The Amazon Web Services (AWS) Skills Development Bursary Programme for 2026 is a comprehensive funding opportunity for high-achieving, financially needy South African students. It provides full-cost support for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in key fields including Computer Science, IT, Engineering, Commerce, and Education specializing in Maths and Science. The programme strongly emphasizes inclusion, offering support for students living with disabilities across all study programmes. The bursary covers capped costs for tuition, accommodation, subsistence, books, stationery, and a personal computer. Applicants must be South African citizens with a strong academic record (minimum 65% average) and leadership potential. The application window runs from 1 May to 30 September 2025 via the StudyTrust online platform.
Amazon Web Services (AWS), through its Skills Development Bursary Programme, is offering full-cost bursaries to high-achieving and financially needy students pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate degrees in fields related to technology, business, commerce, and engineering. The bursary places strong emphasis on supporting students living with disabilities.
Fields of Study Covered
Undergraduate degrees:
- Computer Science / Information Technology
- Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Civil)
- Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting, Finance)
- Bachelor of Education (specialising in Maths and Science)
Postgraduate degrees:
- Honours / Postgraduate Diploma / Master’s in:
- Computer Science / Engineering / IT
- Commerce (Accounting, Finance)
- Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Civil)
Students with disabilities:
- All undergraduate and postgraduate study programmes
Bursary Inclusions
The AWS Skills Development Bursary covers (capped):
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation (residence or private)
- Subsistence
- Stationery and textbooks
- Personal computer
Who Should Apply?
Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Be a South African citizen
- Demonstrate strong academic and leadership potential
- Grade 12 learners: Minimum 65% in Mathematics and 65% in English (HL or FAL)
- University students: Overall average above 65%
- Must be accepted or registered at a recognised South African university
How to Apply
Click here to apply for the AWS Skills Development Bursary Programme 2026:Apply for Amazon Web Services Bursary
Applications must be submitted online via the StudyTrust platform. Only South African citizens are eligible.
Application Window:1 May 2025 to 30 September 2025
Be sure to carefully read all application instructions on the StudyTrust website before beginning your application.
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