Computer Science & IT Bursaries
The fastest-growing bursary category in South Africa. Corporate and government funders are competing for ICT, AI, data science and cyber security graduates - and the bursaries reflect that demand.
5 computer science & IT bursaries
- Computer Science Closes 30 Sept 2026
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Bursary
Amazon Web Services (administered by StudyTrust)
The AWS bursary funds final-year Computer Science, Computer Engineering and Software Engineering students in South Africa, with a paid Amazon internship and training at AWS forming an integral part of the programme.
Full tuition + accommodation + textbooks + monthly allowance + paid Amazon internshipView details → - Computer Science Closes 30 Sept 2026
HPE Bursary Programme
Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE)
Join a global technology leader at the forefront of digital transformation. Build expertise in enterprise technology, cloud computing, AI, and emerging innovations that power the world's most critical business operations.
R100,000 - R180,000 per yearView details → - Computer Science Closes 31 May 2026 (16d)
MTN Foundation Bursary
MTN Foundation
The MTN Foundation Bursary supports academically strong South African students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds studying toward bachelor's degrees in fields aligned with MTN's skills priorities - primarily ICT, engineering and commerce.
Full tuition + study allowanceView details → - Computer Science Closes 31 Aug 2026
MultiChoice Bursary Programme
MultiChoice South Africa
The MultiChoice Bursary awards over 230 bursaries each year to South African undergraduate and postgraduate students pursuing STEM-related degrees in critical and scarce-skill fields aligned with the future of media and broadcasting technology.
One academic year of full funding (renewable on application)View details → - Computer Science Closes 30 Sept 2026
SITA Bursary Programme
State Information Technology Agency (SITA)
The State Information Technology Agency awards 20 bursaries each year to South African ICT students, building a pipeline of computer science, AI, cyber security and data science graduates for the public sector.
Full tuition + accommodation + meals + allowances + work-integrated learningView details →