Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
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- Field of Study
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Minimum 65% Mathematics and 65% English in Matric, or 65%+ overall average at tertiary level
- Full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study
- Commerce, Business Science, Engineering, Computer Science, or IT field
- Priority given to students with a disability
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Matric results or tertiary academic transcript
- Proof of registration or acceptance
- Proof of household income
- Disability documentation, if applicable
About Aws Skills Development Bursary
The AWS Skills Development Bursary is funded by Amazon Web Services (AWS), part of Amazon, for full-time undergraduate or postgraduate students in Commerce, Business Science, Engineering, Computer Science, and Information Technology.
AWS explicitly prioritises applicants with a disability in its selection process - if this applies to you, make sure any supporting documentation for a disability is included upfront rather than mentioned only in passing in your motivation letter, since it directly affects how your application is weighed.
Funding Details
This is a full-cost bursary covering tuition fees, stationery, books, a personal computer, accommodation, subsistence, and transport.
Where You Can Study
Select South African universities recognised by the AWS bursary programme qualify.
About Amazon
Amazon is the global e-commerce and cloud computing company, with a growing South African footprint that includes AWS (Amazon Web Services) operations and a development centre in Cape Town. Amazon's South African presenc…
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- 29 Gogosoa Street, Observatory, Cape Town, 7925
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You must be a South African citizen with at least 65% for Mathematics and 65% for English (Home Language or First Additional Language) in Matric, and an overall average above 65% if already at tertiary level, planning full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study at a recognised South African university.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this different from the general Amazon Bursary?
Yes, this is Amazon Web Services' own programme, separate from Amazon's general bursary listed elsewhere on this site, though both share similar eligibility criteria.
Does having a disability improve my chances?
Yes, AWS explicitly states it prioritises applicants with a disability, so include relevant documentation upfront.
What does the bursary cover?
Full cost: tuition, stationery, books, a personal computer, accommodation, subsistence, and transport.
How do I apply?
Through StudyTrust's online application platform, within the June to September window.
