Key Facts
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- Field of Study
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Enrolled or about to enrol at a recognised South African university
- BSc, BEng, BCom or BIS majoring in a computing field
- At least 70% in matric, or 65% at tertiary level
BBD publishes these two thresholds as minimums, so a higher average improves your chances. If your latest results are close to the limit, add a short note to your CV that explains any recent improvement. The company can then see the trend in your marks, and not only a single figure.
Documents Needed
- Your CV
- Your ID
- Matric certificate
- University acceptance letter
- Latest transcripts
- A link to your GitHub profile, which is optional
About BBD Bursary
The BBD Bursary funds South African students who study computer science and related technology degrees. BBD Software Development is a software company. It calls its current round the Bursary Programme, and it takes applications from bachelor's students up to doctoral level.
The company's page, checked on 6 November 2026, does not state a closing date. So apply early, and confirm the date with BBD, because some websites quote dates that the company has not confirmed.
Funding Details
The company's bursary page does not set out the award in detail. It does not list the amount or the costs it covers. So ask BBD what the bursary pays before you rely on it, and ask whether it sets any work-back conditions.
BBD may also run credit and criminal checks on applicants, so be ready to agree to them.
Because BBD has not published the closing date, apply as early as you can once the page shows an open call. Keep your latest transcript up to date, since the marks it shows must meet the 65% tertiary threshold. Check that your ID details match your university records, so that the background checks do not delay your application.
Where You Can Study
BBD asks for a recognised South African university, and it asks for your acceptance letter. It does not list particular campuses, so ask the company if you plan to study at a private institution.
About BBD Software Development
About BBD BBD is a South African software company that builds custom digital solutions for large clients. It says it has about 40 years of experience and teams in seven cities. Its South African head office stands at The…
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- The Zone Boulevard, Corner of Cradock & Tyrwhitt Avenue, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196
- Phone
- +27 64 360 0345
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You can apply if you are a South African citizen who is enrolled, or about to enrol, at a recognised South African university. You must study a BSc, BEng, BCom or BIS degree that majors in computer science or a related field. The programme accepts students at several levels.
- Bachelor's degrees
- Honours degrees
- Master's degrees
- Doctoral degrees
Your major must be one of the fields below.
- Computer science
- Computer and software engineering
- Information technology
- Game design
- Informatics
BBD asks for a recognised university, but it also welcomes students at several levels, from first year to doctoral study. If you hold a GitHub profile, tidy it before you apply, because a link to your own code can show more than a list of marks. A short README for each project helps a reader see what you built and why.
Application Procedure
Apply through the BBD bursary page. BBD says that it may run credit and criminal checks, so make sure that all details on your application are correct.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does the BBD Bursary close?
The company's page gives no closing date, so confirm it with BBD before you plan.
What marks do I need?
BBD asks for 70% in matric or 65% at tertiary level.
Is a GitHub link compulsory?
No. BBD lists it as optional, but it can show your work.
