Metacom Foundation invites students to apply for Bursary Programme for 2025 academic year.
Bursary Application closing date: 4 November 2024
The bursary will be awarded to previously disadvantaged female students, for studies within Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and related fields, in the Western Cape province.
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses, as well as offer the following benefits:
- full coverage of tuition costs for the duration of your studies
- accommodation, transport, and essential daily needs
- ongoing guidance from industry professionals and previous bursary recipients through our “big sister” initiative
- access to personal guidance, health, and wellness sessions to ensure your success throughout your studies
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and required to attend an interview. If you do not receive any feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying for this bursary (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- You must be a South Africa citizen
- You must be female and of colour
- You must be between 18 and 27 years old
- You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
- You must be studying or intend on studying towards a Bachelor’s Degree program in ICT or a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Electrical Engineering/ Electronic Engineering etc)
- You must be studying or enrolled to study at a recognised and accredited public tertiary institution within the Western Cape
- You must have a strong academic record
- You must have proven financial need
- You must show potential and ambition
How to apply
Students who meet the above criteria, may apply by following these steps:
Step 1: Download and complete the Metacom Foundation Bursary Application Form 2025 (.pdf)
Step 2: Complete the online Metacom Foundation Bursary Application Form 2025
Step 3: Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- Completed application form (from step 1 above)
- ID Document (certified copy)
- Matric final results (certified copy)
- Most recent university transcript, if applicable (on institutions letterhead)
- Proof of enrolment at an institution (on institutions letterhead)
- Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of pension or social grant if applicable)