Quick Overview
Bursary Description
The Mezzanine Computer Science Bursary is offered by Mezzanine, a South African technology organisation supported by the Vodacom Group that aims to uplift students pursuing careers in digital and computing fields. This bursary is available to first‑year students in undergraduate Computer Science programmes in the Western Cape.
About the Mezzanine Bursary Programme
The Mezzanine Bursary Programme provides academic merit‑based funding to full‑time first‑year students studying Computer Science at accredited universities in the Western Cape. The programme not only helps cover key educational costs, but also offers networking and job‑shadowing opportunities with Mezzanine staff - helping bridge the gap between academic learning and real‑world tech experience.
Selection Process
Applications were reviewed based on academic merit and financial need, aligned with Mezzanine’s employment equity plan. Only shortlisted candidates were contacted within approximately 30 days of the closing date
Fields Covered
This bursary supports studies in:
- Computer Science
Mezzanine focuses on building skills for South Africa’s growing tech and software sectors
Requirements & Eligibility
Applicants are required to satisfy all of the following:
- Be a South African citizen by birth
- Reside in the Western Cape province
- Be unemployed
- Have completed Grade 12 with at least a 65% average
- Be enrolled or accepted for full‑time undergraduate study in Computer Science at a recognised institution in the Western Cape
- Not hold any other bursary for the year applied for
- Have no criminal record
- Have a clear credit record
BBD Software Development also has an IT bursary you might be interested in: IT bursary 2026.
Required Documents for the Mezzanine Bursary
Interested students studying towards computer science can apply for the bursary porgramme online. The following documents must be available on-hand before you began your online application:
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Certified copy of Matric certificate
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivational letter supporting the application
- Proof of registration or acceptance for the year of study
- Latest fee statement or quotation
- Proof of household income (e.g., recent payslips, affidavit if unemployed)
Incomplete applications will not considered, so make sure to gather all neccessary documentation on time.
How to Apply
Application Method: Online
