BET Software Bursary 2026 Requirements & Application

BET Software is a company built by highly skilled software engineers.

They specialize in creating world-class online and retail betting solutions, leveraging their expertise to develop other high-volume transaction software applications.

Beyond their core business, BET Software is committed to empowering individuals and communities through their Corporate Social Investment (CSI) program.

This program focuses on enhancing access to technology by supporting skill development and providing crucial ICT equipment.

The BET Software Bursary exemplifies this commitment.

By awarding financial assistance to deserving students pursuing ICT-related degrees, the program invests in South Africa’s future tech talent.

About the BET Software Bursary

BET Software, founded in 2010 by expert software engineers, specialises in high-volume transaction systems for online and retail betting. 

Through its Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiatives, the company invests in ICT skills development to empower South African students.

Fields of Study Funded

The bursary supports full-time study in the following ICT-related fields at accredited South African institutions:

1. Information Technology and Information Systems
2. Computer Science
3. Information Systems
4. System and Network Administration
5. Software Engineering
6. Computer Engineering
7. Cybersecurity

Benefits for Recipients

• Covers tuition fees and registration for one academic year
• Recipients may receive additional funding if they reapply in subsequent years
• Graduates are eligible to join BET Software’s Graduate Programme, which may include a work-back agreement based on funding received.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must be:

1. South African citizens
2. Matriculants or current higher education students
3. Studying or planning to study full-time in one of the specified ICT fields at a recognised institution
4. Achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric; tertiary students must have an average of at least 60%
5. Students with disabilities are encouraged to apply and must submit relevant medical documentation if applicable.

How to Apply

1. Complete the online application form via the BET Software bursary portal.
2. Upload or attach certified copies of the following documents:
   • South African ID
   • Letter of acceptance and detailed fee quotation (for first-year applicants)
   • Statement of account and fee quotation (for current students)
   • Certified Matric certificate (for first-year applicants)
   • Academic transcripts from the past 12 months (for current students)
   • A motivational letter explaining why you are a deserving candidate
   • Medical certificate (if applicable for disability)

Required Documents

• Certified ID copy
• Acceptance letter and fee details (first-year applicants) or account statement and fee quote (returning students)
• Matric certificate (first-year applicants)
• Academic transcripts (previous year’s results, current students)
• Motivational letter
• Proof of disability (if applicable)

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 16 September 2025 for the 2026 academic year. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Contact Details

For enquiries, reach out via:

• Telephone: 087 362 7000
• Email: [email protected]