The HP Inc Trust Bursary is specifically aimed at supporting South African students who are pursuing undergraduate degrees in Computer Science or Computer Engineering at accredited public tertiary institutions. Below are the main requirements and important details for the HP Trust Bursary:
- Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen[1].
- Matriculation: Must have completed Matric (Grade 12)[1].
- Field of Study: Must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering[1].
- Institution: Must be studying at an accredited public tertiary institution in South Africa[1].
- Academic Performance: Must have a strong academic record with a minimum overall average of 65% in your latest examinations (mid-year / June results)[1].
Required Supporting Documents:
- Clear, recent photograph (head and shoulders)[1].
- Certified copy of South African ID document[1].
- Matric certificate[1].
- Full academic record and latest available results (e.g., June examination results or latest progress report)[1].
- Proof of household income from parents or guardians, which can include:
- Latest payslips (if employed)
- Affidavit (if unemployed)
- Affidavit stating annual income (if self-employed)
- Most recent audited financial statement or 3 months’ bank statements (if business owner)
- SASSA letter for grants (if applicable)
- Death certificates (if parents are deceased)
- Letter from the court for child support amounts (if parents are divorced), or an affidavit stating the child support amount (if separated)
Application Process:
- Applications must be completed online via the StudyTrust platform[1].
- Carefully review the StudyTrust Bursary Applications page before applying[1].
- Only complete applications with all required documentation will be considered[7].
Selection Criteria: Academic achievement is the primary selection criterion[7].
Important Dates: Applications for the HP Trust Bursary typically open on 1 May and close on 30 September for the following academic year[7].
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