BBD was founded in 1984 by three developers, Tom Budge Sandra Barone, and Ralf Domnick. Services and expertise are available in the areas of systems integration, mobile app development, user experience design and IT & Development consulting.
A team of in-house researchers and developers provides guidance, training, and insights on the latest technology tools, frameworks, and trends.
BBD is a leader in the market for custom software and application development. The company has helped major banks, insurance companies, telecommunications companies, and government institutions to bring their systems online. Alexander Forbes, Absa Nedbank Standard Bank African Bank Discovery Momentum Old Mutual Liberty Vodacom MultiChoice MultiChoice Vodacom MultiChoice MultiChoice MultiChoice MultiChoice MultiChoice MultiChoice MultiChoice MultiChoice Multichoice
The IT company employs 700 people, including application designers, system architect, software engineers and tech-trend enthusiasts. BBD is headquartered in Johannesburg, but has offices in Cape Town and Pretoria as well as in India, Bulgaria, and Bulgaria.
The BBD Bursary Programme – Fields covered
BBD invites students to apply for its Bursary & Beyond Programme for the academic year 2023/2024.
The following fields will receive bursaries (BSc, BEng or BCom degree at Bachelors or Honours level, Masters or PhD):
- Computer and Software Engineering
- Computer Science
- Game Design
- Informatics
- Information Technology
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The Bursary covers university tuition fees as well as a monthly allowance to cover living expenses. The bursary will not only cover the cost of tuition fees, but also provide a monthly allowance for living expenses and incidentals.
All BBD bursary winners are required to attend a workshop on-site for 1 week every year. They will get the chance to meet fellow bursars, and learn about BBD culture. The Vac Week Workshop will involve a group project that will utilize the latest technology to come up with fun and practical solutions.
Students will gain experience in a wide range of technologies and tools. Students will begin their work on real projects after graduation.
The BBD Bursary requires that you meet certain eligibility requirements.
Before applying, applicants must meet the minimum requirements (please be aware that if you do not meet all of the requirements your application will not be considered).
- You must be a South African Citizen
- You must either be currently enrolled in Matric OR you must have completed Matric.
- You must be enrolled in a course of study (Masters, Doctorate, Bachelors) or have been accepted to do so.
- You must be accepted or studying at an accredited and recognised University in South Africa
- If you are currently in Matric, you must have a minimum average of 70%.
- If you are currently studying, you must have a minimum average of 65% in your tertiary education.
- You must have a passion for technology and software development.
- You must have a passion for software development
How to Apply for the BBD Bursary
The application must be submitted electronically at: BBD Bursary & Beyond Program
Enter “busa.hlayiso.com” in the field asking how you heard about the BBD Bursary.
Please submit a clear copy of all supporting documents along with the completed application form.
- Document d’identification (certified copy).
- Matric latest results (certified copy).
- If you are currently studying, please provide your most recent transcripts (on letterhead from a tertiary institution).
- Acceptance letter from university (on letterhead of tertiary institution)
- Curriculum Vitae
- If applicable, link to your own personal coding projects via GitHub or an equivalent platform.
Please be aware that by applying for the bursary you consent to BBD conducting an educational and employment verification, as well a criminal and credit check through a registered credit bureau.
Closing date for the BBD Bursary
Applications are now OPEN. Students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Contact the BURSARY Provider
BBD can be contacted directly for any questions regarding this bursary program.
Tel: 011 532 8300
Email: [email protected] / [email protected]
or submit your query via their contact form: https://bbdsoftware.com/contact-us/