2026 Bursary Award Application Form

Department of Workforce Development 2026 Bursary Award Application

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Bursary Awards Philosophy

These funds are meant to be a one-time award, to be utilised for individuals who are CURRENTLY enrolled in: (1) a short-duration programme, (2) single course completion with a local institute or organisation, (3) Associate’s or Post-Graduate Degree, (4) a professionally recognised programme to obtain an Industry Diploma, Certificate or Designation from an accredited organisation or educational institute. (5) Bursary amounts are determined based on a variety of factors, such as course costs, available funding, number of applicants, and prior applicant submissions. The goal is to support as many applicants as possible and provide a level of support that aligns with supporting community professional development. Awards may not cover the full tuition but every effort is made to allocate resources fairly across all eligible applicants. NOTE 1: Funds are to be used directly for tuition or course costs, and students will show proof of cost and enrollment. NOTE 2: Bursary Awards are NOT meant to support applicants pursuing Bachelor’s Degrees. Those degrees are supported via the Overseas Undergraduate Scholarship. NOTE 3: Persons MUST show proof of CURRENT enrollment.
Eligibility Notes

(1) Award Limitation: Awards will align with (and never exceed) course/programme costs; maxiumum of $5,000. (2) Award Limitation Per Fiscal Year: Successful applicants may receive a maximum of one(1) full programme OR (two) 2 courses not to exceed $5,000 within a single fiscal year. (3) Continuity of Study in Consecutive Fiscal Years: With regards to applications for multiple courses within a fiscal year, courses must demonstrate a progressive relationship, where each subsequent course builds upon the foundational knowledge or competencies of the preceding course. (4)Continuity of Study in Consecutive Fiscal Years: Applicants who submit bursary applications in consecutive fiscal years are required to pursue a course of study that aligns with or represents a logical continuation of their previously funded studies. (5) Change in Course of Study: When an applicant seeks to pursue a course of study that is not aligned with a previously funded area of study, they will be required to consult with a DWD Career Development Officer prior to the subsequent bursary application. (6) Cumulative Award Restriction: An individual is not eligible to recieve more than 2 (two) bursary awards within any four-year period, regardless of the number of applications submitted during that time. (7) Fiscally Responsible Funding: Applicants choosing to enroll in Bermuda College Sponsored Courses MUST show proof that they have been denied funding from Bermuda College. (8) Fiscally Responsible Funding: When an applicant seeks to pursue a course of study that is aligned with their present employment industry, DWD will clarify if funding has been sought from the employer or industry Organisation Body, to ensure fiscal prudence and meet the standard of due diligence. Applicants must show proof that they have been denied funding from these elements. (9) All approved courses orprograms must begin or be actively occurring within the fiscal year for which the bursary is awarded and if started within the following fiscal year, are to be completed no later than the end of the following fiscal year. EXAMPLES: A bursary that is awarded in Fiscal Year 2026–2027 (the fiscal year would begin on April 1, 2026) must support studies where an applicant is actively enrolled in the course/programme by or after April 1, 2026. The said course/programme must conclude no later than March 31, 2028. If an applicant is already accepted in a course/programme that starts after April 1, 2026 (perhaps September 2026), they must conclude the course/ programme no later than March 31, 2028.
Application Notes

(1) The window to submit official applications is September 14, 2026-October 14, 2026. (2) All applications will be fully reviewed at the CLOSE of application deadline. (3)The administrator may reach out prior to the deadline to ask any follow up questions to support the review process. (4) Applicants must be 18 + as of September 1 of the year of the bursary application. (5) Awards will align with (and never exceed) course/programme costs, up to $5,000. (6) Financial need will always be taken into consideration. (7) Applicants will always be required to apply for funding from their employers, organising industry bodies or Bermuda College and provide proof before reaching out to the Department of Workforce Development.
Application Guidance

If you need help to complete this application, please reach out to dwdlearning@gov.bm. We are here and happy to assist!
SECTION A: GENERAL INFORMATION

Please refer to the provided guidance notes as you complete your application form.
1. Name of Applicant

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
2. Applicant Date of Birth

DayMonthYear
2 digit day, 2 digit month, 4 digit yearBirthday
3. Applicant Age
Current Age
4. Applicant Gender
If there is another gender qualifier you would prefer, please state here.
5. Are you a new applicant or have you received a prevous bursary?
5a. Have you tried to obtain funding from your employer/ Industry Organising Body
5a.Tell us about the funding you've previously received from DWD. 5b. What did we assist you with? 5c.When did you receive that funding? 5d. Are you working in the industry that the bursary supported?
5b. How much money are you seeking to obtain with this bursary application? Your request must align with the course/programme cost. (i.e. We are not able to provide funding amounts that are higher than the overall course cost.)
We will ask you to submit proof of course / programme costs.
5c. How much is the cost of your programme? (If the cost is NOT in US Dollars, please use the currency of the programme location. Example: If it is located in the UK, please provide the cost in British Pounds, in Europe, use Euros, etc)
We will ask you to submit proof of course / programme costs.
5d. Share how you learned about the bursary awards.

Other
6. Have you had a background check for your security vetting?
6. Applicant Email Address
example@example.com
7. Applicant Primary Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
8. Applicant Secondary Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
9. Applicant Local Primary Address (This must match your bank statement and all payroll forms)

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityCountry

Postal / Zip Code
10a. Parish

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityParish/State

Postal / Zip Code
10b. Postal Code

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityCountry

Postal / Zip Code
11. Social Insurance Number (SIN) (This is legally mandatory for anyone 18 years or above who participates in the workforce.)
NOTES: (1) This is a six-digit number. (2) To apply for a SIN, visit https://forms.gov.bm/Departments/Social-Insurance/Lookup (3) Note that you will be asked to upload a copy later on in this survey.
11. Please share a bit about how receiving this potential funding support wil impact your personal financial need. (i.e. What financial challenge will this funding solve?)
SECTION B: Bursary Awards Key Points

(1) Bursary awards are not limited to a particular field of study and candidates will have flexibility to explore topics of interest and use the opportunities to upskill, retrain, and enhance their professional abilities. (2) Applicants may complete the studies either in-person, or via an online or distance learning programme. (3) Bursaries are a one-time award, meant to support a student to complete a special certification or to get them over the final hurdles of a short duration post graduate programme. (4) All persons who are applying for courses being delivered at The Bermuda College, must seek funding at Bermuda College,(and show proof of being denied) before coming to DWD to seek funding. (5) All applicants who are working within the same industry as their course must seek funding with their employer first (and show proof of being denied) before coming to DWD to seek funding. (Example If someone works in insurance and wants to do an insurance course) (6) All applicants who are seeking industry-related certifications must seek funding with the Organising Body first (and show proof of being denied) before coming to DWD to seke funding. (Example, if someone is an accountant and wants to do an accounting certification, they should seek funding from CPA Bermuda first).
12. What kind of programme /designation/certification is your funding request for?
If you chose "Other", please share the name of the Other Professional Sponsoring Educational Institution/Organisation below.
13. In 200-250 words, please share why you wish to pursue this programme, your professional industry (or industry you would like to enter) and the impact accomplishing it will have on your professional and personal life.
14. Please provide any additional details you think would be helpful for us to know.
SECTION C: Educational Programme Host Information
15. Name of Educational Institution/Organisation
16. Address Educational Institution/Organisation

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province/Country

Postal / Zip Code
17. Course Name/ Programme of Study
Share the name, designation, certification, that will be pursued.
18. Number of Course /Progamme Credit Hours or Continuing Educational Units (CEUs) (If Applicable)
Put N/A if this is Not Applicable
19. Proposed Course/Programme Start Date

DayMonthYear
2 digit day, 2 digit month, 4 digit yearDate
20. Proposed Course/Programme Finish Date

DayMonthYear
2 digit day, 2 digit month, 4 digit yearDate
21. Qualification that will be achieved at the end of the course/programme. (BSSC, G.E.D., Certification Name, Diploma Name, Designation Name, etc.)
Place the name of the qualifcation that
SECTION D: SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS
23. Required Document: Proof of Social Insurance Number (SIN)

NOTES: Upload Proof of Bermudian Status
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22. Required Document: Proof of Bermudian Citizenship (Voter's Registration Card/ Bermuda Passport data page with picture and Bermudian status stamp/ Immigration letter)

NOTES: Upload Proof of Bermudian Status. PLEASE LABEL IT WITH YOUR NAME AND THE WORDS "BERMUDA STATUS".
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23. Required Document: Photo Identification (Driver's License/Passport data and photo page)

NOTES: Upload Photo Identification. PLEASE LABEL IT WITH YOUR NAME AND THE WORDS "PHOTO ID" .
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24. Required Document: Resume (Please use a professional format.)

NOTES: Upload your resume. PLEASE LABEL IT WITH YOUR NAME AND THE WORD "RESUME".
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25. Required Document: Proof of CURRENT enrolment or official application AND the programme cost from the accredited Organisation or educational institute.

NOTES: Upload your application form,/your enrolment proof and the programme cost. PLEASE LABEL IT WITH YOUR NAME AND THE WORDS " Enrollment and Costs".
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26. Required Document: Course / Programme Description, including any credit hours or CEU credits.

NOTES: Upload the course description. PLEASE LABEL IT WITH YOUR NAME AND THE WORDS "Course Description".
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27. Required Document: Letter to show that you were not successful for Bermuda College Financial Aid, Funding from your Employer or the Industry Organising Body.

PLEASE LABEL IT WITH YOUR NAME AND THE WORDS " Denied Funding".
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28. Required Document: Professional / Educational letter of recommendation.

NOTES: Upload a letter from a professor, employer or organisation where you may have volunteered.
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31. Required Document: Security Vetting Form

NOTES: If you DO NOT have your waiver yet, please upload a word document and explain where you are in the process.
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29. Do you have any questions for us?
By signing this form, I hereby share that the information I have provided is accurate. I authorize the Department of Workforce Development to connect wtih any professional organisation to seek clarification of my application. I understand that the application is not considered complete unless all of the required documents are attached and received by the closing of the application window.
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Department of Workforce Development 2026 Bursary Award Application

Bursary Awards Philosophy

Eligibility Notes

Application Notes

Application Guidance

SECTION A: GENERAL INFORMATION

SECTION B: Bursary Awards Key Points

SECTION C: Educational Programme Host Information

SECTION D: SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS