Closed Bursaries

Bursaries that are currently Closed and will open again on the next cycle of intake

Mining Qualifications Authority Bursary South Africa 2026: Excellent funding for Mining Engineering, Geology & More – Requirements & Alternatives

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Mining Qualifications Authority Bursary

The Mining Qualifications Authority Bursary was established to increase the number of students taking careers in the mining and minerals sector. Today the bursary scheme continues to assist students by offering them the opportunity to study these careers at Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges. The MQA bursary is … Read more

CETA Bursary South Africa 2026:Excellent Funding for Built Environment – Requirements, Application & Alternatives

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CETA Bursary

The CETA  Bursary is a funding program offered by the Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) to support South African students studying built environment qualifications such as Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, and Real Estate. It covers tuition, accommodation, meals, and books, and mainly targets unemployed youth, women, and students from rural areas.https://indicium.ceta.org.za/Pages/OnlineRegistration/OnlineBursaryRegistration.aspx … Read more

EWSETA Bursary South Africa 2026: Energy & Water Engineering Excellent Funding – Requirements, Application & Fields

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EWSETA Bursary South

The EWSETA Bursary is a South African funding programme that supports students studying qualifications in the energy and water sectors. It covers tuition fees, textbooks, stationery, accommodation, and sometimes meals. The bursary focuses on critical skills such as electrical engineering, renewable energy, and water management, aiming to address skills shortages and support employment in the … Read more

NRF Bursary South Africa 2026: Postgraduate Excellent Funding for Science, Engineering & Humanities – Requirements & Alternatives

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NRF Bursary South Africa

The NRF Bursary South Africa is a merit-based funding program that supports postgraduate students (Honors, Master’s, and PhD) studying at South African public universities. It focuses on fields such as Science, Engineering, Technology, Social Sciences, and Humanities. The bursary may cover tuition fees, accommodation, and living allowances through Full Cost of Study (FCS) or Partial … Read more

SA Medical Research Council Bursary 2026: Excellent Funding for Postgraduate in Health Research – What you need to know and how to apply

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SA Medical Research Council Bursary

The South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) Bursary supports postgraduate students and researchers in health sciences, particularly those pursuing Master’s or PhD studies. It provides funding for tuition, research costs, and annual stipends to support research in priority health areas such as HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, public health, maternal and child health, and non-communicable diseases. The program … Read more

Wits University Bursary South Africa 2026: Excellent Bursary for Undergraduates – Requirements, Application & Funding Limits

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Wits University Bursary

The Wits University  Bursary Program provides financial support to undergraduate and postgraduate students at University of the Witwatersrand who demonstrate strong academic performance and financial need. These bursaries may cover tuition fees and, in some cases, accommodation, meals, and textbooks. The program includes merit-based, need-based, and field-specific funding, along with additional support such as mentorship, … Read more

SAICE SPEBS Bursary South Africa 2026: Civil Engineering Excellent Funding for Diploma & Degree – Requirements & Apply

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SAICE SPEBS Bursary

The SAICE Patrons’ Engineering Bursary Scheme (SPEBS) provides financial support to South African students studying Civil Engineering at recognised institutions. It assists academically deserving students with proven financial need by contributing approximately R6,500–R7,000 per semester toward tuition fees and textbooks. The bursary can be renewed until completion of the course, provided students maintain good academic … Read more

SANRAL Bursary South Africa 2026: Civil Engineering, Finance & Electronic Engineering Excellent Funding

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SANRAL Bursary

The SANRAL Bursary Programme provides financial support to South African students studying Civil Engineering and related infrastructure fields. It offers full or partial funding that may cover tuition, accommodation, meals, books, and a living allowance. The programme targets academically strong students, particularly from disadvantaged backgrounds, and may also support high school learners with strong Mathematics … Read more

Basil Read Bursary South Africa 2026: Civil, Mining Engineering & Quantity Surveying Excellent Funding – Requirements & Alternatives

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Basil Read Bursary South Africa

The Basil Read Bursary South Africa is a  funding program for university students, usually from their second year onwards, studying Civil Engineering, Mining Engineering, or Quantity Surveying. It provides financial support for tuition, registration, accommodation, and sometimes books or allowances. The bursary is awarded to academically strong South African students and often includes a work-back … Read more

Group Five Bursary South Africa 2026: Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying & Construction Excellent Funding – Requirements & Alternatives

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Group Five Bursary South Africa

The Group Five Bursary was a South African funding program for students studying civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering, quantity surveying, and construction management. It covered major study costs such as tuition and accommodation while combining academic studies with mandatory vacation work and practical on-site training. Recipients were usually required to complete a work-back period after … Read more