Latest Engineering Bursaries in South Africa for 2027
Find the latest engineering bursaries in South Africa for 2027. Browse funding opportunities for civil, mechanical, electrical, mining and other engineering qualifications.
Western Cape Department of Infrastructure (DTPW) • Government
Masakh’iSizwe bursary 2027 for engineering and built environment students. Covers full costs with work-back contract,
South African Road Federation: SARF • Private Sector
Apply for the South African Road Federation (SARF) Study Bursary 2026 for studies in road engineering, transport management, and civil engineering. Appl
Sappi • Private Sector
Apply for the Sappi Bursary 2027 in South Africa. Learn about eligibility, requirements, documents, and how to apply. Applications now open.
SAICE • Private Sector UPDATED
Support your civil engineering studies with the SAICE Bursary 2026. Open to South African students pursuing tertiary engineering education. Applications
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Sasol • Private Sector
Apply for the Sasol Bursary 2027. Funding is available for South African students in STEM fields. Postgraduates are welcome.
Trans Hex Group • Private Sector
Apply for the Trans Hex Bursary 2026 in South Africa. Find out about eligibility, requirements, documents, closing date, and how to apply.
Australia Awards • Government
Apply for the Australia Awards Scholarship 2026. Fully funded postgraduate study in Australia for South African students.
World Maritime University • Government
Apply for the TETA WMU Scholarship 2026. Fully funded MSc in Maritime Affairs in Sweden for South African students.
SACAA: South Afrcan Civil Aviation Authority • Government
The SACAA Aviation Bursary 2026 offers South African students the opportunity to study aviation in China. Applicants must have Mathematics and Physical S
Tronox • Private Sector
Tronox is offering a STEM bursary to students enrolled at any University or University of Technology in South Africa. Engineering and IT students are enc
Mbuyelo Coal - Khashani Colliery • Private Sector
Apply for the Mbuyelo Coal Bursary 2026 in South Africa. Funding for engineering, mining, and geology students. Closing date: 30 March 2026.
Municipal Infrastructure Support Agent (MISA) • Government
Apply for the MISA Technical Bursary 2026/2027. Full funding for engineering and infrastructure studies in South Africa is provided to eligible students.
Browse by Study Field
Engineering remains one of the most funded study fields in South Africa. Every year, government funding departments, state-owned entities, mining companies, construction firms, energy providers, and private companies invest millions of rand into engineering bursaries because there is a continuous demand for qualified engineers.
If you are studying towards a Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical, Mining, Metallurgical, or Electronic Engineering qualification, you will generally find more bursary opportunities than students in many other fields.
Companies such as Transnet, Eskom, Sasol, SANRAL, Sappi, WBHO, Hatch, Afrox, Exxaro and Sibanye-Stillwater regularly fund engineering students as part of their long-term skills development programmes.
One thing many students don't realize is that these bursaries often offer more than tuition funding. Some providers cover accommodation, meals, textbooks, living allowances, vacation work, mentorship programmes and even graduate employment opportunities after completing your studies.
This is especially common among large employers that need future engineers within their organisations.
For undergraduate students, the most commonly funded engineering disciplines are Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Industrial Engineering.
Postgraduate engineering bursaries are also available, particularly in research, energy, infrastructure, mining and manufacturing-related fields.
When searching for engineering bursaries, don't focus only on the biggest names. Many specialised engineering firms, industry associations and SETAs also provide funding opportunities throughout the year. Applying to multiple bursaries significantly improves your chances of securing funding.
Frequently Asked Questions
These are questions South Africans who are students, graduates, undergraduates and scholars are asking everyday.
Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering tend to have the highest number of bursary opportunities. These fields are consistently linked to infrastructure, energy and industrial development projects across South Africa.
Many engineering bursaries include vacation work, experiential learning or workplace training. Companies like Transnet, Eskom and several mining organisations use bursaries to develop future engineers for their workforce.
Yes. While most engineering bursaries focus on university qualifications, some organisations and trusts also support engineering students studying at TVET colleges, particularly in electrical, civil and mechanical engineering programmes.
Absolutely. Many engineering bursaries accept current university students, not just matric learners. In fact, some providers prefer students who have already completed their first year and demonstrated strong academic performance.
Some of the most recognised engineering bursaries are offered by Transnet, Eskom, Sasol, SANRAL, Sappi, Exxaro, Afrox, Hatch and various mining companies. These bursaries often provide comprehensive funding and industry exposure.
Most engineering bursaries require strong results in Mathematics and Physical Sciences. These subjects are often part of both university admission requirements and bursary selection criteria.
Yes. Several organisations offer postgraduate engineering bursaries for Honours, Master's and PhD studies, particularly in energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, transport, mining and scientific research sectors.