Construction Engineering Bursaries in South Africa

Bursaries for Construction Engineering in South Africa 2023: Are you looking for Construction Engineering bursaries in South Africa 2023? In this article, I will provide you with details on the various available bursaries for Construction Engineering students in South Africa 2023, how to submit your application online and other related information.

Application is currently open for Construction Engineering bursaries in South Africa 2023. The Engineering sector has many sub-sectors, each of them vitally important to the functioning of various systems and industries (such as factories, motor vehicles, pharmaceuticals etc). Below we have compiled a brief description of each of the Engineering sub-sectors, the type of skills required and job descriptions, as well as the salaries relating to each of these sectors, so that you have a better idea of which branch of engineering you will be best suited to.

In order to enter into the Engineering field of study at any major tertiary institute in the country, you will need to possess the following skills or meet the following criteria (as a minimum):

  • Have a strong academic record
  • Have passed Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy) in Matric
  • Have passed Science in Matric

We bring you bursaries from big well-known organisations, such as Afrox, de Beer, Eskom, Engen, Sappi, Group Five, Sasol, SARS, FNB, Standard Bank and various departments of government.

Construction Engineering Bursaries in South Africa 2023

Construction engineers deal with the design, planning, management and construction of major infrastructures, including buildings, bridges, airports, tunnels, roads, railroads, dams, facilities and the like. Construction engineering is a sub-division of the Civil Engineering sector.

Some of the job responsibilities of a Construction Engineer, involves: creating cost estimates and project timelines, measuring areas of the construction site to ensure they are in line with construction plans, performing on-site observation and coordination, informing construction workers of engineering concepts and ideas, ensuring that materials are delivered to site when needed.

The average income for a construction engineer in South Africa, is around R305 000/ annum (depending on years experience). Planning on studying in this field – here are some bursaries for Construction Engineering in South Africa 2023.

  • Absa Fellowship/ Scholarship Programme
  • Bombela Civils Joint Venture Bursary
  • Cape Winelands District Municipality Mayoral Bursary
  • Mpumalanga Provincial Government Bursary
  • South African Road Federation (SARF) Bursary