Bursaries

Western Cape Department of Infrastructure

Masakh'iSizwe (MiS) Bursary

Government 31 August 2026

Western Cape Government bursary for Engineering and Built Environment degree or diploma studies at selected Western Cape universities.

Closes
31 August 2026
Academic reqs
0
Application
See provider

Funding details

Fields covered
Architecture, City and Regional Planning, Construction, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering Heavy Current, Geomatics, Mechanical Engineering, Property Studies and Quantity Surveying.
Coverage value
Tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, prescribed study materials, support programmes, accommodation and meals or transport costs.
Service contract
Recipients may be required to attend workshops, events, experiential training and outreach programmes, and after graduation must enter employment with the Department of Infrastructure and a professional development training programme.
How to apply
Apply online through the Masakh'iSizwe bursary portal.

Eligibility

  • South African citizen
  • Currently in Matric or has completed Matric
  • Studying or intending to study full-time towards a degree or diploma in one of the listed fields in 2027
  • Studying or accepted at UCT, Stellenbosch University or CPUT
  • Preference for financially disadvantaged students, female students, students with disabilities and students from the Western Cape outside the Cape Metro

Academic requirements

No structured academic requirements have been captured for this bursary yet.

Supporting documents

  • Certified copy of ID document
  • Certified most recent Matric results, if currently in Matric
  • Certified copy of Matric certificate, if completed Matric
  • Certified most recent academic record, if currently at tertiary level
  • Proof of registration or application at an eligible tertiary institution
  • Full course outline or prospectus for 2027
  • Study cost estimate for 2027
  • Proof of residential address
  • Certified copies of parents or guardians ID documents or death certificates
  • Parents or guardians proof of income
  • Motivational letter
  • Proof of existing debt or other financial aid, if applicable
  • Medical proof of disability, if disabled
  • Police clearance certificate, if you have a criminal record