Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Bursary

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards a qualification within the Built Environment sector
• Be studying or have been accepted to study at a registered institution of learning in South Africa
• Have a strong academic record
• Proven financial need
• Preference will be given to students residing in KwaZulu-Natal province, however, students from other regions can also apply
• Preference will be given to students pursuing studies in fields relating specifically to the building industry

What the bursary covers

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Full academic record to date, if currently studying (certified copy)
• Proof of highest qualification obtained (certified copy)
• Proof of application and acceptance to a tertiary institution
• Postgraduate students: undergraduate academic record (certified copy)
• Invoice or quotation of fees for study programme (on tertiary letterhead)
• Motivational letter written by the student (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Recommendation letter to support the application
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of grants or pension if applicable/ death certificates if deceased) (certified copy)
• Proof of residential address (certified copy)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Bursary Application Form 2026Email [email protected]Email [email protected]

   – Hand delivery: The Bursary Committee Master Builders KwaZulu Natal 40 Essex Terrace Westville 3629

   Download and complete the Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Bursary Application Form 2026 (.pdf)

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around January. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

Genuine bursaries never charge an application fee. How to spot bursary scams

Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]
• Phone 031 831 3218

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal

Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal is an employers' association representing more than 700 construction companies in the province.