AECOM Bursary

Fields of study

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields

• Civil Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering (including Rail Engineers)
• Quantity Surveying

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards a qualification within one of the aforementioned fields of study
• Be studying or registered to study at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa
• Have achieved a minimum result of 75% in Matric
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 75% for Mathematics and Science in Matric
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% at tertiary level, if currently studying
• Be highly motivated
• Intend on pursuing a career within the built environment sector
• No working experience is required

What the bursary covers

• Tuition fees
• Prescribed books
• Accommodation
• Up to a maximum value of R100 000 per annum

Value mentioned: R100 000, R8 000

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
   AECOM Bursary Application 2026Email [email protected]Email [email protected]

   Students may apply by following these steps: Step 1: Complete the online AECOM Bursary Application 2026
   – Post: The Bursary Officer AECOM PO Box 3173 Pretoria 0001

   Step 4: Submit your documents and completed application form, in either of the following ways: – Email: [email protected] (Insert the words “AECOM Bursary 2026” in the email subject line).

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around November. 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.

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About AECOM

AECOM is an international infrastructure consulting firm employing engineers, architects, planners and project managers on transport, water, energy and building projects.