SGS-Matrolab Bursary

Who can apply

• Reside within the Witbank, Emalahleni Local Municipality, in Mpumalanga province
• Have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying full-time or part-time, towards an Undergraduate Degree or Diploma in Civil Engineering
• Be entering your 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of study in 2025
• Be studying or currently enrolled/ accepted to study at an accredited institution in South Africa
• Have achieved a minimum academic average of 65%, if currently studying
• Have a strong academic record
• Have proven financial need
• Not have a criminal record and must be willing to undergo a Police Clearance and/or criminal record check

What the bursary covers

• Tuition fees
• Textbooks
• Other related costs

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric certificate (certified copy)
• Proof of enrolment or acceptance at a tertiary institution
• Academic record/ transcripts, if currently studying
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (recent payslips if employed, bank financial statement or sworn affidavit if self-employed or unemployed)
• Personal statement, which should include details about your financial need, career goals, and how this bursary will help you achieve them
• Proof of residence

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
   SGS-Matrolab Bursary Application 2025

   Applications must be submitted online at: SGS-Matrolab Bursary Application 2025

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around February. 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

• Phone 011 800 1000
• Phone 012 8001299

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

About SGS-Matrolab

SGS is a global inspection, testing and certification company. Matrolab is its civil engineering materials testing laboratory business.