Right now, you can secure funding for a Civil Engineering degree with the JG Afrika Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
What the bursary offers
JG Afrika is providing a bursary to South African students who will study full‑time for a BSc Civil Engineering or a BEng Civil Engineering qualification. The funding covers tuition, books and a living allowance while you build a foundation for a career in engineering.
Who can apply
- South African citizen
- Matric or already have a Matric certificate
- Planning to enrol, or already enrolled, in a full‑time BSc or BEng Civil Engineering programme
- Studying at a recognised, accredited South African university
What you will gain
- Financial support for the whole 2027 academic year
- Practical exposure to the engineering industry
- Improved employability after graduation
- Networking opportunities with JG Afrika professionals
How to apply – step by step
- Gather the required documents:
- Certified copy of your ID
- Matric certificate (or proof of completion)
- Full tertiary transcript from Year 1 to the current year (if you are already at university)
- Details of any other bursaries or funding you have
- A short motivation explaining why you want to study Civil Engineering
- Visit the JG Afrika bursary portal and create an account.
- Complete the online application form, uploading all mandatory documents.
- Review everything carefully and submit before the deadline.
Official application page: Apply for JG Afrika Bursary Programme 2027
Tips to improve your chances
- Write a genuine motivation – explain your interest in civil engineering, your career goals and how the bursary will help you.
- Proofread your documents; illegible scans are rejected.
- If you already have another bursary, be transparent and list the amount.
- Submit well before the closing date – the exact deadline is posted on the live application page.
- Make sure your university is accredited; an unaccredited institution will disqualify you.
Important dates and notes
- Bursary year: 2027 academic year.
- Application closing date: not specified in the supplied information – check the online portal for the official deadline.
- Shortlisted or successful applicants will be contacted by 1 January 2027. If you do not hear back by then, consider the application unsuccessful.
- The bursary is only for full‑time BSc or BEng Civil Engineering studies.
- All applicants must be South African citizens.
Next steps
Start gathering your documents now and register on the JG Afrika portal today. The sooner you apply, the better your chance of securing the support you need to study Civil Engineering in 2027.
