Are you a student seeking financial assistance to pursue your academic dreams? Look no further! The Masakh’iSizwe Bursary Program 2025 is now open for applications, offering a comprehensive bursary opportunity to support students in the Western Cape.
About the Bursary
The Masakh’iSizwe Bursary Program is an initiative by the Department of Infrastructure to address the skills scarcity in the infrastructure sector. In partnership with leading Higher Education Learning Institutions, this program provides full-time bursaries for studies in transport, engineering, and infrastructure disciplines.
Benefits of the Bursary
The bursary covers various expenses, including:
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed textbooks and study materials
- Support programs for academic performance
- Accommodation and meals (or transport costs)
Requirements to Apply
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Be accepted or intending to study at a Higher Education Institution in the Western Cape
- Preference will be given to persons with disabilities, financially disadvantaged, female learners, and applicants from the Western Cape
Area of Coverage
The bursary program focuses on the following disciplines:
- Architecture
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering (Heavy current)
- Geomatics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Quantity Surveying
- Property studies
- Transport economics
- Transportation engineering
- Mechatronics
- Electrical and/or electronic engineering
- Construction management
- Town/City and regional planning
Who Can Apply?
Students who meet the eligibility criteria and are pursuing full-time studies in the specified disciplines can apply.
How to Apply?
Applications can be submitted online or manually:
Online:
- Register an account on the Masakh’iSizwe Bursary System
- Login and complete the application form
- Upload supporting documents
Manual:
- Download and complete the application form
- Collect supporting documents
- Submit via email, courier, or hand delivery
Contact Details
For any queries, contact the Department of Infrastructure Masakh’iSizwe Office directly:
Tel: 021 483 0964 / 021 483 9545
Email: DoIBursary@westerncape.gov.za
Don’t miss this opportunity to secure your academic future. Apply now for the Masakh’iSizwe Bursary Program 2025!