Murray & Roberts Bursary
Murray & Roberts offers bursaries to students in their second year or higher of study towards engineering, quantity surveying and construction management qualifications at recognised South African universities. The programme supports a pipeline of technical talent into one of South Africa's largest engineering and construction groups.
Eligible Fields of Study
Murray & Roberts supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen or permanent resident
- ✓ Completed Matric with passes in Mathematics and Science
- ✓ Studying full-time at a recognised South African university or university of technology
- ✓ In second year of study or higher (first-year students are not funded)
- ✓ Minimum overall academic average of 65%
- ✓ Studying towards a BSc, BEng or BTech in an eligible field
What's Included
- ✓ Tuition fee support
- ✓ Vacation work opportunities within the group
- ✓ Mentorship from Murray & Roberts engineers
- ✓ Pathway into graduate placement after qualifying
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Murray & Roberts bursary application
- 1
Apply directly through your university's financial aid or bursary office
- 2
Murray & Roberts no longer accepts external/online applications
- 3
Submit certified copies of supporting documents to your university
- 4
Universities forward shortlisted candidates to Murray & Roberts
- 5
Attend an interview if shortlisted
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
- 📄 Proof of permanent residence (if applicable)
- 📄 Certified Matric certificate
- 📄 Certified university academic transcripts
- 📄 Proof of registration at a recognised university
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can first-year students apply for the Murray & Roberts bursary?
- No. Murray & Roberts does not fund first-year students. You must be in your second year of study or higher to be considered.
- How do I apply for the Murray & Roberts bursary?
- Applications must be made through your university's bursary or financial aid office. Murray & Roberts no longer accepts direct online applications.
- What average do I need for the Murray & Roberts bursary?
- A minimum overall academic average of 65% is required, and you must maintain this throughout your studies to retain the bursary.
- When does the Murray & Roberts bursary close?
- Closing dates vary by university but applications are typically due around the beginning of June each year. Check with your university bursary office for the exact internal deadline.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 5 June 2026
Apply on Murray & Roberts's official siteInformation verified 2026-05-25. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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