Knight Piésold invites academically strong students who require financial assistance to apply for the Civil Engineering Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 15 August 2026
Bursary Location: Accredited universities in South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Knight Piésold Bursary Programme 2027
The Knight Piésold Bursary Programme supports ambitious students pursuing Civil Engineering qualifications at recognised universities in selected African countries.
The programme is aimed particularly at academically strong students from disadvantaged backgrounds who require financial assistance to complete their studies.
Successful applicants may also receive vacation-work opportunities during university breaks and could be considered for the Knight Piésold Graduate Development Programme after graduation.
Bursary Programme Overview
Bursary provider: Knight Piésold
Academic year: 2027
Field of study: Civil Engineering
Study levels: Undergraduate and postgraduate, depending on country
Countries covered: South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia and the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Closing date: 15 August 2026
Application method: Email
Application form required: No
Field of Study Covered
The bursary will support studies towards qualifications in:
- Civil Engineering
Eligible qualification types depend on the applicant’s country and institution and may include:
- Bachelor of Engineering
- Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
- Master of Engineering
- Master of Science in Civil Engineering
What Does the Knight Piésold Bursary Cover?
The bursary may cover the following study-related expenses:
- Tuition fees
- Registration fees
- Prescribed textbooks
- Accommodation
- Monthly allowances
- Stationery allowance
The supplied information does not state the maximum monetary value of the bursary.
Vacation Work Opportunities
Bursary recipients may have an opportunity to complete vacation work at Knight Piésold during university semester breaks.
Vacation work can provide practical exposure to:
- Civil Engineering projects
- Consulting work
- Engineering design
- Technical reporting
- Project teams
- Professional workplace practices
The exact placement, duration and duties will depend on Knight Piésold’s operational requirements.
Graduate Development Opportunity
After graduating, bursary recipients may have an opportunity to join Knight Piésold’s Graduate Development Programme.
This may provide graduates with structured professional development and practical workplace experience.
The bursary information does not guarantee automatic appointment to the graduate programme or permanent employment.
General Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be studying or intend to study towards a Civil Engineering degree in 2027.
- Attend or plan to attend a recognised and accredited university in an eligible country.
- Have a strong academic record.
- Be financially needy.
- Be ambitious.
- Be committed to building a career in Civil Engineering.
- Be interested in working within a global consulting environment.
- Submit all compulsory application documents.
Requirements for South African Students
South African applicants must:
- Be studying towards a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
- Be entering their second, third or fourth year of study in 2027.
- Be studying at a recognised South African university.
- Have a strong academic record.
- Demonstrate financial need.
First-year students beginning their studies in 2027 are not listed among the eligible South African study levels.
Requirements for Namibian Students
Namibian applicants must:
- Be studying towards a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
- Be entering their third or fourth year of study in 2027.
- Study at one of the approved institutions.
Eligible institutions include:
- University of Pretoria
- Stellenbosch University
- North-West University
- University of Namibia
- Namibia University of Science and Technology
Requirements for Botswana Students
Botswana applicants must:
- Be studying towards a Master of Engineering or Master of Science in Civil Engineering.
- Study at one of the approved institutions.
Eligible institutions include:
- Botswana International University of Science and Technology
- University of Botswana
The supplied information does not specify the required year of postgraduate study for Botswana applicants.
Requirements for Zambian Students
Zambian applicants must:
- Be studying towards a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.
- Be entering their fourth or fifth year of study in 2027.
- Study at a recognised university in Zambia.
- Demonstrate strong academic performance and financial need.
Requirements for Students from the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Applicants from the Democratic Republic of the Congo must:
- Be studying towards a Bachelor of Engineering, Bachelor of Science, Master of Engineering or Master of Science in Civil Engineering.
- Be entering their third, fourth or fifth year of study in 2027.
- Study at one of the approved institutions.
Eligible institutions include:
- Université Nouveaux Horizons
- Université de Lubumbashi
Academic Performance
Applicants must be top-performing students with strong academic records.
The advertisement does not prescribe a specific minimum percentage or average.
Selection may consider:
- Matric results
- University academic results
- Academic progression
- Performance in engineering subjects
- Consistency across semesters
- Relevance of the qualification
Financial Need
Applicants must demonstrate that they require financial support to continue their Civil Engineering studies.
The exact financial documents required are not listed in the supplied information, but applicants should provide truthful and complete information if requested during the selection process.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must submit clear copies of:
- Identity document, passport or equivalent government-issued identification
- Matric certificate
- Academic transcripts or records
- Curriculum Vitae
- Motivational letter
All listed documents are compulsory. Missing documents may result in the application being disqualified.
Motivational Letter Guidance
The motivational letter should explain:
- Why the applicant chose Civil Engineering.
- Why financial assistance is required.
- The applicant’s academic achievements.
- Career goals.
- Interest in consulting engineering.
- Leadership or extracurricular activities.
- Relevant projects or practical exposure.
- Why the applicant should be selected.
- How the bursary would support the applicant’s studies.
Applicants should keep the letter professional, personal and specific.
How to Apply for the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027
Applications must be submitted by email.
Click here to apply for the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027
Application email: bursaries@knightpiesold.com
Use the following email subject line:
Knight Piésold Bursary 2027
There is no separate application form to complete. Applicants must email all compulsory documents directly to the bursary office.
Bursary Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
15 August 2026
Late or incomplete applications may not be considered.
Applicants should submit early to allow time to prepare academic records, identification documents, a CV and a strong motivational letter.
Selection Process
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Knight Piésold.
Applicants who do not receive feedback should consider their applications unsuccessful.
The supplied information does not specify interview dates or when final bursary outcomes will be communicated.
Important Application Checklist
Before submitting the application, confirm that:
- You are studying Civil Engineering.
- Your study level meets the requirement for your country.
- Your university is recognised and accredited.
- Your identity document or passport is attached.
- Your Matric certificate is attached.
- Your academic transcript is attached.
- Your CV is updated.
- Your motivational letter is attached.
- The email subject reads “Knight Piésold Bursary 2027.”
- Your application is submitted by 15 August 2026.