South African Institution of Civil Engineering invites South African Civil Engineering students to apply for the SPEBS Bursary Programme 2027.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 July 2026 for 2nd Semester 2026
Bursary Location: South Africa
SPEBS Civil Engineering Bursary South Africa 2027
The South African Institution of Civil Engineering, known as SAICE, is inviting students to apply for the SPEBS Bursary Programme.
SPEBS stands for SAICE Patrons Engineering Bursary Scheme.
The bursary is administered by SAICE and was founded in 1992 to provide financial assistance to academically deserving Civil Engineering students.
Bursaries are awarded each semester to students studying towards Civil Engineering qualifications at recognised and accredited tertiary institutions in South Africa.
Fields of Study Covered
The SPEBS Bursary supports students studying towards:
Civil Engineering Degree.
Civil Engineering National Diploma.
The bursary is awarded per semester and is based on academic merit, financial need and availability of funds.
What the Bursary Covers
The SPEBS Bursary is a partial bursary.
The bursary may be awarded to a maximum value of R7 000 per student per semester.
Funding is intended to assist with:
Registration fees.
Tuition fees.
Prescribed books.
Funding will be paid directly to the tertiary institution.
Bursary Renewal
Bursary recipients may be funded until completion of their qualification.
Continued funding will depend on academic performance and availability of funds.
Successful candidates will receive feedback during March or September and will be required to submit certified proof of registration.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be South African citizens.
Applicants must have completed Matric.
Applicants must be studying towards a Civil Engineering qualification.
Applicants must be studying towards either a Degree or National Diploma.
Applicants must have passed and completed all previous subjects.
Applicants must be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa.
Applicants must have proven financial need.
Applicants must have a strong academic record.
Requirements for Degree Students
Degree students must have passed their first semester examinations.
Applicants must be entering their 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study.
Requirements for National Diploma Students
National Diploma students must have passed their first level, also known as S1, National Diploma examination.
Applicants must be entering S2, S3 or S4.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit clear copies of the following supporting documents with the completed application form:
Certified copy of ID document.
Certified copy of full tertiary academic record, including most recent results.
Certified proof of tertiary registration, required from successful applicants only.
Applicants must ensure that all required documents are submitted. Missing documents may result in disqualification.
How to apply
Click here to apply for SPEBS Civil Engineering Bursary South Africa 2027.
Applicants must download and complete the SPEBS Bursary Application Form.
Completed applications must be submitted by email to:
Email: spebs@saice.org.za
Applicants must use the following email subject line:
SPEBS Bursary 2027
Enquiries
For enquiries related to the SPEBS Bursary Programme, applicants may contact SAICE directly.
SAICE – SPEBS Desk
Tel: 011 805 5947
Email: spebs@saice.org.za
Closing Dates
The SPEBS Bursary closing dates are:
31 July 2026 for 2nd Semester 2026.
31 January 2026 for 1st Semester 2026.
Applications submitted after the closing dates will not be accepted.
Important Notes
Applicants must apply before the relevant closing date.
The bursary is awarded per semester.
The bursary is based on academic merit, financial need and availability of funds.
Funding is paid directly to the tertiary institution.
Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
Final Thoughts
The SPEBS Civil Engineering Bursary South Africa 2027 is a valuable funding opportunity for Civil Engineering students who need financial support.
Students studying towards a Civil Engineering Degree or National Diploma should apply before 31 July 2026 for second semester funding.