Applications Open for the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) Bursary Programme

The South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) is a state-owned company responsible for the management, maintenance, and development of the national road network. SANRAL believes that education is the key to unlocking our country’s potential, and we’re committed to supporting deserving students on their academic journey.

The bursary programme is open to both matriculants looking to pursue tertiary studies and current students already enrolled at a tertiary institution.

The programme supports studies in various fields that are critical to SANRAL’s operations, beyond just engineering. Limited awards on Postgraduate & undergraduate level are available in the following fields.

• Civil engineering
• Human Resources
• Supply Chain Management

Minimum Requirements

• Be a South African citizen under the age of 35.
• Meet the academic requirements for your chosen course.
• Achieve a stipulated academic average:
• For students at tertiary institutions: 60% overall average
• For matriculants: 70% overall average
• Study at an approved South African tertiary institution (privately-owned universities will not be considered)
• Intend to enrol for full-time study (not part-time or distance learning)
• Complete an application form in full and include all necessary supporting documents.

Attention applicants! All applications are carefully reviewed and verified, and any misrepresentation of information could result in your bursary being cancelled, even if this is discovered after the award has been made. For a smooth verification process, please make sure that all application materials are accurate and complete.

What to Include In Your Application

LETTER OF MOTIVATION

• Tell us about yourself and explain why you would like to receive a SANRAL bursary (1 page)

CERTIFIED DOCUMENT COPIES

• For applicants in high school: Results from Term 1 and 2
• For applicants at tertiary level: Full academic record from current tertiary institution
• Proof of tertiary registration
• Your ID document or birth certificate (you must be a South African citizen)
• ID documents of your parents/legal guardian

PROOF OF RESIDENCE

• Water and electricity bill from the local council in the name of your parents/legal guardian

Click HERE to apply

Applications open on 1 June 2023 & close 30 September 2023