Engineering

Murray & Roberts Bursary

Murray & Roberts

DISCONTINUED: This bursary programme is no longer accepting applications. Murray & Roberts Holdings was placed in final liquidation by order of the Gauteng High Court on 28 October 2025 and the company is being wound up; its bursary page is no longer available. This listing is retained for reference only. Murray & Roberts previously offered bursaries to students in their second year or higher of study towards engineering, quantity surveying and construction management qualifications at recognised South African universities.

Amount
Programme discontinued (provider in liquidation)
Deadline
28 October 2025
Renewable
Yes
Applications closed

Eligible Fields of Study

Murray & Roberts supports students in the following disciplines

Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Quantity Surveying
Construction Management

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. 1

    This programme is discontinued and is not accepting applications

  2. 2

    Murray & Roberts Holdings was placed in final liquidation on 28 October 2025

  3. 3

    Consider other engineering and construction bursaries listed on this site instead

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.
Is the Murray & Roberts bursary still available?
No. Murray & Roberts Holdings was placed in final liquidation by the Gauteng High Court on 28 October 2025 and is being wound up. The bursary programme is discontinued and the company's bursary page is no longer available. Please apply for one of the other engineering or construction bursaries listed on this site.

Ready to apply?

Applications close on 28 October 2025

Information verified 2025-10-28. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.

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