Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Bursary 2026 🎓 — Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal (MBKZN) is inviting students across South Africa to apply for their 2026 bursary programme. The Association represents over 700 construction industry members and is committed to promoting excellence, best practice, skills development and the long-term sustainability of the KZN construction sector.
About Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal
Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal is the leading representative body for the building and construction industry in KZN. Registered under the Labour Relations Act, the Association advocates for its members, offers specialist support services, and provides training, occupational health and safety services, legal and contractual assistance, and various business solutions.
Through its bursary fund, MBKZN aims to address critical skills shortages within the Built Environment by financially supporting dedicated students pursuing industry-aligned qualifications.
Fields Covered
The 2026 bursary is open to students pursuing studies within the Built Environment sector. This includes (but is not limited to):
- Apprenticeships
- National Certificate qualifications
- Diplomas
- Undergraduate Degrees
- Any other built environment qualification approved by the Bursary Committee
Bursaries are awarded for one academic year at a time and may be renewed based on good academic progress.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- South African citizen
- Currently in Matric or have completed Matric
- Studying or intending to study full-time in 2026
- Accepted or provisionally accepted at a registered South African tertiary institution
- Strong academic record
- Proven financial need
- Preference to KZN residents, but students from other provinces may also apply
- Preference for fields directly aligned with the Building and Construction industry
How to Apply
Download the application form:
📄 Download Application Form (PDF)
Submit your application with the following required documents:
- Certified ID copy
- Certified Matric results or certificate
- Academic record (if currently studying)
- Proof of application/acceptance
- Highest qualification (if applicable)
- Invoice/quotation of tuition fees
- Motivational letter
- Recommendation letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Parents/guardians’ certified income documents
- Certified proof of residential address
Missing documents will lead to automatic disqualification.
Submit your application via:
Email: mandisa@masterbuilders.co.za
Subject line: Master Builders KZN Bursary 2026
Hand Delivery:
The Bursary Committee
Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal
40 Essex Terrace, Westville, 3629
Closing Date
14 January 2026.
Applications submitted after this date will not be considered.
Contact Details
For enquiries, contact:
- Mandisa Khumalo — Learning and Development Manager
- Email: mandisa@masterbuilders.co.za
- Tel: 031 831 3218
- Contact page: https://www.masterbuilders.co.za/general/?type=CONTACT
Do not contact the organisation if the bursary has already closed.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can apply for the bursary?
Any South African citizen studying or intending to study within the Built Environment sector in 2026.
2. Does the bursary prefer KZN students?
Yes, preference is given to KwaZulu-Natal residents, but students from other provinces may apply.
3. What does the bursary cover?
It covers tuition-related fees and may support other academic requirements as approved by the committee.
4. When will applicants receive feedback?
By 28 February 2026 at the latest. If you do not hear back, consider your application unsuccessful.
5. Can postgraduate students apply?
Yes — if their studies fall within the built environment and meet the bursary criteria.