The Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 is now open for applications. If you are a top-performing Civil Engineering student from South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, or the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and you are in need of financial support, this opportunity could help you fund your studies. Knight Piésold is an employee-owned, global consulting firm providing specialist services to the mining, power, water resources, and infrastructure industries. In this article, we will explain everything you need to know about the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027: who qualifies, what fields are covered, what expenses are included, and how to apply before the closing date.
About Knight Piésold
Knight Piésold is an employee-owned, global consulting firm providing specialist services to the mining, power, water resources, and infrastructure industries. We are engineers, environmental scientists, geoscientists, and technologists, focusing on what we do best to create value for our clients at every stage of a project.
The Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 invites students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2027 academic year.
Organisation: Knight Piésold • Type: Employee-owned global consulting firm • Focus: Civil Engineering • Academic Year: 2027
What Fields of Study Are Covered?
The Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 will be awarded to students studying or intent on studying towards a Civil Engineering degree in 2027.
What Expenses Does the Bursary Cover?
The Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 will provide cover for the following expenses:
- Tuition fees
- Registration fees
- Prescribed books
- Accommodation
- Monthly allowances
- Stationery allowance
Additional Opportunities for Bursary Recipients
- Opportunity to partake in vacation work at Knight Piésold during semester breaks
- After graduation, opportunity to join Knight Piésold’s Graduate Development Programme, providing a strong foundation for a rewarding professional career
Eligibility Requirements by Country
Before you apply for the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027, check that you meet all the requirements below. If you miss any requirement, your application will not be considered.
General Requirements (All Countries)
- You must be studying or intend on studying towards a Civil Engineering degree in 2027
- You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited university
- You must be a top performer with a strong academic record
- You must be in need of financial support
- You must be ambitious and passionate about building a successful career within a leading global consulting firm
South African Students
- BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering
- Entering 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of study in 2027
- Studying at any recognised University in South Africa
Namibia Students
- BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering
- Entering 3rd or 4th year of study in 2027
- Studying at one of the following: University of Pretoria, Stellenbosch University, North-West University, University of Namibia, or Namibia University of Science and Technology
Botswana Students
- MEng or MSc in Civil Engineering
- Studying at Botswana International University of Science and Technology or University of Botswana
Zambia Students
- BEng or BSc in Civil Engineering
- Entering 4th or 5th year of study in 2027
- Studying at any recognised University in Zambia
Democratic Republic of the Congo Students
- BEng, BSc, MEng, or MSc in Civil Engineering
- Entering 3rd, 4th, or 5th year of study in 2027
- Studying at Université Nouveaux Horizons or Université de Lubumbashi
Required Documents
Students who meet all of the above criteria can apply by submitting clear copies of the following documentation. All documents must be certified.
- ID document / passport or equivalent Government-Issued Identification
- Matric certificate
- Academic transcripts / records
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivational letter to support your application
Important Information
- The bursary aims to attract students from disadvantaged backgrounds with a strong academic record
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not receive any feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful
How to Apply for the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027
Follow these steps to submit your application for the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027. Applications are submitted via email.
Step 1: Check Your Eligibility
Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements for your country listed above, including being a top-performing Civil Engineering student at a recognised institution.
Step 2: Prepare Your Documents
Gather all the required documents listed above, ensuring they are certified copies. This includes your ID, Matric certificate, academic transcripts, CV, and a motivational letter.
Step 3: Submit Your Application via Email
Send your application and supporting documents to:
Email: bursaries@knightpiesold.com
Email subject line: “Knight Piésold Bursary 2027”
Step 4: Submit Before the Deadline
⏰ Closing Date for the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027: 15 August 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted. Please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.
Contact Information
If you have any queries related to the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027, please contact Knight Piésold directly:
- Email: bursaries@knightpiesold.com
Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 – Quick Summary
- Organisation: Knight Piésold
- Bursary Name: Knight Piésold Bursary Programme
- Academic Year: 2027
- Who can apply: Civil Engineering students from South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and DRC
- Key requirements: Top performer, strong academic record, financial need, ambitious
- South Africa: BEng/BSc, 2nd-4th year, any recognised SA university
- Namibia: BEng/BSc, 3rd-4th year, specific institutions
- Botswana: MEng/MSc, specific institutions
- Zambia: BEng/BSc, 4th-5th year, any recognised Zambian university
- DRC: BEng/BSc/MEng/MSc, 3rd-5th year, specific institutions
- What is covered: Tuition, registration, books, accommodation, monthly and stationery allowances
- Additional benefits: Vacation work, Graduate Development Programme
- Required documents: ID/passport, Matric certificate, academic transcripts, CV, motivational letter
- Application method: Email to bursaries@knightpiesold.com
- Email subject line: “Knight Piésold Bursary 2027”
- Closing date: 15 August 2026
Frequently Asked Questions About the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027
1. Can I apply if I am studying a different engineering field?
The Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 is specifically for Civil Engineering students. Other engineering fields are not covered.
2. Can I apply if I am a first-year student?
Eligibility depends on your country. South African students can apply from 2nd year onwards. Namibia requires 3rd or 4th year, Zambia requires 4th or 5th year, and DRC requires 3rd-5th year. First-year students are not eligible.
3. Can I apply if I am from a country not listed?
The Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 is open to students from South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Students from other countries are not eligible.
4. What is the Graduate Development Programme?
After graduation, bursary recipients of the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 have the opportunity to join Knight Piésold’s Graduate Development Programme, providing a strong foundation for a rewarding professional career.
5. Does the bursary include vacation work?
Yes. Bursary recipients of the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 will have the opportunity to partake in vacation work at Knight Piésold during semester breaks.
6. What documents do I need to submit?
You need to submit your ID/passport, Matric certificate, academic transcripts, CV, and a motivational letter for the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027.
7. What is the closing date?
The closing date for the Knight Piésold Bursary South Africa 2027 is 15 August 2026.
8. Where can I find more civil engineering bursaries?
Visit EduFunds civil engineering bursaries page for more funding opportunities.
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