South African Road Federation (SARF) Bursary 2027 — The South African Road Federation (SARF), founded in 1950, is inviting students to apply for their Study Bursary for the 2027 academic year. SARF is the access point whereby South Africans can share their interest regarding the local road industry and administration of roads throughout the country, enabling contact between road industry sectors and assisting in the distribution of expert advice through various disciplines. The organisation is dedicated to promoting the road industry within South Africa, as well as encouraging economic growth through education and training. Each year, SARF awards bursaries for studies in disciplines within the road transport sector.
About SARF
The South African Road Federation (SARF), founded in 1950, is the access point whereby South Africans can share their interest regarding the local road industry and administration of roads throughout the country. The SARF enables contact between the road industry sectors of the country, as well as assisting in the distribution of expert advice through the various disciplines.
The organisation is dedicated to promoting the road industry within South Africa, as well as encouraging economic growth by way of education and training.
Founded: 1950 • Bursary Type: Partial bursary (can combine with NSFAS) • Academic Year: 2027
Fields Covered by South African Road Federation (SARF) Bursary 2027
Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies within these fields:
Road Engineering (Civil)
- Traffic Engineering
- Transportation Planning
- Pavement and Bridge Engineering
- Construction Materials and Management
- Environmental and Stormwater Engineering
Road Transport Management
- Logistics Coordination
- Fleet Operations
- Transport Systems Optimization
- Freight Planning
Transport Economics
- Infrastructure Investment Analysis
- Transport Policy Development
- Cost-benefit Modelling
- Freight Corridor Planning
Road Safety Engineering
- Accident Prevention Systems
- Traffic Flow Design
- Smart Road Technologies
- Highway Safety Assessments
Expenses Covered by South African Road Federation (SARF) Bursary 2027
The SARF bursary is a partial bursary, meaning that you may combine it with other bursaries like NSFAS to cover study related expenses. The bursary value will be determined based on the student’s needs and the Council of the Federation’s decision.
Eligibility Requirements for South African Road Federation (SARF) Bursary 2027
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- Preference will be given to South African residents, however members of SADC countries can also apply (Angola, Botswana, Comoros, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe)
- You must be studying towards a qualification within one of the road transport fields listed above
- You must be studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa (University, University of Technology or equivalent)
- Your application must be endorsed by the correct academic authority at your selected tertiary institute
- National Diploma students: you must have passed the first semester (S1) exams
- Degree students: you must have passed the first year exams
- Preference will be given to those studying at advanced levels (MTech, MSc or higher), however undergraduate students can also apply
- Preference will be given to full-time students, however part-time and distance learning students can also apply
- Preference will be given to employees of members of the SARF
- You must intend on working within the South African road transport industry after graduation
Responsibilities of Bursary Recipients
Bursary recipients will be required to:
- Make a presentation to your Federation local branch on your subject of study
- Submit a report of study progress every 6 months
- Enroll as an associate member of the SARF
How to Apply for South African Road Federation (SARF) Bursary 2027
Step 1: Download and complete the SARF Bursary Application Form.
Application form link: https://sarf.org.za/training/students/application-for-sarf-study-bursary/
Step 2: Submit your fully completed application form and documents listed below to the South African Road Federation Head Office, in either of the following ways:
Hand delivery:
South African Road Federation
48 Gladiator Street
Rhodesfield
Kempton Park
1619
Post:
P O Box 8379
Birchleigh
1621
⏰ Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Important: Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.
Required Documents
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Grade 11 year end results (certified copy)
- Matric certificate (certified copy)
- Most recent tertiary results (on institution letterhead)
Contact
- Tel: 011 394 9025 / 011 394 1459
- Email: sybul@sarf.org.za
Programme Details
- Organisation: South African Road Federation (SARF)
- Bursary Name: SARF Study Bursary
- Academic Year: 2027
- Study Levels: Undergraduate and Postgraduate
- Fields: Road Engineering, Road Transport Management, Transport Economics, Road Safety Engineering
- Bursary Type: Partial bursary (can combine with NSFAS)
- Eligible Countries: South Africa and SADC member countries
- Application Method: Download form and submit via hand delivery or post
- Closing Date: 31 August 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the SARF Bursary Programme?
A partial bursary programme offered by the South African Road Federation (SARF) for the 2027 academic year to students pursuing Undergraduate and Postgraduate studies in road transport-related fields including Road Engineering, Transport Management, Transport Economics, and Road Safety Engineering.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
Preference is given to South African residents, however SADC country members may also apply. Applicants must be studying towards a road transport qualification at a recognised South African tertiary institution, with endorsement from academic authority. National Diploma students must have passed S1 exams; Degree students must have passed first year exams.
3. What fields of study are covered?
Road Engineering (Traffic Engineering, Transportation Planning, Pavement and Bridge Engineering, Construction Materials, Environmental Engineering), Road Transport Management (Logistics, Fleet Operations, Transport Systems, Freight Planning), Transport Economics (Infrastructure Investment, Transport Policy, Cost-benefit Modelling), and Road Safety Engineering (Accident Prevention, Traffic Flow Design, Smart Road Technologies).
4. What does the bursary cover?
The SARF bursary is a partial bursary, meaning you may combine it with other bursaries like NSFAS. The bursary value is determined based on the student’s needs and the Council of the Federation’s decision.
5. Can part-time or distance learning students apply?
Yes, preference is given to full-time students, however part-time and distance learning students can also apply.
6. What are the responsibilities of bursary recipients?
Make a presentation to your Federation local branch on your subject of study, submit a progress report every 6 months, and enroll as an associate member of SARF.
7. What documents are required?
Certified ID, certified Grade 11 year-end results, certified Matric certificate, and most recent tertiary results on institution letterhead.
8. How do I apply?
Download the application form from the SARF website, complete it, and submit it along with required documents via hand delivery or post to the SARF Head Office. Closing date: 31 August 2026.
9. What are the SADC countries eligible to apply?
Angola, Botswana, Comoros, Democratic Republic of Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
10. Where can I find more engineering and transport bursaries?
For more engineering and transport bursaries, explore our engineering bursaries database or check roads construction bursaries.
For more engineering and transport bursaries, visit EduFunds.co.za
South African Road Federation
Study Bursary 2027
Promoting Road Industry • Encouraging Economic Growth • Developing Transport Professionals