What it costs and how to pay
Engineering costs about R50,000 to R80,000 a year at a university. NSFAS and company bursaries can pay for you.
Engineering has more bursaries than almost any field, because companies need engineers.
NSFAS
NSFAS pays for engineering at public universities and TVET colleges, if your family earns under R350,000 a year.
Learn more →Company bursaries
Many big companies (like mines, Eskom, Sasol, and engineering firms) give engineering bursaries, often with a job after you finish. Apply to the companies directly.
Learn more →Government and university bursaries
The government, universities, and funds like the Cyril Ramaphosa bursary also fund engineering students.
Learn more →Ready to apply?
When you have picked a way in, apply before the closing date.
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