Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal is an Employers’ Association representing over 700 members in South Africa’s building and construction industry.
Registered under the Labour Relations Act, the Association’s mission is to support its members through specialized services, including training, occupational health and safety consulting, legal assistance, and employee benefits schemes.
Recognizing the scarcity of skills in the construction industry, the Association introduced its bursary program in 2015 to reduce financial barriers for students and address skill shortages in the sector.
Details About the Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Bursary Program
Key Details
- Bursary Name: Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Bursary
- Country: South Africa
- Eligibility: South African citizens residing in KwaZulu-Natal
- Supported Fields: Built environment and construction-related qualifications
- Value: Covers tuition fees for one academic year
- Application Deadline: 15 January 2025
- Notification Date: Successful applicants will be notified by 28 February 2025
- Contact Information:
- Email: mandisa@masterbuilders.co.za
- Phone: 031 831 3218
The Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal bursary program helps financially disadvantaged students in construction and built environment industries.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be South African citizens residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
- Enrolled or intending to study full-time in a qualification related to the built environment.
- Accepted at a registered South African institution of learning.
- Demonstrate academic competence and financial need.
Fields of Study
The bursary supports undergraduate and postgraduate studies, including:
- Apprenticeships
- National Certificates
- Diplomas
- Degrees and other qualifications approved by the Association’s Bursary Committee.
Value of the Bursary
The bursary covers tuition fees for one academic year. Recipients must reapply annually, subject to satisfactory academic progress.
How to Apply for the Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Bursary
Applicants should follow these steps:
Application Process
- Download the Application Form. Visit Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal’s website to access the application form. Enter “www.bursariesmzansi.co.za” in the field, asking how you heard about the bursary.
- Required Documents. Applicants must submit clear, certified copies of the following:
- South African ID document
- Latest Matric results (if currently in Matric) or Matric certificate
- Full academic record (if currently studying) or proof of highest qualification achieved
- Proof of acceptance to a registered tertiary institution
- Fee invoice or quotation from the institution
- A motivational letter written by the applicant
- Recommendation letter supporting the application
- Updated CV
- Proof of household income (e.g., payslips, affidavits, or grant documentation)
- Proof of residential address
- Submission Applications can be submitted via:
- Email: Send all documents to mandisa@masterbuilders.co.za with the subject line “Master Builders KZN Bursary 2025.”
- Hand Delivery: Deliver applications to The Bursary Committee
- Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal
- 40 Essex Terrace, Westville, 3629
Application Deadline
Applications must be submitted by 15 January 2025. Late submissions will not be considered. Successful applicants will be notified by 28 February 2025. If you do not receive feedback by this date, consider your application unsuccessful.
Contact Information for Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal
For further inquiries regarding the bursary, contact:
- Contact Person: Mandisa Khumalo (Learning and Development Manager)
- Email: mandisa@masterbuilders.co.za
- Phone: 031 831 3218