Senior engineering students can apply for the PRDW Bursary Programme 2027. The current intake is for BSc or BEng students in civil, mechanical or mechatronics engineering who have completed at least their third year.
At a glance
Sponsor: PRDW South Africa
Opportunity type: Engineering bursary
Study fields: Civil, mechanical and mechatronics engineering
Study level: At least third year completed
Minimum average: 65% overall
Application method: Application form and supporting documents by email
Closing date: 28 August 2026 at 16:00 CAT
Last verified: 24 August 2026
High-value notes
- This intake is limited to full-time BSc or BEng students in the three listed engineering disciplines.
- You must have completed at least third year and maintained an overall average of 65% or more.
- Your CV must include a personalised cover letter and contactable references.
- Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.
- Shortlisted applicants may be contacted for further information or an interview. If you receive no feedback within 30 days after closing, consider the application unsuccessful.
About PRDW
PRDW is a consulting engineering firm specialising in port, coastal and marine infrastructure. Its bursary programme supports engineering students and provides opportunities to gain practical experience alongside its consulting engineers.
What the bursary supports
PRDW offers financial support for eligible engineering study. The application form asks applicants to provide estimated registration, tuition, accommodation, meal, transport, book and other study costs. The final value and approved expenses will be set out in the bursary agreement for successful applicants.
Eligibility
- Be a South African citizen or permanent resident
- Study full time towards a BSc or BEng in civil, mechanical or mechatronics engineering
- Be registered at a recognised and accredited South African university
- Have completed at least third year or a higher level of study
- Have achieved and maintained a minimum overall average of 65%
Documents to prepare
- South African ID, or passport and valid permanent residence permit
- University admission letter or proof of current registration for the eligible BSc or BEng programme
- Full university academic record from the start of your studies, including the latest available results
- Matric certificate
- Latest university or university of technology student account statement
- CV with a personalised cover letter and contactable references
- Completed PRDW bursary application form
Closing date
28 August 2026 at 16:00 CAT.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying before completing the required stage of study
- Submitting a generic cover letter instead of a personalised one
- Leaving out older academic transcripts from the start of your degree
- Forgetting the latest student account statement
- Sending the application after the 16:00 CAT deadline
How this opportunity was verified
Last checked on 24 August 2026 using PRDW’s current careers page and its dated South Africa bursary application pack. The application pack confirms the eligible degrees, study level, 65% minimum, required documents, email address and exact closing time.
How to apply
- Download and complete the PRDW bursary application form.
- Prepare certified copies of all required documents.
- Email the completed form and supporting documents to kpillay@prdw.com.
- Submit the complete application before 16:00 CAT on 28 August 2026.