Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
- Provider
- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
- Application Closes
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Studying, full-time or part-time, a construction-related qualification
- At a public university, university of technology, or TVET college
- Not already funded by NSFAS or another CETA-funded entity
- Not an immediate family member of a CETA employee
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Academic results or Matric certificate
- Proof of registration or acceptance
- Confirmation of no other public funding
About CETA Thapelo Madibeng Bursary Scheme
The CETA Thapelo Madibeng Bursary Scheme is the Construction Education and Training Authority's general construction bursary, open to a much wider range of applicants than its distinction-only Top Achievers track.
Confirm you're not already receiving NSFAS or another CETA-funded award before applying - CETA explicitly excludes students already funded through those channels, and immediate family members of CETA employees don't qualify either.
Funding Details
Funding may cover tuition fees, study materials, accommodation, and other essential expenses, alongside mentorship, networking, and possible internship opportunities within the construction industry.
Where You Can Study
Any South African public university, university of technology, or TVET college offering a construction-related qualification qualifies.
About Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA)
CETA (the Construction Education and Training Authority) is one of South Africa's sector education and training authorities, coordinating skills development and training within the construction sector. CETA funds learner…
View full provider profile →- Address
- 563 Old Pretoria Main Road, Unit 5, Midrand Business Park, Midrand, 1685
- Phone
- 011 265 5900
- info@ceta.co.za
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
You must be a South African citizen studying or intending to study full-time or part-time toward a construction-related qualification - Architecture, Building Arts, Civil Engineering, Construction Economics, Construction Management, and related fields - at a public university, university of technology, or TVET college. You may not already be funded by NSFAS, another CETA-funded entity, or any other public funding organisation.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Questions about this application?
Contact Construction Education and Training Authority (CETA) directly:
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hold this bursary alongside NSFAS?
No - CETA explicitly excludes applicants already receiving NSFAS or funding from another CETA-funded entity.
Which fields does this bursary cover?
Architecture, Building Arts, Civil Engineering, Construction Economics, Construction Management, and related construction fields.
Does this bursary include work experience?
Yes, recipients gain access to mentorship, networking, and possible internship opportunities within the construction industry.
How do I apply?
Visit www.ceta.org.za and follow the Thapelo Madibeng Bursary link to the online application form.
