Key Facts
- Status
- Applications Open
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
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2027
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Eligibility Requirements
- Completed Matric with 6 or more distinctions, including Mathematics and Physical Science
- Enrolled or accepted for Civil Engineering or Built Environment study
- Studying at a South African public tertiary institution
- Household income below R350,000 a year
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Matric results showing 6+ distinctions
- Proof of enrolment or acceptance at a public tertiary institution
- Proof of household income
About CETA Thapelo Madibeng Bursary (Top Achievers)
The CETA Thapelo Madibeng Top Achievers Bursary, run by the Construction Education and Training Authority, is a distinction-only award for the very strongest matriculants heading into Civil Engineering or Built Environment study. CETA renamed its bursary programme after the late Thapelo Madibeng, a core business executive who passed away in August 2018.
Check your distinction count before applying: this specific top-achievers track requires six or more distinctions, a notably higher bar than CETA's general Thapelo Madibeng Bursary, which doesn't set the same distinction threshold.
Funding Details
The bursary funds Civil Engineering or Built Environment study for top-achieving matriculants, in line with CETA's broader construction bursary coverage of tuition, materials, and accommodation.
Where You Can Study
Any South African public tertiary institution offering Civil Engineering or Built Environment qualifications 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…
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- 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 have completed Matric with six or more distinctions, including Mathematics and Physical Science, and be enrolled or accepted for Civil Engineering or Built Environment study at a South African public tertiary institution. Household income should be below R350,000 a year.
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
How many distinctions do I need?
Six or more in your final Matric results, including Mathematics and Physical Science - a higher bar than CETA's general bursary.
How is this different from the regular CETA bursary?
This is specifically for top academic achievers with six or more distinctions, while the general Thapelo Madibeng Bursary has a broader, less distinction-focused entry standard.
How do I apply?
Email Topachievers@ceta.co.za with the subject line "CETA Top Achievers Bursary" and your supporting documents.
Who was Thapelo Madibeng?
A CETA core business executive who passed away in August 2018 - the bursary programme was renamed in his memory.
