The Master Builders and Allied Trades’ Association, Western Cape (MBAWC) was founded in 1891 and is affiliated with Master Builders South Africa (MBSA). As the oldest organization of its kind in the country, its primary goal is to maintain the building industry’s reputation and attract investment.
The association includes around 400 companies in the Western Cape, consisting of builders, building subcontractors, manufacturers, building merchants, and providers of building products. MBAWC ensures its members maintain a good reputation and encourage continuous investment in building works.
About the MBAWC Bursary Programme – Fields Covered
The MBAWC invites students to apply for the Master Builders Association Development Trust (MBADT) Bursary for the 2025 academic year.
Bursaries are available for studies in the Built Environment sector at tertiary institutions in the Western Cape, including:
University Degree Studies:
- Civil Engineering (BSc)
- Construction Studies (BSc)
- Construction Management (BSc Hons)
- Quantity Surveying (BSc Hons)
- Project Management (MSc)
- Masters studies (subject to motivated application)
- Other Built Environment-related fields
University of Technology National Diploma (Non-NSFAS focus) Studies:
- Construction (Extended) (Diploma)
- Construction (Diploma)
- Construction (Advanced Diploma)
- Construction Health & Safety (Advanced Diploma)
- Quantity Surveying (Advanced Diploma)
- Master of Construction
- Other Built Environment-related fields
More About the MBAWC Bursary Programme – Coverage Value & Selection
The bursary covers tuition fees for one academic year, paid in two installments to the tertiary institution. The first installment is paid after funding approval, and the second is subject to a mid-year performance review.
Successful candidates will be notified by 14 February 2025 and must accept or decline the offer within 3 working days. If you do not receive any feedback by 17 February 2025, consider your application unsuccessful.
Eligibility Requirements for the MBAWC Bursary
To apply, you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Have completed Matric at a school in the Western Cape
- Be studying or planning to study towards one of the Built Environment qualifications listed above in 2025
- Be studying or planning to study at a recognized tertiary institution in the Western Cape
- NOT qualify for NSFAS funding (household income must be between R350,000 and R600,000 per annum)
- NOT qualify for any other bursary fund or support from a SETA/CETA
- Preference given to employees of MBAWC member companies or their family members
- Preference given to applicants employed by a member company compliant with the BIBC benefit system for at least 24 uninterrupted months
How to Apply for the MBAWC Bursary
- Download and complete the MBAWC Bursary Application Form 2025 (.pdf).
Enter “busa.hlayiso.com” when asked how you heard about the MBAWC bursary.
- Submit clear copies of the following documents with your completed application form:
- ID document (certified copy)
- Most recent academic record/results (certified copy)
- Proof of acceptance at a tertiary institution (on institution’s letterhead)
- Motivational letter to support your application
- Parents’ or guardians’ proof of household income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, proof of grant or pension if applicable)
- Affidavit confirming parents’ or guardians’ income (see application form)
- Curriculum Vitae
Email your application to: benjamin@mbawc.org.za (use “MBAWC Bursary 2025” as the email subject line).
Closing Date
17 January 2025 – make sure to apply before this date to be considered.
Contact the Bursary Provider
For any queries related to this bursary programme, contact the Master Builders Association Western Cape (MBAWC) directly:
- Contact person: Benjamin Zantsi (Training Officer)
- Tel: 021 685 2625
- Email: benjamin@mbawc.org.za