PRDW Bursary 2027

About this bursary

PRDW offers financial support to senior undergraduate students studying engineering degrees at South African universities. The firm specializes in consulting engineering for marine and coastal developments.

This bursary targets full-time students in their third year of study or higher who demonstrate financial need and academic strength. Bursary recipients must also be able to complete practical vacation work near Cape Town.

Applicants from designated groups under the Employment Equity Act receive preference during selection.

Courses of study covered

BSc or BEng Civil Engineering

BSc or BEng Mechanical Engineering

BSc or BEng Mechatronics Engineering

What the bursary covers

Financial assistance toward university study expenses

Practical workplace experience through required vacation work in Cape Town

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Documents you need to submit

South African ID document or valid passport with permanent residence permit
Matric certificate
Full academic transcript from start of university studies to present
Proof of current university registration or acceptance letter
Latest university financial fee statement
Updated CV with a personalised cover letter and contactable references

Clear and legible copies of all required documents must be attached.

How to apply

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Download the official application form PDF.
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Fill out all required information accurately.
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Prepare certified copies of all requested supporting documents.
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Email your completed form and documents to [email protected] with 'PRDW Bursary 2027' in the subject line.

Applications must be submitted by email before 16:00 on the closing date.

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Forms, downloads and links

Application form (PDF)

prdw.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PRDW-South-Africa-Bursary-Application-R0-2026-08.pdf

Email the bursary team

[email protected]