SOUTH AFRICAN ROAD FEDERATION (SARF)BURSARY PROGRAMME 2027

CLOSING DATE: 31 AUGUST 2026

ABOUT THE BURSARY
The South African Road Federation (SARF) offers bursaries to students pursuing studies in the road transport sector.

The programme supports the development of skilled professionals to improve and sustain South Africa’s road infrastructure and transport systems.

FIELDS OF STUDY
Bursaries are awarded for undergraduate and postgraduate studies in:

• Road Safety Engineering
• Road Transport Economics
• Road Transport Management
• Civil Engineering (Road Engineering specialisations)
• Traffic Engineering
• Bridge Engineering
• Pavement Engineering
• Transportation Planning
• Construction Management
• Construction Materials
• Storm Water & Environmental Studies

WHO CAN APPLY?
• South African students
• Undergraduate and postgraduate applicants
• Students pursuing qualifications in the road transport sector
• Must demonstrate academic ability and commitment

WHAT THE BURSARY COVERS
 Funding is based on financial need

May include:
✔ Tuition fees
✔ Study-related expenses

SELECTION CRITERIA
• Academic performance
• Financial need
• Relevance of chosen field to the road transport sector

HOW TO APPLY
Apply through the SARF bursary application process

CLOSING DATE
 31 August 2026

ABOUT SARF
The South African Road Federation is committed to the advancement of road transport infrastructure and professional development within the sector.

BUILD THE ROADS THAT BUILD SOUTH AFRICA

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