Department of Water and Sanitation Bursary 2026

Department of Water and Sanitation

Funding

Full funding

Closing date

30 Sept 2026

Provinces

All provinces

Government bursary for water-sector scarce skills.

About this bursary

The Department of Water and Sanitation funds students in scarce-skill fields such as civil engineering, hydrology and environmental science aligned to the water sector.

Eligibility

South African citizens, minimum 60% in Mathematics and Physical Science, financial need.

Requirements

ID, academic results, proof of income, proof of acceptance.

Benefits

Full tuition, accommodation, meals and prescribed books.

How to apply

Download the application form on the DWS website and submit as instructed in the annual advert.

Fields of study

civil engineering

hydrology

environmental science

chemical engineering

geohydrology

Qualification levels

Undergraduate