The Martin and East bursary 2027 offers a paid gap year, then civil engineering funding for 2028. Matric 2026 learners can apply by 30 October.
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- Closing date: 30 October 2026.
- Open to students completing Matric in 2026.
- Paid gap year in 2027, then Civil Engineering bursary funding in 2028.
- Selection depends on your site performance and your university acceptance.
The Martin and East bursary 2027 is a two-part programme for learners who finish Matric in 2026. You first complete a paid gap year in 2027. After that, you can receive bursary funding to study Civil Engineering in 2028. Applications close on 30 October 2026.
Martin and East bursary 2027 at a glance
Martin and East is a civil engineering and construction company. The programme is called the Matric Gap Year and Bursary 2027-28.
- Who: students completing Matric in 2026
- Year 1 (2027): a paid Matric Gap Year
- Year 2 (2028): bursary funding for Civil Engineering
- Closing date: 30 October 2026
How the gap year works
During 2027 you join a Construction Roadworks and Supervision Learnership. You are paid while you learn on site. You must be willing to complete the Matric Gap Year in 2027. If you want to go straight to university in 2027, this programme is not for you.
Bursary for Civil Engineering in 2028
After the gap year, the bursary can fund your Civil Engineering studies in 2028. The listed institutions are UCT, Stellenbosch, CPUT, the University of Pretoria and Nelson Mandela University.
Selection is based on your overall site performance during the gap year. You must also be accepted into an approved programme at an approved institution.
How to apply
Send your application by email. Use the subject line 'Scholar Recruitment 2027'. The recipient address and the document list are on the official listing, so check it before you send anything. We did not capture them in our research.
Tips for a strong application
This is an email application, so double-check your subject line before you press send. A wrong subject line could cause your email to be missed.
- Certify your ID and other documents early.
- Apply a few days before the closing date, not on the last day.
- Keep proof that you submitted your application.
- Check your email and phone for replies, including your spam folder.
- Never pay anyone to apply for a bursary.
Final thoughts
The Martin and East bursary 2027 suits learners who want real site experience before they study. Check the official listing for the email address and documents, then send your application before 30 October 2026.