KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE KZN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS BURSARY COVER?

The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded to students who reside in KwaZulu-Natal, for Construction studies.

** RELATED BURSARIES **

• View our other Government Bursaries and Scholarships here.
• View our other Construction Bursaries and Scholarships here.
• View our other Bursaries and Scholarships OPEN for application here.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE KZN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS BURSARY?

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 months of the bursary closing date. If you do not receive any feedback by this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the KZN Department of Human Settlements Bursary.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE KZN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS BURSARY?

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

• You must be between 18 and 35 years old
• You must reside within Kwa-Zulu Natal province
• You must be from a previously disadvantaged background and from vulnerable group
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must be interested in pursuing an undergraduate qualification within Construction studies
• You must have been accepted or provisionally accepted to study at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution (or in the possession of a CAO application receipt)
• You must have a strong academic record
• Students living with disabilities and female students are encouraged to apply

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE KZN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS BURSARY?

Download and complete the KZN Department of Human Settlements Bursary Application Form 2027 (.pdf)

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the KZN Department of Human Settlements bursary.

Applications must be submitted in either of the following ways:

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE KZN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS BURSARY?

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

• ID document (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final results and Matric mid-year results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Proof of registration/ acceptance letter from the institution (on institutions letterhead)
• Motivational Letter to support your application (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
• Parents or guardians ID document/ death certificates if deceased (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (payslips if employed/ proof of unemployment from the Department of Labour if unemployed/ proof of SASSA payout/ bank statement not older than 3 months)
• Proof of residence in KZN (letter from local leadership or councilor/ utility bill with an affidavit from the South African Police Service (SAPS))

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE KZN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS BURSARY?

15 October 2026.

(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

HOW CAN I CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER?

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements directly:
Contact people & contact numbers:

• Ms M Phama – Tel: 031 336 5300 / 031 336 5195
• Ms X Bhengu – Tel: 031 336 5300 / 031 336 5380
• Ms T Hlope – Tel: 031 336 5300

Please do NOT contact the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Human Settlements if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

WHAT DOES THE KZN DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SETTLEMENTS DO?

The Department of Human Settlements, formerly known as the Department of Housing, is a South African government department tasked with promoting access to adequate housing and supporting the development of sustainable human settlements. Its work focuses on addressing housing challenges, improving living conditions and helping communities gain access to essential services and residential infrastructure.

At provincial level, the Department of Human Settlements is responsible for implementing housing policies and programmes in line with the constitutional right of every South African to have access to adequate housing. Through initiatives such as subsidised housing, informal settlement upgrading and other residential development projects, the department aims to assist qualifying households, particularly those facing financial hardship.

In addition to housing delivery, the department supports the creation of integrated communities where residents can live in safe, well-planned environments with access to basic services, economic opportunities and social amenities.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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