Construction is about planning, designing, creating and finally building infrastructures or facilities. People that work within the construction sector, generally see the project through from start to finish. Built environment is the man-made construction of homes, shopping centres, office blocks and even water and energy networks.
If your passion lies in creating construction and seeing the project through until completion, this may be the best career path for you.
In order to qualify for a bursary and to study within the Built Environment sector, students should meet the following minimum criteria:
South African citizen with a valid ID book,
Completed Matric or currently in Matric,
Studying or been accepted to study towards a qualification in the Built Environment at a recognized tertiary institution in the country,
Obtained excellent academic results in Mathematics and possibly Science (depending on the chosen field),
Have a passion and drive to complete their studies.
ARCHITECTURE BURSARIES FOR 2023 & 2024
Architects are responsible for the process and end-product of their designing, planning and construction of buildings and structures.
The average annual salary for an architect depends on their job role, here are a few examples of average annual salaries within the architecture profession: R460 000/ annum for general architects, R418 000/ annum for senior project architects, R300 000/ annum for design architects, R118 000/ annum for architectural technologists, R384 000/ annum for project architects and R130 000/ annum for interior designers.
BUILDING SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT BURSARIES FOR 2023 & 2024
Building Science is a career that draws upon disciplines of architecture, engineering, physics, chemistry, life sciences, and biology to understand the physical aspect of a building system. Building Scientists/ Managers understand how a building affects comfort, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and durability. Building science is a vital career as it can correct many system deficiencies, such as sick building syndrome, energy loss, proliferation, and mold growth.
Building scientists work along with designers to consider the following interactions and systems when establishing a building: its enclosure/ envelope, the occupants that need to live in there, its infrastructure, its finishes (walls, floors, ceilings, etc), landscaping, as well as microclimates and weather.
A Bachelors of Building Science or Masters of Building Science Degree will aid you in gaining an understanding of building practices that are safe, sustainable, and efficient. As a Building Scientist student, you will learn about all aspects of building, from the construction process to lighting and acoustics. A Degree in Building Science will give you knowledge as well as a qualification in technology, science, and the economics of building construction as well as a key understanding of architecture.
Possible career’s for a Building Scientist/ Manager:
– Architectural Technician
– Architect
– Building Surveyor
– Building and Construction Manager
– Energy/ Carbon Auditor
– Civil Engineer
– Environmental Engineer
– Urban Planner
– Fire Engineer
If this sounds like a career path you would be interested in pursuing, you should apply for these Building Science Bursaries:
Construction and Building; although they have the same definitions, there is a slight difference between these two professions. Construction refers to a broad project in the field such as constructing a road, whereas Building refers to establishing a home or business; construction can refer to a skyscraper whereas building only ever refers to a closed structure consisting of a roof and walls.
The construction industry is very important for our economy as it is responsible for all the major establishments- from building a road to a monument, dam, wooden structure, or even real estate assets. The construction and building sector contribute greatly to the economy as it is an investment-led sector showing the most amount of interest. The construction and building industry are essential for every country as with the aid of their government contracts, infrastructure that is related to education, health, and transport is further developed.
To become a builder, you will need to gain your education from apprenticeships, on-the-job training, or a degree in construction. You could begin your career in the industry with an entry-level job such as an apprentice or laborer, where a qualification is not a necessity. However, further completing a course, coupled with your practical experience will put you in higher steed in the industry as well as meet the minimum educational requirements needed to apply for your Builder’s License.
As for tertiary qualifications, you could obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, increasing your chance of finding employment. You could possibly begin in a management role as an entry-level employee with a 4-year degree in construction management/ relevant field. You may also get entry-level training from apprenticeship programs offered by companies and trade unions, which last 3 to 5 years, comprising of classroom and on-the-job training
Built Environment refers to all the man-made resources that surround us, aiding in human activity. This ranges from parks to neighbourhoods, buildings, cities, and even sporting infrastructure. The built environment is the outcome of human labour, combining physical elements such as energy forms that is used for working, playing, and living. The built environment is essential to our economy as it enhances morale, community and nature as well as provides safe facilities for people to live and play in. The built environment primarily covers the real estate sector (all aspects pertaining to the property.) Many built environment graduates will focus mainly on urban planning (for example) whereby they calculate the best finance deal, manage the planning process, plan for a new development, and look at the sustainability of building designs.
With a qualification relevant to Built Environment, you can work in large property companies, management consultancies, multi-disciplinary or integrated engineering consultancies, housing, real estate and finance, or even be an owner/ occupant.
The qualifications you need to start a career in a Built Environment is a Bachelors of Science/ Honours in Quantity Surveying, a Bachelors of Science/ Honours in Construction Management, a Bachelors/ Honours in Real Estate, and a Masters of Science in Real Estate. Many national and international Professional Councils may offer you accredited programmes to help you obtain this qualification. With an Honours degree in Real Estate, you could establish a career as a Property Valuer, plummeting yourself into one of South Africa’s most lucrative sectors. With a Bachelor’s in Town and Regional planning, you can also register as a professional Town or Regional planner with the South African Council and Regional Planners where your degree will be recognised globally.
If you are looking for bursaries or funding for the Built Environment sector, here are some options for you
