Hillary Construction Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE HILLARY CONSTRUCTION BURSARY COVER?

Hillary Construction is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for National Diploma and Degree studies, within the following fields:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Quantity Surveying
  • Surveying

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE HILLARY CONSTRUCTION BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, exam fees and study-related equipment subject to request.

It will also provide a monthly allowance for accommodation, food and travelling expenses.

Bursary recipients will first be offered a Learnership in Road Construction for 1 year (Gap Year) – during this time funding will be considered for the following year.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION FOR THE HILLARY CONSTRUCTION BURSARY?

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via telephone or email and required to attend an interview and psychometric testing at the Hillary Construction Head Office in Polokwane. If you do not receive any feedback, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

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WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE HILLARY CONSTRUCTION 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 a South African citizen or a permanent resident in South Africa
  • You must have completed Matric with an exemption certificate
  • You must be studying towards a National Diploma or Degree, within one of the fields of study listed above
  • You must be studying at a recognised and accredited University or University of Technology in South Africa
  • University students: you must have achieved a minimum “C” symbol for Mathematics and Science
  • University of Technology students: you must have achieved a minimum “D” symbol for Mathematics and Science
  • You must be have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in your current studies

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE HILLARY CONSTRUCTION BURSARY?

Students who meet the above minimum criteria, can apply via email to: hr@hillary.co.za
(Insert the words “Hillary Construction Bursary 2027” in the email subject line).

Note: candidates will receive a copy of the official application form from Hillary Construction, if they meet all of the criteria.

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE HILLARY CONSTRUCTION BURSARY?

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

  • Full tertiary academic record (on institutions letterhead)
  • Full Curriculum Vitae

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE HILLARY CONSTRUCTION BURSARY?

30 November 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 Hillary Construction directly:
Email: hr@hillary.co.za / admin@hillary.co.za
Contact page: https://hillary.co.za/contact/

Please do NOT contact Hillary Construction if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

WHAT DOES HILLARY CONSTRUCTION DO?

Hillary Construction is a construction company involved in delivering building and infrastructure solutions to meet the needs of its clients. The construction industry plays an important role in South Africa’s economic development, creating employment opportunities, supporting related industries and contributing to the growth of residential, commercial and public infrastructure. Companies operating in this sector help transform plans and designs into practical structures through construction expertise, project coordination and the application of industry standards.

For students interested in pursuing careers in civil engineering, construction management, quantity surveying, architecture or related technical fields, companies such as Hillary Construction may be worth researching when exploring potential career pathways and educational funding opportunities. The construction sector offers a variety of professional opportunities for individuals who want to contribute to the planning, development and delivery of building projects. As demand for skilled professionals continues to shape the industry, developing relevant qualifications and practical experience can help aspiring professionals prepare for future careers in construction and the built environment.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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