
Bursary Provider: Hillary Construction
Academic Year: 2027
Fields of Study: Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying and Surveying
Study Levels: National Diploma and Degree
Location: Polokwane, Limpopo
Closing Date: 30 November 2026
Application Method: Email
About the Hillary Construction Bursary
Hillary Construction is inviting eligible South African students to apply for the Hillary Construction Bursary for the 2027 academic year.
The bursary supports deserving students pursuing National Diploma and Degree qualifications in the following fields:
Civil Engineering
Quantity Surveying
Surveying
Hillary Construction is involved in civil engineering projects, including road construction, earthworks, steel-reinforced concrete structures and related infrastructure.
What Does the Bursary Cover?
According to the company’s bursary information, successful candidates may receive support for:
Annual registration fees
Tuition fees
Examination fees
Monthly allowance for accommodation
Monthly allowance for food
Monthly allowance for travelling expenses
Study-related equipment, subject to request
Important: Successful candidates are first offered a one-year Learnership in Road Construction. This is treated as a gap year, during which sponsorship for the following academic year will be considered. Continued funding is therefore not automatic.
Bursary Requirements
To qualify for the Hillary Construction Bursary, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
Be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
Have a Grade 12 exemption certificate.
Provide proof of academic results.
Have a minimum aggregate rating of 65%.
University applicants must have achieved at least a C symbol in Mathematics and Science.
University of Technology applicants must have achieved at least a D symbol in Mathematics and Science.
Be pursuing a National Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying or Surveying.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
Full Curriculum Vitae (CV).
Proof of academic results.
Hillary Construction states that official application forms will be forwarded to applicants who meet the bursary criteria.
How to Apply
Interested applicants who meet the requirements should submit their CV and proof of academic results by email to:
Email: hr@hillary.co.za
Use the subject line:
Hillary Construction Bursary 2027
Applicants who meet the stated criteria will be sent the official application form.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by telephone or email for interviews and psychometric testing at Hillary Construction’s Head Office in Polokwane.
Closing Date
The closing date for the Hillary Construction Bursary 2027 is 30 November 2026.
Late applications may not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their documents before the closing date.
Contact Details
For bursary enquiries, contact Hillary Construction directly:
Telephone: 015 293 1221
Email: hr@hillary.co.za
Website: https://hillary.co.za/
Important Information
Read the eligibility requirements carefully before applying.
Make sure your CV and academic results are clear and complete.
Remember that the programme begins with a one-year Road Construction Learnership.
Sponsorship for the following academic year is considered after the learnership year.
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