Engineering

Concor Bursary Programme

Concor (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house by the Concor Training Department via the Concor careers portal)

The Concor Bursary Programme offers full bursaries covering 100% of tuition fees to South African students studying civil engineering, quantity surveying, mining engineering, construction management and related built-environment fields. Bursars are guaranteed a place in Concor's 24-month Intern Development Programme after graduating, with strong employment outcomes - more than 90 bursars have completed their studies since 2011 and all were subsequently hired by Concor.

Amount
Full bursary covering 100% of tuition fees for qualifying students
Deadline
To be announced
Renewable
Yes

Eligible Fields of Study

Concor (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house by the Concor Training Department via the Concor careers portal) supports students in the following disciplines

Civil Engineering
Quantity Surveying
Mining Engineering
Building / Construction Management
Mechanical Engineering
Land Surveying
Other built-environment / construction-industry fields

Eligibility Requirements

  • ✓ South African citizen
  • ✓ Under 30 years of age
  • ✓ Full-time student at a recognised South African university or university of technology
  • ✓ All previous years of study completed successfully
  • ✓ Typically in your final year of study (some cycles are offered from second year onwards)
  • ✓ Demonstrate financial need for tuition support
  • ✓ Registered, or intending to register, in an eligible engineering or built-environment field
  • ✓ Must not hold any other bursary from another institution or company

What's Included

  • ✓ 100% of tuition fees covered
  • ✓ Guaranteed placement in Concor's 24-month Intern Development Programme upon graduation (recent cohorts started in February)
  • ✓ Practical on-site training for trainee engineers and quantity surveyors
  • ✓ Strong employment record: more than 90 bursars have completed their studies since 2011, all subsequently hired by Concor
  • ✓ Mentorship and career development within a Level 1 BEE construction group

Work Commitment

Bursars are placed into Concor's 24-month Intern Development Programme after graduating, providing structured workplace training and a pathway into permanent employment with the group.

How to Apply

Steps to complete your Concor (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house by the Concor Training Department via the Concor careers portal) bursary application

  1. 1

    Watch the Concor careers portal for the bursary opening (applications normally open around September/October each year)

  2. 2

    Register an account on the Concor careers portal

  3. 3

    Complete the online bursary application form

  4. 4

    Upload your latest academic transcripts and supporting documents

  5. 5

    Submit your CV and application before the closing date

  6. 6

    Attend an interview or assessment if shortlisted

Required Documents

  • 📄 Certified copy of South African ID
  • 📄 Latest university academic transcripts / record of results
  • 📄 Proof of registration at a recognised university or university of technology
  • 📄 Proof of household income (to demonstrate financial need)
  • 📄 Curriculum vitae (CV)
  • 📄 Motivational letter / cover letter

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Concor bursary cover?
The Concor bursary is a full bursary covering 100% of tuition fees for qualifying students, plus practical on-site training and a guaranteed place in Concor's 24-month Intern Development Programme after graduation.
Which fields of study does the Concor bursary fund?
Concor funds students in civil engineering, quantity surveying, mining engineering, building and construction management, mechanical engineering, land surveying and other built-environment and construction-industry fields.
What are the eligibility requirements for the Concor bursary?
You must be a South African citizen under 30 years of age, studying full-time at a recognised South African university or university of technology, have successfully completed all previous years of study (typically in your final year), and not hold any other bursary from another institution or company.
When does the Concor bursary close and how do I apply?
Applications normally open around September/October each year via the Concor careers portal, with the most recent dated listing closing on 31 October for the following year's final-year cohort. Apply by registering and submitting a CV and application through the careers portal. Confirm exact 2026/2027 cycle dates via the portal or [email protected] closer to the September opening.

When do 2027 applications open?

Concor (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house by the Concor Training Department via the Concor careers portal) has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.

The last recorded window closed on 31 October 2025. Treat that as a guide to timing only — confirm the 2027 dates with Concor (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house by the Concor Training Department via the Concor careers portal) before you rely on them.

Check Concor (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house by the Concor Training Department via the Concor careers portal)'s official site

Need help? Contact Concor (Pty) Ltd (administered in-house by the Concor Training Department via the Concor careers portal):

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 011 590 5500

Information verified 2025-10-31. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.

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