CHS Developments Bursary 2026: Requirements and How to Apply

South African students with a passion for construction can look towards the CHS Developments Bursary for financial assistance.

Offered by CHS Developments, a construction company, this bursary aims to support deserving individuals pursuing careers in the built environment. 

About the Bursary

CHS Developments is a broad-based BEE infrastructure and consultancy company established in 1997. 

The bursary is offered as part of the company’s empowerment and development initiatives, aiming to support talented young individuals in construction-related fields.

Fields of Study Funded

This bursary is available for full-time study towards a National Diploma (ND) or Bachelor of Technology (BTech) in the Building Environment industry, specifically:

• Construction Management
• Civil Engineering
• Quantity Surveying

Benefits for Recipients

The bursary covers:

• Registration fees
• Tuition fees
• Prescribed textbooks

Eligibility Criteria

You must meet all the following requirements:

1. Be a South African citizen
2. Be in Matric, or have completed Matric
3. Be studying or intending to study full-time in one of the funded fields at an accredited South African tertiary institution (preferably in KwaZulu-Natal)
4. Be willing to work at CHS Developments during vacation periods and after your studies
5. Preference given to individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, students with disabilities, and those aged 16 to 25 years

How to Apply

1. Download and complete the official CHS Developments Bursary Application Form.
2. Attach certified copies of the required documents (see below).
3. Submit your application either by:
   • Email to: vuyol@chsdevelopments.co.za, with subject line “Bursary Application”
   • Post to: PO Box 20284, Durban North, 4016

Required Documents

Include the following certified copies with your application:

1. South African ID or birth certificate
2. Matric certificate or current mid-year results
3. Latest tertiary academic results (if applicable)
4. Acceptance letter or registration proof with an accredited institution
5. Parents’ or guardian’s income proof (e.g., payslips; affidavits or death certificate if applicable)
6. Proof of disability (if applicable)
7. Proof of residential address

Closing Date

Applications for the 2026 bursary have not been disclosed.

Contact Details

For inquiries, contact:

• Contact Person: Vuyo Mbewa
• Tel: 031 266 3405