The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) is facilitating full time bursaries for the academic year 2024. The bursary is targeting eligible South African scholars from disadvantaged social backgrounds currently doing or have completed grade 12.

Fields of study:

The bursary recipients should be studying towards mining or energy related fields preferably in the following disciplines:

• Bachelor of Science (Physics and Chemistry)
• Chemical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current)
• Electro-Mechanical/ Mechatronics Engineering
• Environmental Health and Management
• Geology
• Industrial Engineering
• Materials Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering (Extractive)
• Mining Engineering
• Mining Survey
• Nuclear Engineering
• Rock Engineering
• or related fields of study

Eligibility Criteria:

Before applying, ensure that you meet all the criteria mentioned below:

• South African Citizen: You must be a citizen of South Africa.
• Educational Background: Currently in Matric or have completed Matric with a minimum of level 6 in pure Mathematics and Science.
• Field of Study: Intending to study or currently studying full-time in one of the listed fields at a University or University of Technology in South Africa.
• Financial Need: Must demonstrate financial need.
• Social Background: From a disadvantaged social background, preferably from a rural area.
• Employment Status: Currently unemployed.