Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) invites South African students to apply for the 2024 Bursary Programme

1000 bursaries will be awarded to Unemployed Learners, for studies within the following fields:

University and University of Technology students:

• Analytical Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electro-Mechanical Engineering
• Environmental Health and Management
• Geology
• Industrial Engineering
• Jewellery Design and Manufacturing
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Mine Survey
• Mining Engineering
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Occupational Hygiene
• Occupational Medicine
• Operations Management
• Quality Management

Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College students:

• Boilermaker
• Electrician
• Fitter and Turner
• Fitting (including Machinery)
• Instrumentation Mechanic
• Millwright
• Motor Mechanic (Diesel)
• Rigger Ropes Man

Note: MQA may also fund other qualifications which are necessary for the mining and minerals sector.

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, book allowance, accommodation allowance and a meal allowance.

Requirements

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:

• You must be a South African citizen
• You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards an Undergraduate qualification, in one of the aforementioned fields of study (postgraduate studies will NOT be funded)
• You must be studying or intend on studying at a public University, University of Technology or TVET College in South Africa
• You must be unemployed and must remain unemployed throughout your studies

Preference will be given to:

• Female candidates
• Students who live in rural communities
• Students who have applied to study at a local tertiary institution
• Students in financial need (with a total household income of less than R600 000 per year)
• Students with a strong academic record
• Historically Disadvantaged Individuals