Implats Bursary

Offered by Implats

Closed Usually closes around August

The Implats Bursary helps Matric learners with strong Grade 11 results in English, Maths and Physical Science start degrees in chemical or metallurgical engineering, chemistry, electrical engineering or mechanical engineering.

Fields of study

Bursaries will be awarded for degree studies within the following fields

  • Chemical Engineering / Metallurgical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Electrical Engineering (preferably Heavy Current)
  • Mechanical Engineering

Who can apply

  • Be a South African citizen
  • Be currently in Matric
  • Intend on studying towards a degree qualification (NQF level 7), within one of the fields of study listed above
  • Have achieved a minimum result of 60% / level 5 for English in Grade 11
  • Have achieved a minimum result of 60% / level 5 for Physical Science in Grade 11
  • Have achieved a minimum result of 60% / level 5 for Mathematics in Grade 11
  • Preference will be given to students from Eastern Ekurhuleni, Ward 72 and schools surrounding the operation

What the bursary covers

  • Tuition fees
  • Accommodation
  • Study materials
  • Vacation work at the company may be required during university holidays.

What a work-back bursary means

Documents you will need

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Grade 11 final results
  • Conditional acceptance letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of Residence (e.g. parents’ municipality account/ bank letter etc)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

  1. Check the requirements

    Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

  2. Prepare your documents

    Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

  3. Apply through the official channel
    Implats Bursary Application 2027

    Applications must be submitted online at: Implats Bursary Application 2027

  4. Submit before the closing date

    Usually closes around August. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

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About Implats

Impala Platinum (Implats) is one of the world's largest producers of platinum group metals, with mines in Rustenburg and Zimbabwe.

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