Marula Bursary

Fields of study

• Chemical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Geology
• Human Resources
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgy Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Mining Survey

Who can apply

• Reside in a local community, in Limpopo province
• Have completed Matric with a university exemption pass
• Be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
• Be studying or intend on studying at one of the following universities in South Africa: University of Cape Town (UCT), University of Johannesburg (UJ), University of Pretoria (UP), University of North West in Potchefstroom (NWU), University of Witwatersrand (Wits), University of Limpopo (UL)
• Have achieved a minimum “C” symbol for English in Matric
• Have achieved a minimum “C” symbol for Physical Science Matric
• Have achieved a minimum “C” symbol for Mathematics in Matric
• Have achieved a minimum overall result of 60% in all subjects, if currently studying at university
• Have a valid medical certificate or be medically fit in order to obtain the certificate
• Be able to work under pressure
• Have leadership potential and be able to work within a team
• Have good problem solving skills
• Be able to make decisions and think logically
• Be self-motivated and have strong communication skills
• Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups, in line with the Employment Equity Act

What the bursary covers

• Registration fees
• Tuition fees
• Accommodation in residence
• Meals
• Cash allowance
• Mentorship support
• As well as a personal computer for second year students

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric certificate (certified copy)
• Full tertiary academic record, if currently studying (certified copy)
• Proof of university acceptance, if available
• Proof of residence

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

   See the provider's official website for the application form.

   Students who meet the above criteria, may apply by hand delivering the documents listed below, to the community desk/ Marula Stakeholder Department.

   Note: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary application – students need only submit the list of documents below to apply.

   Note: do NOT submit original documents, as they will not be returned. Only submit clear copies.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around January. 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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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About Marula

Marula is a platinum mine on the eastern limb of the Bushveld Complex in Limpopo, majority-owned by Implats.