Mbuyelo Coal Bursary

Fields of study

Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate degree studies, within these fields

• Electrical Engineering (BSc)
• Geology (BSc)
• Mechanical Engineering (BSc)
• Metallurgical Engineering (BSc)
• Mining Engineering (BSc)
• Survey

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate degree qualification in one of the fields listed above, in 2027
• Be accepted to study at a recognized and accredited university in South Africa
• Have a strong academic record
• Preference will be given to students who reside in Ga-nala, within the Emalahleni Local Municipality (Mpumalanga), however students outside of this area may also apply

What the bursary covers

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Proof of admission at a tertiary institution (on institutions letterhead)
• Full academic record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
• Proof of residence (certified by local authority or Municipality)

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
   Email [email protected]
4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around March. 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 Mbuyelo Coal

Mbuyelo Coal is a South African coal mining company with operations in Mpumalanga.