Northern Coal Bursary

Fields of study

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following mining-sector related fields

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mining Engineering

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
• Be studying or intend on studying full-time towards a qualification within one of the Engineering fields listed above
• Be studying or registered to study at an accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
• Have a strong academic record
• Have achieved a minimum result of 60% in Mathematics and Science
• Be self-disciplined and energetic
• Have a positive and safe attitude
• Have problem-solving skills
• Be positive and committed to your own development and studies
• Have good communication skills
• Have a valid certificate of fitness or be able to obtain one, per the requirements of the Mine Health and Safety Act
• Preference will be given to students from local communities, in line with Northern Coal’s Employment Equity and Social & Labour Plan commitments, however students from other regions should also apply

Documents you will need

• Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Latest academic transcripts, if currently studying (certified copy)
• Proof of provisional acceptance or registration at a tertiary institution, if applicable
• Proof of residence (water/ lights account or a signed affidavit)
• Motivational letter to support your application (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)

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]Email [email protected]

   Students who meet the above criteria, may apply via email to: [email protected] (Insert the words “Northern Coal Bursary 2026” in the email subject line).

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

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around November. 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

• Phone 017 843 1424

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

About Northern Coal

Northern Coal is a coal mining company near Carolina in Mpumalanga.