Southern Sphere Platinum Bursary

Fields of study

• Chemical Engineering
• Data Science
• Electrical Engineering
• Environmental Science / Environmental Management / Ecology / Conservation Biology
• Geology
• Information Technology / Computer Science
• Legal
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Process Engineering

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Reside within the local communities in the Sekhukhune District, in Limpopo province
• Be studying towards a qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
• Be enrolled for your 2nd year of study in 2026
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% across all your 1st year subjects
• Be studying at one of the following universities in South Africa: University of Limpopo, North-West University, University of the Witwatersrand, University of Johannesburg, University of Pretoria
• Not be receiving any other bursary awards
• Preference will be given to students demonstrating financial need

What the bursary covers

• (up to a maximum amount of R200 000 per student): tuition fees
• Prescribed textbooks
• Accommodation (in university residence or approved accommodation)
• A meal allowance

Value mentioned: R200 000

Documents you will need

• Cover note/ motivational letter stating why you should be considered for the bursary
• ID document (certified copy)
• Full academic record of 1st year of studies
• Proof of university acceptance or registration
• Proof of reside in Sekhukhune District

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 “Southern Sphere Platinum 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 April. 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 Southern Sphere Platinum

Southern Sphere Platinum is a PGM and chrome exploration and mine development company in the Steelpoort area of Limpopo.