Tlotlego Smiles Foundation Bursary

Fields of study

• Chemical Engineering / Metallurgy
• Electrical Engineering – Heavy Current
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mine Survey

Who can apply

• Be a South Africa citizen
• Be between 18 and 35 years old
• Reside within the John Taolo Gaetsewe (JTG) District, in the Northern Cape province
• Have completed Matric
• Be studying full-time, towards a qualification within one of the Engineering or Mining-related fields of study listed above
• Be studying at a recognised and accredited University or University of Technology in South Africa
• Have a strong academic record, with a minimum average “B” symbol and pass mark for all subjects
• Not be receiving any other bursary funding or financial aid
• Preference may be given to 1st year students

Documents you will need

• ID Document (certified copy)
• Recent academic record, including record of years of completed study, if applicable
• Proof of university registration
• Proof of residential address
• Updated CV

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
   Tlotlego Smiles Foundation Bursary Application 2027

   Applications must be submitted online at: Tlotlego Smiles Foundation 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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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]

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About Tlotlego Smiles Foundation

The Tlotlego Smiles Foundation supports young people from disadvantaged communities in the Northern Cape.