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VBKOM Bursary

Offered by VBKOM

Closed Usually closes around January

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The VBKOM Bursary supports geology, industrial engineering, metallurgy and mining engineering students from second year onwards who average 60% or more.

Fields of study

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields

  • Geology
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Metallurgy
  • Mining Engineering

Who can apply

  • Be South African citizen
  • Have completed Matric
  • Be studying towards a qualification within one of the fields listed above
  • Be in your 2nd or higher year of study
  • Have achieved a minimum overall average of 60%
  • Be hard-working and inquisitive

What the bursary covers

  • Registration fees
  • Tuition fees
  • Accommodation
  • Vacation work at the company may be required during university holidays.
  • Funding is renewed each year if you meet the academic requirements.

What a work-back bursary means

Documents you will need

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Full academic record/ transcripts (on institutions letterhead)
  • Tuition or Accommodation Fees Statement

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
    VBKOM Bursary Application 2025Email [email protected]

    Students must follow these steps to apply: Step 1: Complete the VBKOM Bursary Application 2025

  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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About VBKOM

VBKOM is a mining consultancy founded in 2008 by five mining engineers, serving African and international clients.

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