MQA Bursary

Fields of study

University and University of Technology studies

• Analytical Chemistry
• Chemical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electro-Mechanical Engineering
• Environmental Health and Management
• Environmental Science
• Geology
• Industrial Engineering
• Jewellery Design and Manufacturing
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Mine Surveying
• Mining Engineering
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Occupational Hygiene
• Occupational Medicine
• Operations Management
• Quality Management
• Boilermaker
• Bricklayer
• Carpenter and Joiner
• Electrician
• Fitter and Turner
• Fitting (including Machinery)
• Instrumentation Mechanic
• Mechanical Fitter
• Mechanic including automotive mechanic
• Mechatronics
• Millwright
• Motor Mechanic (Diesel)
• Pipe Fitter
• Plumber
• Rigger Ropesman
• Welder

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 qualification, in one of the aforementioned fields of study (postgraduate studies will NOT be funded)
• Be studying or intend on studying at a public University, University of Technology or TVET College in South Africa
• Be unemployed and must remain unemployed throughout your studies
• Be in financial need, with a combined household income of not more than R600 000 per annum (this will be verified by MQA)
• Preference will be given to the following applicants/ students: Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDI), females, those with disabilities, living in rural communities, applied to study at their local tertiary institutions, strong academic record, studying occupations in line with MQA Sectoral Priority Occupations Interventions (SPOI) list

Employed bursary

• Be a South African citizen
• Be currently employed within the mining and minerals sector
• Intend on pursuing studies for a qualification relevant to the mining related sector
• Be studying or intend on studying at a public University, University of Technology or TVET College in South Africa
• Not be currently on an MQA funded Internship Programme or a Work Experience (P1/P2) Programme
• Preference will be given to the following applicants/ students: Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDI), females, those with disabilities, living in rural communities, applied to study at their local tertiary institutions, strong academic record, studying occupations in line with MQA Sectoral Priority Occupations Interventions (SPOI) list

What the bursary covers

• Please regard your application as unsuccessful

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Grade 11 final report or Matric mid-year report, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
• Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
• Proof of acceptance at a University, University of Technology or TVET College for 2026, if available
• Full tertiary academic record, if currently studying (on institutions letterhead)
• Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, affidavit if not in contact with 1 or more parent, proof of SASSA payment if applicable, death certificate if deceased)

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
   MQA Bursary Application 2026

   Applications must be submitted online at: MQA Bursary Application 2026

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around July. 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]
• Email [email protected]
• Email [email protected]
• Email [email protected]
• Phone 011 547 5705
• Phone 011 547 2654
• Phone 011 547 2755
• Phone 011 547 2625

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

About MQA

The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is the SETA for South Africa's mining and minerals sector.