Samancor Chrome is offering a bursary programme for the 2027 academic year aimed at supporting South African Grade 12 learners and university students pursuing careers in fields related to mining, engineering, geology, environmental management, and safety.
About the Bursary Programme
This bursary initiative covers multiple study fields including Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgical, and Mining Engineering, as well as Geology, Mine Surveying, Rock Engineering, Safety Management, and Environmental Management. The bursaries are intended to fund studies at recognised South African universities.
Who May Apply
The programme targets two main groups of applicants:
- Talented Grade 12 learners with provisional admission to a South African university for 2027 who plan to study one of the relevant disciplines.
- University students currently completing their first, second, or third year in the specified fields at recognised South African institutions.
Key Fields and Locations
Bursaries are available at Samancor Chrome operations in Limpopo and North West. Specific fields offered in these provinces include:
- Limpopo: Rock Engineering, Geology, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Electrical Engineering
- North West: Safety Management, Environmental Management, Geology, Mine Surveying, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Application Process
Applicants should apply exclusively through the official Samancor Chrome bursary recruitment portal. It is important to carefully select the bursary corresponding to your specific field of study and location to ensure your application is aligned with the correct opportunity.
Applications must include accurate and complete information along with any supporting documents required.
Access the application portal here: Apply for the Samancor Chrome Bursary Opportunities
Additional Guidance Before Applying
- Ensure you have provisional university admission if you are a Grade 12 learner.
- Research the career implications, qualification requirements, and study duration for your chosen field using reliable career and university comparison tools.
- Compare university programs for specific admission requirements such as Mathematics, Physical Sciences, and APS scores as these vary by institution.
- Consider applying for other bursaries concurrently to increase funding opportunities.
- TVET College students are generally not eligible unless explicitly stated in the bursary advertisement; however, technical courses related to mining can be explored through other pathways.
Important Considerations
This bursary programme supports specific academic pathways primarily targeted at university-level study in disciplines closely aligned with mining and related sectors. It aims to help develop skills essential for safe, efficient, and sustainable mining and mineral processing operations within South Africa.
Summary
The 2027 Samancor Chrome bursary programme presents valuable opportunities for prospective and current university students in engineering, mining, geology, and environmental and safety management fields based in Limpopo and North West. Prospective applicants should ensure they meet eligibility criteria and apply through the official portal before any closing deadlines specified in individual bursary adverts.
