Glencore Coal SA Mining Engineering Bursary 2027

Glencore Coal South Africa offers a bursary for students pursuing Mining Engineering, supporting both first-year university students and those in their first or second year. The programme covers tuition fees, meals, accommodation, prescribed textbooks, travel allowances, and a personal allowance, along with costs for required excursions or seminars. Preference is given to applicants from the local communities where Glencore’s operations are located, and applicants already supported by another organisation will be disqualified.⁠​​​​‌​‌​​​‌​​​‌​‌​‌‌​​‌‌​​​‌‌​​‌⁠

Eligibility requires a Grade 12 Certificate (for first-year applicants) or a latest academic transcript (for university students), along with an average year mark of 60% or above. Shortlisted candidates must pass assessments and interviews.

What it offers

• Fully funded bursary covering tuition, meals, accommodation, textbooks, travel allowances, and personal expenses.
• Support for compulsory excursions or seminars.

Who can apply

Applicants must be studying or planning to study Mining Engineering at a recognised university in South Africa. Preference is given to those from the local communities where Glencore Coal SA operates. Applicants already receiving financial support from another organisation are ineligible.

What you'll do

The bursary provides financial support to cover essential educational expenses while students engage in their academic and professional development within the mining engineering field.

How to apply

1. Submit a comprehensive CV with your Grade 12 Certificate (if applicable) or latest academic transcript.
2. Ensure all supporting documents are included.

Good to know

• Applications close on 30 October 2026.
• Shortlisted candidates will undergo assessments and interviews.
• Preference is given to applicants from local communities where Glencore’s operations are located.