Exxaro offers bursaries only to candidates currently in GR 12 (or to recently matriculated candidates) who will commence with first year studies in the next academic year.
The selection process occurs annually with the support of the Exxaro Community Development Practitioners at all Exxaro Business Units.
Bursaries Fields of Study
Exxaro bursaries are offered to students who intend pursuing tertiary education towards the following qualifications:
B Eng/BSc Degrees
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering (heavy current)
Chemical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Metallurgical Engineering
Mining Engineering
Geology
Diploma / B Tech at University of Johannesburg in
Mining
Mining Surveying
Exxaro Bursary Value
The comprehensive bursary will cover tuition & book fees, and allowances for residence & meals.
Practical work for bursary holders as prescribed by the institution of study.
Professional-in Training programme after completion of studies.
Exciting career prospects.
Who Qualifies
B Eng / BSc Degree courses
A minimum level 6 for Maths & Science, English minimum Level 5
Diploma courses:
A minimum level 5 for Maths, Science & English
Current Gr. 12 learners will be evaluated on their Gr. 11 final results.
Recently matriculated applicants will be evaluated based on Gr.12 final results.
Applicants should apply for one discipline only.
Applicants should be in compliance with the minimum entry requirements as prescribed by the relevant universities.
Bursary opportunities are only available to South African Citizens.
Nominated applicants will need to go through a selection process (Including psychometric assessment & medical examination).
Successful candidates should be willing to be placed at any of the operations of Exxaro on completion of studies (Bursars only).
HOW TO APPLY:
Complete an Exxaro application form.
Attach your latest final, official school result and a certified copy of your ID.
Provide these documents to an Exxaro representative at the Exxaro Business Unit nearest to you. (See contacts below)
Closing date 30 April
EXXARO CREATES MORE OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE BSc 4 YEAR PROGRAMME
If you’ve recently passed or are busy with your Grade 12 and you’re from a historically disadvantaged background, the Exxaro BSc 4 year programme is for you.
WHAT IS THE DEAL WITH THE EXXARO BSc 4 YEAR PROGRAMME
The programme is hosted by the University of Pretoria from January to November each year.
The development programme can help to prepare the student to compete on merit for a bursary.
Thus, after successful completion of the first year of this programme, candidates may be considered for an Exxaro Bursary to study a degree or diploma course.
This all inclusive sponsorship for one year (1) covers tuition, book, accommodation, meals fees and contributes towards miscellaneous expenses.
How To Apply
Complete an Exxaro application form.
Attach your latest final, official school result and a certified copy of your ID.
Provide these documents to an Exxaro representative at the Exxaro Business Unit nearest to you.
Closing date 30 April