MQA Bursary 2023/2024 | How to Apply

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Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA): Bursary 2023

The MQA would like to invite learners who are presently in Grade 12 or already studying at a public university, university of technology, or a TVET college to apply for an MQA bursary for the 2023 academic year.

A total of 1 000 bursary opportunities will be available for the 2023 academic year and for those that commenced with their studies in the second semester of the 2021 academic year.

Applicants must be South African citizens.

For Universities and universities of technology:

Only the following Fields of study are funded:

• Metallurgical Engineering
• Analytical Chemistry
• Jewellery Design Manufacturing
• Electro-Mechanical Engineering
• Geology
• Industrial Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Occupational Health and Safety
• Mechanical Engineering
• Occupational Hygiene
• Mine Surveying
• Occupational Medicine
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Environmental Health and Management

For TVET colleges:

Only the following Fields of study are funded:

• Boilermaker
• Fitting (including Machinery)
• Motor Mechanic (Diesel)
• Instrumentation Mechanic
• Electrician
• Millwright
• Fitter and Turner
• Rigger Ropes man

Note: This bursary is not available for students pursuing post-graduate studies.

The bursary will cover:

• Tuition and allowances for accommodation,
• Books
• Meals.

Preference will be given to the following aspects in the selection of candidates:

• HDI’s applicants;
• Financially needy applicants – with a combined income of not more than R600 000 per annum;
• Female applicants;
• Applicants living in rural communities;
• Applicants who have applied to study at their local tertiary institutions;
• Good academic performance.