2027 Bursary Applications For Persons Employed Within The Mining And Minerals Sector Now Open
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Collected on 19 October 2026
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2027 MQA bursary for employed persons in the mining and minerals sector
A bursary for South African citizens already employed in the mining and minerals sector who want to study a relevant qualification in 2027. It covers tuition and book allowances only, for qualifications at TVET colleges, universities and universities of technology. Applications are made online.
- Who it is for
- South African citizens presently employed within the mining and minerals sector
- How to act on it
- Apply online through the MQA SIMS bursary application portal.
- Closes
- 19 November 2026
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The application period will open from 19 October 2026 and closes on 19 November 2026 . Application link: https://sims.mqa.org.za/bursaryApplicationSocioEcoSelect
Who can apply
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- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be presently employed within the mining and minerals sector
- Must not be on an MQA funded Internship Programme or Work Experience (P1/P2) Programme
Key Takeaways
- 200 bursaries for employed persons
- Application window 19 October to 19 November 2026
- Online application via MQA SIMS portal
- Covers tuition and book allowances only
- Results by 15 December 2026
- Mining Qualifications Authority
- Skills Development Act No. 97 of 1998
Dates
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19 November 2026