Southern Sphere Platinum Bursaries 2026 for Limpopo Mining Students
Southern Sphere Platinum offers bursaries for South African students in 2026. These bursaries target students from the Sekhukhune District in Limpopo who want to study fields linked to mining. If you meet the requirements, this could cover your tuition and more up to R200 000.
About Southern Sphere Platinum
Southern Sphere Platinum is a mining company. It explores and develops platinum group metals and chrome in the Steelpoort area. The company supports local communities by funding education in mining-related careers.
Fields of Study Covered
The Southern Sphere Platinum Bursaries 2026 support these study areas:
- Chemical Engineering
- Data Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Science, Environmental Management, Ecology, or Conservation Biology
- Geology
- Information Technology or Computer Science
- Legal
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Process Engineering
Students must pursue one of these fields at university.
Bursary Benefits
This bursary pays up to R200 000 per student. It covers:
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed textbooks
- Accommodation in a residence or approved housing
- Meal allowance
It does not pay for fees from past years.
Who Can Apply: Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Southern Sphere Platinum Bursaries 2026, you must:
- Be a South African citizen
- Live in the Sekhukhune District in Limpopo
- Study one of the listed fields
- Start your 2nd year of study in 2026
- Have at least 60% average from your 1st year
- Attend one of these universities: University of Limpopo, North-West University, University of the Witwatersrand, University of Johannesburg, or University of Pretoria
- Not hold another bursary
- Show financial need (this gets preference)
Documents Needed
Prepare these items for your application:
- A motivational letter
- Certified copy of your ID
- Matric certificate
- Full academic record from 1st year
- Proof of registration or acceptance at university
- Proof of residence in Sekhukhune District
Selection Process
Shortlisted applicants hear back within 21 days after the closing date. You may need to do psychometric tests or interviews.
How to Apply
The application closes on 6 April 2026 at 17:00. Email your documents to [email protected]. Use the subject line: “Southern Sphere Platinum Bursary 2026”.
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