Valterra Platinum is inviting applications from eligible South African students for its 2026 Bursary Programme.

Closing Date: 21 August 2025
Location: South Africa
Fields of Study: Electrical Engineering, Information Management, Mechanical Engineering, Mine Survey (Geomatics)

Fields Covered by the Bursary

Bursaries will be awarded for studies towards the following qualifications:

• Electrical Engineering:
  • BEng Electrical Engineering
  • BSc (Eng) Electrical Engineering
• Information Management:
  • Bachelor of Information Technology (Information Systems) or similar
  • BCom specialising in Information Systems or similar
• Mine Survey (Geomatics):
  • Bachelor of Mine Surveying
• Mechanical Engineering:
  • BEng Mechanical Engineering
  • BSc (Eng) Mechanical Engineering

Expenses Covered

The bursary covers:

• Full tuition fees (up to Honours level)
• Accommodation in university residence
• Meals

Additional Benefits:

• Paid vacation work for practical experience
• Mentorship for academic and personal growth
• Work on real-world operational challenges
• Automatic entry into Valterra Platinum’s graduate programme after graduation

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be South African citizens
• Be in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of study at a recognised and accredited South African university
• Have a minimum overall average of 65%
• Show commitment to their field of study
• Preferably be from communities near Valterra Platinum’s operations in:
  • North West: Rustenburg
  • Limpopo: Polokwane, Thabazimbi, Burgersfort, Mokopane

Required Documents

Submit clear certified copies of:

• ID document
• Full academic record/transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Proof of residence (municipal account or tribal authority letter)

How to Apply

Apply online using the relevant link:

Applications must be submitted online at:
Valterra Platinum Bursary Application 2026: Electrical Engineering (Reference: REF73141J)

Valterra Platinum Bursary Application 2026: Information Management (Reference: REF73137N)

Valterra Platinum Bursary Application 2026: Mechanical Engineering (Reference: REF73131L)

Valterra Platinum Bursary Application 2026: Mine Survey (Geomatics) (Reference: REF73130B)