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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Final transcript or pass rate of 60% or above for all subjects in the previous year of study
- Studying, or accepted to study, toward a BSc or BEng Tech in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Geology
- Studying at a recognised South African tertiary institution
- Able to provide a valid medical fitness certificate and clean security clearance within 21 days of accepting the offer
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of your South African ID document
- Matric results
- Academic transcript
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
About Barberton Mines Bursary
Barberton Mines funds bursaries for students pursuing Mining, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or Geology, at its Fairview, Sheba, and New Consort underground gold mines in Mpumalanga. Owned by Pan African Resources, the complex has been operating for more than 130 years and still produces around 80,000 ounces of gold annually, giving the company a genuine need for a steady stream of technically skilled graduates.
Because Barberton's operations run deep underground on some of the highest-grade gold deposits in the country, safety and technical competence matter enormously - successful bursars need to pass both a medical fitness assessment and a security clearance before their offer is confirmed.
Funding Details
Full financial details aren't published upfront, but recipients get practical vacation work at the Barberton complex during university term breaks, giving them real underground mining exposure well before they graduate.
Where You Can Study
You need to be studying, or accepted to study, at a recognised tertiary institution in South Africa. Barberton Mines works with a set of preferred institutions for these qualifications, so confirm your specific university and course meet the current requirements before applying.
About Barberton Mines
Barberton Mines is a gold mining operation in Mpumalanga, made up of three underground mines - Fairview, Sheba, and New Consort - that together have been in continuous operation for more than 130 years. The complex is wh…
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You need to be a South African citizen with a final academic transcript or pass rate of 60% or above for all subjects in your previous year of study, studying or accepted to study toward a BSc or BEng Tech in Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Geology.
Because the mines operate around the clock, successful applicants must also be prepared to provide a valid medical fitness certificate and a clean security clearance certificate within 21 days of accepting the bursary offer.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
Applications for this cycle have closed. Check the provider's site for the next intake.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which fields does the Barberton Mines Bursary cover?
Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Geology.
What marks do I need?
A final transcript or pass rate of 60% or above for all subjects in your previous year of study.
Is there a medical or security requirement?
Yes - successful applicants must provide a valid medical fitness certificate and a clean security clearance certificate within 21 days of accepting the bursary.
Which company owns Barberton Mines?
Pan African Resources, a JSE and LSE-listed gold producer.
Does the bursary include practical experience?
Yes - recipients get vacation work at the Barberton complex during university term breaks.
How do I apply?
Online, quoting reference number 2027BO2026, with your ID, Matric results, transcript, and CV.
When do applications close?
31 August 2026.
How long has Barberton Mines been operating?
Over 130 years, across its Fairview, Sheba, and New Consort underground mines.
