Key Facts
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
- Academic Year
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2027
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Enrolled towards a BSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Geology
- Demonstrated academic excellence
- Demonstrated financial need
- Committed to a career in the mining industry
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of South African ID
- Proof of registration at a recognised university
- Latest academic record or transcript
- Curriculum vitae
About Evander Gold Mining Bursary
The Evander Gold Mining Bursary is offered by Evander Mines, an underground gold mining operation in Mpumalanga operated by Pan African Resources, to academically strong South African students studying towards BSc qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Geology - disciplines central to the mine's underground operations.
Alongside financial support, recipients gain practical industry experience through vacation work placements at the mine during university holidays, giving them direct exposure to the mining environment ahead of graduation.
Funding Details
The bursary provides full cover for tuition fees, accommodation, meals, and prescribed textbooks, along with a monthly stipend. Recipients also gain vacation work placements at the mine during university holidays.
Where You Can Study
The bursary funds BSc study at South African universities offering accredited qualifications in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Geology; it is not limited to a single named institution.
About Evander Gold Mining
Evander Gold Mine, commonly known as Evander Mines, is an underground gold mining operation located near Evander in Mpumalanga, South Africa. It has been operated by Pan African Resources, a JSE- and LSE-listed mid-tier …
View full provider profile →Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
- South African citizens
- Applicants enrolled in, or intending to enrol in, a BSc in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Geology
- Applicants who can demonstrate academic excellence and financial need
- Applicants committed to pursuing a career in the mining industry
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which fields of study does this bursary fund?
BSc study in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Geology.
What does the bursary cover?
Tuition, accommodation, meals, prescribed textbooks, and a monthly stipend.
Will I get work experience?
Yes - recipients gain vacation work placements at Evander Mines during university holidays.
How do I apply?
Email your CV, academic record, South African ID copy, and proof of registration to sibulelo.madlolo@emines.co.za before the closing date.
Do I need to commit to working at Evander Mines afterwards?
Applicants are expected to be committed to a career in the mining industry, though the exact terms of any post-study service obligation are confirmed directly through the application process.
