Royal Bafokeng Platinum Bursary

Key Facts

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Provider: Royal Bafokeng Platinum
Field of Study: Engineering

Mining
Study Level: Matric

Undergraduate
Academic Year: 2027

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Implats careers (RBPlat's successor company after the 2023 acquisition)

Eligibility Requirements

South African citizen
Matric completed or in progress, with strong academic performance
Minimum 60% in Mathematics, Physical Science and English
Enrolled, or planning to enrol, full-time in a core mining discipline at a recognised South African institution
Clear credit and criminal record
Able to provide medical fitness certification

Documents Needed

Certified copy of South African ID document
Certified Matric certificate or latest academic record
Proof of acceptance or registration at a tertiary institution
Proof of residence

About Royal Bafokeng Platinum Bursary

The Royal Bafokeng Platinum Bursary was historically funded by Royal Bafokeng Platinum (RBPlat), a platinum group metals producer operating near Rustenburg in North West province. RBPlat was acquired by Impala Platinum Holdings (Implats) in 2023 and delisted from the JSE, continuing operations as "Impala Bafokeng." No RBPlat-branded bursary programme could be confirmed as currently active - bursary funding for the area is now administered through Implats' own broader bursary programmes.

As last confirmed, the programme supported core mining disciplines - including electrical and mechanical engineering, geology, metallurgy, mining engineering and mine survey - with preference given to students connected to the Royal Bafokeng Nation and greater Rustenburg communities.

Funding Details

Specific monetary coverage was not published in the last confirmed version of this programme. As last documented, RBPlat bursary recipients were required to maintain clear credit and criminal records and provide medical fitness certification, consistent with mining-industry bursary requirements. Given the 2023 change in ownership, applicants should confirm current benefits directly with Implats rather than relying on RBPlat's historical terms.

Where You Can Study

Recognised, accredited South African universities and universities of technology offering qualifications in core mining disciplines.

About Royal Bafokeng Platinum

Royal Bafokeng Platinum (RBPlat) was a South African platinum group metals producer operating mines near Rustenburg in the North West province, historically linked to Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH), the investment company…

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Fields of Study & Who Can Apply

South African citizens who are in, or have completed, Matric
Studying full-time towards a qualification in a core mining discipline (engineering, geology, metallurgy, mining engineering or mine survey) at a recognised South African tertiary institution
A minimum of 60% in Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy), Physical Science and English
Preference historically given to applicants connected to the Royal Bafokeng Nation and greater Rustenburg communities

Application Procedure

Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.

Implats careers (RBPlat's successor company after the 2023 acquisition)

Last verified:

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 - 12:00

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Royal Bafokeng Platinum still run its own bursary programme?

Not as a standalone brand. RBPlat was acquired by Impala Platinum Holdings (Implats) and delisted from the JSE in September 2023, continuing operations as "Impala Bafokeng." No current RBPlat-branded bursary could be confirmed - bursary funding for the area is now handled through Implats' own bursary programmes.

Why are there no application dates listed here?

The last confirmed RBPlat bursary listing had a closing date of 12 September 2023, which has long since passed, and no replacement RBPlat-specific cycle has been confirmed. Rather than show an outdated or unverified date, this listing leaves the dates blank.

What fields of study did the programme support?

Core mining disciplines: electrical and mechanical engineering, geology, metallurgy, mining engineering and mine survey.

Is there a location or community preference?

Yes - preference was historically given to applicants connected to the Royal Bafokeng Nation and the greater Rustenburg area in North West province.

Who should I contact to check current bursary options?

Contact Implats directly, as the company that now operates the former RBPlat mines, to confirm whether a bursary pathway relevant to the Rustenburg/Bafokeng area is currently open.