Imagine having your tuition, textbooks, meals and even a laptop covered, so you can focus on your studies and future career. That’s exactly what the Glencore Coal South Africa Bursary Programme offers to students in South Africa. Glencore Bursary is now open, but the deadline is fast – 7 March 2026. If you’re in your first or second year of a degree in the right field, this could be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.
What Is the Glencore Bursary?
Glencore, a global natural‑resource company, runs a bursary to support future professionals in three niche yet vital fields:
- Industrial Psychology
- Occupational Hygiene
- Rock Engineering
The bursary pays for registration fees, tuition, prescribed textbooks, meals, accommodation, and a personal computer if your university requires one.
Who Should Apply? – Eligibility Checklist
To be considered, you must meet all of the following:
- Have finished Matric.
- Be studying or plan to study an undergraduate degree in one of the three fields above.
- Be entering your 1st or 2nd year of study in 2026.
- Have achieved at least Level 6 in both English and Mathematics.
- Be enrolled at a recognised and accredited South African tertiary institution.
- Not be receiving any other bursary funding.
Missing any of these points could disqualify you, so check carefully.
What You Gain
Beyond the money, this bursary gives you:
- Financial freedom to focus on learning rather than bills.
- Access to industry‑relevant support – you’ll be studied by professionals from a leading global company.
- Potential networking and internship pathways that could lead to future employment.
- Recognition in your field, which can boost your résumé and confidence.
How to Apply – Step‑by‑Step
- Choose your field of study and click the corresponding link below:
- Fill in the online application form.
- Upload certified copies of:
- South African ID
- Matric certificate
- Latest academic transcripts (if you’re already studying)
- Review your application for accuracy.
- Submit before the deadline – 7 March 2026.
Apply for Industrial Psychology here: Glencore Bursary Application 2026: Industrial Psychology
Apply for Occupational Hygiene here: Glencore Bursary Application 2026: Occupational Hygiene
Apply for Rock Engineering here: Glencore Bursary Application 2026: Rock Engineering
Tips to Boost Your Chances
Many applicants struggle with incomplete or poorly presented documents. From experience, most successful candidates:
- Submit their documents in clear, certified copies.
- Proofread their application to avoid typos.
- Apply well before the 7 March deadline to give time for any technical issues.
- Keep a copy of every submitted file for their records.
- Prepare for possible assessments and interviews – be ready to discuss why you chose your field and how you plan to use the knowledge.
Ready to Take the Leap?
The Glencore Bursary South Africa 2026 is a chance to study without financial pressure and to step into a career with a global leader. Don’t wait – submit your application today, and turn your ambition into reality. Good luck!
