Harmony Gold Mining Company invites talented South African students to apply for the Harmony Bursary 2026. The closing date for applications is 10 October 2025.
About Harmony Gold Mining Company
Harmony Gold Mining Company was started in 1950. What began as a small mining lease has grown into one of the biggest gold mines in the world. The company owns mines in South Africa and Papua New Guinea and is listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, the Berlin Stock Exchange, and the New York Stock Exchange. Over 32,000 people work for Harmony, and the business spends a lot of money helping communities, schools, and future engineers and scientists. A big part of that support is the bursary and graduate training programmes that give students a chance to work with Harmony after they finish school.
About the Harmony Bursary Programme 2026
Harmony wants students who are hard‑working, curious, and ready to learn about mining and engineering. The 2026 bursaries give money for tuition, a mentor who knows the industry, and a potential job at one of the world’s leading gold companies once you finish your studies.
Fields of Study Covered
The bursaries for the 2026 academic year are available for the following majors:
- Electrical Engineering (only the heavy‑current track)
- Extractive Metallurgy
- Geology
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Survey and Planning
These subjects are essential to Harmony’s daily work and give you a solid path to a long career in the mine.
Selection and Shortlisting Process
Your application will be checked first for grades and then for how well you fit Harmony’s future needs.
If you do not hear back within 30 days after 10 October 2025, the program assumes your application was not selected.
Shortlisted students will be invited to:
- A personal interview
- A psychometric (personality) test
- A medical check and a security screening
The number of bursaries changes each year based on the company’s labor needs, so keep an eye on future announcements if you want another chance to apply.
Eligibility Requirements
The program is open to:
- South African citizens
- Students who are currently in or have finished Matric (high school)
- Those who plan to study full‑time in one of the listed majors at a public university in South Africa
- Students not studying at a TVET college or private school
Engineering students need:
- 60‑70 % in Mathematics (Level 5 or 6)
- 60‑70 % in Physical Science (Level 5 or 6)
- 60 % or higher in English (Level 5)
Applicants must not already have another bursary or sponsorship.
Priority is given to:
- Students in core mining fields
- Students from Harmony’s host communities or labor‑sending areas
- Dependents of Harmony employees
- Historically disadvantaged or disabled students (where the program’s physical requirements are met)
Required Documents
Send clear, certified copies of these documents with your application:
- A recent passport‑sized photo
- Certified copy of your South African ID
- Grade 11 final results and the latest Matric results (if you are still in school)
- Matric certificate (if you have finished)
- Complete academic record, including the latest university results (if you are studying)
- Acceptance or registration letter from your university, printed on official letterhead
- Proof of residence
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) – no longer than 3 pages
Missing or incomplete documents will mean your application is automatically disqualified.
How to Apply for the Harmony Bursary 2026
- Download the application form – “Harmony Bursary Application Form 2026.pdf.”
- Fill it out carefully – make sure every question has an answer.
- Email your completed form and all supporting documents to bursaryscheme@harmony.co.za.
- In the subject line write: “Harmony Bursary 2026.”
Applications after 10 October 2025 or with missing paperwork will not be considered.
Important Dates
- Closing date: 10 October 2025 – apply early to give your file the best chance of review.
Contact Details
If you have any questions about the bursary, contact:
- Name: Kitsi Taunyane
- Telephone: 018 700 3347
- Email: bursaryscheme@harmony.co.za
The Harmony Bursary South Africa 2026 is a chance to pay for your studies in mining, engineering, and science without the stress of tuition bills. Harmony invests in South African talent, so you could end up building a career in one of the world’s top gold producers. If you’re driven, academic, and ready to step into the mining world, don’t wait—send in your application before 10 October 2025 and start a bright, golden future.