Get a Free Education at Northam Booysendal Platinum Mine – Bursary 2026
If you’re a high school or university student in South Africa who dreams of a career in engineering, mining or finance, this is a chance you can’t miss. Northam Booysendal Platinum Mine is offering a bursary for the 2026 year that covers tuition fees and gives you a chance to learn and grow inside one of South Africa’s biggest platinum mines.
The bursary is open to students in Mashishing, Roossenekal and Steelpoort, but anyone who meets the rules can apply. You’ll get financial support for studies that are in high demand – this means you’ll be ready for a future job in a field where people are needed now.
What the Bursary Covers
Northam Booysendal Platinum is looking for students in the following subjects. There are only a few spots, so be sure to apply before the deadline.
| Subject | Bursary Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering | 1 |
| Finance | 1 |
| Geology | 1 |
| Mining Engineering | 2 |
| Metallurgical Engineering or Analytical Chemistry | 1 |
All applicants must be studying or planning to study at a recognised South African university or college.
Why Apply?
A bursary is not only money for tuition, it’s a chance to learn in a real work environment. You’ll receive training that will help you land a job after graduation and will give you a head‑start in a field that pays well.
The program is open to all students, regardless of background. Booysendal Platinum follows an equal‑opportunity policy so you can be sure the selection process is fair.
Eligibility Rules
You must satisfy every requirement to be considered.
You are a high school student or have finished high school.
- If you’re still in high school, you need at least 60 % in Mathematics and Physical Science, and 50 % in Language.
- If you are already in university, your average in your main subjects must be at least 60 %.
- For technical subjects (the engineering and geology fields) you still need 60 % in Mathematics & Physical Science, and 50 % in Language.
- For Finance, you need a minimum 60 % in Accounting and 50 % in Language.
You must be enrolled or accepted into a recognised South African tertiary institution.
You have to be motivated and ready to work hard.
We like to see more applicants from Mashishing, Roossenekal and Steelpoort, but everyone is welcome.
If you meet all these points, you can apply.
How to Apply
Send your application to
HRapplicationsBD@norplats.co.za.
The email address is the same for everyone, so just type it into your email client and click send.Include all the required documents.
- ID document (copy)
- Grade 11 final results and latest Matric results if you’re still in high school
- Matric certificate if you’ve finished high school
- Proof of university acceptance or registration
- Full academic record if you’re already a student
- A short CV that has a stamp from your community office
All documents must be certified copies where needed.
Write a clear, concise cover letter.
Tell the committee why you want to study in your chosen field and how the bursary will help you achieve your goals.Make sure everything is neat and legible.
A tidy application shows you care about this opportunity.
You can find a button that says Apply for the Northam Booysendal Platinum Mine Bursary 2026 on the website. Click it, fill out the form, and follow the steps to send your documents by email.
Application Deadline
Mark your calendar: 28 November 2025 is the last day to submit your application. After the deadline, the team will review all submissions. If you don’t hear back within three weeks, your application will be considered unsuccessful.
Get Answers
If you have questions or need help, you can reach out to the bursary team by email.
Email: HRapplicationsBD@norplats.co.za
Take this step today, and you could be on your way to a bright future in mining, engineering or finance, backed by a fully funded program from one of South Africa’s leading platinum mines. Good luck!