The Exxaro Bursary is offered by Exxaro Resources Limited – a minerals and coal mining company listed with the JSE. Previously called Kumba Resources, Exxaro has global operations in Africa, Europe, Australia and Asia.
Since its unbundling in 2006, Exxaro has continued to demonstrate its commitment to the development of countries in which it does business. In South Africa, the company has its head office located in Pretoria.
What Is The Exxaro Bursary?
The Exxaro Bursary is a financial aid scheme which provides funding for engineering and mining careers. It caters for expenses incurred by its bursary recipients during the period of their studies. The bursary programme covers tuition, books, accommodation and may include some allowances.
More About Exxaro Bursary Programme – Fields of Study
In order for your 2025 academic year application for funding to be successful, you must be pursuing one of these qualifications:
- BEng in Electrical Engineering
- BEng in Mechanical Engineering
- BSc in Mining Engineering
- Bachelors Degree in Mine Surveying
- BEng in Civil Engineering
- BEng in Industrial Engineering
- BEng in Metallurgical Engineering
Eligibility Requirements for the Exxaro Bursary
If you wish to have your funding application considered, you must meet the following criteria:
- Applicants must be South African citizens
- Only full-time applicants can apply
- Applicants must undertake studies in a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
- Industrial Engineering applicants: must be studying towards a BEng Industrial Engineering degree and registered for the 2nd year of study in 2025
- Civil Engineering applicants: must be pursuing a BEng Civil Engineering degree and registered for the 2nd year of study in 2025
- Electrical Engineering applicants: must be studying towards a BEng Electrical Engineering degree and registered for the 2nd year of study in 2025
- Mining Engineering applicants: must be pursuing a BSc Mining Engineering degree and registered for the 2nd or 4th/final year of study in 2025
- Mechanical Engineering applicants: must be pursuing a BEng Mechanical Engineering degree and registered for the 2nd or 3rd year of study in 2025
- Metallurgical Engineering applicants: must be pursuing a BEng Metallurgy degree and registered for the 2nd or 4th/final year of study in 2025
- Mine Surveying applicants: must be entering their 1st year of B Mine Surveying degree in 2025 and willing to continue with Hons
Application Process
All applications must be submitted online via Exxaro Bursary Application 2025 official page.
Required Supporting Documents
Your application must be accompanied by the following supporting documents:
- Your updated CV
- Certified copy of your ID document
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate
- Full academic performance record/ transcripts (on university letterhead)
Closing Date
31 October 2024
*Please note:
- Only South African citizens may apply for this bursary.
- Ensure all required documents are included with your application. Incomplete submissions will result in disqualification.
- Late applications will not be considered, so submit your application before the closing date.
This article was last updated in November 2025.
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