If you are a dedicated student pursuing a career in the mining industry, the Seriti Bursary could be your gateway to success. The aim of the bursary is to empower South African youth by providing financial support for higher education at accredited institutions. This bursary opportunity stands out as a valuable investment in both personal growth and the mining industry.
Fields of Study Covered by the Seriti Bursary
Seriti bursary programme is more than just financial aid—it aims to build a skilled workforce ready to tackle real-world challenges in mining and metals sectors. It targets students in mainstream South African universities or universities of technology, ensuring they gain qualifications relevant to the sector.
Bursaries for the 2026 academic year are offered in the following fields:
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Geology
- Mine Surveying
- Mining Engineering
- Ventilation and Occupational Hygiene Engineering (VOHE)
Eligibility Criteria – Who Should Apply?
Below is the list of requirements you must meet to qualify for the bursary:
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must be preferebly from communities near Seriti’s operations.
- Currently enrolled in a degree or diploma (NQF7 level) in one of the listed fields, entering your 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of study in 2026. For Geology or Environmental fields, Honours students are also welcome.
- Maintain average performance of over 60%.
- First-year students.
- Full-time study is mandatory.
- Students in bridging or foundation programs, or individuals already receiving funding from another bursary or sponsorship are not eligible.
Seriti Bursary Value & Benefits
Securing a Seriti bursary means comprehensive support to help you focus on your studies without financial stress. For the 2026 academic year, the package includes:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Books allowance
- Living allowance
- A one-time laptop allowance
Bursary recipients are expected to participate in vacation work during holidays. This provides hands-on experience in Seriti’s operations. Additionally, recipients who complete studies in time must work-back the number of year equal to those they received funding.
How To Apply?
Apply now via the official Seriti Bursary Application 2026 page. Make sure you use “VAR121/25GS” as the reference.
Your application must be accompanied by these documents:
- A concise CV
- Your ID copy
- Relevant qualifications
- Latest academic records or results
- Official proof of university registration or acceptance letter for 2026 and
- Proof of residence
NB: Apply via Google Chrome to handle document uploads smoothly.
Closing Date
22 December 2025.
Apply now before the closing date – late submission will result in your disqualification.
This bursary article was last updated in December 2025.
Bursary Contact Information
If you encounter problems while applying for this opportunity, please contact Seriti via:
- Phone number: 011 047 7000
- Email: info@seritiza.com
- Contact page: https://seritiza.com/contact/