Assmang Manganese Bursary South Africa 2025

Assmang (Associated Manganese Mines of South Africa, Ltd) is a top manganese mining company in South Africa.

They operate the Black Rock Mine Operations, one of the country’s largest manganese reserves.

Assmang is committed to not only being an industry leader but also investing in the future of the South African mining and engineering sectors.

Through the bursary program, they offer financial support and opportunities for talented students to gain the qualifications and skills required for successful careers in these fields.

About the Assmang Manganese Bursary

The Assmang Manganese Bursary is a merit-based bursary program open to South African citizens.

The bursary provides financial support for full-time studies towards Bachelor of Technology, Advanced Diploma, or Bachelor of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Mine Surveying, and Occupational Hygiene.

The bursary covers the following expenses:

  1. Tuition fees
  2. Prescribed books
  3. Laptop
  4. Accommodation

The specific contractual obligations of the bursary will be discussed with the successful applicant upon their appointment.

Assmang Manganese Bursary Eligibility Criteria

It’s important to carefully review these criteria before applying.

Applications that do not meet all the requirements will not be considered.

Current Matric Students

  1. South African citizen
  2. Between 18 and 35 years old
  3. Currently enrolled in Matric
  4. Achieve a Bachelor Pass/ University exemption in your final Matric exams
  5. Intending to study full-time towards a qualification in one of the listed fields in 2025
  6. Preference will be given to:
    • Students accepted to study at a university in one of the listed fields
    • Students from disadvantaged backgrounds residing in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality, Northern Cape
    • Students living with a disability
  7. Not receiving any other bursary funding or financial assistance

Current University or University of Technology Students

  1. South African citizen
  2. Between 18 and 35 years old
  3. Completed Matric
  4. Studying full-time towards a qualification in one of the listed fields
  5. Studying at a South African university or university of technology
  6. In your 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study
  7. Achieved a minimum average “B” symbol and passed all subjects (including final year exams and university admission)
  8. Preference will be given to:
    • Students from disadvantaged backgrounds residing in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality, Northern Cape
    • Students living with a disability

Assmang Manganese Bursary Application Requirements

Applications can only be submitted online. Along with your application, you must submit clear copies of the following documents:

  1. Certified copy of your ID document
  2. Certified copy of your Matric results (if currently in Matric)
  3. Certified copy of your Matric certificate (if completed Matric)
  4. Full tertiary academic record on official university letterhead (if currently studying)
  5. Proof of tertiary registration/application on official university letterhead (if currently studying)
  6. Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  7. Proof of residence

How to Apply for the Assmang Manganese Bursary

Applications for the 2025 bursary program are not yet open. The deadline for the 2024 program was July 31st, 2024.

However, you can use this information to prepare for the upcoming application cycle.

Here’s what you can do:

  1. Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria.
  2. Start researching universities and programs in your chosen field.
  3. Prepare the required supporting documents.
  4. Work on strengthening your academic record (if currently a student).
  5. Visit the Assmang Manganese website for updates on the 2025 application process.

How to Contact Assmang Manganese

For questions regarding the bursary program, you can contact Assmang Manganese directly:

  1. Email: BRMOtalent@assmang.co.za
  2. Before contacting them, review the FAQ page
  3. Contact page

Assmang Manganese Bursary Closing Date

The closing date application for the 2025 academic year is normally July 31st of the preceding year.

The bursary does not announce application deadlines far in advance, so it’s important to be checking their website or social media pages for updates in the new year.