Key Facts
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Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Completed Matric / Senior Certificate
- Registered or accepted for study in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, or Information Technology
- Studying at a DHET-accredited institution
- Willingness to undergo security vetting and consent to POPIA-compliant processing of personal information
Documents Needed
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified Matric certificate
- Latest certified academic results / statement of results
- Proof of registration or acceptance at a tertiary institution
- Three months' bank statements
- Affidavit of unemployment (for the applicant and, where required, parents/guardians)
- Proof of residence
- Updated CV
About Two Rivers Platinum Bursary
The Two Rivers Platinum Bursary is offered by Two Rivers Platinum (Pty) Ltd, a platinum group metals mine on the eastern limb of the Bushveld Complex near Steelpoort in Mpumalanga. The mine is a joint venture between African Rainbow Minerals (54%) and Impala Platinum (Implats, 46%), with African Rainbow Minerals managing day-to-day operations. The bursary programme supports South African students studying towards scarce-skills engineering and IT qualifications that feed the mine's future workforce needs.
Funding Details
Two Rivers Platinum's bursary package is generally reported to cover tuition fees, accommodation and textbooks for the duration of the qualifying degree, in line with typical mining-sector bursary structures. Exact allowance amounts are not published by the company and should be confirmed directly with Two Rivers Platinum before applying.
Where You Can Study
Open to students at any DHET-accredited South African public university or university of technology, provided they are registered for one of the qualifying engineering or IT fields listed below.
About Two Rivers Platinum
Two Rivers Platinum is a platinum group metals mine on the farm Dwarsrivier, roughly 35km southwest of Burgersfort in Limpopo, on the eastern limb of the Bushveld Complex. The operation is a joint venture between African…
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The bursary is open to South African citizens who have completed Matric and are studying, or have been accepted to study, towards a relevant degree at a DHET-accredited South African institution. Preference is typically given to candidates from designated groups in line with the mine's employment equity goals. Applicants are generally expected to be full-time students with no other conflicting bursary commitments.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which fields of study does this bursary cover?
Historically the programme has covered Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering and Information Technology.
Is the 2026 application round still open?
No. The most recently advertised round (reference HR/137/26) closed on 28 February 2026, which has already passed. A future round for a later intake had not been advertised by Two Rivers Platinum at the time this listing was last checked (27 August 2026). Prospective applicants should monitor the Two Rivers Platinum careers page directly for the next call.
Who owns and operates Two Rivers Platinum?
Two Rivers Platinum is a joint venture between African Rainbow Minerals (54%) and Impala Platinum / Implats (46%). African Rainbow Minerals is the managing partner responsible for day-to-day operations.
How do I apply?
Applications are typically submitted by email to Two Rivers Platinum's talent acquisition team using a reference number provided in that year's advertisement, together with certified supporting documents. Check the company's official careers channel for the current process before applying.
