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Organization : Mining Qualifications Authority
Type of Facility : New Bursary Application For 2015 Funding
Country: South Africa

Website : http://www.mqa.org.za/
Application Form: https://www.statusin.org/uploads/7527-MQA%20Bursary%20Appication%20Form%202015%20%28Final%29_1.pdf

New Bursary Application Form For Funding

The MQA bursary is available to students that have enrolled with a University, Further Education and Training institution (FET) College and University of Technology.

Related : South African National Agency Space Science Bursary Application :
www.statusin.org/7536.html

The bursary scheme covers tuition and registration fees; residence fees or out of residence living costs; books, stationary and toolkit allowance per bursar per semester.

Who is eligible?

The minimum criteria required include a strong academic record accompanied by a need for financial assistance. The awards are also based on the student’s performance. The bursary continues for every year in which the student remains enrolled. However it is re-assessed by the MQA Bursary committee annually.

The MQA bursary supports the following core mining disciplines:
** Mining Engineering
** Mine Survey
** Metallurgical Engineering (Extractive only)
** Geology
** Environmental Health and Management

Students studying the following disciplines will also be considered, although there are limited bursaries available:
** Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current only)
** Mechanical Engineering
** Chemical Engineering( Mineral Processing)
** Electro-Mechanical Engineering
** Industrial Engineering
** Analytical Chemistry
** Jewellery Design and Manufacturing

Special consideration will be given to female applicants as well as applicants living with disabilities.

The MQA carries a service obligation and successful applicants will be obligated to secure employment within the South African mining and minerals sector for the same amount of years as the sponsored bursary. The MQA would like to invite learners who wish to pursue studies in mining related disciplines to apply for funding.

Contact Address :
Anerley Road,
Parktown
eMail : info T mqa.org.za
Tel Number: 011 547 2600