MQA Bursary South Africa 2026
Provided by:Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA)
Description
The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is inviting applications for its 2026 bursary programmes aimed at enhancing skills within the mining and minerals sector. Two types of bursaries are offered: Unemployed Bursaries (430 available) and Employed Bursaries (70 available). The MQA supports students pursuing further education at Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) or Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges in various fields including engineering, health sciences, and vocational training. The bursary covers expenses such as tuition, accommodation, and book allowances for unemployed students, while employed students receive tuition and book allowances. Eligibility criteria emphasize financial need, with a combined household income threshold of R600,000. Preference is given to historically disadvantaged individuals and those pursuing careers in line with MQA Sectoral Priority Occupations. Interested applicants can apply online and must submit necessary documentation by the deadline of July 31, 2025. For more details on the application process and further inquiries, applicants can reach out to MQA officials directly.
Funding & Program Benefits
Eligibility Requirements
- Be a South African citizen
- Currently in Matric or have completed Matric
- Studying or intend on studying towards an Undergraduate qualification in specified fields
- Studying or intend on studying at a public University, University of Technology or TVET College in South Africa
- Unemployed and remain unemployed throughout studies
- In financial need with a combined household income of no more than R600 000 per annum
- Preference for Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDI), females, disabled individuals, rural communities, local tertiary institution applicants, strong academic records, and alignment with MQA Sectoral Priority Occupations Interventions (SPOI) list
Required Documents
- ID document (certified copy)
- Grade 11 final report or Matric mid-year report if currently in Matric (certified copy)
- Matric certificate if completed Matric (certified copy)
- Proof of acceptance at a University or TVET College for 2026
- Full tertiary academic record (if currently studying)
- Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copy)
- Parents or guardians proof of household income