Valterra Platinum Bursary South Africa 2026

 

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – VALTERRA PLATINUM

Valterra Platinum, previously known as Anglo-American Platinum, is one of the world’s top producers of platinum group metals (PGMs). The company operates mines, smelting plants, and refineries in South Africa and Zimbabwe, and sells its metals to customers all over the world.

After separating from its former parent company, Anglo American plc, Valterra Platinum is now an independent business. It is listed on both the Johannesburg Stock Exchange in South Africa and the London Stock Exchange in the United Kingdom.

As an independent company, Valterra Platinum can now set its own goals and strategies. It focuses on working efficiently, protecting the environment, and creating long-term value. The company manages the entire process of producing PGMs – from mining them out of the ground to delivering them to the market.

Valterra Platinum aims to be the leading producer of platinum group metals in the world. It is committed to safety, sustainability, and making a positive difference, guided by its purpose: Unearth Value to Better Our World.
 

ABOUT THE VALTERRA PLATINUM BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

Valterra Platinum is inviting students to apply for their Bursary Programme, for the 2026 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Information Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mine Survey (Geomatics)

 

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MORE ABOUT THE VALTERRA PLATINUM BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: full tuition fees up to Honours level studies, accommodation in university residence and meals.

Students will also receive the following benefits: paid vacation work opportunities to gain practical experience, mentorship for guidance on academic and personal development, and an opportunity to work on real-world challenges at the companies operations, to prepare for the workplace. Lastly, after graduation, students will enter into the companies graduate programme.

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Valterra Platinum Bursary.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE VALTERRA PLATINUM BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

  • You must be a South African citizen
  • You must be studying towards one of the following qualifications:
    • Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering (BEng Electrical Engineering) or Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Electrical Engineering (BSc (Eng) Electrical Engineering) qualification
    • Bachelor of Information Technology (Information Systems) or similar fields of study or Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) with specialisation in Information Systems or similar fields of study
    • Bachelor of Mine Surveying
    • Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (BEng Mechanical Engineering) or Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (BSc) Mechanical Engineering)
  • You must be in your 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study
  • You must be studying at a recognised and accredited university in South Africa
  • You must have a strong academic record, with a minimum final overall academic average of 65%
  • You must be committed to your field of study
  • Preference will be given to students from communities in and around the companies operations, in line with their commitment to local socio-economic development (i.e. near processing operations in Rustenburg in North West Province, Polokwane in Limpopo Province or near mines in Thabazimbi, Burgersfort and Mokopane in Limpopo Province)

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE VALTERRA PLATINUM BURSARY

Applications must be submitted online at:
Valterra Platinum Bursary Application 2026: Electrical Engineering (Reference: REF73141J)

Valterra Platinum Bursary Application 2026: Information Management (Reference: REF73137N)

Valterra Platinum Bursary Application 2026: Mechanical Engineering (Reference: REF73131L)

Valterra Platinum Bursary Application 2026: Mine Survey (Geomatics) (Reference: REF73130B)

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Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online bursary application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Full academic record/ transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of Residence (municipal account or a letter from a local tribal authority)

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE VALTERRA PLATINUM BURSARY

21 August 2025.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
 

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Valterra Platinum directly:
Contact page: https://www.valterraplatinum.com/site-services/contact
 

Please do NOT contact Valterra Platinum if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

This bursary listing was last updated in August 2025.

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