Tronox Bursary South Africa 2027

 

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE TRONOX BURSARY COVER?

Tronox is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for undergraduate studies (B Eng / BSc / B Tech / Advanced Diploma) within the following fields, which align with the companies business needs:

  • Chemical Engineering 
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Geology
  • Human Resources
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mining Engineering
  • Mine Survey
  • Supply Chain Management / Procurement Extraction Metallurgy

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE TRONOX BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: registration fees, tuition fees, residential fees, meals & personal expenses, a laptop, and textbooks.

Students will also have the opportunity to partake in practical work, as prescribed by their tertiary institution.

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 Tronox Bursary.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE TRONOX BURSARY?

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 4 weeks of the closing date. If you do not receive any feedback by this time, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Applicants will go through a selection process, which may include psychometric evaluations; background screening and medical examinations, before a final decision can be made.

After graduation, bursary recipients will be placed at any of Tronox Business Unit Operations.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE TRONOX 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 currently in Matric or have completed Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards an undergraduate qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
  • You must be entering your 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th year of study in 2027
  • You must be studying or have been registered/ accepted to study at a recognised and accredited University in South Africa
  • Current Matric students/ recently Matriculated students:
    • you must have achieved a minimum result of 60% for Mathematics in Matric
    • you must have achieved a minimum result of 60% for Physical Science in Matric
    • you must have achieved a minimum result of 60% for English in Matric
  • Current University students:
    • you must have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% in your most recent academic results
  • Female students and students with disabilities are encouraged to apply
  • Preference will be given to students residing in local communities surrounding the Namakwa Sands sites (Saldanha and Matzikama Municipalities)

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE TRONOX BURSARY?

Applications must be submitted online at: Tronox Bursary Application 2027

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Tronox bursary.

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE TRONOX BURSARY?

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

  • ID document (certified copy)
  • Matric latest report, if currently in Matric
  • Matric certificate, if completed Matric
  • Latest academic record/ results, if currently studying
  • University acceptance letter/ proof of registration (on university letterhead)
  • Brief Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE TRONOX BURSARY?

4 November 2026.

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

HOW CAN I CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER?

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Tronox directly:
Contact page: https://www.tronox.com/contact-us-form/

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

WHAT DOES TRONOX DO?

Tronox is a leading global mining company that focuses on the mining and processing of zircon, titanium ore, and many other minerals. Tronox produces titanium dioxide pigments that are used to brighten and add durability to items such as plastic, paper, and paints.

Tronox is a global workforce known for its diversity and commitment to business practices that are sustainable and safe- ensuring that value is brought to all who aid in the company’s growth (customers, shareholders, and business partners.)

KwaZulu-Natal is one of Tronox’s many Sands Operations. The KwaZulu-Natal Sands operation is located in Empangeni and consists of the Central Processing Complex in Empangeni, and the Fairbreeze Mine at Mtunzini. Hydraulic mining techniques are used at the Fairbreeze Mines, and the main mineral extracted from this mine is heavy mineral concentrate (HMC.) The Fairbreeze Mines then transport the HMC to the Mineral Separation Plant in Empangeni, where it is used to produce rutile, zircoin, and ilmenite. The supply chain of this mineral is essential to not only Tronox KwaZulu-Natal but also their 694 employees and the country as a whole.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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