Valterra Platinum Bursary Programme 2027: Apply Before 31 July 2026

Valterra Platinum invites qualifying South African students to apply for the Bursary Programme 2027.

Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 July 2026

Bursary Location: South Africa

Valterra Platinum is offering comprehensive bursary opportunities to students pursuing qualifications in Information Management, Information Systems, Computer Science, Mining Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Geology and Geomatics.

The bursary programme provides financial support, practical workplace exposure, mentorship and possible entry into the Valterra Platinum Graduate Programme after successful completion of studies.

Available Valterra Platinum Bursaries

The following bursary opportunities are available:

Information Management Bursary
Mining Engineering Bursary
Geotechnical and Rock Engineering Bursary
Geomatics and Mine Surveying Bursary

About Valterra Platinum

Valterra Platinum is an integrated producer of platinum group metals and associated co-products.

The company operates mines in South Africa and Zimbabwe and processes its products through its own smelting and refining facilities.

Its South African operations include mines and processing facilities situated in Limpopo and North West.

Valterra Platinum invests in students through financial assistance, workplace exposure and structured development programmes designed to prepare bursary recipients for careers in the mining industry.

What the Valterra Platinum Bursary Covers

Successful bursary recipients may receive:

Full tuition fee coverage for the duration of their studies up to Honours level
University residence accommodation
Meals, where applicable
Paid vacation work opportunities
Practical exposure at Valterra Platinum operations
Mentorship and academic development support
Exposure to real workplace challenges
Entry into the Valterra Platinum Graduate Programme after successfully completing their studies

Information Management Bursary

Valterra Platinum is inviting first-year and final-year students studying Information Management, Information Systems, Computer Science or related fields to apply.

Eligible Information Management Qualifications

Applicants must be studying full-time towards one of the following qualifications at a recognised South African university:

Bachelor of Science in Information Management
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems
Bachelor of Commerce in Information Systems
Bachelor of Commerce in Informatics
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Bachelor of Science in Data Science
Bachelor of Commerce in Business Analytics
Bachelor of Science in Statistics
Data Analytics or a related qualification

Information Management Bursary Requirements

Applicants must:

Be registered as full-time students.
Be in their first or final year of study.
Have achieved a minimum overall academic average of 65%.
Demonstrate commitment to their chosen field of study.
Submit a complete online application with all required supporting documents.

Mining Engineering Bursary

Valterra Platinum is inviting final-year Mining Engineering students who intend to pursue Honours studies in 2027 to apply.

Eligible Mining Engineering Qualification

Applicants must be enrolled full-time for:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Mining Engineering

Mining Engineering Bursary Requirements

Applicants must:

Be in their final year of undergraduate study.
Be studying at a recognised South African university.
Have achieved a minimum overall academic average of 65%.
Intend to pursue an Honours qualification in 2027.
Submit a full academic transcript and supporting documents.

Geotechnical and Rock Engineering Bursary (X1 Opportunity)

Valterra Platinum is offering one bursary opportunity to a Mining Engineering or Geology student interested in pursuing a career in Geotechnical or Rock Engineering.

The bursary recipient will study full-time at university and may join the Valterra Platinum Graduate Programme after completing the qualification.

Graduate rotations may take place at:

Amandelbult Mine in Thabazimbi
Mogalakwena Mine in Mokopane
Mototolo Mine in Burgersfort

Geotechnical Bursary Requirements

Applicants must:

Be final-year undergraduate students.
Be studying Mining Engineering or Geology.
Intend to pursue an Honours qualification in 2027.
Intend to pursue a career in Geotechnical or Rock Engineering.
Have achieved a minimum average of 65% in their latest available results.
Submit a full academic transcript.
Provide proof of Honours acceptance once available.

Geomatics and Mine Surveying Bursary (X4 Opportunities)

Valterra Platinum is offering four bursary opportunities to students interested in Geomatics and Mine Surveying.

Applications are open to:

Grade 12 learners who will begin their first year of university studies in 2027; and
Final-year undergraduate students who intend to pursue Honours studies in 2027.

Bursary recipients will study full-time at university and may later be placed in the Valterra Platinum Graduate Programme, with rotations across the mining value chain.

Eligible Geomatics Qualifications

Applicants must intend to study or already be studying towards one of the following:

Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Surveying
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mine Surveying

First-Year Geomatics Bursary Requirements

Grade 12 applicants must provide:

Provisional or final university admission for an eligible qualification
Grade 11 final results or the latest available Grade 12 results
Proof of a minimum overall academic average of 65%
Supporting documents and relevant achievements

Final-Year or Honours Geomatics Requirements

Final-year applicants must:

Be studying an eligible Surveying or Mine Surveying qualification.
Intend to pursue an Honours qualification in 2027.
Have achieved a minimum average of 65%.
Submit full academic transcripts.
Provide proof of Honours acceptance once available.

General Eligibility Requirements

Applicants should:

Be studying or intending to study at a recognised South African university.
Meet the academic requirements for their selected bursary.
Have a minimum overall academic average of 65%.
Submit all required supporting documents.
Provide accurate information regarding their residential address and local community status.

Preference for Local Communities

Preference may be given to applicants from communities located near Valterra Platinum operations.

These operations include:

Rustenburg in North West
Polokwane in Limpopo
Thabazimbi in Limpopo
Burgersfort in Limpopo
Mokopane in Limpopo

Applicants who declare that they are local residents must ensure that the information supplied is correct.

Valterra Platinum reserves the right to terminate a bursary agreement where an applicant falsely declares that they are from a local operational community.

Documents Required

Applications must include:

A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
Full academic transcripts for every completed year of study
Current academic results, where applicable
Certified copy of a South African identity document
Proof of residential address

Proof of address may be:

A municipal account; or
A letter from a recognised local tribal authority

Applicants should also include details of:

Extracurricular activities
Volunteer work
Academic achievements
Leadership activities
Community involvement

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

How to Apply

Applicants must complete the online application form for the bursary they wish to apply for.

Applicants should save all required documents in one folder before starting the application so they can upload the documents together.

Valterra Platinum reviews applications weekly. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early and ensure that their submissions are complete.

Closing Date

Applications for the Valterra Platinum Bursary Programme close on:

31 July 2026

Late or incomplete applications may not be reviewed.

Important Application Notice

Applicants must provide truthful and accurate information throughout the application process.

Declaring an incorrect residential address or falsely claiming to live near a Valterra Platinum operation may result in the application being rejected or the bursary agreement being terminated.