Fermel Bursary
Any Level
Various
Amount not specified
South African Citizens Only
About This Bursary
Fermel Bursary South Africa 2024
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – FERMEL
Fermel (Pty) Ltd was established in 1963, and was previously named Impala Engineering Works. To date, the privately-owned company is a 54-year old veteran within the sector of mining equipment merchandising, and has established itself as an industry giant.
The company is a leading innovator and manufacturer of underground mining equipment for mining operations specializing in “hard-rock” and “flameproof”. Fermel (Pty) Ltd’s core business objective is to provide all its clients with integrated solutions, engaging in the extensive manufacturing and supply of a wide variety of underground, trackless mining machinery.
The company’s head offices are located in the industrial suburbs of Wadeville and Alberton, Gauteng, with its aftermarket distribution center also located within the province. Its additional sub-saharan offices are located in Zambia, Botswana and Zimbabwe.
ABOUT THE FERMEL BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
Fermel (Pty) Ltd is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the
2024 academic year
.
Bursaries will be awarded to students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds, wanting to pursue a career within the Mining industry. The bursary will cover studies within any of the following
Engineering and Science
fields:
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics Engineering
Through this bursary programme, Fermel (Pty) Ltd hopes to aid deserving students in achieving their tertiary goals, and inspire the next generation of workers within the underground mining equipment industry.
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 Fermel Bursary.
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here
.
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here
.
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Bursaries and Scholarships OPEN for application
here
.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE FERMEL 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 from a previously disadvantaged background
You must be studying full-time, towards a degree qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
You must be entering your final year of study in 2024
You must have a strong academic record
You must show an interest in working in the underground mining equipment industry
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE FERMEL BURSARY
Applications must be submitted online at:
Fermel Bursary Application 2024
Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Fermel bursary.
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed
bursary
application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
ID document (certified copy)
Full academic record (certified copy)
University fees statement (on institutions letterhead)
Motivational letter stating your field of study and why you chose to study in it
Parents or guardians ID documents (certified copies)
Parents or guardians proof of income (latest payslips or letter of employment if employed, affidavit if unemployed, proof of SASSA grant if applicable, death certificate if deceased)
Motivational letter stating why you deserve the award
(read our tips on
how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application
)
CLOSING DATE FOR THE FERMEL BURSARY
23 February 2024.
(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 Fermel (Pty) Ltd directly:
Contact Portal: https://www.fermel.co.za/contact/
Please do NOT contact Fermel 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 January 2024.
SA Bursaries wishes you the best of luck with your application! Please remember to SHARE this page with anyone you know who may be in need of bursary funding.
What's Covered
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Eligibility Criteria
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Application Requirements
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Important Dates
Application Deadline:
Feb 09, 2026
Bursary Details
Category:
Engineering
Study Level:
Any Level
Funding Type:
Full Funding
Reference:
BUR-53A70B91