Zululand Anthracite Colliery Bursary
Any Level
Various
Amount not specified
South African Citizens Only
About This Bursary
Zululand Anthracite Colliery Bursary South Africa 2025
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – ZULULAND ANTHRACITE COLLIERY
Zululand Anthracite Colliery (ZAC) is South Africa’s sole producer of prime anthracite, a high-quality coal used primarily in the metallurgical industry. Located in KwaZulu-Natal’s Zululand region, ZAC operates an underground mining complex focused on extracting and processing anthracite reserves.
Since its establishment, the colliery has played a significant role in supporting local industries, while also exporting anthracite to meet global demand. Committed to sustainable and responsible mining, ZAC implements environmental management practices and engages in social development initiatives to benefit the surrounding communities.
ABOUT THE ZULULAND ANTHRACITE COLLIERY BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
Zululand Anthracite Colliery (Pty) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the
2025 academic year
.
Bursaries will be awarded to students interested in joining the Mining Industry, for studies within the following fields:
BCom
(1 bursary will be awarded)
Environmental Management
(2 bursaries will be awarded)
Mechanical Engineering
(1 bursary will be awarded)
Mining & Engineering
(1 bursary will be awarded)
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ABOUT THE ZULULAND ANTHRACITE COLLIERY BURSARY PROGRAMME – SELECTION
Final selection will be made by a ZAC Management and successful candidates will be contacted within 30 days after the closing date. If you do not receive any feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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 Zululand Anthracite Colliery Bursary.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ZULULAND ANTHRACITE COLLIERY 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 a qualification within one of the fields listed above
You must be studying at an approved tertiary institution in South Africa, that is registered and accredited with the Council for Higher Education (CHE)
You must have a strong academic record
You must have achieved a minimum result of 65% for all modules completed to date
You must be from a previously disadvantaged background
You must be in financial need
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE ZULULAND ANTHRACITE COLLIERY BURSARY
Download and complete the
Zululand Anthracite Colliery Bursary Application Form 2025
(.pdf)
Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Zululand Anthracite Colliery Bursary.
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
ID Document (certified copy)
Matric results/ certificate (certified copy)
Full tertiary academic record, including most recent results (certified copy)
Motivational letter to support your application, including details of your academic ability, financial need and future career plans
(read our tips on
how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application
)
Parents or guardians (breadwinners) ID Documents (certified copies)
Parents or guardians proof of income:
If employed: most recent payslip (not older than 6 months) or letter from company confirming income
If unemployed:
affidavit
or official confirmation of temporary income
If self-employed: financial balance sheet: certified copy, latest official income statement or latest tax clearance certificate
If a pensioner: pension advice copy from social welfare (not older than 6 months) or affidavit from the Department of Social Services
Note: candidates must submit their final year-end results within 20 after receiving them – selection will be based on final results, therefore failure to submit these results may lead to cancellation of your application.
Applications must be submitted via email to:
bursaries@zulac.co.za
and
careers@zulac.co.za
(Insert the words “
ZAC Bursary Application 2025
” in the email subject line).
CLOSING DATE FOR THE ZULULAND ANTHRACITE COLLIERY BURSARY
18 November 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 Zululand Anthracite Colliery directly:
Email: bursaries@zulac.co.za / careers@zulac.co.za
Contact page: https://www.zac.co.za/contact
Please do NOT contact Zululand Anthracite Colliery 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 November 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-382FC7C8