Glencore Bursary South Africa 2026 — Glencore Coal South Africa invites students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2026 academic year. Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies, responsibly supplying commodities that are fundamental to the building blocks of life. Through the scale and diversity of our industrial and marketing businesses, we are a major contributor to South Africa’s local, provincial and national economies, as well as to the development of the communities where we operate. Bursaries will be awarded for studies in Industrial Psychology, Occupational Hygiene, and Rock Engineering to students entering their 1st or 2nd year of study in 2026.
About Glencore
Glencore is one of the world’s largest globally diversified natural resource companies. Through the scale and diversity of our industrial and marketing businesses, we responsibly supply the commodities that are fundamental to the building blocks of life.
We are a major contributor not only to South Africa’s local, provincial and national economies, but also to the development of the communities where we operate. We collaborate closely with our communities, prioritising their health, safety and well-being and working to create strong and resilient societies that will thrive long after our operations close.
Glencore is a diversified producer of responsibly sourced commodities that are essential to modern life. Our South African operations produce a variety of these commodities, including coal and ferroalloys. We also have copper and oil offices (Astron). These essential materials play a critical role in infrastructure development, manufacturing and energy generation, both domestically and abroad.
Division: Glencore Coal South Africa • Academic Year: 2026 • Study Years: 1st or 2nd year
Fields Covered
Bursaries will be awarded for studies within the following fields:
- Industrial Psychology
- Occupational Hygiene
- Rock Engineering
Expenses Covered by Glencore Bursary South Africa 2026
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Prescribed textbooks
- Meals
- Accommodation
- Financial assistance for purchase of personal computer, if prescribed by the University
Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to assessment and interviews as part of the selection process.
Eligibility Requirements for Glencore Bursary South Africa 2026
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying:
- You must have completed Matric
- You must be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate qualification within one of the fields of study listed above
- You must be entering your 1st or 2nd year of study in 2026
- You must be studying or intend on studying at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution in South Africa
- You must NOT be receiving any other bursary funding
How to Apply for Glencore Bursary South Africa 2026
Application Method: Online application via Glencore Careers portal. Select the link for your specific field of study:
Industrial Psychology link: https://www.glencore.com/careers/jobs/MBECM2026-Industrial%20Psychology
Occupational Hygiene link: https://www.glencore.com/careers/jobs/MBECM2026-Occupational%20Hygiene
Rock Engineering link: https://www.glencore.com/careers/jobs/MBECM2026-Rock%20Engineering
⏰ Closing Date: 7 March 2026
Important: Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.
Required Documents
Submit copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application:
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric certificate (certified copy)
- Latest academic transcripts, if currently studying (certified copy)
Note: The submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified.
Contact
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Glencore directly:
Programme Details
- Company: Glencore Coal South Africa
- Bursary Name: Glencore Bursary Programme
- Academic Year: 2026
- Study Years: 1st or 2nd year of undergraduate study
- Fields: Industrial Psychology, Occupational Hygiene, Rock Engineering
- Coverage: Registration fees, tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, meals, accommodation, computer purchase assistance (if prescribed)
- Application Method: Online via Glencore Careers portal (separate links per field)
- Closing Date: 7 March 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the Glencore Bursary?
A bursary programme offered by Glencore Coal South Africa for the 2026 academic year to students pursuing undergraduate studies in Industrial Psychology, Occupational Hygiene, or Rock Engineering. The bursary covers registration fees, tuition, textbooks, meals, accommodation, and computer purchase assistance if prescribed.
2. Who is eligible to apply?
Students who have completed Matric, are studying or intending to study in Industrial Psychology, Occupational Hygiene, or Rock Engineering, entering their 1st or 2nd year of study in 2026 at a recognised South African tertiary institution, and NOT receiving any other bursary funding.
3. What fields of study are covered?
Industrial Psychology, Occupational Hygiene, and Rock Engineering.
4. What does the bursary cover?
Registration fees, tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, meals, accommodation, and financial assistance for purchase of a personal computer if prescribed by the university.
5. What year of study must I be in?
You must be entering your 1st or 2nd year of study in 2026.
6. Can I apply if I already have other bursary funding?
No, you must NOT be receiving any other bursary funding.
7. What documents are required?
Certified ID, certified Matric certificate, and latest academic transcripts (if currently studying).
8. How do I apply?
Apply online through the specific link for your field of study:
– Industrial Psychology: https://www.glencore.com/careers/jobs/MBECM2026-Industrial%20Psychology
– Occupational Hygiene: https://www.glencore.com/careers/jobs/MBECM2026-Occupational%20Hygiene
– Rock Engineering: https://www.glencore.com/careers/jobs/MBECM2026-Rock%20Engineering
Closing date: 7 March 2026.
9. What is the selection process?
Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to assessment and interviews as part of the selection process.
10. Where can I find more mining industry bursaries?
For more mining and natural resources bursaries, explore our mining bursaries database or check engineering bursaries.
For more mining and engineering bursaries, visit EduFunds.co.za
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