MQA Continuing Bursars 2026 Academic Year 🎓 — The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) invites current MQA-funded bursars to apply for the continuation of their bursary support for the 2026 academic year.
About the MQA Bursary Scheme
The MQA Bursary Scheme was established to increase the number of skilled professionals entering the mining and minerals sector. The scheme supports students studying at public universities, universities of technology, and TVET colleges across South Africa.
The Mining Qualifications Authority is a Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) for the Mining and Minerals Sector, established in terms of the Skills Development Act No. 97 of 1998.
What the Bursary Covers
The MQA bursary provides comprehensive financial support, which may include:
- Full tuition and registration fees
- Residence fees or private accommodation allowance
- Books and study materials
- Meals allowance
- Semester allowance (where applicable)
Who May Apply
- ONLY existing MQA-funded bursars
- Students currently registered at a university, university of technology, or TVET college
- Both employed and unemployed continuing bursars
Applications from first-time applicants will not be considered, as the 2026 first-time bursary application window is closed.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via the official MQA Student Information Management System (SIMS):
Closing Date
22 January 2026
Late applications will not be considered.
Institution Support Contacts
Mr Diiteleni Tshisevhe
- University of Limpopo
- University of Venda
- Sefako Makgatho Health Science University
- Sol Plaatjie University
- Sekhukhune TVET College
- Vhembe TVET College
- Mopani TVET College
- Capricorn TVET College
- Lephalale TVET College
- Ekurhuleni West TVET College
- Ekurhuleni East TVET College
- South West Gauteng TVET College
- Vuselela TVET College
- Orbit TVET College
- Northern Cape Rural TVET College
- Northern Cape Urban TVET College
- Central Johannesburg TVET College
- Tshwane South TVET College
- Tshwane North TVET College
- Letaba TVET College
- Taletso TVET College
- Western TVET College
- Waterberg TVET College
Tel: 011 547 5705 | Email: DiiteleniT@mqa.org.za
Ms Jenny Kekana
- University of the Witwatersrand
- University of Johannesburg
- University of Mpumalanga
- Nkangala TVET College
- Ehlanzeni TVET College
Tel: 011 547 2654 | Email: JennyK@mqa.org.za
Mr Tebogo Thankge
- University of the Western Cape
- University of Cape Town
- Stellenbosch University
- University of Fort Hare
- Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Nelson Mandela University
- North West University
- University of Pretoria
- Rhodes University
- Walter Sisulu University
- King Dalindyebo TVET College
- Buffalo City TVET College
Tel: 011 547 2755 | Email: TebogoT@mqa.org.za
Mr Vutomi Chauke
- Tshwane University of Technology
- University of South Africa (UNISA)
- University of Zululand
- Durban University of Technology
- Mangosuthu University of Technology
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- University of the Free State
- Central University of Technology
- Vaal University of Technology
- Majuba TVET College
- Gert Sibande TVET College
- Motheo TVET College
- Goldfields TVET College
- Flavius Mareka TVET College
- Sedibeng TVET College
Tel: 011 547 2625 | Email: VutomiC@mqa.org.za
Please do not contact MQA after the closing date.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who can apply for the MQA Continuing Bursary?
Only students who are already funded by MQA and seeking continuation for 2026.
Can first-time students apply?
No. The 2026 first-time bursary application window is closed.
What does the bursary cover?
Tuition, accommodation, books, meals, and allowances where applicable.
How do I apply?
Applications must be submitted online via the MQA SIMS portal.
When is the closing date?
22 January 2026.