Valterra Platinum is inviting prospective first-year and honours students to apply for its Geomatics (Mine Surveying) Bursary Programme for the 2027 academic year. The programme provides comprehensive financial support, practical work experience, mentorship and potential entry into Valterra Platinum’s graduate programme after successful completion of studies.
At a glance
Sponsor/host: Valterra Platinum
Opportunity type: Full-time bursary programme
Field of study: Geomatics / Mine Surveying
Who it’s for: Current Grade 12 learners entering first year in 2027 and final-year undergraduate students intending to pursue honours studies in 2027
Number of bursaries: 4
Closing date: 31 July 2026
Last verified: 13 June 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
- Applications are open to two groups: prospective first-year students and prospective honours students.
- Applicants must have a minimum overall academic average of 65%.
- Four bursary positions are available.
- Applications are reviewed weekly, so applicants should submit as early as possible.
- Incomplete applications will be declined.
- Preference will be given to applicants from communities near Valterra Platinum’s operations.
- Successful students may enter the Valterra Platinum graduate programme after completing their studies.
About the sponsor
Valterra Platinum is an integrated producer of platinum group metals. The company operates mines in South Africa and Zimbabwe and processes its products through its own smelting and refining facilities.
Its activities cover mining, processing, refining, sales, trading and market development. The company’s bursary programme is intended to develop students for careers within the mining industry and the broader Valterra Platinum value chain.
Official application portal: Applications must be submitted through the official Valterra Platinum SmartRecruiters listing.
What it covers
Successful bursary recipients may receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage for the duration of their studies, up to honours level
- University residence accommodation, including meals where applicable
- Paid vacation work opportunities
- Practical exposure to real operational challenges
- Ongoing academic and personal development mentorship
- Entry into the Valterra Platinum graduate programme after successfully completing their studies
Eligibility
Applicants must fall into one of the following categories.
First-year applicants:
- Must currently be in Grade 12
- Must intend to begin first-year studies in 2027
- Must have provisional or final university admission for an approved qualification
- Must have a minimum overall academic average of 65%, based on Grade 11 final results or the latest available Grade 12 results
- Must provide supporting evidence of achievements that may strengthen the application
Final-year or honours applicants:
- Must be completing the final year of a relevant undergraduate qualification
- Must intend to pursue an honours qualification in 2027
- Must have a minimum average of 65% in the latest available results
- Must submit a complete academic transcript
- Must provide proof of honours acceptance once it becomes available
Fields of study supported
The bursary supports the following qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Surveying
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mine Surveying
- Relevant honours studies in Geomatics or Mine Surveying
Preference for local communities
Preference may be given to suitable applicants from communities surrounding Valterra Platinum’s operations.
The company’s South African processing operations are located in:
- Rustenburg, North West
- Polokwane, Limpopo
Its mining operations are located in:
- Thabazimbi, Limpopo
- Burgersfort, Limpopo
- Mokopane, Limpopo
Documents to prepare
Applications must include:
- An updated CV
- Details of extracurricular activities and volunteer work in the CV
- A full academic transcript covering every completed year and the current year, where applicable
- Proof of address, either a municipal account or a letter from a local tribal authority
- Copy of the applicant’s ID
First-year applicants must also provide:
- Provisional or final university admission confirmation
- Grade 11 final results or the latest available Grade 12 results
- Supporting documents for relevant achievements
Prospective honours applicants must also provide:
- Complete undergraduate academic transcripts
- Proof of honours acceptance once available
Closing date
31 July 2026.
Applications are being reviewed weekly. Applicants should therefore submit complete applications as soon as possible rather than waiting until the closing date.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting an incomplete application
- Failing to attach the full academic transcript
- Uploading only the latest academic year instead of every year of study
- Leaving extracurricular or volunteer activities out of the CV
- Submitting proof of address that does not meet the stated requirements
- Applying without proof of university admission
- Applying with an academic average below 65%
- Waiting until the closing date despite applications being reviewed weekly
How this opportunity was verified
This opportunity was verified directly from the official Valterra Platinum SmartRecruiters listing. The listing confirms the supported qualifications, four available positions, minimum academic requirements, bursary benefits, document requirements, local community preference and closing date of 31 July 2026.
How to apply
- Open the official Valterra Platinum bursary listing link below.
- Review the first-year or honours requirements that apply to you.
- Prepare all the required documents and save them together in one folder.
- Select “I’m interested” on the official listing.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload every required supporting document.
- Review the application carefully before submitting.
- Submit before 31 July 2026 and keep proof of submission.