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African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) Engineering Bursary

African Rainbow Minerals (ARM)

Bursary Type

Full Bursary

African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) and Assmang award bursaries to promising first-year BSc Engineering students from the Cato Ridge area of KwaZulu-Natal. The bursary covers tuition, accommodation, and a living allowance.

What's covered

πŸŽ“Tuition🏠AccommodationπŸ’΅Living Allowance

Eligibility at a Glance

Study Level

Undergrad

Available In

KZN

Quick Facts

Workback requiredNo
Financial need requiredYes
NSFAS compatibleNo
Disability friendlyNo
SA citizenship requiredYes

About This Bursary

The African Rainbow Minerals (ARM) Engineering Bursary, in partnership with Assmang, supports deserving first-year BSc Engineering students. This bursary aims to increase the number of black engineers in South Africa by investing in talented individuals from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. The program specifically targets students from the greater Cato Ridge area, providing them with essential financial assistance to pursue higher education.


The bursary package is designed to be comprehensive, covering significant academic and living expenses. Recipients receive R65,000 per academic year, which contributes towards tuition fees, accommodation costs, and a living allowance. Beyond financial support, ARM also offers recipients the opportunity to apply their newly acquired skills within the company upon graduation, fostering career development and practical experience.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a first-year student pursuing a BSc Engineering Degree.
  • Must have achieved excellent results in their matriculation exams.
  • Must originate from schools within the greater Cato Ridge area.
  • Applicants should demonstrate significant financial need.

How to Apply

  1. 1Identifying high-performing students from schools in the greater Cato Ridge area.
  2. 2Assessing applicants based on their academic excellence in matric exams.
  3. 3Prioritizing candidates from financially disadvantaged backgrounds.
  4. 4Awarding bursaries to eligible first-year BSc Engineering students to study at institutions like the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Ready to Apply?

Applications are currently open. Visit the official website for the latest requirements and deadlines.

All bursary applications are free. Never pay to apply.