Implats bursaries are open to all candidates meeting the minimum criteria of a university exemption pass and a minimum C symbol in mathematics and science. Our bursaries cover:

• Registration and tuition fees for the duration of the course
• Residence fees
• Cash allowance
• Personal computer allowance from second year of study

Should you be awarded an Implats bursary, you will be required to work for the company for the full period of the bursary and to undertake vacation work at the company at the end of each year.

Implats offers bursaries in various fields:

• Engineering
  • Mining
  • Metallurgy
  • Chemical
  • Mechanical
  • Electrical (heavy current)
• Chemistry to honours level, with a second major in either physics or mathematics
• Geology to honours level, with a second major in one of the following:
  • chemistry
  • geophysics
  • earth sciences
  • mathematics/mathematical statistics

Learn more about career paths at Implats...

What we are looking for

Implats is looking for people who

• are able to work under pressure
• have leadership potential, combined with the ability to work in a team
• have good problem-solving abilities
• are tenacious
• have common sense
• are able to make decisions and to think logically
• are self-motivated, and
• have good communication skills

How to apply for a bursary

If you meet the minimum criteria and you would like to apply for a bursary, please fill in the application form (PDF - 155KB). For more information contact Marli Buys on +27 14 569 0088 or marli.buys@implats.co.za.

Please note that the closing date for bursary applications for this year was 31st May 2009. Reviews will take place in July 2009 and successful applicants will be informed accordingly.

Applications for next year should be submitted on or before 31st March 2010. Reviews will take place in May 2010 and successful applications will be informed accordingly.