Zululand Anthracite Colliery (ZAC) Bursaries 2025

Zululand Anthracite Colliery invites eligible South African students to submit applications for the Bursary Programme for the academic year 2025.

Bursary application closing date is 18 November 2024.

The Zululand Anthracite Colliery (ZAC) Bursary Programme is offering bursaries to students interested in pursuing studies related to the mining industry. This is a great opportunity for students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are looking to further their education in mining and engineering fields.

Fields of Study Supported

Bursaries will be awarded for studies in the following fields:

• BCom (1 bursary)Environmental Management (2 bursaries)Mechanical Engineering (1 bursary)Mining & Engineering (1 bursary)
Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Zululand Anthracite Colliery Bursary, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. South African Citizen: You must be a South African citizen.Field of Study: You must be studying toward a qualification in one of the fields listed above.Accredited Institution: You must be studying at a tertiary institution in South Africa that is registered and accredited with the Council for Higher Education (CHE).Academic Performance: You must have a strong academic record, with a minimum of 65% in all modules completed to date.Financial Need: You must be from a previously disadvantaged background and demonstrate financial need.Motivational Letter: You must submit a motivational letter outlining your academic abilities, financial need, and future career goals.
How to Apply

2. Download the Application Form: Download the Zululand Anthracite Colliery Bursary Application Form 2025 here.Complete the Application Form: Ensure all sections are completed accurately.Submit Supporting Documents: Along with your application form, you must submit the following certified copies:

   • ID DocumentMatric Certificate/ResultsFull Academic Record (including most recent results)Motivational Letter: Detail your academic abilities, financial need, and future career plans.Parents/Guardians’ ID DocumentsProof of Income: For your parents/guardians (if applicable):
     • If employed: Most recent payslip (not older than 6 months) or a letter from the employer.If unemployed: Affidavit or official confirmation of income.If self-employed: Financial balance sheet, latest income statement, or tax clearance certificate.If a pensioner: Pension advice from social welfare (not older than 6 months) or an affidavit from the Department of Social Services.

   Submit Your Application: Email your completed application and all supporting documents to:

   • bursaries@zulac.co.zacareers@zulac.co.za

   Email subject line: Include the words “ZAC Bursary Application 2025”.Final Year-End Results: Candidates must submit their final year-end results within 20 days after receiving them. If these results are not submitted, your application may be cancelled.