About the Sibanye Stillwater Bursary Sibanye-Stillwater is inviting applications for its External Bursar 18.2 programme for 2027, offering a limited number of full-time study opportunities to qualifying students from Marikana local communities and labour-sending areas. The study opportunities are aligned with Sibanye-Stillwater's business needs and will be available at selected South African universities. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to pursue studies in fields including Mining Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Geology, Mine Survey, Metallurgy, Chemistry, Finance, Accounting and Pharmacy. Universities Sibanye-Stillwater is offering study opportunities at the following universities for 2027: University of Johannesburg (UJ) University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) University of Pretoria (UP) North-West University (NWU) Fields of Study Applicants may apply for study opportunities in the following disciplines: BSc Mining Engineering BSc Electrical Engineering BSc Mechanical Engineering Instrumentation BSc Geology Honours BSc Mine Survey BEng Tech Extraction Metallurgy BSc Metallurgy BSc Chemical/Chemistry BCom Finance BCom Accounting BPharm (Pharmacy) Minimum Requirements Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements: Have a minimum Grade 12 Matric Certificate with university acceptance Mid-year results may be provisionally considered if the applicant is currently studying Be currently enrolled at a university with a minimum average of 60% or higher Have a minimum university admission APS of 30 or higher Have achieved at least Level 5 (60% or higher) in English Have achieved at least Level 5 (60% or higher) in Mathematics Have achieved at least Level 5 (60% or higher) in Physical Science Reside in the Marikana labour-sending area or local community Be declared medically fit for the position and environment following a risk-based medical examination at the relevant Sibanye-Stillwater Occupational Health Centre Advantageous Criteria Preference may be given to applicants who: Achieved an aggregate of above 60% for Mathematics and English in Grade 12 Achieve an evaluation outcome score of 5 or higher Additional Requirements Applicants should take note of the following: Final allocation is dependent on the applicant obtaining an acceptance letter from the relevant university. Applicants will be required to undergo an interview process. Psychometric assessment may form part of the selection process. Applicants must upload proof of residence, CV, and certified copies of their ID and qualifications when applying online. Preference will be given to applicants from Marikana local communities and labour-sending areas who meet the institution's registration requirements. Who Can Apply? This opportunity is aimed at students who are currently enrolled at university and meet the academic requirements, particularly those pursuing qualifications that align with Sibanye-Stillwater's business needs. Applicants should ensure that they meet the academic, university admission, residency and other requirements before submitting their applications. Number of Opportunities 8 positions are available. Important Information Your manager should be aware of and support your application where applicable. Pre-screening and psychometric evaluation may form part of the selection process. Shortlisted candidates may be required to attend a panel interview. Applicants who do not receive a response within 14 days after applying may consider their application unsuccessful. Sibanye-Stillwater is committed to diversity, equity and employment equity. Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in accordance with the company's Employment Equity Plan. Closing Date 22 October 2026 How to Apply Interested candidates who meet the requirements are encouraged to apply before the closing date. To apply, click the “Apply Now” button on this page. You will be redirected to the official application page where you can complete and submit your application directly to Sibanye Stillwater. Please note after clicking the apply now button click View Available Vacancies and search bursar. Click Here To Join Our WhatsApp Channel