Anglo American Coal Bursary 2025-2026

Overview of Anglo American Coal

Anglo American plc, a British multinational mining company, is a global leader in the production of platinum and a significant producer of iron ore, copper, nickel, diamonds, and both metallurgical and thermal coal. With its headquarters in Johannesburg, South Africa, Anglo American has a strong global presence with operations across Africa, Europe, Australia, Asia, North America, and South America.

Coal South Africa, a division of Anglo American, operates several mine sites in the country, including Goedehoop, Greenside, Isibonelo, Mafube, Zibulo, and Khwezela Colliery. These sites primarily produce thermal coal for domestic use, with a portion being exported.

Anglo American Coal Bursary Programme

Anglo American Coal is offering a bursary programme for top-performing students in the Engineering and Mining sector. This bursary is designed for students who require financial support for their studies and need practical experience to meet the requirements of their mining-related subjects.

Fields of study eligible for the bursary include:

• Electrical Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mining Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Mineral Surveying
• Mining Surveying
• Geology
• Environmental Science

This bursary is administered by Career Wise.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Anglo American Coal Bursary, applicants must:

• Be a South African citizen.
• Have completed Matric.
• Be studying full-time in one of the above-mentioned fields.
• Be currently in their 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of study.
• Have an excellent academic record.
• Be studying at a recognized tertiary institution in South Africa.
• Be in financial need.
• Have a passion for their field of study.

Application Process

Applications for the Anglo American Coal Bursary must be completed online at Career Wise’s official

website: https://careerwise.co.za/bursaries/online-application/.

Applicants need to register an account on the Career Wise website before they can log in and apply. The promo code/reference to use for the application is: COAL2021.

Required Supporting Documentation

Applicants must submit the following documents:

• A certified copy of the ID document.
• A certified copy of the Matric certificate.
• A certified copy of the full tertiary academic record.
• Proof of registration at a tertiary institution (on the institution’s letterhead).

Closing Date

The closing date for the Anglo American Coal Bursary is 5 June. It is important to apply before this date to ensure your application is considered.

Contact Information for Queries

For any queries related to the bursary programme, please contact Career Wise directly:

• Telephone: 086 100 7787 or 011 258 4464
• Email: info@careerwise.co.za

The Anglo American Coal Bursary Programme offers a valuable opportunity for students pursuing a career in the mining sector, particularly in various engineering and environmental disciplines. This bursary not only provides financial assistance but also supports students in gaining the necessary practical experience in their chosen field.