Rosond Bursary Programme for 2026

ROSOND, one of South Africa’s leading diamond drilling companies, is inviting passionate and determined students to apply for the Rosond Bursary Programme for the 2026 academic year. With over six decades of excellence, Rosond continues to make a remarkable impact across multiple sectors, including gold, iron ore, and platinum mining. The company is renowned for providing fast, safe, and cost-effective drilling and grouting services to mining and exploration industries throughout Africa.

About the Rosond Bursary Programme

The Rosond Bursary Programme is a commitment to developing young South African talent by supporting students in critical and scarce skills fields that align with the company’s operational and industry needs. This bursary aims to nurture future professionals who will drive innovation, safety, and sustainability in the mining sector.

Fields of Study Covered

Rosond will award bursaries for undergraduate studies in the following disciplines:

Data Science
Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.)
Environmental Management
Finance
Geology
Human Resources
Information Technology
Mining
Occupational Health & Safety
Supply Chain
Technical Trades

These fields represent Rosond’s dedication to empowering students in both technical and business-related careers essential to South Africa’s economic and industrial development.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Rosond Bursary Programme, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:

Be a South African citizen between the ages of 18 and 30.
Have completed Matric.
Be studying or intending to study full-time towards an undergraduate qualification in one of the approved fields.
Be in your 1st to 3rd year of study at a recognised and accredited South African tertiary institution.
Have achieved a minimum average of 60% in your latest academic results.
Priority will be given to applicants residing within Rosond host communities.
Preference will also be given to previously disadvantaged students pursuing studies in scarce and critical skill areas.
Internal bursary applicants must be biological or legal dependants of Rosond employees.

Required Supporting Documents

Applicants must submit clear certified copies of the following documents along with their completed application form:

South African ID document.
Matric certificate.
Full academic record or transcript (if currently studying).
Latest financial statement or official quotation from your tertiary institution.
Proof of registration at a recognised institution (on official letterhead).
Motivational letter explaining why you deserve the bursary.
Proof of residence.
Proof of total household income — this includes recent payslips, bank statements, affidavits (if unemployed), or proof of grants/pensions. In the case of deceased guardians, attach a death certificate.

How to Apply

Applications without all supporting documents will not be considered, will therefore be rejected immediately.

Submit your application form together with all supporting documents to bursary@rosond.com

DOWNLOAD THE ROSOND BURSARY PROGRAMME 2026 APPLICATION FORM HERE

Why Apply for the Rosond Bursary Programme?

The Rosond Bursary Programme does more than provide financial assistance — it opens doors for students to gain a foothold in South Africa’s vital mining and engineering industries. Rosond’s dedication to transformation and youth empowerment ensures that the next generation of professionals are well-equipped to contribute to sustainable mining and economic growth.

If you are a motivated and ambitious student eager to pursue a career in one of the listed fields, this bursary could be your stepping stone toward a successful future.

CLOSING DATE: 16 NOVEMBER 2025

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