mqa.org.za MQA Bursary Scheme 2017 : Mining Qualifications Authority

Organisation : Mining Qualifications Authority
Announcement : MQA Bursary Scheme 2017 Applications
Applicable for : Unemployed South African Citizens
Closing Date : 31 October 2016.

Website : https://mqa.org.za/
Application Form : https://www.southafricain.com/uploads/1188-MQA-Bursary.pdf

Applications for MQA Bursary Scheme Intake

** The MQA would like to invite learners who excel in maths and science, who will be studying towards a a career in the mining and minerals sector, to apply for an MQA bursary.

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** The MQA Bursary Scheme is open to qualifying grade 12 learners, or those currently writing their 2016 grade 12 examinations.

** Students who are studying towards a certificate, degree, diploma or B Tech at a University, University of Technology or Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) College also qualify.

Instructions :
1. Read carefully before completing, signing or submitting this form.
2. Ensure that this form is completed in full.
3. Complete in BLOCK LETTERS.
4. Note that this bursary cannot be used to pay for existing loans or debts.

Criteria :
5. Applications are invited from Unemployed South African Citizens 35 years old or younger.
6. Ensure that this form is duly signed.
7. Application forms with incomplete and incorrect information and documentation will be disqualified.
8. No faxed / emailed application forms will be accepted.

The MQA Bursary Scheme funds the following :
1. Disciplines at Universities or Universities of Technology :
** Mining Engineering
** Mechanical Engineering
** Mining Survey
** Geology
** Metallurgical Engineering (Extractive only)
** Chemical Engineering (Mineral Processing)
** Electro-Mechanical Engineering
** Analytical Chemistry
** Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current only)
** Environmental Health and Management
** Jewellery Design and Manufacturing
** Rock Engineering
** Industrical Engineering
** Any B Tech qualification associated with the discipline / courses listed above

2. Trades at TVET Colleges :
** Diesel Mechanic
** Electrician
** Millwright
** Fitter and Turner
** Boilermaker
** Instrumentation Mechanician
** Fitting including Machinery
** Rigger Ropesman

NB :
** preference will be given to femal learners, learners with disabilities and learners living in rural communities.

Application Window :
** The application period for the 2017 intake will open from 25 September 2016 and close on 31 October 2016.
** Short-listed learners must submit their final matric results by 13 January 2017.
** Continuing bursars must also submit application forms by 13 January 2017.

Enquiries :
** For further information or assistance please contact Mr Tebogo Thankge on 011 547 2755, Mr Lesley Henderson on 011 547 2741, or send an e-mail to bursaries AT mqa.org.za

Hand Deliver completed forms to :
1. The Manager
Bursaries Unit
Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA)
7 Anerley Road
Parktown
Johannesburg

2. MQA Regional Offices across the country
3. Your Institution – Where you received the application form
Posted to (by registered mail):
The Manager
Bursaries Unit
Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA)
Private Bag X118
Marshalltown 2107