Gold One Modder East Operations is inviting applications for its 2025 bursary programme from students residing in the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng. The bursary is aimed at supporting students pursuing qualifications in key fields essential to the mining and engineering sectors.
About the Bursary Provider – Gold One
Gold One Group Limited is a renowned mining company with operations and gold mining prospects across Southern Africa. With a strong commitment to sustainable mining practices and community upliftment, the company’s flagship operation is the Modder East Gold Mine in Springs, situated within the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality in Gauteng. Commissioned in 2009, this mine is unique among South African gold operations due to its shallow depth, operating at levels between 300 and 500 metres below the surface.
Beyond its focus on mining excellence, Gold One is deeply committed to fostering educational development in its host communities. In line with this, the Gold One Bursary Programme is an important initiative that provides financial support to deserving students pursuing higher education in critical fields.
About the Gold One Bursary Programme – Fields Covered
- Finance
- Geological and Earth Sciences
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Science
- Mining Engineering
By offering financial support in these areas, Gold One seeks to empower future professionals who can contribute meaningfully to the mining industry in South Africa.
Expenses Covered by the Gold One Bursary
The Gold One Bursary covers a range of educational expenses, ensuring that students can focus on their studies without financial stress. The following costs will be covered:
- Tuition fees
- Examination fees
- Prescribed textbooks
- University-administered accommodation for full-time students
However, the bursary does not cover private accommodation, meals, laptops, data, transport, or other living expenses, which will remain the responsibility of the student.
Successful applicants will be required to sign a bursary contract with Gold One, formalizing their participation in the programme.
Eligibility Criteria for the Gold One Bursary
Applicants must meet a series of eligibility requirements to qualify for the Gold One Bursary Programme. The following criteria must be met to ensure consideration:
- The applicant must be a South African citizen.
- They must reside within the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, Gauteng.
- Applicants must currently be in Matric (2024) or have already completed Matric.
- Applicants must be studying or registered to study towards a qualification in one of the specified fields in 2025.
- The tertiary institution of study must be accredited and recognized in South Africa.
- A minimum overall average of 60% in the June Matric exams is required for current Matric students.
- For those already in tertiary education, a minimum of 60% in all major subjects is required.
- Applicants must be in financial need.
- Preference will be given to students from mine-hosting communities, including Springs, Benoni, Brakpan, Nigel, and their surrounding townships.
Failure to meet any of these criteria may result in the disqualification of an application.
Application Process for the Gold One Bursary
To apply for the Gold One Bursary Programme 2025, applicants must submit their applications online through the official Gold One Bursary Application portal.
Alongside the application form, applicants must submit the following supporting documentation in PDF format and certified by the South African Police Service (SAPS):
- Certified copy of ID document
- Proof of tertiary registration
- Formal quotations for all study-related expenses
- Proof of household income (latest payslips if employed, an affidavit if unemployed, or pension/grant proof if applicable)
- Certified proof of residence
Applications missing any of the required documents may be disqualified.
Important Deadlines
The closing date for the Gold One Bursary Programme 2025 is 17 January 2025. All applications and supporting documents must be submitted before this deadline to ensure consideration. Late submissions will not be accepted.
Contact Details for Queries
For any inquiries related to the Gold One Bursary Programme, applicants can contact Gold One directly through the following channels:
- Telephone: 011 730 7600
- Contact Page: Gold One Contact Page
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The Gold One Bursary Programme is an incredible opportunity for students residing in the Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality who are pursuing careers in finance, engineering, or the earth sciences. Through this bursary, Gold One continues to invest in the future of young South Africans, providing the means for talented individuals to excel in their fields while contributing to the country’s mining industry.