Rio Tinto 2025 Bursaries (Various fields)

Rio Tinto’s South African operation, Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) in KwaZulu-Natal, invites applications for our 2025 Bursary Programme. We are seeking enthusiastic students or prospective students pursuing studies in the following fields:

Fields of Study:

• Engineering: Electrical, Mining, Chemical, Metallurgical, Marine
• Sciences: Actuarial, Computer, Data
• Finance: Accounting, Auditing, Banking
• Humanities: Sound Production, Journalism, Education
• Health Sciences: Nursing, Medicine, Pharmacy
• Management Sciences: Supply Chain Management
• Law

Only online applications will be considered, failure to provide any of the required documents will result in an automatic regret of your application.

Why Apply?

At Richards Bay Minerals, our bursary programme empowers students to drive innovation and transform the future. With our support, bursars can focus on acquiring the knowledge and skills to shape a better tomorrow for themselves and our communities.

Eligibility Criteria:

In order to meet the criteria for the Richards Bay Minerals Bursary programme, you need to have already been accepted into a recognised University institution that provides your programme of study. Added to that, you also need to meet the general requirements:

• Must be a South African citizen
• Matric results (statement or certificate)
• A learner who achieved high marks in Grade 12
• Qualifying for financial assistance (in line with NSFAS guidelines)
• We strongly encourage students with disabilities to apply.

How to apply?

To apply for the Rio Tinto 2025 Bursaries CLICK HERE

Have the following documents ready to upload:

Required Application Documents:

• Attach certified copy of ID (not older than 3 months)
• Attach certified Matric certificate or statement of results (not older than 3 months)
• Attach a proof of acceptance from a university
• Attach your proof of bank account
• Attach certified ID copy of parent/guardian (if signing on behalf of the applicant)
• Attach parent/guardian proof of income or payslip
• Attach motivation letter explaining your chosen field of study

Closing Date: 24 January 2025.