WHO IS MINING QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY?
The Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) is a statutory body established in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act No. 29 of 1996 and is a registered Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) for the mining and minerals sector in terms of the Skills Development Act No 97 of 1998 as amended.
The MQA must supports the objectives of the National Skills Development Plan (NSDP) 2020-2030 as guided by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), and also supports the objectives of the Mining Charter in terms of the Minerals and Petroleum Resources Development Act No. 29 of 1996.
The Quality Assurance Unit has a legal mandate to ensure quality assurance and that the learning programmes within the mining and minerals sector are aligned in terms of the National Qualifications Framework Act of 2008, as amended, and the QCTO-delegated functions, including those on regulated occupations in terms of the Mine Health and Safety Act.
The MQA is responsible for administering a number of skills development initiatives. Skills programmes and learnerships aim to develop a skilled and educated workforce whose skills are recognised and valued in terms of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF). This is to ensure that the mining and minerals sector has sufficient competent people who will improve health and safety, employment equity and increase productivity.
BURSARY DESCRIPTION
The MQA bursary scheme was established to increase the number of students taking careers in the mining and minerals sector. Today the bursary scheme continues to assist students by offering them the opportunity to study these careers at Higher Education Institutions (HEI) and Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Colleges.
The MQA bursary is available to students that have enrolled with universities, Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges, and universities of technology.
The bursary scheme covers full tuition and registration fees; residence fees or out of residence living costs; books; stationery; and toolkit allowance per bursar per semester.
BURSARY COVERS
- Tuition Fee
- Registration Fee
- Accommodation and Meals
- Text Books
Please note the bursary cover may change from year to year based on the budget allocation.
BURSARIES AVAILABLE
The bursary is available for the following education levels associated with the below disciplines, namely: Undergraduate Degree, B Tech, Honours Degree, Master’s Degree and Doctoral Degree.
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Analytical Chemistry
- Jewellery Design Manufacturing
- Electro Mechanical Engineering
- Geology
- Industrial Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Mechanical Engineering
- Occupational Hygiene
- Mine Surveying
- Occupational Medicine
- Electrical Engineering
- Operations Managements
- Chemical Engineering
- Quality Managements
- Environmental Health and Management
The MQA bursary scheme also funds the following qualifications at TVET colleges:
- Boilermaker
- Fitting (incl: Machinery)
- Motor Mechanic (Diesel)
- Instrumentation Mechanic
- Electrician
- Millwright
- Fitter and Turner
- Rigger Ropesman
ELIGIBILITY
Unemployed individuals:
Historically Disadvantaged Individuals with a strong academic record accompanied by a need for financial assistance, with special consideration given to female applicants, applicants living in rural communities and applicants who have applied to study at their local tertiary institutions, The awards are also based on the student’s academic performance. The bursary re-awarded for every year in which the student remains enrolled. However it is re-assessed by the MQA annually.
Employed individuals:
HDI’s individuals who are already employed within the Mining and Minerals Sector who would like to pursue studies for a qualification relevant to the mining related fields. Payment is for full tuition fees and books allowances is made per semester for employed bursars.
HOW TO APPLY?
Download the bursary application form on the link highlighted below:
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form:
- ID document (certified copy)
- Grade 11 final report, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
- Full tertiary academic record, if currently at tertiary level (on institutions letterhead)
- Parents/ guardians ID documents (certified copies)
- Parents/ guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed, affidavit if unemployed, affidavit if not in contact with 1 or more parent, proof of SASSA payment if applicable, death certificate if deceased)
Applications must be submitted electronically via email to: bursaries@mqa.org.za
CLOSING DATE
21 September 2021
CONTACT DETAILS
The following MQA persons can be contacted for queries or assistance with applications for the specific institutions:
Mr Diiteleni Tshisevhe - Tel: 011 547 5705 - DiiteleniT@mqa.org.za:
- University of Limpopo
- University of Venda
- Sekhukhune TVET College
- Vhembe TVET College
- Mopani TVET College
- Capricorn TVET College
- Lephalale TVET College
- Ekurhuleni West TVET College
- Ekurhuleni East TVET College
- South West Gauteng TVET College
Ms Felicitus Lebetha - Tel: 011 547 2672 - FelicitusL@mqa.org.za:
- Univesity of the Witwatersrand (Wits)
- Nkangala TVET College
Mr Tebogo Thankge - Tel: 011 547 2755 - TebogoT@mqa.org.za:
- University of the Western Cape
- University of Cape Town
- Stellenbosch University
- University of Fort Hare
- Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Nelson Mandela University
- North West University
- King Dalindyebo TVET College
- Buffalo City TVET College
Mr Joshua Chetty - Tel: 011 547 2691 - JoshuaC@mqa.org.za:
- University of Johannesburg
- Vuselela TVET College
- Orbit TVET College
- Northern Cape Rural TVET College
- Central Johannesburg College
Ms Moloko Phofa - Tel: 011 547 2668 - MolokoP@mqa.org.za:
- University of Pretoria
- University of South Africa (UNISA)
- Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Mr Vutomi Chauke - Tel: 011 547 2625 - VutomiC@mqa.org.za:
- Durban University of Technology
- Mangosuthu University of Technology
- University of KwaZulu Natal
- Majuba TVET College
- Gert Sibande TVET College
- University of the Free State
- Motheo TVET College
- Goldfields TVET College
- Flavius Mareka TVET College
- Central University of Technology
- Vaal University of Technology
- Sedibeng TVET College
Please do not contact the above persons if the bursary is closed.
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