Which fields does the SRK Consulting bursary cover?

The bursary supports engineering, science, geology/earth sciences and environmental sciences (undergraduate and postgraduate), with a focus on the mining and resources sector where SRK operates.

How much does the SRK Consulting bursary pay?

SRK does not publish a fixed Rand value. The bursary provides full or partial coverage of tuition fees plus allowances for prescribed textbooks and academic materials, alongside paid vacation work opportunities.

How do I apply for the SRK Consulting bursary?

Email bursary@srk.co.za with 'SRK Consulting Bursary' in the subject line, complete the online application form, and submit your certified SA ID, academic results, CV, motivational letter and proof of registration and fees before the closing date.

When does the SRK Consulting bursary close?

The most recently documented intake for the 2026 academic year closed on 24 October 2025 at 16:00. The next cycle is expected to follow a similar window (typically opening mid-year and closing around October). Confirm current dates directly via bursary@srk.co.za.

Engineering

SRK Consulting Bursary Programme

SRK Consulting (South Africa) (administered in-house; [email protected])

The SRK Consulting Bursary Programme supports high-achieving South African students pursuing engineering, science, geology and environmental studies with a focus on the mining and resources sector. The bursary covers tuition and academic materials and offers practical vacation work that gives recipients real-world project exposure within one of South Africa's longest-established consulting firms. Applicants apply directly to SRK Consulting via [email protected].

Amount: Not publicly specified (no fixed Rand value published); covers full or partial tuition plus textbook and material allowances
Deadline: To be announced
Renewable: Yes

2027 applications not yet open

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Eligible Fields of Study

SRK Consulting (South Africa) (administered in-house; [email protected]) supports students in the following disciplines

Engineering (undergraduate and postgraduate)

Science (undergraduate and postgraduate)

Geology / earth sciences

Environmental sciences

Focus area: Mining and Resources sector

Eligibility Requirements

✓ South African citizen
✓ Enrolled (or intending to enrol) full-time at a recognised South African university
✓ Strong academic performance in current studies
✓ Genuine interest in a consulting career within SRK's areas of operation (engineering, geology, environmental sciences in the mining and resources sector)
✓ Qualities such as problem-solving, teamwork and analytical thinking
✓ Able to provide supporting documents including a certified SA ID copy, latest academic results, CV, motivational letter and proof of acceptance/registration and fees

What's Included

✓ Full or partial coverage of tuition fees at a recognised South African university
✓ Allowances for prescribed textbooks and academic materials
✓ Practical vacation work opportunities during university holidays, providing real-world project exposure
✓ Exposure to a multidisciplinary consulting environment across engineering, geology and environmental sciences

Work Commitment

SRK offers practical vacation work during university holidays; bursars are expected to engage with SRK during their studies, and the programme can serve as a pathway into a consulting career with the firm. Confirm any formal work-back obligations directly with SRK.

How to Apply

Steps to complete your SRK Consulting (South Africa) (administered in-house; [email protected]) bursary application

1
Email [email protected] to express interest, using 'SRK Consulting Bursary' as the email subject line
2
Complete the online application form provided by SRK
3
Prepare your supporting documents (certified SA ID, latest academic transcripts/results, CV, motivational letter)
4
Include proof of acceptance/registration and proof of 2026 fees (or 2025 fees plus 10%)
5
Email all supporting documents to [email protected] before the closing date
6
Attend an interview or assessment if shortlisted by the SRK selection team

Required Documents

📄 Certified copy of SA ID
📄 Latest academic transcripts / results
📄 CV
📄 Motivational letter
📄 Proof of acceptance / registration
📄 Proof of 2026 fees (or 2025 fees plus 10%)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which fields does the SRK Consulting bursary cover?: The bursary supports engineering, science, geology/earth sciences and environmental sciences (undergraduate and postgraduate), with a focus on the mining and resources sector where SRK operates.
How much does the SRK Consulting bursary pay?: SRK does not publish a fixed Rand value. The bursary provides full or partial coverage of tuition fees plus allowances for prescribed textbooks and academic materials, alongside paid vacation work opportunities.
How do I apply for the SRK Consulting bursary?: Email [email protected] with 'SRK Consulting Bursary' in the subject line, complete the online application form, and submit your certified SA ID, academic results, CV, motivational letter and proof of registration and fees before the closing date.
When does the SRK Consulting bursary close?: The most recently documented intake for the 2026 academic year closed on 24 October 2025 at 16:00. The next cycle is expected to follow a similar window (typically opening mid-year and closing around October). Confirm current dates directly via [email protected].

When do 2027 applications open?

SRK Consulting (South Africa) (administered in-house; [email protected]) has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.

The last recorded window closed on 24 October 2025. Treat that as a guide to timing only — confirm the 2027 dates with SRK Consulting (South Africa) (administered in-house; [email protected]) before you rely on them.

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Email: [email protected]

Information verified 2025-10-24. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.

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