Upstream Training Trust (UTT) Bursary South Africa 2025

ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – UTT

The Upstream Training Trust (UTT) was founded in 1997 by the Petroleum Agency SA, as well as companies taking part in the on-shore and off-shore search for oil and gas in South Africa.

The UTT, administered by the Petroleum Agency SA, is a non-profit organisation which aims to promote and provide specialist human skills within the petroleum industry and in the search for oil and gas. The trust is committed to investing in human capital development, specifically focused on those from previously disadvantaged backgrounds.

ABOUT THE UTT BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

The Upstream Training Trust (UTT) is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2025 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for studies relating to the petroleum, oil and gas industries, including the following fields:

Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Geophysics
Geoscience
Industrial Engineering
Information Systems
Information Technology
Mathematics
Mechatronics
Mining Engineering
Physical Science

ABOUT THE UTT BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED

The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, textbooks, accommodation and meals. The bursary is valued at R120 000.

Bursary recipients will also receive an incentive awarded for academic excellence:

Students achieving between 65 and 69%, will receive R5 000
Students achieving between 70 and 74%, will receive R10 000
Students achieving 75% or more, will receive R15 000

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE UTT BURSARY

Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):

You must be a South African citizen
You must be currently in Matric or have completed Matric
You must be studying or intend on studying towards one of the STEM-related qualifications listed above, in 2025
You must be registered or conditionally accepted at an institution of higher learning in South Africa
You must achieve a minimum overall pass mark of 60%
You must achieve a minimum overall pass of 65% in Mathematics, Science, and English
You must pass all your subjects, if currently studying
You must NOT be in receipt of another bursary or financial assistance
Preference given to students from previously disadvantaged areas, female students, students with a passion and interest in upstream oil and gas industry, as well as students with plans to go into the upstream oil and gas industry

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE UTT BURSARY

Applications must be submitted in either of the following ways:
– Online at: Upstream Training Trust (UTT) Bursary Application 2025

– Download and complete the Upstream Training Trust (UTT) Bursary Application Form (.pdf)
Hardcopy applications forms must be mailed, along with the supporting documents to: Upstream Training Trust, PO Box 5111, Tygervalley, 7536

Students must read and agree to the UTT Bursary Funding Guidelines (.pdf) and the UTT Bursary Rules & Regulations (.pdf), before applying.
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

ID document (certified copy)
Grade 11 final results and Matric latest results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
Full academic record, if currently studying (certified copy)
Proof of application at an institution (if not accepted yet)
Proof of acceptance at an institution (if available)
Quotation for tuition fees, accommodation etc (if applicable)
Motivational letter explaining why you deserve to be awarded the bursary (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
Proof of parents ID documents (certified copies)
Proof of parents or guardians household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if employed/ proof of SASSA grants if applicable/ proof of UIF if applicable/ proof of other benefits including life/ disability/ retirement etc)

CLOSING DATE FOR THE UTT BURSARY

15 October 2024.
(Applications submitted after these dates will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the Upstream Training Trust directly:
Tel: 021 938 3500
Email: utt2@petroleumagencysa.com
Please do NOT contact the Upstream Training Trust if this bursary has already closed.