Astron Energy Bursary: Complete Application Guide

South African students with strong grades who are working towards careers in fields like engineering or finance, can get full financial support from the Astron Energy Bursary. 

This program covers everything from tuition to living expenses, helping you focus on your studies.

Astron Energy Bursary Details

Bursary Name: Astron Energy Bursary 

Provider: Astron Energy 

Eligible Fields:

• Data Analysis / IT Stream: Mathematical Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Big Data Analytics
• Environmental Stream: Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Climate Change & Sustainable Development, Environmental Science
• Engineering Stream: Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering (BSc or BEng only, NOT BEng Tech)
• Finance Stream: Finance, Accounting, Financial Modeling, Internal Audit, Economics, Management Science (Commerce degrees preferred)
• Commerce Stream: Project Management, Business Administration, Property Studies, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Digital Marketing, Human Resources Management (BCom preferred)
• Masters in Industrial Psychology
• Science Stream: Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Natural Sciences (with Mathematics) (BSc Only) 

Application Deadline: Not specified 

Funding Amount: Full-cost bursary covering tuition fees, textbooks, accommodation, food, monthly allowances, psycho-social support, mentorship, work readiness program, and private tutoring. 

Apply Here: Visit www.astronenergy.co.za for more details

About the Bursary Provider

Astron Energy is a major fuel company in Southern Africa.

They have a huge network of gas stations, second only to the biggest in South Africa. 

They’re committed to helping South African communities and are recognized for their efforts in supporting Black economic empowerment.

Astron Energy owns a big oil refinery in Cape Town and a factory in Durban that makes lubricants. 

In 2018, Astron Energy rebranded after a change in ownership and has since been operating under the Caltex brand license.

Astron Energy Bursary Eligibility Requirements

1. Must be under 35 years of age
2. Must be a South African citizen
3. Must be pursuing a full-time qualification (Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree, Masters, etc.)
4. Must be pursuing their qualification level for the first time
5. Must be enrolled or intending to enroll at any tertiary institution registered with DHET and SAQA (including private/community colleges and TVETs)
6. Must have an average academic performance of 70% or higher in the last full academic year
7. Must be studying in one of the eligible fields mentioned above

How to Apply for the Astron Energy Bursary

1. Ensure all provided information is accurate
2. Submit a completed application form along with all required documents
3. Applications that are incomplete or contain misrepresentations will be disregarded
4. Applications are currently closed, and applicants who do not receive feedback within three months of the closing date should consider their application unsuccessful

Application Deadline & Contact Details

• If you have not heard back by 31 January 2025, consider your application unsuccessful
• Visit www.astronenergy.co.za for more details and updates

Required Documents

All certified documents must be less than three months old.

Documents should be combined into one file per submission category.

For All Applicants:

• Certified copy of a valid South African ID
• 1-2 page motivation statement
• Certified copy of parents’/guardian’s ID or death certificate
• Comprehensive CV

For Current Tertiary Students:

• Certified full tertiary academic records
• Certified latest official academic transcripts
• Certified matric certificate
• 2024 official university fee statement (include lease agreement if off-campus)
• Certified proof of 2024 registration

For Matric Students or Gap-Year Applicants:

• Certified Grade 11 final report with school stamp
• Certified Grade 12 Term 2 report with school stamp

For Tertiary Gap-Year Students:

• Certified matric certificate
• Certified latest official academic transcript (if applicable)

For Masters & PhD Applicants:

• Supervisor recommendation letter (compulsory)

Other Optional Documents:

• Bursary/NSFAS agreement letter (if applicable)
• Disability verification documents (if applicable)
• 2025 acceptance letter from an accredited institution

Shortlisted applicants must submit additional documents, including certified matric certificates and 2025 proof of registration.

Applicants under 18 can download the guardian consent form here.

While applications are currently closed, check the Astron Energy website for future openings.

If you don’t hear back by January 31, 2025, your application was not successful. 

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