The Upstream Training Trust helps people get jobs in oil and gas. It works with the Petroleum Agency of South Africa to train new workers. The trust focuses on teaching skills to people who did not have many chances in the past. They spend money on education and training programs. Their main goal is to create new experts in the oil and gas field. The trust is not looking to make money. Instead they want to help people start careers in this industry. They give special attention to students from poor backgrounds. This helps create more diversity in the oil and gas sector. The trust makes sure South Africa has enough skilled workers for its energy needs.
Important Details About The Program
Apply now for the 2025 Upstream Training Trust student bursary. The UTT helps students with their education costs. You can send your application for the next academic year. This is a good chance to get financial support for your studies. The program is open to all eligible students. Don’t miss this opportunity to apply for funding.
Scholarships will be given for research in the following areas that are associated with the oil and gas and petroleum industries:
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Geophysics
- Geoscience
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Systems
- Information Technology
- Mathematics
- Mechatronics
- Mining Engineering
- Physical Science
Bursary & Incentive
The bursary will pay for your studies at university. This includes your classes and textbooks. It also covers where you will stay and what you will eat. The total amount you will receive is R120 000.
Incentives for academic performance will also be given to bursary recipients:
- Students who score between 65 and 69% will get R5,000.
- Students who score between 70 and 74 percent will get R10,000.
- Students will receive R15,000 if they achieve 75% or higher.
Who All Can Apply – Eligibility
You need to meet all these basic requirements before you can apply. We will not review your application if you don’t meet them.
- You should be a citizen of South Africa.
- You have to be enrolled in or have finished your matriculation.
- In 2026, you must be pursuing or plan to pursue one of the STEM-related degrees mentioned above.
- You need to be enrolled in or conditionally accepted into a South African higher education institution.
- A minimum total passing score of 60% is required.
- A minimum of 65% must be earned in English, science, and math. If you are enrolled in classes, you must pass every subject.
- You cannot be receiving financial aid or another bursary.
We give priority to certain groups of students. This includes those from disadvantaged backgrounds & women. We also favor students who show real interest in oil and gas exploration. Students who want to build their career in the oil and gas industry get extra consideration too. We look at these factors when making our selection.
Procedure for Enrollment
You have to follow few simple steps to enroll for the UTT Bursary 2025
You can now apply for the 2025 Upstream Training Trust Bursary online. The UTT bursary helps students pay for their education. Students who want to apply should visit the official website to fill out their application. The process is straightforward and takes just a few minutes to complete. Make sure you submit your application before the deadline to be considered for funding.
The Upstream Training Trust (UTT) Bursary Application Form (.pdf) should be downloaded and filled out.
Applications and accompanying documentation must be mailed in hard copy to Upstream Training Trust, PO Box 5111, Tygervalley, 7536.
One must have the following documents to apply for the bursary:
- ID document
- Grade 11 final results and Matric latest results
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric
- Full academic record, if currently studying
- Proof of application to an institution
- Proof of acceptance at an institution
- Quotation for tuition fees, accommodation, etc
- Motivational letter explaining why you deserve to be awarded the bursary
- Proof of parents’ ID documents (certified copies)
- Proof of parents’ or guardians’ household income
Important Dates To Be noted
The closing date is 30 September 2025.