Astron Energy Bursary South Africa 2027

WHAT FIELDS OF STUDY DOES THE ASTRON ENERGY BURSARY COVER?

Astron Energy is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2027 academic year.

Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate or Postgraduate studies, within the following fields:

  • Data Analytics
  • Engineering: Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (BSc or BEng only – not BTech)
  • IT: Information Technology and Computer Science
  • Finance: Accounting, General Finance and Commerce
  • Financial Information Systems
  • Internal Audit
  • Marketing
  • Risk Management

www.zabursaries.co.za is committed to keeping you up to date with the latest bursary opportunities, and this article covers all details about the Astron Energy Bursary.

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WHAT EXPENSES DOES THE ASTRON ENERGY BURSARY COVER?

The bursary will provide full cover for the following expenses: tuition fees, textbooks, accommodation, meals and monthly allowances.

Bursary recipients will also receive the following benefits: continuous psycho-social support (to be provided by Excel@Uni, the bursary administrator) and light-touch mentorship for developing essential skills imperative for personal and professional growth. Lastly, students will also receive access to the Work Readiness Programme and academic support in the form of private tutoring.

WHAT IS THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THE ASTRON ENERGY BURSARY?

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by no later than 31 January 2027 – if you do not receive any feedback by then, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

Successful applicants will be required to sign an agreement provided by the sponsor.

After graduation, students will be required to work-back for every year of funding provided by the bursary.

WHAT ARE THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR THE ASTRON ENERGY 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 under 35 years old
  • You must be have completed Matric
  • You must be studying or intend on studying full-time, towards an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification within one of the fields listed above (Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree, Masters, Honours)
  • You must be studying towards your qualification-level for the first time (you must NOT be repeating a degree)
  • You must be studying at any registered higher education institution in South Africa (including private/ community colleges and TVETS)
  • You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 70% for the last full academic year
  • You must NOT be employed full-time

HOW CAN I APPLY FOR THE ASTRON ENERGY BURSARY?

Applications must be submitted online at: Astron Energy Bursary Application 2027

Enter “www.zabursaries.co.za” in the field asking how you heard about the Astron Energy Bursary.

WHAT DOCUMENTS MUST I SUBMIT FOR THE ASTRON ENERGY BURSARY?

Submit 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)
  • Full Tertiary Academic Records for all years of tertiary study (certified copy)
  • Latest academic transcripts (or official institution report) (certified copy)
  • Official University Fee Statements (if living off-campus, include lease agreement)
  • Proof of other bursary awards or NSFAS – bursary agreement/ letter/ offer (if applicable)
  • Parents or guardians ID documents or death certificates if deceased (certified copies)
  • Applicants under 18 years old: signed consent form completed by your parent or guardian
  • If disabled: Doctors’ Letter and Department of Labour Employment Equity Act (EEA1) Form
  • Motivational letter to support your application (1 to 2 pages) (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)
  • Comprehensive CV of work experience and background (read our tips on how to write a CV)

Note: All certified documents must be less than 3 months old.

WHEN IS THE CLOSING DATE FOR THE ASTRON ENERGY BURSARY?

26 October 2026 (at 12:00 midday).

(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)

HOW CAN I CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER?

For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact Excel@Uni (the administrators for this bursary) directly:

  • Use the chat support function on the Astron Bursary application page (look for the blue “support” button on the bottom of the screen)
  • Email: support@auraams.app

Please do NOT contact Astron Energy if this bursary has already closed. View our other bursaries open for application here: https://www.zabursaries.co.za/bursary-news/

WHAT DOES ASTRON ENERGY DO?

Astron Energy, one of the top two suppliers of Petroleum Products in South Africa, with a network of around 850 Caltex branded service stations in the country. The company owns and operates one of the biggest crude oil refineries in Cape Town, where petrol, diesel, jet fuel, LPG, bitumen gas and other speciality products are produced daily, with a capacity of 100,000 barrels a day. In Durban, Astron Energy has a Lubricants Manufacturing Plant is one of the top blending and base oil storage facilities.

The companies history dates back to 1911, when their first crude oil cargo was imported into the country, to help meet fuel needs.

Astron Energy is committed to the reducing their carbon footprint, as well as ensuring the highest level of environment and safety standards. The Cape Town refinery produces all of water needed for the refining process, with their water recycling plant, and the Cape Town headquarters has received a Star Green Star rating from The Green Building Council of South Africa.

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This bursary listing was last updated in October 2026.

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