About BASF:
BASF is a renowned German chemical company and the largest chemical producer globally. Established in 1865, BASF initially manufactured chemicals and products for use by the German forces in World War I. Today, the company operates in 80 countries across all continents, including Africa.
In Africa, BASF has been in operation for over 90 years, employing over 1,000 people. The company serves various industries, including healthcare, construction, agriculture, automotive, and textiles. As a large and reputable organization, BASF is actively engaged in several corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives aimed at giving back to the community.
BASF South Africa Trust Bursary 2025-2026:
BASF recognizes the importance of gender diversity in the African labor market and aims to address this issue by offering bursaries specifically for black women. These bursaries are designed to encourage more female students to pursue science-related fields and build successful careers in these areas.
For the academic year 2025-2026, BASF is offering bursaries for studies in the following fields:
- Chemistry
- Engineering
- Sciences
The bursaries are intended for black female students who require financial assistance and come from previously disadvantaged backgrounds. The value of the bursary varies for each student and covers the following expenses:
- Tuition fees
- Textbooks
- Accommodation
- Additionally, bursary recipients will receive a monthly stipend for personal use. The stipend amount will be determined by BASF and communicated to shortlisted candidates via email.
Eligibility Criteria for the BASF South Africa Trust Bursary:
To be considered for the bursary program, applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria set by BASF. Failing to meet any of these requirements will result in the rejection of the application. The eligibility criteria for the BASF South Africa Trust Bursary 2025-2026 are as follows:
- Must be a South African citizen
- Must be a woman of black ethnicity (as per BBBEE codes)
- Must be pursuing a qualification in one of the specified fields of study
- Must be enrolled at a recognized and accredited tertiary institution or university
- Must have completed the first year of study in 2021 and be eligible to enter the second year in 2025-2026
- Must demonstrate a genuine financial need and meet the funding criteria of NFSAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme)
- Must possess a strong academic track record
- Must have a clean criminal record
- Must not be receiving financial assistance from any other bursary or scholarship program
While meeting these requirements is essential, it’s important to note that fulfilling them does not guarantee funding. Preference may be given to female students from specific disadvantaged groups. The final list of bursary recipients published by BASF will be considered conclusive.
How to Apply for the BASF South Africa Trust Bursary:
To apply for the BASF South Africa Trust Bursary 2025-2026, eligible candidates should follow these steps:
- There is no specific application form for this bursary. Instead, applicants are required to submit the necessary documents for verification and to support their application.
Documents Required:
Applicants must submit the following documents to complete their bursary application:
- Certified copies of identification documents (ID)
- Certified copies of the Matric certificate and Matric results
- Certified copies of full academic results, including the latest results
- Proof of income for parents or guardians (latest payslips if employed, financial statements if self-employed, affidavits if unemployed, proof of grants if applicable)
- An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) within three pages
- Essays addressing the following topics:
- The current state of your field of study and how it may evolve in the near future, along with how you can contribute to positive changes.
- Why you are the best candidate for the bursary, explaining how it will benefit you and why you deserve to be awarded.
- Write the essays in a Word document with 12pt font and 1.5 line spacing, and save it in either Doc/Docx or PDF format. Ensure that each essay is within two to four pages.
- Email the scanned documents and essays to ‘basf_za_trust@basf.com.’ Use ‘BASF Bursary Application 2025-2026’ as the subject line.
Closing Date of the BASF South Africa Trust Bursary:
The application deadline for the BASF South Africa Trust Bursary is 10 December.
Contact Details of the Bursary:
For further inquiries regarding this bursary program, please contact the HR department of BASF.
- Telephone: 011 203 2400
- Email: basf_za_trust@basf.com
