Sasol Bursaries 2027 applications opened on April 1, 2026. This programme targets South African students who want to study engineering or science at university. If you have strong grades in maths and science, this could cover your full tuition and more.
Bursary Overview
The Sasol Mainstream Bursary Programme 2027 provides full funding for full-time university studies. It covers tuition fees, accommodation, and living costs. Bursary winners also get mentorship and development support from Sasol.
After graduation, students must work for Sasol to pay back the bursary. This often leads to jobs in their Graduate Development Programmes. The programme matches Sasol’s needs in energy and chemicals.
Fields of Study
Sasol funds specific degrees in engineering and science. Students must choose from approved fields at recognised South African universities.
Undergraduate Degrees (BEng or BSc)
These options require study up to Honours level for some:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Geology
- Data Science, which includes Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or Operations Research
BEng Tech Degrees
- Mine Surveying, but only at a University of Technology
Postgraduate Degrees (MSc, MEng, or PhD)
Advanced studies cover:
- Chemical Engineering topics like Fluid Dynamics, Thermodynamics, and Process Modelling
- Chemistry areas such as Catalysis, Polymer Science, Environmental Science, and Analytical Chemistry
- Cyber Security
- Data Science fields like Applied Mathematics and Statistics
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, meet these basics:
- South African citizen
- Under 30 years old
- Plan full-time study at a recognised South African university
- Strong academic record, especially in Mathematics (Maths Literacy does not count)
Sasol rejects distance learning like UNISA courses. Only degree programmes count, not diplomas.
Important Conditions
Follow these rules to stay in the running:
- Submit only one application per person
- Apply online only, no emails or paper forms
- Provide correct and complete details, or face disqualification
- Competition is tough, based on grades and Sasol’s business needs
Bursaries go to those who fit Sasol’s future plans in engineering and science.
Required Documents
Prepare these for upload:
- Latest academic results from Grade 11 or higher
- Certified copy of your ID
- Any extra documents listed on the application site
Scan everything clearly before submitting.
How to Apply
Go to the official Sasol bursary portal to start. The link is https://www.sasolbursaries.com/welcome/. Fill out the form with your details and upload documents.
Applications close on May 17, 2026. Late or incomplete ones get rejected.
For questions, email [email protected] or call 086 010 6235. Act fast to meet the deadline.