🔴 SASOL BURSARY STATUS: 2027 Closed 17 May 2026 – Next Intake: Expected in Early 2027 – Full Cover (Tuition + Accommodation + Meals + Laptop + Stipend)
Fields: Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Mining, Geology, Data Science, Chemistry | For: SA Citizens – Matric & University | Last Verified: 14 Aug 2026
Sasol is an international energy and chemicals company with a footprint in over 20 countries. The Sasol Bursary offers top-performing South African youth the chance to study in core STEM fields and gain paid vacation work at Sasol operations while developing future skills in synthetic fuels, chemicals and energy.
What You Can Study With Sasol Bursary?
South African undergraduate and postgraduate students are funded for the 2027 academic year. Sasol mainstream bursary covers:
BEng / BSc Undergraduate studies (University):
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Data Science (Computer Science / Mathematics / Operations Research / Statistics)
- Electronic & Electrical Engineering
- Industrial & Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Engineering, Geology, Chemistry, Metallurgy (up to Honours)
Bachelor of Engineering/Technology (University of Technology):
- Chemical, Civil, Electrical (Heavy Current), Instrumentation and Control, Mechanical Engineering, Mine Surveying
MSc / MEng / PhD Postgraduate: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Cyber Security, Data Science (Applied Mathematics / Statistics), Environmental Science
What Does Sasol Bursary Cover?
Undergraduate University Package
- Registration & Full tuition fees
- Accommodation allowance (on-campus or approved off-campus)
- Meals & Pocket money allowance
- Prescribed textbooks
- Once-off computer & calculator allowance
- Paid vacation work after 2nd & 3rd year at Sasol sites
- Psychosocial support, mentoring & career guidance via EAP
University of Technology Package
- Registration, Tuition & Exam fees, Textbooks, Accommodation, Meals, Pocket money
- P1 & P2 practical training at Sasol sites
Postgraduate Package
- Monthly stipend, Registration, Tuition, Research costs, Accommodation
Who Qualifies for Sasol Bursary?
University Undergraduate
- South African citizen, Full-time at public university (UNISA not eligible)
- Matric or completed Matric, intending to study listed field in 2027
- Matric results: Maths Level 6 (70-79%), Physical Science Level 6, English Level 5 (60-69%) – Level 4 for Second Additional
- If already studying: Passed all 2026 subjects, min 50% average, able to complete degree in minimum time
University of Technology Undergraduate
- SA citizen, Matric or completed Matric, for National Diploma/Degree in 2026
- Maths Level 5 (60-69%), Physical Science Level 5, English Level 5
Postgraduate
- SA citizen, completed undergrad in priority field, min 65% average in 2026 for Honours/4th year
- Registered for full-time Honours/Masters/PhD at SA public university in 2027
How To Apply?
- Apply via Sasol Mainstream Bursary Application 2027 Portal
- Use Google Chrome for uploads
- Prepare: ID copy, Matric results/certificate, academic transcripts on letterhead
Documents Needed
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric: Grade 11 final results / Matric certificate / Academic transcripts
Closing Date
Applications for the 2027 intake closed on 17 May 2026. No late applications are accepted. The application process below is provided for reference. Applicants should wait for Sasol to announce the next intake before submitting an application.
Sasol Bursary Next Opening Date
The Sasol Bursary 2027 application closed on 17 May 2026. Sasol has not yet announced the opening date for the next mainstream bursary intake. Based on the timing of recent application cycles, prospective applicants should monitor for the next intake from early 2027 and prepare their academic records and supporting documents in advance.
Need Help? Contact Sasol
- Telephone: 086 010 6235
- Email: berlyne.rasool@adcorpgroup.com
- Contact page: https://www.sasolbursaries.com/welcome/contact-us/
Article last updated 14 Aug 2026 – Status: Closed 17 May 2026.
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