Sasol Mainstream Bursary Programme

Applicants must be South African citizens with a valid ID and apply for full-time degree studies at a recognised and approved South African university, meeting the academic criteria for their qualification and year of study.

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About

Sasol provides financial and developmental support for full-time university studies in engineering and science.Mainstream bursaries carry a work-back or pay-back obligation.

What it covers

  • Financial and developmental support for eligible full-time degree studies

Who can apply

South African citizen with a valid ID document or card
Full-time study towards an applicable degree at an accredited and approved South African university
First-year applicants must provide Grade 11 or Grade 12 results; later-year applicants must provide results from the previous study year
Second-, third- and fourth-year students must be registered for full-time study
Studies at UNISA are not considered
No dual, combined or hybrid degree programmes
Technical Mathematics and Mathematics Literacy are not accepted
Studies must be completed within a maximum period of five years

Documents to prepare

Valid ID document or card
Applicable school or prior-year academic results
Full academic record from start to end of studies
Proof of registration
Proof of permanent home residence showing municipality and district

How to apply

  1. 1Apply online through the Sasol bursaries portal.
  2. 2Submit the required application information and documents.

Sources

Official sourceSasolVisit the official website for the latest information.

Checked against www.sasolbursaries.com on 29 Oct 2026. Govnet is independent — always confirm with the provider.