Sasol Mainstream Bursary Programme 2026
Provider: Sasol South Africa
Academic Year: 2026
Level: Undergraduate & Postgraduate (STEM)
Funding: Fully funded + Workback agreement
Application Status: Closed for 2026 – Monitor www.sasolbursaries.com for future openings
Contact: 📧 berlyne.rasool@adcorpgroup.com | ☎️ 086 010 6235
Overview
The Sasol Mainstream Bursary Programme 2026 offers full financial and developmental support to academically talented South African students pursuing engineering and science degrees at accredited universities. This prestigious bursary includes a workback obligation post-graduation and prioritizes fields critical to South Africa’s energy, innovation, and industrial future.
What the Bursary Covers
- Full tuition fees
- Accommodation and meals
- Prescribed books
- Monthly allowance
- Paid vacation work and career development
- Post-study employment via Sasol’s Graduate Development Programme
Fields of Study Funded
🔹 Undergraduate Degrees (B.Eng. / B.Sc.):
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- Mechanical, Mining, and Industrial Engineering
- Chemistry (Honours required)
- Geology (Honours required)
- Data Science (Mathematics, Stats, Comp Sci, Operations Research)
- Metallurgy (Honours required)
🔹 University of Technology (B.Eng. Tech.):
- Mine Surveying
🔹 Postgraduate Degrees (M.Sc., M.Eng., Ph.D.):
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry (Environmental, Analytical, Catalysis)
- Cyber Security
- Data Science & Applied Mathematics
Who Should Apply?
To qualify for the Sasol Bursary Programme, candidates must:
✅ Be a South African citizen by birth
✅ Be under 30 years old
✅ Be accepted or enrolled in full-time studies at a recognized South African university
✅ Be pursuing a degree (no diplomas or part-time/distance studies like UNISA)
✅ Have excellent academic results in core STEM subjects
✅ NOT study dual qualifications or combinations (e.g., BSc Chemistry with Engineering)
✅ Reside in a Sasol-targeted municipality (for some funding streams)
❌ Applications from non-South Africans or those using Maths Literacy are not considered.
Postgraduate Requirements
Postgraduate bursary applicants must submit:
- A detailed research proposal
- A CV and academic transcript
- Proof of university acceptance
- Alignment with Sasol’s innovation goals (e.g., energy transition, sustainability)
Important Notes
- Applications for 2026 are now closed
- Selection is highly competitive and based on merit, potential, and field alignment
- Misrepresentation or incomplete forms lead to disqualification
- Bursary holders are required to work back the period of funding at Sasol
How to Apply
While the 2026 application cycle is closed, students are encouraged to prepare early for future intakes:
📍 Visit: www.sasolbursaries.com
📧 Email Inquiries: berlyne.rasool@adcorpgroup.com
📞 Bursary Call Centre: 086 010 6235
Final Thoughts
The Sasol Mainstream Bursary is one of South Africa’s most valuable bursary opportunities for STEM students. If you’re committed to academic excellence and interested in contributing to the future of energy and industry, this programme could be your gateway to a world-class education and meaningful career at Sasol.
