Sasol Foundation Bursary
Sasol Foundation
The Sasol Foundation Bursary is a broad STEM bursary funding South African students into science, technology, engineering and mathematics undergraduate degrees - distinct from the more specialised Sasol Engineering Bursary, with a lower household-income threshold and slightly different academic criteria.
- Amount
- Full tuition + accommodation + meals + textbook allowance + monthly stipend
- Deadline
- To be announced
- Duration
- Full degree duration (subject to academic performance)
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Sasol Foundation supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen
- ✓ Matric obtained within the last year or currently completing matric (for 1st-year applicants)
- ✓ Minimum 50% in all matric subjects
- ✓ Mathematics Level 6 (70–79%) - Technical Maths and Maths Literacy NOT accepted
- ✓ Physical Science Level 6 (70–79%)
- ✓ Acceptance or provisional acceptance at a South African university or University of Technology
- ✓ Combined household income below R600,000 per annum
- ✓ Studying full-time toward an undergraduate STEM degree
What's Included
- ✓ Full university tuition fees
- ✓ Accommodation
- ✓ Meals
- ✓ Textbook allowance
- ✓ Monthly stipend
- ✓ Laptop where required
- ✓ Mentorship and academic support
- ✓ Vacation work opportunities at Sasol operating sites
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Sasol Foundation bursary application
- 1
Visit sasolbursaries.com and create an account
- 2
Complete the application form between 1 April 2026 and 17 May 2026
- 3
Fill in personal and academic details
- 4
Upload supporting documents (ID, latest results, proof of acceptance, household income proof)
- 5
Submit before the closing date
- 6
Wait for shortlisting and assessment
- 7
Attend interviews if invited
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Latest academic results (Grade 11 finals or matric)
- 📄 Matric certificate (if applicable)
- 📄 Proof of acceptance or provisional acceptance at a SA university
- 📄 Proof of household income (payslips, affidavit, or grant proof)
- 📄 Parents' / guardians' ID copies
- 📄 CV
Frequently Asked Questions
- How is the Sasol Foundation Bursary different from the Sasol Engineering Bursary?
- The Sasol Foundation Bursary is broader - covering science, mathematics, IT and a wider set of STEM fields with a household income threshold of R600,000. The Sasol Engineering Bursary is targeted at specific engineering disciplines aligned with Sasol's operational needs.
- What grades do I need for the Sasol Foundation Bursary?
- A minimum of 50% in all matric subjects, with at least Level 6 (70–79%) in both Mathematics and Physical Science. Technical Maths and Mathematical Literacy are not accepted.
- When does the Sasol Foundation Bursary close?
- Applications open on 1 April and close on 17 May 2026 for the 2027 academic year - a short window, so apply early.
- What's the household income limit?
- Combined household income must be less than R600,000 per annum to qualify.
When do 2027 applications open?
Sasol Foundation has not yet announced dates for the 2027 intake.
The last recorded window closed on 17 May 2026. Treat that as a guide to timing only — confirm the 2027 dates with Sasol Foundation before you rely on them.
Check Sasol Foundation's official siteInformation verified 2026-05-14. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
Other General bursaries
More funding opportunities in this field
NFVF National Bursary for Film and Television Studies
National Film and Video Foundation (NFVF) (statutory body under the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture; administered in-house via the NFVF online bursary portal hosted on Praxis GMS)
The NFVF National Bursary funds South African students pursuing accredited film and television studies at South African tertiary institutions. Awarded as a non-repayable grant based on merit and financial need, it covers 100% of tuition fees, with accommodation, meals and resources such as textbooks, computer and software covered subject to available funds. It is distinct from the NFVF's separately-applied-for International Bursary Programme for overseas postgraduate film and TV studies.
View details →Ninety One Changeblazers Bursary
Ninety One (administered by CareerWise)
The Ninety One Changeblazers Bursary is a fully-funded, holistic undergraduate bursary for high-potential South African school leavers from low-income households entering their first year of university in 2027. Beyond covering tuition, accommodation and learning materials, the programme provides private tutoring, mentorship and wellbeing support to help talented young people succeed. It is run by global asset manager Ninety One (formerly Investec Asset Management) and administered by CareerWise.
View details →Old Mutual Education Trust (OMET) Scholarship
Old Mutual Education Trust (OMET) (Old Mutual; established April 2005 via a B-BBEE transaction with ten participating trade unions; administered in-house by Old Mutual, with the Trust Board granting final approval)
The Old Mutual Education Trust (OMET) Scholarship is a partial bursary for paid-up members of ten participating South African trade unions, and the spouses and child-dependants of those members, who are studying towards a first undergraduate qualification at an accredited public university. It provides roughly R70,000-R77,000 per year toward study costs plus wraparound support including a dedicated Student Support Practitioner, a laptop, counselling, tutoring and vacation work. Around 60 scholarships are awarded each year, and the programme has produced more than 550 graduates since 2005.
View details →