About the opportunity
Sasol provides various programmes to support the development of scholars and graduates in South Africa, addressing the scarcity of talent in STEM fields. The Sasol Foundation Bursary supports full-time undergraduate studies in STEM and, for specific communities, non-STEM disciplines. The Sasol Mainstream Bursary is a performance-based programme with a work-back or pay-back obligation, covering engineering and science degrees. Additionally, Sasol offers a Technician Development Programme (TDP) for robust technical training and a Graduate Development Programme for intensive 36-month development for engineering and science graduates. These initiatives aim to align skills with industry standards and Sasol’s operational requirements, fostering professional growth and workplace readiness.
Salary and benefits
- Comprehensive financial and developmental support for bursary recipients
- Structured technical development and mentorship for Technician Development Programme participants
- Intensive 36-month development programme for Graduate Development Programme participants
- Potential employment within the Sasol Group upon successful completion of studies for bursary holders
- Exposure to business processes and industry-standard training
Who can apply?
- Must be a South African citizen by birth
- Must be pursuing or planning to pursue full-time degree studies at an approved public South African University or University of Technology
- Combined household income must not exceed R800,000 per annum
- Must be 25 years of age or younger at the time of application
- Must be enrolled in or applying for a first undergraduate degree
- University students (2nd-4th year) must have a minimum average of 60% for all modules
- Non-STEM bursaries are restricted to children of Sasol employees, Khanyisa/Inzalo shareholders, or candidates from Sasol fence-line communities
- Must meet specific academic performance criteria (e.g., Level 6 for Mathematics and Physical Science for B.Eng/B.Sc.Eng)
Required documents
- Full academic record from the start of studies to the present
- Proof of registration
- Proof of permanent home residence (municipality and district)
- Grade 11 or Grade 12 results (for first-year applicants)
- Academic results of the previous study year (for 2nd-4th year students)
- Valid South African ID document or card
When to apply
- Foundation Programme: 1 August 2026 to 23 August 2026
- Technician Development Programme (TDP): 24 August 2026 to 11 September 2026
- Mining Bursary: 24 August 2026 to 13 September 2026
- Graduate Development Programme (GDP): 14 September 2026 to 4 October 2026
How to apply
- Register and apply online at the official Sasol Bursaries portal (www.sasolbursaries.com)
- Ensure all required documentation is submitted before the respective closing dates
- Shortlisted candidates must participate in online psychometric testing
- Attend selection interviews if invited
Additional information
- Studies at the University of South Africa (UNISA) are not considered
- Bursaries are not awarded for dual, combined, or hybrid degree programmes
- Mainstream bursaries include a work-back or pay-back obligation
- Technical Maths or Maths Literacy is not accepted for bursary programmes
- Notifications regarding application status are provided by the end of November
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- South African citizens pursuing full-time STEM degrees at approved public universities.
- Engineering and science graduates seeking intensive 36-month development programs.
- Students with a minimum average of 60% for 2nd-4th year university students.
What should you think carefully about?
- Mainstream bursaries include a mandatory work-back or pay-back obligation.
- Applicants must be South African citizens by birth and under 25 years of age.
- Studies at the University of South Africa (UNISA) are not eligible for these bursaries.
- Non-STEM bursaries are restricted to specific employee or community-related groups.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This is a strategic fit for students aiming to secure full financial support for their STEM degrees while gaining a structured pathway into the engineering and science industries.
Our take
A strong choice for South African youth in STEM who seek a clear path from undergraduate study to professional employment within the Sasol Group.
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