Sasol Foundation Mainstream Bursary Programme 2027: Fully Funded Engineering & Science Degrees
Are you a young South African student dreaming of a career in engineering or science? The Sasol Foundation Mainstream Bursary Programme 2027 offers a fully funded chance to study at university. This programme supports full-time studies and provides both money and extra help to succeed.
Who Can Apply?
This bursary targets South African students who want to study engineering or science degrees. You must aim for full-time studies at a recognized South African university, not places like UNISA for distance learning. Only standard degrees count, such as a four-year B.Sc. or B.Eng. Dual or hybrid degrees do not qualify.
Key rules include no Technical Maths or Maths Literacy. Bursaries come with a workback or payback duty after you finish. Sasol picks students based on their needs and strict criteria. Only one application per person works, and wrong information can cancel your chance right away.
Fields of Study for Undergraduates
The programme funds B.Eng. or B.Sc. degrees in these areas:
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Chemical Engineering
This field teaches how to design and run chemical processes in industry.
Sasol needs experts here for energy projects. -
Chemistry (up to Honours level)
Study the building blocks of matter and reactions.
You will need to complete Honours for full support. -
Civil Engineering
Learn to build roads, bridges, and structures.
Focus on safe designs for South Africa’s growth. -
Data Science – Computer Science
Combine coding with data analysis.
Help solve real-world problems with tech. -
Data Science – Mathematics
Use math to handle big data sets.
Key for business and science decisions. -
Data Science – Operations Research
Optimize systems like supply chains.
Improves efficiency in companies. -
Data Science – Statistics
Analyze data to find patterns.
Supports predictions in energy and more. -
Electrical Engineering
Work with power systems and electronics.
Vital for modern energy grids. -
Electronic Engineering
Design circuits and devices.
Powers tech in mining and chemicals. -
Geology (up to Honours level)
Explore earth’s resources like minerals.
Honours level required for depth. -
Industrial Engineering
Streamline production and operations.
Cuts waste in factories. -
Mechanical Engineering
Build and fix machines.
Used in plants and vehicles. -
Metallurgy or Metallurgical Engineering (up to Honours level)
Process metals for industry.
Supports mining and manufacturing. -
Mining Engineering
Plan safe and efficient mines.
Fits South Africa’s resource sector.
For University of Technology students, B.Eng. Tech in Mine Surveying qualifies. This trains you to map underground sites accurately.
Postgraduate Opportunities
Sasol funds M.Sc., M.Eng., or PhD studies to build skills for energy and circular economy needs. Focus areas include:
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Chemical Engineering – Fluid Dynamics
Study how liquids and gases flow. -
Chemical Engineering – Mathematical and Statistical Modelling
Build models for processes. -
Chemical Engineering – Process Modelling
Simulate industrial operations. -
Chemical Engineering – Reactor Technology
Design reaction vessels. -
Chemical Engineering – Separation Technology
Separate chemicals cleanly. -
Chemical Engineering – Thermodynamics
Handle heat and energy transfers. -
Chemistry – Advanced Analytical Chemistry (Vibrational Spectroscopy or Gas Chromatography)
Analyze materials precisely. -
Chemistry – Catalysis or Polymer Science
Speed reactions or make plastics. -
Chemistry – Environmental Science (Water, Waste, Air, or Air Dispersion Modelling)
Tackle pollution issues. -
Cyber Security
Protect digital systems. -
Data Science – Applied Mathematics
Apply math to data challenges. -
Data Science – Statistics
Extract insights from numbers.
These support South Africa’s shift to cleaner energy.
Bursary Benefits
The package covers tuition, living costs, and books. You also get career development, like training workshops. After graduation, top students join Sasol’s Graduate Development Programmes for jobs.
How to Apply
Visit the official Sasol bursaries website for the form. Submit by 17 May 2026. Shortlisting happens based on your fit for Sasol’s needs. Be honest, as checks happen at every step.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for the Sasol Foundation Mainstream Bursary Programme 2027?
South African students aiming for full-time engineering or science degrees at recognized universities qualify. Distance learning like UNISA does not count, and you need strong maths, not Technical Maths or Literacy.
What undergraduate fields does the bursary fund?
It covers B.Eng. or B.Sc. in areas like Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Data Science streams, Electrical Engineering, Geology, and Mining Engineering.
What benefits come with the Sasol bursary?
The package pays for tuition, living costs, and books. You also get career training, and top graduates can join Sasol’s job programs.
How do I apply for the 2027 bursary?
Go to the official Sasol bursaries website at sasolbursaries.com and submit by 17 May 2026. Be honest, as they check all details.