Sasol Mainstream Undergraduate

What can I study?

Sasol Mainstream Programme

Sasol Mainstream bursaries is a performance-based programme with a work-back / pay-back obligation.

This is an comprehensive bursary offered to talented individuals who are planning to study full-time towards an undergraduate / postgraduate degree, to pursue selected Engineering, Science and Technology qualification for applicants nationally.

To be considered, you must be a South African citizen, currently registered or qualifying for possible registration at an approved South-African University for the following year.

 

Applications may be submitted for degrees (no diplomas) in one of the following fields of study:

Undergraduate Studies (B.Eng. / B.Sc.) – Please note that this bursary program does not accept Technical Maths/Math’s literacy.

  1. Chemical Engineering
  2. Chemistry (Please be aware that obtaining an Honours degree is mandatory for pursuing this field of study)
  3. Civil Engineering
  4. Data Science – Computer Science
  5. Data Science – Mathematics
  6. Data Science – Operations Research
  7. Data Science – Statistics
  8. Electrical Engineering
  9. Electronic Engineering
  10. Geology  (Studies to Hons. level will be required)
  11. Industrial Engineering
  12. Mechanical Engineering
  13. Metallurgy (Studies to Hons. level will be required)
  14. Mining Engineering

 

The Sasol Bursary programme comprises of a comprehensive package that includes both financial as well as developmental support throughout the study period. Bursaries are awarded for full-time university studies in Engineering and Science. Upon successful completion of the study period, students may be employed within the Sasol Group through our Graduate Development Programmes.  Note must be taken that Sasol Mainstream Bursaries have a workback and/or payback obligation.  Please note that this bursary programme does not accept Technical Maths/Math’s literacy.

 

Undergraduate Studies (B. Eng. Tech.) – University of Technology 

  1. Mine Surveying @ University of Johannesburg Only

How do I qualify?

To be considered for the Sasol Mainstream Undergraduate bursary, the applicant must meet the following minimum criteria:

  1. Must be a South African Citizen
  2. Registered or qualifying for possible registration at an approved South-African University for the following year
  3. Bursary offered to talented individuals who are planning to study full-time towards an undergraduate / postgraduate degree, to pursue selected Engineering, Science and Technology qualification for applicants nationally.
  4. Must be below the age of 30 at the time of the bursary application.

 

Application Criteria (Undergraduates)

  1. B.Eng. and B.Sc.Eng
  • Level 6:  70 -79% for Mathematics (not Maths Literacy)
  • Level 6:  70 -79% for Physical Science
  • Level 5:  60 – 69% for English First Additional language or
  • Level 5:  60 – 69% for English home language or
  • Level 4:  50 – 59% for English Second Additional language
  1. B.Eng. Tech.
  • Level 5:  60 – 69% for Mathematics (not Maths Literacy) and
  • Level 5:  60 – 69% for Physical Science and
  • Level 5:  60 – 69% for English First Additional language or
  • Level 5:  60 – 69% for English home language or
  • Level 4:  50 – 59% for English Second Additional language

 

General application criteria for students currently studying at university:

  1. Current 1st year students will apply with Grade 12 results.
  2. Current 2nd year students applying for third year will apply with 1st year results.
  3. Current 3rd year students applying for 4th year / Hons, will apply with 2nd year results.
  4. Hons. students applying for Masters, will apply with 3rd year results.
  5. Master students applying for PhD, will apply with Hons. results.
  6. Undergraduate students and Hons students must have passed all modules to meet minimum criteria.

Students currently in the second, third and fourth academic year of studies must apply with the academic results of the previous study year, with the following minimum requirements

  1. The student must be registered for full-time study this year towards the applicable degree qualification.
  2. Applications must be registered for full time studies towards an academic degree at an accredited and approved South African University. NB. Studies at the University of South Africa (UNISA) will not be considered/allowed.
  3. No bursaries will be awarded for studies at a University of Technology, except for studies in Mine Surveying.

 

Application criteria for current university undergraduate students –

(Academic year 1, 2, 3, 4 and Hons)

  1. A Minimum of 50% must be obtained for all courses which the student has registered for in the previous academic year.
  2. If a student is already studying towards the degree course for which he/she is applying for a bursary, the student must be registered for the degree course over the minimum study period for the degree involved (i.e. 4 years for engineering degree) and/or able to still complete studies in that minimum period of time.
  3. Students who are already on an extended study period or already added a year to the minimum study period (i.e. 5 years for an engineering degree) as well as individuals who are planning to register for an extended degree course, must not apply.
  4. Applications must be for full time studies towards an academic degree at an accredited and approved South African University.
  5. Studies at the University of South Africa (UNISA) will not be considered/allowed.
  6. No bursaries are awarded for studies at a University of Technology, except for studies in Mine Surveying.

 

Important information:

  1. Bursaries are awarded for standard degree courses over a minimum period (e.g. B.Sc. or B.Eng. for studies over a 4-year period).
  2. Students must study full time at a recognised and approved standard South African University. NB. Students may (for example) not register at a so-called distance-learning facility/institution – i.e. UNISA.
  3. Bursaries will under no circumstances be awarded for studies towards a so called dual/combined/hybrid degree course (e.g. B.Sc. Chemistry with Chemical Engineering, B.Eng. Mechatronics, B.Sc. Environmental & Geology etc.)
  4. Only one application per student will be accepted.
  5. Should an individual provide incorrect information during the application process and such information comes to the attention of Sasol at any later date, the invitation for the further selection process, the bursary offer or the bursary will be withdrawn/terminated with immediate effect – due to possible intentional/unintentional fraudulent action.
  6. NB. It is imperative that students understand that should the information provided during the application and/or the possible bursary interview and/or any later date differs – the application/bursary will be regarded as null and void.
  7. Mainstream Bursary shortlisting of individual for the next step in the selection process as well as identification of individuals to whom bursaries will be awarded are done carefully, considering our needs and strictly following the set selection criteria. We unfortunately have a limited number of bursaries available and this increases the competitiveness of applicants already meeting minimum criteria. We acknowledge the good academic performance and other attributes of applicants, however, candidates invited for our selection interviews or those to whom bursaries will be awarded to were academically more competitive and/or they fit our business requirements better.
  8. Taking into account that bursary selections are done well before students have their final results of the current study year, students apply with the results of the previous study year – for example students who applied for 1st year studies in 2026 (current matriculants) apply with grade 11 results. Should a bursary be awarded to an individual, it is done conditionally and will only be activated in the applicable study year (1st year – 2026) inter alia should the student’s previous results (current study year – Grade 12) be approximately equivalent to the results he/she applied with.
  9. If a student does not submit the necessary documentation or enters incorrect academic information, their application will be considered invalid under the “criteria not met” category.

If you have what it takes to become part of this exciting team, the Sasol programmes for South African youth are ready to change your life.

Notice:

  1. All applications should be submitted before close of business of the application closing date.
  2. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
  3. Applications by e-mail and/or not submitted via the Sasol bursaries website will not be considered.
  4. Applications from non-South African citizens will not be considered.

 

 

If you experience problems with your application, please contact:

Call 0860 106 235 for more information

What does a bursary include?

Sasol Mainstream Undergraduate Bursaries:

  1. Registration fees
  2. Tuition fees (no payment for repeat modules)
  3. Pocket money
  4. Meal allowance
  5. Accommodation allowance (An amount equal to the average rate for accommodation in a single room at a University residence at which the Sasol bursar is studying.)
  6. A once-off Computer and Calculator allowance
  7. Work opportunities (with a work-back obligation/pay-back obligation) – based on Company needs
  8. Development opportunities (e.g. possible vacation work after completion of 2nd and 3rd academic year of study).
  9. Psyche-social support (Student discussions / Workshops / EAP – Employee assistance programme @ Sasol etc.)

 

Please note:

  1. Prescribed tuition fees, registration fees and exam fees are paid directly to the university.
  2. Fees for accommodation are paid directly to the university if the student is staying in university-administered accommodation Students will be required to pay for any repeat subjects.
  3. In cases where the student elects to stay in non-university administered accommodation, monies in lieu of accommodation and meals will be paid directly to the individual. In such instances, the amounts will be limited to that prescribed in points 2 and 3 above.
  4. Book and pocket money will be paid directly to the individual.
  5. Payments in respect of the above are made twice a year. The first payment is made at the beginning of the first semester, and the second payment is made at the beginning of the second semester.
  6. Full details of the payment process and the requirements which must be met are communicated to successful applicants once a bursary has been awarded.

How do I apply?

Steps to follow when completing the bursary application form.

New User

  • Click here to apply or visit the About Us page, find the Now Open block and select Click Here to Apply
  • Select Register
  • Fill in the required details
  • Click on – Create New Account
  • You will receive an activation email, click on Activate Account
  • It will lead you to screen to verify your email and to create a password
  • Upon creation, you will be back on the login page
  • Enter your email and password
  • You have logged in
  • Click on South African Bursary Application (Top Left Corner)
  • Click on Undergraduate Applications
  • Supply required information
  • Read the disclaimer
  • Accept the disclaimer to proceed by clicking on the white button turning it blue
  • You can exit the page once you receive a response on your application (which will also be emailed to you)

Previously Registered

  • Click on Login
  • Supply login information
  • The form will take you to the section you have not completed

Forgot Password

  • Click on Request New Password
  • Supply email address you registered with
  • A password reset will be mailed to original registered email address
  • Once you receive your password via email, continue with login process

General Notes

  • Make sure to fill in required sections.
  • Each completed section will have a blue mark on the navigation at the top.
  • The Save and Continue button allocated at the bottom of each section enables you to save your data. Click on this button before you exit or continue to the next section.
  • If a section is incomplete and you click Submit, the page will give you error messages.
  • You may log out from the application form and use the login screen to complete your application form at a later stage before date of closure.
  • You will not be able to edit sections that you have submitted.
  • If you need to make changes to sections email Berlyne.Rasool@adcorpgroup.com for assistance.

Submit Application Form

  • Only once you have completed all required information, you will be allowed to submit your bursary application.
  • Remember to click on the button to accept the disclaimer.
  • If you have any queries contact 0860 106 235 or email Berlyne.Rasool@adcorpgroup.com

Notice:

  • Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
  • Applications by e-mail and/or not submitted via the Sasol bursaries website will not be considered.

Selection process

  • Applications should be submitted online only.
  • Applicants, who do not have internet access or access to an internet café in their area, may contact our Sasol Bursary Application Helpline at 086 010 6235 for support.
  • All applicants short-listed to attend an interview will be notified.
  • Applicants will be assessed online by means of a structured panel interview as well as psychometric tests.
  • All applications should be submitted before close of business of the application closing date.