Sasol Bursary South Africa 2025

Sasol Bursary is now offering opportunities for students to pursue their education in engineering, science, technology, and related fields. So, how can you take advantage of this awesome opportunity to secure your future? This guide will delve into detail regarding Sasol Bursary, from its eligibility requirements to the application process.

Overview of Sasol

Sasol Limited was founded in 1950 in Sasolburg, South Africa, and became the first company in the world to produce oil from coal. Now, Sasol is considered a global energy and chemical company, with listings on both the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) in South Africa and the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in the United States. Sasol consists of two distinct businesses that are focused on different markets: Chemicals and Energy.

Sasol Bursary 2025

The Sasol Bursary is a financial aid program offered by Sasol, one of the leading global chemical and energy companies. Its main aim is to support students in South Africa who are pursuing education in different fields. Here’s the breakdown for Sasol Bursary 2025:

What are the Fields and Expenses Covered by Sasol Bursary 2025?

There are two categories in which bursaries will be awarded. These categories are mentioned below:

STEM Bursary

The Sasol Foundation offers bursaries to deserving students who want to study full-time for an undergraduate degree and pursue careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The bursary is offered to the students in the following fields:

• Agricultural Science
• Chemistry
• Computer Science
• Data Science
• Education (in STEM subjects)
• Health Science
• Financial Science
• Engineering (All disciplines)
• Technology
• Mathematical Science

Non-STEM

These bursaries are specifically for qualifying students from Sasol’s fence line communities (municipalities or districts near Sasol plants or operations), children of Sasol Khanyisa shareholders, and children of Sasol employees who plan to pursue non-STEM qualifications.

The bursary will cover various expenses, such as registration fees, tuition fees, book allowance, accommodation, meals, a once-off allowance for a computer and a calculator, and a monthly payment. Furthermore, students who receive the bursary will receive additional support to help with their mental and emotional well-being. This support includes activities like group discussions, workshops, and access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at Sasol, which offers various services to help with personal challenges.

Sasol Bursary 2025 Eligibility Requirements

Satisfying the eligibility criteria is a must, or your application will not be considered. The following are the eligibility requirements set by Sasol Bursary 2025:

STEM

• You must be a South African citizen, and this applies to birthright citizenship only.
• Applicants must be younger than 25 years old.
• Applicants must either be in Matric or have cmpleted Matric within the last year.
• You must either be studying or planning to study full-time towards an undergraduate degree in one of the fields listed above in 2025.
• Applicants must be studying or have been accepted (or provisionally accepted) to enroll at a public university or university of technology in South Africa.
• For BEng/ BSc Eng/ BSc students: You need to have the following results:
  • At least Level 6 (70%) in Mathematics and Physical Science.
  • At least Level 5 (60%) in English (First Additional, Home, or Second Additional Language).
• For BEng Tech students, you need to have the following results:
  • At least Level 5 (60%) in Mathematics and Physical Science.
  • At least Level 5 (60%) in English (First Additional or Home Language).
  • At least Level 5 (50%) in English (Second Additional Language).
• If you are currently studying, you must have a minimum average of 60% across all modules.
• Applicants should not have registered for fewer than 5 modules in the previous year.
• You must not have failed any modules in the previous study year.
• Applicants must meet the university’s registration requirements for the 2025 academic year.
• Students pursuing degree studies related to future capabilities (Green Economy and Digitalization) will be prioritized.
• Your combined household income must be less than R600,000 per year.

Non-STEM

• You must be a South African citizen, and this applies to birthright citizenship only.
• Applicants must be younger than 25 years old.
• Applicants must either be in Matric or have completed Matric within the last year.
• You must either be studying or planning to study full-time towards an undergraduate degree in one of the fields listed above in 2025.
• Applicants must be studying or have been accepted (or provisionally accepted) to enroll at a public university or university of technology in South Africa.
• If you are currently studying, you must have a minimum average of 60% across all modules.
• You must have a minimum average of Level 5 (60%) for all the modules you registered for.
• Applicants should not have registered for fewer than 5 modules in the previous year.
• You must not have failed any modules in the previous study year.
• Applicants must meet the university’s registration requirements for the 2025 academic year.
• Your combined household income must be less than R600,000 per year.
• You must be either from Sasol’s fence line communities (municipalities or districts around Sasol plants/operations), a child of a Sasol Khanyisa shareholder, or a child of a Sasol employee.

Sasol Bursary 2025 Application Process

If you’re a new user who has not registered on the Sasol bursary website before, you must follow the provided steps to apply for Sasol bursary 2025:

• The first step is to register yourself on the Sasol Official Website. Provide all the relevant information to successfully register.
• An email will be sent to you to activate your account – just click on ‘Activate Account’. You will be then taken to a page where you can verify your email address and create a password.
• Once you’ve verified your email and set a password, you’ll taken to the login page. Simply sign in using your login credentials.
• Afterward, navigate to the ‘South African Bursary Application’ located in the top left corner.
• Next, press ‘Undergraduate Applications’.
• Complete the application form using up-to-date and valid details. Do not miss out on any part.
• You will get an email about your application. Once received, you can close the application.
• Applicants who have already registered on the Sasol bursary website may continue their application by logging in.

Documents Required

• Certified copy of ID document.
• A certified copy of the final results of Grade 11, if currently in Matric.
• A certified copy of your matric results/certificate (If you have completed the matric) is required.
• Certified copy of the year-end results for the most recent year completed, if currently studying.
• Proof of acceptance or provisional acceptance to a university or university of technology.

Wrap Up

You can only apply for the Sasol Bursary 2025 through the online platform, not other means. Make sure to apply for the bursary before the closing date of 13 September 2024.