Deadline: August 29, 2025
Applications are open for the CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary 2026. The CSIR, in collaboration with the Sasol Foundation, provides financial support to full-time, unemployed students seeking qualifications in areas that are deemed a priority by the CSIR.
The areas of an undergraduate bursary include:
- Mechatronic Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Computer Science
- Chemical Engineering
- Material Flow Analysis
- Process Engineering/Life cycle assessment
- Information Technology
- Data Science
- Industrial Engineering
- Genetics/Cell Biology
- System Engineering
Scholarship
This is a comprehensive bursary, and it covers all the costs associated with university studies, such as:
- Registration fees
- Tuition fees
- Books
- Accommodation
- Living allowances
- Once-off laptop allowance
Additional Benefits
CSIR-Sasol Foundation students will also receive additional support through the following initiatives:
- Recognition of top performing students – CSIR Excellence Awards, certificates and gifts handed out;
- Possible work placement opportunities at the CSIR and other affiliated organisations;
- Interview skills training offered to final year students in preparation for the world of work;
- Opportunity to work on real-life projects that address socioeconomic challenges through your research (CSIR co-supervision);
- Onboarding session and an opportunity to meet the CSIR and Sasol Foundation team;
- Psychosocial support (e.g. academic and psychological support);
- Student wellness programme;
- Opportunity to be paired with senior CSIR professionals through a mentorship programme; and
- Vacation work opportunities of up to six (6) weeks per annum.
Eligibility
Current Grade 12 learners:
- South African citizen;
- Must intend to enrol full-time for the degree of choice at a South African public university;
- English (Level 5);
- Mathematics (Level 6); and
- Physical Science (Level 6).
Current university students:
- Must be a South African citizen;
- Planning to enrol full-time at a South African university for 2025; and
- Must have passed all registered courses for the completed study period at the university.
Application
The following documents must accompany your application:
- An updated CV;
- A copy of your certified identity document;
- A copy of your latest academic record; and
- A copy of the Grade 11 final year results (for current Grade 12 learners).
For more information, visit CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary.
