2026 CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary Programme

Deadline: Aug 29, 2025

undergraduate

fully funded

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

📖 About CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary Programme

The CSIR, in collaboration with the Sasol Foundation, provides financial support to full-time, unemployed students seeking qualifications in areas deemed a priority by the CSIR.

This bursary aims to attract and increase the participation of women, black individuals, and people with disabilities in science, engineering, and technology.

Areas for an Undergraduate Bursary

The bursary covers the following fields of study:

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

🎯 Obligations

Recipients are obligated to work back one year for every year funded by the CSIR and Sasol Foundation.

🎁 Benefits of CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary Programme

This is a comprehensive bursary that covers all costs associated with university studies, including:

For Undergraduates

Registration fees
Tuition fees
Books
Accommodation
Living allowances
Once-off laptop allowance

Additional Support

CSIR-SASOL Foundation students will also receive:

Recognition of top-performing students through CSIR Excellence Awards, certificates, and gifts.
Possible work placement opportunities at the CSIR and affiliated organisations.
Interview skills training for final-year students preparing for the workforce.
Opportunities to work on real-life projects addressing socioeconomic challenges (CSIR co-supervision).
Onboarding sessions to meet the CSIR and Sasol Foundation team.
Psychosocial support (academic and psychological support).
Student wellness programme.
Mentorship opportunities with senior CSIR professionals.
Vacation work opportunities of up to six weeks per annum.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

Current Grade 12 Learners

Must be a South African citizen.
Intend to enrol full-time for the degree of choice at a South African public university.
English: Level 5.
Mathematics: Level 6.
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.
Must have passed all registered courses for the completed study period at the university.

Required Documents

Applicants must submit the following:

An updated CV.
A copy of your certified identity document.
A copy of your latest academic record.
A copy of the Grade 11 final year results (for current Grade 12 learners).

Failure to attach these documents will result in your application being null and void.

📅 Application Date and Process

The call for 2026 applications is now open!

Application Deadline

Friday, 29 August 2025

How to Apply

Visit the official application portal: https://bursaryconnect.csir.co.za/

📞 Contact Information

For more information, please contact the CSIR Bursary Programme team:

Tel: +27 (12) 841 2616
Email: bursaryprogramme@csir.co.za

📄 Documents

🔗 Scholarship Application Portal

View details of the CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary Programme: CSIR-SASOL Foundation Bursary Programme

Apply here: https://bursaryconnect.csir.co.za/

Benefits

Registration fees
Tuition fees
Books
Accommodation
Living allowances
Once-off laptop allowance
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
Vacation work opportunities of up to six (6) weeks per annum.

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