Organisation : Sasol Foundation
Announcement : Sasol Foundation Bursaries
Applicable for : South African citizens
Closing Date : 31 August 2019
Website : https://sasolbursaries.com/welcome
Sasol Bursaries
** The Sasol Foundation is offering all-inclusive bursaries to talented individuals who are planning to study full-time towards an Undergraduate Degree to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) for applicants Nationally.
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To be considered, you must be a South African citizen and have acceptance or provisional acceptance for studies at a South African public University or University of Technology for 2020.
The Sasol Foundation is also offering STEM and Non-STEM bursaries exclusively for qualifying children of Sasol employees, Sasol Khanyisa/Inzalo shareholders as well as applicants from Sasol fenceline communities.
What can I study?
** The Sasol Foundation is offering all-inclusive bursaries to talented individuals who are planning to study full-time towards an Undergraduate Degree or Diploma to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) for applicants Nationally. To be considered, you must be a South African citizen and have acceptance or provisional acceptance for studies at a South African public University or University of Technology for 2020.
** The Sasol Foundation is also offering STEM and Non-STEM bursaries exclusively for qualifying Children of Sasol Employees, Sasol Khanyisa/Inzalo Shareholders as well as applicants from Sasol fenceline communities. To be considered, you must be a South African citizen and have acceptance or provisional acceptance for studies at a South African public University or University of Technology for 2020.
** Please note that applicants who are in Grade 12 in 2019 must submit the Grade 11 final results. All other applicants may submit end of year results for 2018 or whichever year they have completed Grade 12. Applicants who were enrolled at a Higher Learning Insititution may use the end of year ( 2018) results to apply.
How do I qualify?
To be considered for the Sasol Foundation bursary, the applicant must meet the following minimum criteria :
** Be a South African Citizen.
** Must have acceptance or provisional acceptance for studies at a South African University or University of Technology for 2020.
** Combined Household Income must be less than 600 000 per annum
** Must have obtained a minimum of 50% in all subjects.
Non-STEM bursaries are reserved only for qualifying Children of Sasol Employees, Khanyisa/Inzalo Shareholders or Candidates from Sasol Fenceline communities.
NB :
** The final selection will prioritise financially needy and academically competitive candidates.
** Selected individuals must be willing to go through and Interviews as well as psychometric assessments
** Please note that applicants who are in Grade 12 in 2019 must submit the Grade 11 final results. All other applicants may submit end of year results for 2018 or whichever year they have completed Grade 12. Applicants who were enrolled at a Higher Learning Insititution may use the end of year results to apply
How do I apply?
** Steps to follow when completing the bursary application form
New User
** On the Home page Click on Log In
** Select Register
** Fill in the required details and tick the CAPTCHA button
** Click on Create New Account
** You will receive an activation email, click on Activate Account
** It will lead you to screen to verify email and create password
** Upon creation, you will be back on the log in page
** Enter your email and password
** You have logged in
** Click on Sasol Foundation Bursary application ( Top Left Corner)
** Supply required information
** Read Disclaimer
** Accept 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
** Previously registered user forgot password
** Click on request new password
** Supply email address you registered with
** A password reset will be e-mailed to original registered e-mail address
** Once you receive your password via e-mail, continue with login process
General Notes
** 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 save and continue 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 logout 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 AT adcorpgroup.com for assistance
Submit Application Form
** Only once you have completed all required information, will you 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
Bursary Include
The Sasol Foundation bursary is a comprehensive bursary which includes the following:
** 100% of the prescribed university tuition fees, registration fees and exam fees.
** An amount equal to the average rate for accommodation in a standard single room at a university residence, at the university at which the Sasol bursar is studying. This rate is determined by Sasol Foundation in conjunction with the university.
** An amount for meals based on three meals per day, as determined by the university.
** An amount for book and pocket money
Selection process
** Applications should be submitted to Sasol by 31 August 2019, for the 2020 academic year
** Applications should be submitted online . For more info go to the How do I Apply page
** Applicants, who do not have internet access or access to an internet cafe in their area, may contact our Sasol Bursary Application Helpline at 086 010 6235 for support.
All applicants will undergo screening based on the following criteria:
** South African citizenship
** Household income verification
** Acceptance/ conditional acceptance to university/ University of technology
** Academic performance of the applicants
** Selected candidates will further be invited for Interviews and psychometric testing will take place in Secunda from 24 – 27 September 2019.
** The final outcome of the selection events will be communicated to applicants by the end-of-October 2019.
** Successful candidates will be provided with comprehensive documentation relating to the Sasol Foundation Bursary Programme, as well as a written contract and other documentation for completion. Bursaries are awarded for commencement in 2020 academic year and no payments are made in respect of studies already completed.
FAQ On Sasol Foundation Bursary
Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the Sasol Foundation Bursary:
Q: What is the Sasol Foundation Bursary?
A: The Sasol Foundation Bursary is a financial aid program that provides funding to academically talented and deserving South African students who are studying towards a degree in engineering, science, or technology at a South African university.
Q: Who is eligible for the Sasol Foundation Bursary?
A: To be eligible for the Sasol Foundation Bursary, applicants must be South African citizens or permanent residents, have a strong academic record, be studying towards a degree in engineering, science, or technology, and be in financial need.
Q: How do I apply for the Sasol Foundation Bursary?
A: Applications for the Sasol Foundation Bursary are done online through the Sasol Foundation website. The application process typically opens in May and closes in August each year. Applicants will need to provide their academic transcripts, proof of income, and a motivation letter.
Q: What does the Sasol Foundation Bursary cover?
A: The Sasol Foundation Bursary covers tuition fees, accommodation, a stipend for living expenses, and a travel allowance for students who are studying away from home.