The BASF External Bursary Programme provides funding for eligible South African students studying towards selected qualifications at recognised higher education institutions in South Africa.
The programme runs for 12 months and combines financial support with career-readiness, mentorship and vacation-work opportunities.
BASF Bursary Details
| Bursary | BASF External Bursary Programme |
| Company | BASF South Africa |
| Programme Duration | 12 months |
| Study Level | Higher Education |
| Study Location | South Africa |
| Citizenship | South African citizens |
| Minimum Average | 65% |
| Institution | Recognised Institution of Higher Learning |
| Closing Date | Not published on the official bursary page |
What Does the BASF Bursary Cover?
Successful bursary recipients can receive support for:
- University tuition fees
- University-accredited accommodation
- Textbook allowance
- Laptop allowance for the first year of the programme
- Meal allowance
Additional Benefits
The programme also provides:
- Career & Work Readiness Programme
- Structured mentorship programme
- Structured vacation work programme
- Wellness programme
- BASF company-branded merchandise
Priority Fields of Study
BASF’s current official bursary page lists the following priority qualifications.
Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
BSc / Science & Agriculture
- Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Pharmacy
- Agriculture
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Be studying or planning to study full-time.
- Study at a recognised Institution of Higher Learning in South Africa.
- Have a latest academic record showing an average mark of at least 65%.
- Be pursuing one of BASF’s priority qualifications.
Who Can Apply?
The programme is relevant to students who are already studying, as well as applicants who plan to study full-time at a recognised South African higher education institution.
Your latest academic results must demonstrate the required minimum 65% average.
Closing Date
CLOSING DATE NOT PUBLISHED
The official BASF bursary page currently does not state a specific application closing date. NextStepZA should therefore avoid publishing an unverified deadline.
Applicants should check the official BASF bursary page for the current application status and any updated deadline.
How to Apply
Applications should be made through the official BASF Southern Africa Careers platform.
Apply for the BASF Bursary Programme
Before applying, make sure your latest academic record is available and that your qualification falls within BASF’s listed priority fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the BASF Bursary Programme?
It is a 12-month external bursary programme designed to provide funding for higher education studies in South Africa.
How much must I achieve academically?
BASF requires a latest academic record with an average mark of at least 65%.
What does the bursary cover?
It covers tuition, accredited accommodation, textbooks, a first-year laptop allowance and a meal allowance.
Does BASF provide mentorship?
Yes. Selected bursary recipients have access to a structured mentorship programme and a Career & Work Readiness Programme.
Is vacation work included?
Yes. BASF lists a Structured Vacation Work Programme as one of the benefits.
Which engineering fields are supported?
The current BASF page lists Chemical, Industrial, Mining, Mechanical, Metallurgical and Biomedical Engineering.
Which science fields are supported?
The listed fields include Chemistry, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmacy and Agriculture.
Do I need to be a South African citizen?
Yes. South African citizenship is one of BASF’s stated eligibility requirements.