TFG Fellowship Bursary

Who can apply

• Be a South African citizen
• Studying or intend on studying towards a research or coursework Masters Degree in Data Science or related qualifications
• Be entering your 1st or 2nd year of study in 2027
• Be studying or accepted to study at a recognised public South African university
• Demonstrate and maintain academic excellence
• Be innovative
• Be creative
• Have strong leadership capabilities
• Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups

What the bursary covers

• Tuition fees
• Living allowances
• Meal allowances
• Equipment
• An event to be hosted at the TFG Head Office in Cape Town

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Full academic record, including your latest results (June 2026 examination results/ progress reports)
• Proof of university acceptance
• Clear and professional profile photo (head and shoulders)

Full bursary documents checklist

How to apply

1. Check the requirements

   Make sure you meet every requirement listed above. Applications that miss one are usually rejected automatically.

2. Prepare your documents

   Scan clear copies of everything the provider asks for, certified where required.

3. Apply through the official channel
   • TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship Application 2027
   • Study Trust Bursary Applications Page

   Applications must be submitted online at: TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship Application 2027

   Applicants must read the Study Trust Bursary Applications Page before applying.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around September. Late applications are almost never accepted.

Applications for the current cycle have closed. This bursary usually opens again each year, so prepare your documents now and check back.

Genuine bursaries never charge an application fee. How to spot bursary scams

Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]
• Phone 011 403-1632

Contact the provider only with questions about this bursary. StudentBursaries.co.za does not process applications.

About TFG Fellowship

TFG (The Foschini Group) is a JSE-listed fashion and lifestyle retail group, owning brands such as Foschini, Markham and @home.