Tiger Brands Bursary

Fields of study

• Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial)
• Food Science / Technology
• Supply Chain and Logistics
• Finance / Accounting (CA(SA) Stream)
• Data Science / Information Technology

Who can apply

• Be South African citizen
• Have completed Matric
• Be studying towards an undergraduate qualification, preferably within a field that is critical to Tiger Brands’ business need
• Currently be in your 1st year of study
• Be entering your 2nd year of study in 2027 (the year which you are applying for funding for)
• Have proven financial need
• Have strong academic potential in pure Mathematics, Accounting and Science
• Have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric and semester 1
• Be studying at a recognised university in South Africa
• Be enrolled at an institution that meets Tiger Brands’ criteria for a minimum of 6 months at the time of application
• Preference may be given, but not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups

What the bursary covers

• Tuition fees
• Accommodation
• Prescribed books
• A monthly stipend

Documents you will need

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric certificate (certified copy)
• Academic transcripts/ record for 1st semester in 1st year of study (certified copy)
• Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips if employed/ affidavit if unemployed/ proof of pension or SASSA grant if applicable) (certified copies)

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
   Email [email protected]

   Students who meet the above criteria, may apply via email to: [email protected] (Insert the words “Tiger Brands Graduate Bursary” in the email subject line).

   Note: there is no application form to be completed for this bursary application – students need only submit the list of documents below to apply.

4. Submit before the closing date

   Usually closes around October. 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.

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Contact the bursary provider

• Email [email protected]

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

About Tiger Brands

Tiger Brands is one of South Africa's largest food manufacturers, with brands such as Jungle Oats, Tastic and All Gold.