TFG Fellowship Bursary South Africa 2026

The Foschini Group (TFG Limited) is a South African retail giant listed on the JSE, known for its portfolio of popular clothing, footwear, jewellery, and tech brands. With both in-store and online retail channels, TFG delivers innovative omnichannel shopping experiences across the country.

TFG also invests in building a strong network of young data scientists, recognising that data is essential to modern business decisions. The company aims to extract valuable insights from data and apply them to drive progress and solve real-world challenges.

About the TFG Fellowship Bursary Programme – Fields Covered

TFG is inviting students to apply for the TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship for the 2026 academic year.

This bursary programme is targeted at students pursuing a research or coursework-based Master’s Degree in Data Science or related fields. TFG believes data scientists play a vital role in solving national issues by helping allocate scarce resources through insights derived from big data.

The programme aims to develop a pipeline of qualified data specialists who can contribute meaningfully to both the company and the country.

About the TFG Fellowship Programme – Expenses Covered

The fellowship bursary will cover the following costs:

• Tuition fees
• Living allowance
• Meal allowance
• Study equipment
• An exclusive fellowship event hosted at TFG Head Office in Cape Town

Eligibility Requirements for the TFG Fellowship

Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:

• Must be a South African citizen
• Must be studying or intending to study toward a Master’s Degree (research or coursework) in Data Science or a related field
• Must be entering 1st or 2nd year of study in 2026
• Must be studying or accepted at a public South African university
• Must demonstrate academic excellence
• Must be creative and innovative
• Must possess strong leadership capabilities
• Preference will be given to candidates from designated groups

How to Apply for the TFG Fellowship

Applications must be submitted online via the official TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship Application for 2026.

Applicants should also review the Study Trust Bursary Applications Page before applying.

Be sure to enter “TFG” as the fellowship name and state how you heard about it if prompted.

The following supporting documents must be submitted with your application:

• Certified copy of your South African ID
• Full academic record, including June 2025 results or latest progress reports
• Proof of university acceptance for 2026
• Clear, professional head-and-shoulders photo

Closing Date for the TFG Fellowship

30 September 2025
(Applications submitted after this date will not be considered. Be sure to apply before the deadline.)