TFG Data Science and Leadership Fellowship
The Data Science and Leadership Fellowship for Young South Africans, supported by TFG
(The Foschini Group)
At TFG, we believe that data scientists are key to making informed decisions for a better world. Critically, they hold the key to solving some of the most pressing challenges facing our country. Harvesting insights contained within big data, they can help to focus scarce resources where they are needed most, and at precisely the right scale.
Data is also key to modern business, and even more so for a leading omni-channel retailer like TFG. Our vision, to create the most remarkable omni-channel experiences for our customers, is enabled by mining data for the sharpest, most relevant insights, and the ability to assimilate and interpret a multitude of data points in a complex, ever-changing environment.
About TFG
TFG (The Foschini Group) holds a diversified portfolio of specialty retail assets across various product categories and consumer segments. The Group has a portfolio of 39 leading retail brands, with over 4900 outlets in 22 countries on five continents, offering customers a variety of products including fashion apparel, jewellery, cosmetics, sporting apparel, electronics, homeware and furniture.
TFG has the largest specialty fashion and lifestyle retail footprint in South Africa and a growing presence in the UK and Australia employing more than 50000 people.
With its vision to create the most remarkable omnichannel experiences for its customers, TFG has launched Bash, which is now the No. 1 South African Fashion and Lifestyle shopping app where the Group’s sought-after retail brands and loyal customers come together seamlessly in one virtual platform.
Selection criteria
The Data Science and Leadership Fellowship will fund the first and second year of study towards either a research or coursework Masters Degree in Data Science, across five designated Tier One South African public institutions of higher learning. Successful candidates will be selected based on academic excellence, and high levels of innovation, creativity and leadership.
The Fellowship is open to all South Africans although preference will be given to under-represented groups.
Study field
Research or coursework Masters Degrees in Data Science or related qualifications.
What the Scholarship covers
The fellowship covers full tuition fees, living and meal allowances, equipment, textbooks, coaching and mentoring support and an event to be hosted at the TFG Head Office in Cape Town.
How to apply
Applications must be completed on StudyTrust’s online application platform – see Apply Here button below.
Closing date
- Application Season: 31 October.
- Please carefully read the instructions on our Bursary Applications page before beginning your application.
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We administer bursaries and scholarships, provide mentoring and support to help tertiary students thrive academically and personally.
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