Key Facts
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- Field of Study
- Study Level
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen
- Completed matric
- Studying, or planning to study, a qualification that suits a retail business
- Preference for students with disabilities
- Preference for previously disadvantaged students in their second or third year
Documents Needed
- Curriculum vitae
- Academic record
- Motivation of no more than 250 words
- Certified copy of your ID
About Truworths Bursary
The Truworths Bursary supports South African students who want a career in fashion retail and the business that sits behind it. Truworths is a South African fashion retailer, and it accepts bursary applications through its online careers portal.
We found no 2027 call on the portal when we checked on 8 November 2026. The terms below come from copies of earlier adverts, so confirm them with Truworths.
Funding Details
The copies do not state what the bursary pays for, how much it pays, or whether you must work for Truworths afterwards. Earlier adverts mention a motivation of no more than 250 words, which suggests that the company reads each one with care.
Ask the company for the terms in writing. If you receive an offer, read the agreement closely and ask about any service period.
Truworths also advertises learnerships, which are different from bursaries. If you cannot study full time, look at those instead.
Retail is a fast industry, so employers look for people who learn quickly. Mention any holiday job, charity stall or school project that taught you about customers or money. Even a small example helps, because it shows that you understand how a shop works and that you are ready to learn the rest. Keep the whole motivation short and specific.
Where You Can Study
The copies do not name institutions. Students normally study at a South African university or university of technology. Ask Truworths whether your own institution and qualification are accepted before you apply.
If you study at a private college, ask Truworths whether it funds students there. Do not assume that it does.
If you have a disability, say so clearly in your application, since the company states a preference for such students. Describe the support that you need, if any, so that the company can plan. Applicants who are previously disadvantaged and in their second or third year should state their year of study and their expected graduation date.
About Truworths
About Truworths Truworths is one of South Africa's best-known fashion retailers. Its story began in 1917 with the Alliance Trading Company, which later became Truworths. The group is listed on the JSE, and its head offic…
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- 1 Mostert Street, Cape Town, 8001
- Phone
- 021 460 7788
- services@truworths.co.za
Fields of Study & Who Can Apply
The copies say that the minimum requirements are South African citizenship and a completed matric. Truworths prefers students with disabilities, and previously disadvantaged students who are in their second or third year of study. Earlier adverts also welcomed final-year and honours students.
The copies do not list a fixed set of fields. A retailer of this size needs finance and accounting staff, buyers, merchandise planners, information technology specialists, supply chain staff and designers. Tell the company what you study and how it links to the business.
Show that you know the brand. A strong motivation explains why you want to work in retail and what you can bring to the company.
Application Procedure
Apply online through the Truworths careers portal. The copies say that shortlisted candidates may be asked to attend an interview, and that if you do not hear from Truworths, your application was unsuccessful. Use only the company's own portal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Truworths bursary open now?
We found no 2027 call. Check the careers portal for the current round.
How long can my motivation be?
Earlier adverts asked for no more than 250 words. Check the current limit.
Will Truworths contact me if I fail?
The copies say that no feedback means the application was unsuccessful.
