The FEDISA Fashion School Bursary supports South African students who wish to pursue tertiary qualifications in fashion, design, merchandising or media at the FEDISA campuses in Cape Town or Sandton. 

FEDISA (Pty) Ltd is a registered private higher-education institution offering fashion-industry qualifications. 

The bursary is part of FEDISA’s commitment to nurturing talented creatives and supporting the next generation of fashion professionals.

Fields of Study Covered

The bursary is available for two undergraduate programmes at FEDISA:

  • The Diploma in Fashion Merchandising, Marketing & Media (NQF Level 6) at either campus.
  • The Bachelor of Arts in Fashion (NQF Level 7) at either campus.
    These qualifications cover design, business, marketing, and media aspects of the fashion industry.

FEDISA Fashion School Bursary Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the 2026 bursary, applicants must meet:

  1. Be a South African citizen and resident.
  2. Have completed Matric (Grade 12) or be currently in Matric.
  3. Achieve (or be on track to achieve) a Bachelor’s pass or a Diploma pass in Matric.
  4. Be passionate about a career in fashion (for example, fashion designer, stylist, buyer, or editor).
  5. Meet FEDISA’s entrance criteria for the selected programme (Diploma or BA) and be fluent in English (as courses are offered in English).

What the FEDISA Fashion School Bursary Covers

The bursary is described as a part-bursary valued at R 50,000 each for two winners (one at Cape Town campus, one at the Sandton campus) for the 2026 academic year.

It covers part of the tuition fees only. Applicants remain responsible for registration fees, books, consumables, kits, transport, accommodation, and living costs.

FEDISA Fashion School Bursary Application Process

The 2026 bursary programme (called the “Future Vision” bursary) requires applicants to:

  1. Complete the online application via FEDISA’s website.
  2. Create and submit a runway look: using any materials or used garments to style a model from head to toe (hair, makeup, hat, shoes), submit photos (front, back, side, close-ups), and proof of expenses (budget not to exceed R500).
  3. Attach certified copies of required documents: ID, Matric certificate or latest results if still in Matric, receipts and breakdown of costs used for runway look, motivational letter (max 500 words) explaining why the applicant wants the bursary and what inspired their look.

Applications must be submitted by the closing date (see next heading).

FEDISA Fashion School Bursary Closing Date

For the 2026 cycle, the closing date is 15 August 2026.

FEDISA Fashion School Bursary Contact Details

FAQs

South African citizens who have completed Matric or are in their final Matric year and who meet FEDISA entrance criteria for the chosen programme.
The bursary supports the Diploma in Fashion Merchandising Marketing and Media and the Bachelor of Arts in Fashion at FEDISA campuses.
Two bursaries are available for 2026. One award is for the Cape Town campus and one is for the Sandton campus.
Each bursary contributes R50 000 towards tuition for one academic year. Winners must cover other costs not included in the award.
Applicants must produce a runway look, submit photos showing multiple angles and close ups, provide a concept statement and supply a cost breakdown for the materials used.
Certified ID copy, Matric certificate or latest results, proof of acceptance or enrolment, a 500 word motivation, a reference or testimonial and receipts for runway look expenses.
The closing date is 15 August 2026. Confirm the deadline on the official FEDISA website before you submit.
Winners are notified by email and telephone. FEDISA will also publish results on its official website and social channels by the date stated in the announcement.
Yes. Current students who meet the eligibility and who submit the required creative entry and documents may apply.
Contact FEDISA at [email protected] or call 021 424 0975 for bursary queries and application support.

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