Key Facts
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2027
Eligibility Requirements
- South African citizen or permanent resident
- Classified as Black under the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice
- 35 years old or younger
- Completed Matric
- Studying, or intending to study, a STEM-related qualification at an accredited South African tertiary institution
- From a financially disadvantaged background, in need of financial assistance
Documents Needed
- Completed StudyTrust online application
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified copy of Matric certificate or latest academic results
- Proof of household income / financial need
- Proof of registration or acceptance at a tertiary institution
About Thermo Fisher Scientific Phambili Trust Bursary
The Thermo Fisher Scientific Phambili Trust Bursary is funded by the Thermo Fisher Scientific Phambili Trust, a broad-based Black economic empowerment (B-BBEE) trust established by LTC Tech SA, the South African partner of global scientific instrumentation company Thermo Fisher Scientific. The Trust operates as an independently administered entity that carries the Thermo Fisher Scientific name as its funding vehicle, rather than a direct in-house Thermo Fisher programme.
The bursary supports Black South African students studying STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) fields at accredited tertiary institutions, covering tuition fees and living costs for the academic year, renewable subject to continued academic performance. Applications and enquiries are administered on the Trust's behalf by StudyTrust.
Funding Details
Cover for tuition fees and living costs for the academic year. Awards are typically for one year but may be renewed based on continued academic performance and ongoing eligibility.
Where You Can Study
The Trust has funded students at a number of South African universities, including the University of the Witwatersrand, the University of Pretoria, Stellenbosch University, and the University of Cape Town, among other partner institutions.
About Thermo Fisher Scientific Phambili Trust
The Thermo Fisher Scientific Phambili Trust is a broad-based Black economic empowerment (B-BBEE) trust established by LTC Tech SA, Thermo Fisher Scientific's South African partner. Thermo Fisher Scientific is a global sc…
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South African citizens or permanent residents who are Black as defined under the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice, aged 35 or younger, who have completed Matric and are studying or intend to study a STEM-related qualification at an accredited South African tertiary institution, and who come from a financially disadvantaged background.
Application Procedure
Apply directly with the provider using the official application link below, before the closing date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the relationship between Thermo Fisher Scientific and the Trust?
The Trust was established by LTC Tech SA, Thermo Fisher Scientific's South African partner, as a B-BBEE trust. It carries the Thermo Fisher Scientific name but is administered as an independent trust, not a direct Thermo Fisher programme.
Who is eligible to apply?
Black South African citizens or permanent residents, 35 or younger, who have completed Matric and are studying (or plan to study) a STEM field at an accredited institution.
What does the bursary cover?
Tuition fees and living costs for the academic year, renewable based on academic performance.
How do I apply?
Applications are administered by StudyTrust on the Trust's behalf - apply online via the Trust's website or the StudyTrust platform.
When do applications open and close?
Applications for the 2027 academic year opened on 1 May 2026. A confirmed closing date could not be verified at the time of writing - check tfsphambilitrust.co.za for the current deadline.
