Toyota Tsusho Africa Bursary
Toyota Tsusho Africa (administered by StudyTrust)
The Toyota Tsusho Africa Bursary funds South African students in engineering, IT and digital business fields aligned with the global trading arm of the Toyota Group, with practical work experience and pathway into Toyota Tsusho's graduate programme.
- Amount
- Tuition fees + textbooks + monthly allowance
- Deadline
- 15 January 2027
- Duration
- Full degree duration (subject to academic performance)
- Renewable
- Yes
Eligible Fields of Study
Toyota Tsusho Africa (administered by StudyTrust) supports students in the following disciplines
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓ South African citizen or permanent resident
- ✓ Strong academic performance - minimum 65% average in previous studies
- ✓ Studying in one of the bursary's focus fields
- ✓ Combined household income below R750,000 per annum
- ✓ Strong leadership qualities and commitment to making a positive impact
- ✓ Studying at a recognised South African tertiary institution
What's Included
- ✓ Full tuition fees
- ✓ Textbooks
- ✓ Monthly living allowance
- ✓ Vacation work at Toyota Tsusho operations
- ✓ Mentorship and career development
- ✓ Pathway into the Toyota Tsusho graduate programme
How to Apply
Steps to complete your Toyota Tsusho Africa (administered by StudyTrust) bursary application
- 1
Watch the StudyTrust Toyota bursary page for application opening (typically May/June)
- 2
Register and complete the online bursary application
- 3
Upload your certified ID, academic transcripts and proof of household income
- 4
Write a motivational letter outlining your career aspirations
- 5
Submit before the 30 September closing date
- 6
Attend interviews and assessments if shortlisted
Required Documents
- 📄 Certified ID copy
- 📄 Academic transcripts
- 📄 Matric certificate (if applicable)
- 📄 Proof of acceptance or registration at a recognised university
- 📄 Proof of household income
- 📄 Motivational letter outlining career aspirations
- 📄 CV
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which fields does the Toyota Tsusho bursary fund?
- Mechanical, Electrical and Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology and Digital Business - all aligned with Toyota Tsusho Africa's trading and industrial operations.
- What academic results do I need?
- A minimum average of 65% in your previous studies (matric or latest tertiary results), plus demonstrated leadership qualities.
- What's the household income limit for the Toyota Tsusho bursary?
- Combined household income must be below R750,000 per annum - slightly higher than many other corporate bursary thresholds.
- When do Toyota Tsusho bursary applications open?
- Applications typically open in May or June each year and close on 30 September. Watch the StudyTrust Toyota bursary page for current cycle dates.
Ready to apply?
Applications close on 15 January 2027
Apply on Toyota Tsusho Africa (administered by StudyTrust)'s official siteInformation verified 2026-06-22. Always confirm details on the funder's official website before applying.
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