Genesis Analytics is inviting eligible South African students to apply for the Genesis Educational Foundation Trust (GEFT) Postgraduate Bursary for the 2027 academic year. This bursary supports postgraduate study at Honours or Master’s level in selected fields linked to economics, development and public health. The official Workable listing identifies the opportunity as “Genesis Educational Foundation Trust (GEFT) Postgraduate Bursary – 2027 Academic.” Workable
At a glance
Sponsor/host: Genesis Analytics / Genesis Educational Foundation Trust (GEFT)
Opportunity type: Postgraduate bursary
Academic year funded: 2027
Study level: Honours or Master’s degree
Fields supported: Economics and related fields; Public Health
Who it’s for: South African students from previously disadvantaged backgrounds who meet the academic and study-field requirements
Application method: Online via the official Genesis Analytics Workable application page
Closing date: 21 August 2026
Last verified: 3 August 2026
High-value notes (read this first)
- This bursary is for postgraduate study only.
- The supported study levels are Honours and Master’s.
- Applicants should be pursuing study in Economics, related fields, or Public Health.
- Applications must be submitted through the official Genesis Analytics Workable page.
- Applicants should prepare a complete document set before starting the online application.
- Because the application window is short, apply well before the closing date.
- Do not send documents by email unless Genesis specifically instructs you to do so.
About the sponsor
Genesis Analytics is an African-founded advisory and consulting firm. The Genesis Educational Foundation Trust supports the educational and professional development of young people, with a focus on fields linked to economics, development and public health.For more information visit the Genesis Analytics website
What it covers
The bursary is intended to support postgraduate study costs. Applicants should confirm the exact funding package and conditions through the official Workable application process or any award documentation issued by Genesis Analytics.
Potential support may include study-related costs such as:
- Tuition support
- Books and study materials
- Other study-related support, depending on the award conditions
Eligibility
Applicants should meet the following broad requirements:
- Be South African citizens
- Be from a previously disadvantaged background
- Be studying or intending to study towards an Honours or Master’s degree in the approved fields
- Be studying at a recognised South African university
- Meet the academic requirements stated in the official application process
Fields of study supported
The bursary supports postgraduate study in:
- Economics
- Economics-related fields
- Public Health
Documents to prepare
Applicants should prepare:
- Comprehensive CV
- Copy of South African ID
- One-page motivational letter
- Full academic transcripts
- Recent writing sample, such as an assignment, essay or research proposal
- Any additional documents requested by the Workable application form
Closing date
21 August 2026.
Apply early so that you have enough time to prepare documents, complete the online form and correct any upload issues before the deadline.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying for undergraduate funding
- Applying for a field outside Economics, related disciplines or Public Health
- Uploading incomplete academic transcripts
- Forgeting the motivational letter
- Submitting a weak or generic motivation
- Uploading a writing sample that does not properly reflect your own academic writing
- Waiting until the final day to submit
- Using third-party application routes instead of the official Genesis Analytics Workable page
How this opportunity was verified
This opportunity was verified using the official Genesis Analytics Workable listing for “Genesis Educational Foundation Trust (GEFT) Postgraduate Bursary – 2027 Academic.” The official listing page is the source that applicants should use for the final application instructions and online submission.
How to apply
- Open the official Genesis Analytics Workable application page.
- Read the bursary requirements carefully.
- Prepare your CV, South African ID, motivational letter, academic transcripts and writing sample.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Review your application before submitting.
- Submit before 21 August 2026.
- Keep proof of submission.