Gert-Johan Coetzee Studios
Gert-Johan Coetzee Bursary
Closes
7 September 2026
Value
Tuition, laptop, sewing machine
Level
Undergraduate / Diploma
For
SA citizens aged 18+
Sector
Fashion & Design
Type
Bursary & Internship
About this bursary
The Gert-Johan Coetzee Bursary supports creative South African students studying towards a 3-year Fashion Design qualification at the North West School of Design in Klerksdorp. Created by designer Gert-Johan Coetzee together with NWSD, this funding covers tuition and essential design equipment to help launch a career in fashion.
This award aims to assist passionate candidates who wish to build professional skills in fashion. It removes financial barriers and helps strengthen the local clothing and textile industry by encouraging new local design talent.
Recipients gain practical experience through two annual internships at Gert-Johan Coetzee Studios. Funding does not cover living costs, daily transport, accommodation, or materials needed for student projects.
Courses of study covered
What the bursary covers
Who can apply
You qualify if
- You must be a South African citizen.
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You need a Matric qualification with a Diploma endorsement or an equivalent result.
- You must plan to study full-time for a 3-year Fashion Design diploma at the North West School of Design in Klerksdorp, starting February 2027.
- You must be ready to commit to the full 3-year duration of the programme.
- You must be fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- You must review the NWSD course prospectus prior to submitting an application.
You do not qualify if
- Applicants who are under 18 years old.
- Non-South African citizens.
- Students pursuing qualifications at institutions other than the North West School of Design.
Documents you need to submit
- Completed online application form on the NWSD website
- Copy of Matric certificate or latest Grade 12 results
- Copy of South African identity document
- Social media video submission meeting specified prompt guidelines
Ensure your documents are clear and legible before uploading.
How to apply
- 1Follow @nwsdfashion, @gertjohancoetzee, and @berninarsa on Instagram.
- 2Complete the official course application on the North West School of Design website.
- 3Record a short video up to 90 seconds introducing yourself and answering what story you would tell through fashion and why.
- 4Post your video on Instagram or TikTok, tag @nwsdfashion and @gertjohancoetzee, and include the hashtag #GertBursary2026.
- 5Share the video post to your Instagram Story and tag @nwsdfashion.
All application steps and social media posts must be completed before the deadline.