The KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority invites qualifying South African students residing in KwaZulu-Natal to apply for the 2027 Bursary Programme.
Bursary Application Closing Date: 31 October 2026
Bursary Location: KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Study Level: Matriculants and undergraduate students
Eligible Institutions: Recognised tertiary institutions in KwaZulu-Natal
The bursary supports studies linked to film, television, animation, digital skills, tourism, heritage and hospitality.
About the KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority Bursary
The bursary programme is aimed at developing skills needed in KwaZulu-Natal’s tourism, film and creative industries.
Eligible students can apply for financial assistance towards relevant tertiary qualifications offered by recognised institutions in KwaZulu-Natal.
Fields of Study
The 2027 bursary programme supports several areas of study, including:
- Film and Television Production
- Animation
- Digital Creative Production
- Acting for Film or Television
- Tourism Management
- Heritage and Cultural Tourism Studies
- Eco-Tourism
- Hospitality Management
- Digital Skills
Applicants should confirm that their exact qualification is accepted before submitting an application.
Film and Television Production
Relevant areas may include:
- Film directing
- Production
- Cinematography
- Camera operation
- Scriptwriting
- Video editing
- Post-production
- Film production management
- Sound recording and production
Animation and Digital Skills
Applicants interested in animation and digital creative production may pursue qualifications involving:
- 2D animation
- 3D animation
- Digital storytelling
- Character design
- Visual effects
- Gaming
- Virtual reality
- Augmented reality
The supplied advert expressly includes animation and digital skills.
Tourism and Hospitality Fields
The bursary may also support studies in:
- Tourism Management
- Heritage and Cultural Tourism
- Eco-Tourism
- Hospitality Management
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Reside in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Be matriculants or undergraduate students.
- Be registered or in the process of registering for an eligible qualification.
- Intend to study at a recognised tertiary institution in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Pursue a qualification related to film, television, animation, acting, digital skills, tourism or hospitality.
Can Current Grade 12 Learners Apply?
Yes.
The bursary includes matriculants who are registered or in the process of registering for eligible studies.
Current Grade 12 learners preparing for tertiary study in 2027 may therefore apply, subject to the bursary’s supporting-document and admission requirements.
Can Current University Students Apply?
Yes.
Current undergraduate students may apply if they are pursuing eligible studies at recognised tertiary institutions in KwaZulu-Natal.
Can Students From Other Provinces Apply?
No, based on the supplied eligibility criteria.
Applicants must be residents of KwaZulu-Natal Province.
South African citizenship alone is not sufficient if the applicant resides outside KwaZulu-Natal.
What Does the Bursary Cover?
The supplied 2027 advertisement confirms that bursary funding is available but does not provide a complete funding breakdown.
Applicants should therefore not assume that the 2027 bursary automatically covers:
- Full tuition
- Accommodation
- Monthly allowances
- Books
- Transport
- Other study expenses
The exact 2027 funding package should be confirmed directly with the Authority.
Documents to Prepare
The supplied advert does not provide a complete compulsory document checklist.
However, applicants may need to prepare:
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Proof of KwaZulu-Natal residence.
- Latest Grade 12 results or Matric certificate.
- Latest academic record if already studying.
- Proof of tertiary application, admission or registration.
- Fee quotation or fee schedule.
- Household income information, where requested.
- Motivational letter, where required.
Applicants should follow the exact document requirements shown on the official application portal.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority bursary channels.
Click here to view the KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority Bursary 2027 information
Click here to apply for KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority Bursaries 2027
Applicants should:
- Read the eligibility requirements carefully.
- Register or log in to the official bursary portal.
- Complete the application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Review the application before submission.
- Keep any confirmation or reference number issued by the system.
Closing Date
31 October 2026
The supplied notice does not specify a closing time, so applicants are encouraged to submit well before the deadline.