The Hollywood Foundation is inviting qualifying South African students to apply for the Future is Bright Bursary Programme 2027.
The bursary is aimed at students who intend to study full-time at a DHET-registered tertiary institution in South Africa during the 2027 academic year.
Depending on the approved funding and applicant circumstances, successful students may receive full or partial financial assistance towards approved study-related expenses.
The programme supports students across selected fields, including Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance and Accounting, Business Management, Data Science, Marketing, Communications, Supply Chain Management and other approved areas.
Employer / Bursary Provider
Organisation: Hollywood Foundation
Programme: Future is Bright Bursary Programme 2027
Study Level: Undergraduate, Honours, Advanced Diploma and approved postgraduate studies
Study Mode: Full-time
Institution: DHET-registered tertiary institution in South Africa
Location: South Africa
Citizenship: South African citizens
Duration Requirement: Qualification must be at least 12 months
Closing Date: 3 September 2026 at 12:00 midday
Application Method: Online
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
- Be studying or intending to study full-time in 2027.
- Apply for an approved field of study.
- Study or intend to study at a DHET-registered tertiary institution.
- Be enrolled in or applying for a qualification that is at least 12 months long.
- Meet the required academic minimums.
- Agree to the bursary’s terms and conditions.
- Not hold another bursary or award that requires them to work for another organisation after completing their studies.
The programme does not cover TVET college studies according to the supplied information.
Eligible Fields of Study
The Future is Bright Bursary supports selected fields including:
- Architectural Design
- Business Management
- Data Science
- Finance and Accounting
- BCom Law
- Graphic Design
- Human Resources Management
- Information Technology
- Computer Science
- Computer Engineering
- Cybersecurity
- Information Systems
- Software Engineering
- Systems and Network Administration
- Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Communications
- Media and Communications
- Project Management
- Supply Chain Management
- Logistics Management
Applicants should confirm that their exact qualification falls within an approved field before submitting an application.
Study Levels Funded
The programme may support:
- Higher Certificates
- National Certificates
- Diplomas
- Degrees
- Honours
- Advanced Diplomas
- Other approved postgraduate studies
According to the supplied information, the bursary does not fund:
- Master’s degrees
- PhD studies
- Other senior qualifications outside the approved funding categories
Academic Requirements
Matric Applicants
Applicants currently in Matric must have:
- A minimum 65% overall average in their mid-year or final results.
- At least 65% per subject in Matric.
Applicants should submit their latest available results that clearly demonstrate the required academic performance.
Current Tertiary Students
Students already studying at tertiary level must have:
- A minimum 60% overall average in their latest academic results.
To remain eligible for future funding, recipients must maintain at least:
- 60% overall average
The Foundation’s published bursary terms similarly state a 60% tertiary-results threshold for consideration for continued funding.
Bursary Coverage
The Future is Bright Bursary may provide full or partial funding, depending on the applicant’s field of study, academic performance and approved bursary allocation.
Funding may include approved costs such as:
- Registration fees.
- Tuition fees.
- Prescribed textbooks.
- Approved study materials.
- Accommodation, where approved.
- Living assistance, where approved.
The exact funding package can vary between applicants.
Applicants should therefore carefully review the bursary terms before accepting an award.
Costs Not Covered
The supplied information states that the bursary does not cover:
- Supplementary examination fees.
- Non-prescribed study materials.
- Unrelated personal expenses.
- Other costs that have not been approved under the bursary.
Applicants should not assume that every university or personal expense will automatically be covered.
Vacation Work Requirement
Successful bursary recipients may be required to participate in vacation work with the company.
Students may be required to spend at least:
50% of their holiday period on vacation work
A transport stipend may be provided for the vacation-work period.
The Foundation’s published terms also specify a minimum 50% holiday-period vacation-work requirement and a transport stipend.
Possible Employment After Graduation
Applicants should carefully consider the bursary’s post-study conditions before accepting funding.
Successful recipients may be given an employment opportunity with the company at its discretion after completing their approved qualification.
The applicable employment or retention period may be linked to the period for which the bursary funding was received, depending on the terms of the award.
The Foundation’s published terms state that the organisation has an opportunity to offer employment after successful completion and that further service conditions can apply if employment is taken up.
Institution Requirements
Applicants must study or intend to study at a tertiary institution that is:
Registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
The qualification must also be:
- Full-time.
- At least 12 months in duration.
- Within an approved field of study.
TVET college studies are not covered according to the supplied 2027 information.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare clear copies of:
- Certified South African ID.
- Matric certificate or statement of results.
- Most recent academic results.
- Acceptance letter or proof of application from the institution.
- Detailed information about the chosen qualification.
- Name and address of the registered institution.
- Proforma or estimated invoice from the institution.
- Proof of banking details of the institution.
- Proof of residential address.
- Motivational letter.
Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
The Foundation’s published bursary terms also list the ID, proof of address, Matric results, qualification information, motivation letter, acceptance letter and institutional fee/proforma information among the application requirements.
Proforma Invoice Requirements
The institutional invoice or cost estimate should clearly show applicable costs such as:
- Registration fees.
- Tuition fees.
- Prescribed textbooks or study materials.
- Accommodation, where applicable.
- Living assistance, where applicable.
Applicants should request a detailed cost estimate from their institution where required.
Motivational Letter
Applicants must submit a motivational letter written in their own words.
The letter should explain:
- Why you are applying for the bursary.
- Why you believe you should receive the funding.
- How the bursary will support your studies.
- How your chosen qualification fits into your future career plans.
Maximum length: 2,000 words
Applicants should avoid copying generic motivational letters from the internet. The strongest application should clearly explain the applicant’s own academic journey, goals and circumstances.
External and Internal Applications
There are separate application routes.
External Applicants
The external route is intended for applicants who are:
- Not employees of Hollywoodbets.
- Not immediate family members or relatives of employees of Hollywoodbets or related entities.
Internal Applicants
The internal route is intended for:
- Hollywood Group employees.
- Relatives of Hollywood Group team members.
Applicants should select the correct application route when completing the online application.
Selection Process
Shortlisted applicants may be required to:
- Complete assessments.
- Attend interviews.
- Participate in additional selection activities.
The final bursary decision will be made after the selection process has been completed.
Applicants are expected to receive feedback on their applications by:
End of December 2026
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online.
- Visit the official Hollywood Foundation applications page.
- Find the Future is Bright Bursary Programme application.
- Select the correct internal or external application route.
- Review the eligibility requirements.
- Prepare all required supporting documents.
- Complete the application form accurately.
- Upload clear copies of the required documents.
- Upload your motivational letter.
- Check that your institutional information and fee estimates are correct.
- Review the complete application before submitting.
- Submit the application before 12:00 midday on 3 September 2026.
- Keep a copy of your application and confirmation for your records.
Official Application Link
Hollywood Foundation Applications
Applicants should use the official Hollywood Foundation application platform and select the appropriate Future is Bright Bursary application route.
Bursary Application Closing Date
Closing Date: 3 September 2026 at 12:00 midday
Late applications will not be accepted.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to complete the application well before midday on the closing date, particularly because supporting documents and institutional fee information may take time to obtain.
Bursary Enquiries
Hollywood Foundation Bursaries Team
Email: bursaries@hollywoodfoundation.co.za
Applicants should use the bursary enquiry contact for questions relating specifically to the application.
Important Application Notes
Applicants should remember:
- South African citizenship is required for external applicants.
- The qualification must be studied full-time.
- The qualification must be at least 12 months long.
- The institution must be registered with DHET.
- TVET college studies are not covered according to the supplied information.
- Master’s and PhD programmes are not funded according to the supplied information.
- Matric applicants require at least a 65% overall average.
- Matric applicants must meet the stated 65% per-subject requirement.
- Current tertiary students require at least a 60% overall average.
- Students must maintain at least 60% for consideration for future funding.
- Applicants cannot hold another bursary or award that binds them to employment elsewhere.
- Vacation work may be required.
- A transport stipend may be provided for vacation work.
- Employment after graduation may be offered subject to the applicable terms.
- Incomplete applications may be disqualified.
- Applicants may be required to complete assessments and interviews.
- Applications close at 12:00 midday on 3 September 2026.
Application Checklist
Before submitting your application, confirm that:
- You are a qualifying South African citizen.
- You are currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
- You meet the required academic average.
- Your chosen field is approved.
- Your qualification is at least 12 months long.
- Your study mode will be full-time.
- Your institution is DHET-registered.
- You have your certified ID copy.
- You have your Matric certificate or statement of results.
- You have your latest academic results.
- You have an acceptance letter or proof of application.
- You have detailed information about your qualification.
- You have your institution’s name and address.
- You have a proforma or estimated institutional invoice.
- You have proof of the institution’s banking details where required.
- You have proof of residential address.
- Your motivational letter is written in your own words.
- Your application route is correct.
- All supporting documents are clear and complete.
- You submit before 12:00 midday on 3 September 2026.
Expert Guidance
Career expert YouthScope Editorial Team advises applicants to prepare all required documents before applying. Ensure your CV is updated, your qualifications are certified where required, and submit your application well before the closing date to avoid technical issues. Always apply only through the employer’s official recruitment website and keep a copy of your confirmation for your records.
For this bursary, applicants should pay particular attention to the academic thresholds, approved fields, DHET institution requirement and motivational letter. Applicants should also carefully read the funding, vacation-work and possible post-graduation employment conditions before accepting an award.
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can apply for the Future is Bright Bursary 2027?
Qualifying South African students who meet the academic, citizenship, study-level, field-of-study and institution requirements can apply.
2. What average does a Matric applicant need?
Matric applicants must have a minimum 65% overall average and meet the stated 65% per-subject requirement.
3. What average do current tertiary students need?
Current tertiary students must have a minimum 60% overall average in their latest academic results.
4. What does the bursary cover?
Depending on the approved funding, the bursary may cover costs such as registration, tuition, prescribed textbooks and other approved study-related expenses. Full or partial funding may be awarded.
5. Can I study at a TVET college?
According to the supplied 2027 information, TVET college studies are not covered. Applicants must study or intend to study at a DHET-registered tertiary institution.
6. Does the bursary cover Master’s or PhD studies?
According to the supplied information, Master’s and PhD studies are not funded.
7. Is vacation work required?
Recipients may be required to participate in vacation work. The Foundation’s published terms specify a minimum 50% of the holiday period for vacation work and provide for a transport stipend.
8. When does the application close?
Applications close on 3 September 2026 at 12:00 midday. Late applications will not be accepted.
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✅ Published by: YouthScope Editorial Team
✅ Last Updated: 10 August 2026
✅ Information Source: Official organisation announcement and Hollywood Foundation information
✅ Status: Reviewed for accuracy
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