KZN Tourism and Film Authority Bursary 2027
The KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority is inviting eligible South African students living in KwaZulu-Natal to apply for its 2027 Bursary Programme. The funding is aimed at students who are already studying, or planning to study, selected qualifications connected to the tourism, film and creative industries.
Applicants must be South African citizens residing in KwaZulu-Natal and must study, or intend to study, at a recognised and accredited tertiary institution located within the province. Depending on the institution and circumstances, the bursary may assist with tuition, accommodation and a monthly allowance.
Applications are submitted online, and prospective applicants should prepare all supporting documentation before starting the application process.
Quick Overview
| Bursary Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Bursary | KZN Tourism and Film Authority Bursary 2027 |
| Organisation | KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority |
| Location | KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Study level | Undergraduate and postgraduate |
| Eligible institutions | Recognised and accredited institutions in KwaZulu-Natal |
| Funding | Tuition, accommodation and R1,500 monthly allowance |
| Closing date | 31 October 2026 |
| Application method | Online |
About the KZN Tourism and Film Authority Bursary
The bursary is designed to support students pursuing studies that can contribute to KwaZulu-Natal’s tourism, film and creative sectors.
Funding is available for selected undergraduate programmes as well as postgraduate Animation studies. The programme therefore covers several different career pathways, from film and television production to tourism management, hospitality, animation and digital creative skills.
Students must meet the residency, citizenship, academic and institutional requirements before applying.
Fields of Study Covered
The bursary supports the following fields:
Undergraduate
- Film and TV Production
- Animation
- Acting for Film or TV
- Digital Skills, including Gaming, VFX, VR and AR
- Heritage and Cultural Tourism Studies
- Eco-Tourism
- Hospitality Management
- Tourism Management
Postgraduate
- Animation
Applicants should ensure that their chosen qualification falls within one of the fields listed above.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following eligibility conditions:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Reside in KwaZulu-Natal.
- Be currently in Matric or have completed Matric.
- Be studying, or intend to study, an eligible field.
- Be registered, or intend to register, at a recognised and accredited public or private tertiary institution in KwaZulu-Natal.
Preference will be given to students living with disabilities and previously disadvantaged students.
What Does the Bursary Cover?
The bursary may provide assistance towards several study-related costs.
Tuition Fees
For students attending public universities, tuition may be fully covered.
For students at private institutions, tuition funding is capped at government rates.
Accommodation
Accommodation assistance may be available for students who live at least 50 kilometres away from their institution.
Monthly Allowance
Successful applicants may also receive a R1,500 monthly allowance.
The exact funding received by an individual student may depend on the applicable bursary conditions and institution.
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare the following supporting documents:
- Certified copy of South African ID.
- Certified June Matric results if currently in Matric.
- Certified Matric certificate if Matric has already been completed.
- Certified full academic record or transcripts if currently studying.
- Proof of registration or acceptance from a tertiary institution in KwaZulu-Natal.
- The institution’s 2027 fee schedule on official letterhead.
- Proof of parents’ or guardians’ household income.
- Proof of disability, where applicable.
- A motivational letter explaining the applicant’s chosen field of study and why they should receive the bursary.
Household income evidence may include recent payslips, an employment letter, SASSA grant documentation, a pension slip or an affidavit where the parent or guardian is unemployed.
Income documents should not be older than three months.
Applicants should ensure that their documents are properly certified and uploaded in the required format before submitting their applications.
How to Apply for the KZN Tourism and Film Authority Bursary 2027
Applications must be completed online through the official bursary application portal.
Apply for the KZN Tourism and Film Authority Bursary 2027
Application Steps
- Open the official bursary application portal.
- Review the eligibility requirements and eligible fields of study.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Check that the information and documents are correct.
- Submit the application before the deadline.
Applicants should avoid waiting until the final day to submit, particularly if they still need to obtain certified documents or proof from their institution.
Bursary Closing Date
The application deadline is:
31 October 2026
Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted.
Students interested in the programme should therefore complete their applications before the deadline.
Selection Process
Applications will be assessed and shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applicants who do not receive feedback should regard their applications as unsuccessful.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not necessarily guarantee that an applicant will receive funding.
Important Things to Know
Before applying, prospective students should keep these points in mind:
- The bursary is specifically aimed at students residing in KwaZulu-Natal.
- The tertiary institution must be located within KwaZulu-Natal.
- The chosen qualification must fall within an eligible field.
- Some supporting documents must be certified.
- Household income documentation must be recent and not older than three months.
- Accommodation assistance applies where the student lives at least 50 kilometres from the institution.
- Students should upload all required documents before submitting the online application.
- The closing date is 31 October 2026.
Who Should Consider Applying?
This bursary may be relevant to KwaZulu-Natal students interested in careers such as:
- Film and television production
- Animation
- Acting
- Gaming and digital creative technologies
- Visual effects
- Virtual and augmented reality
- Heritage and cultural tourism
- Eco-tourism
- Hospitality
- Tourism management
Students should first confirm that their specific programme falls within the eligible field before applying.
Final Thoughts
The KZN Tourism and Film Authority Bursary 2027 provides an opportunity for eligible KwaZulu-Natal students to obtain financial assistance while pursuing selected qualifications in tourism, film and creative fields.
The bursary may assist with tuition and accommodation in qualifying circumstances, while successful students may also receive a R1,500 monthly allowance. Applicants should prepare their certified documents and submit the complete online application before 31 October 2026.
Official Application
Applications are submitted through the official KZN Tourism and Film Authority bursary portal:
Official Bursary Application Portal
Enquiries: bursaries@visitkznsa.com
Written by: Mbalizuke Nkosi
Published: 13 September 2026
Information checked: 13 September 2026
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