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Call for National Bursary Applications for Film & Television Studies

National Film and Video Foundation of South AfricaRef: https://www.nfvf.co.za/call-for-national-bursary-applications-for-film-television-studies-7/

Official source

Source domain: nfvf.co.za

Collected on 5 July 2026

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What this means

The document is a call for applications for bursaries provided by the National Film Video Foundation (NFVF) for full-time studies in film and television at South African tertiary institutions. It details eligibility criteria, application requirements, selection criteria, qualifying expenses, and the application process, including deadlines. The bursaries aim to support students pursuing formal qualifications in film and TV disciplines within South Africa.

Facts

Reference

https://www.nfvf.co.za/call-for-national-bursary-applications-for-film-television-studies-7/

Amounts

R 600, R 50

Key Takeaways

  • organization: NFVF
  • application deadline: 31 August 2026 at 17h00
  • eligible applicants: South African citizens enrolled or intending to enroll full-time in film or TV studies at accredited institutions
  • financial need criterion: combined parental/guardian income less than R600,000 annually
  • funding coverage: full tuition, accommodation, meals, and resources (capped at R50,000 for first-year students)
  • application method: online form at www.nfvf.co.za or https://nfvf.praxisgms.co.za
  • contact persons: Thandekile Hlatshwayo (thandekileh@nfvf.co.za), Manti Sekwakwa Mmalebati (mantim@nfvf.co.za)

Dates

Closing Date

31 August 2026