Applicants of the NFVF Bursary must satisfy the minimum requirements to be considered for funding. These are discussed below:
For National Bursary
- Must be a citizen of South Africa
- Must have completed Matric
- Must have an average of at least 50% in their studies
- Must have registered or is provisionally registered to study full-time towards a TV or Film qualification. This means a postgraduate or undergraduate degree or diploma, not in any acting or performance arts courses
- Must have registered or is provisionally registered to study at one of the accredited tertiary institutions in South Africa – preferably to the accredited public tertiary institutions
- Must have a proven financial need – meaning they must have a total annual gross income of R600 000 and below
- Must have a strong academic record
- Preference goes to students who are previously disadvantaged
For International Bursary
- South African citizen
- Excellent academic performance
- Proven financial need
- Enrolled at an accredited tertiary institution outside South Africa for a full-time postgraduate film/TV degree
- Must apply at least 6 months before the course starts
Since the requirements for bursaries can change over time, it’s essential to refer to the latest information from the NFVF Bursary to ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria and can submit a successful application.