ABOUT THE BURSARY PROVIDER – KZN TOURISM AND FILM AUTHORITY
The KwaZulu-Natal Tourism Authority (TKZN) and the KwaZulu-Natal Film Commission (KZNFC) have now combined forces to form a unified organization aimed at enhancing the province’s promotion through dynamic film and media projects.
This new entity, the KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority, was officially established following the passing of an Act in May 2024. Its primary responsibilities include crafting a comprehensive provincial tourism and audiovisual strategy, while also positioning KwaZulu-Natal as a prime destination for film tourism.
The KZNFC bursary programme was initiated in 2014 to help address the skills shortage of the Film industry within KwaZulu-Natal.
ABOUT THE KZN FILM BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
The KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme, for the 2025 academic year.
Bursaries will be awarded to students residing in KwaZulu-Natal, for studies at institutions within KZN, within the following fields:
- Film/ Television Production (undergraduate)
- Animation (undergraduate or postgraduate)
ABOUT THE KZN FILM BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED
The bursary will provide cover for the following expenses: full tuition fees, accommodation (for students residing at least 50km for their institution) and a monthly allowance.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE KZN FILM BURSARY
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must reside with KwaZulu-Natal province
- You must have completed Matric or be currently in Matric
- You must be studying or intend on studying towards a Film/ TV/ Animation-related qualification, at NQF Level 6 or higher (the bursary does NOT fund acting studies)
- You must be studying or registering to study at a recognised and accredited public tertiary institution, in KwaZulu-Natal
- Preference will be given to: students living with disabilities and previously disadvantaged students
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE BURSARY FOR THE KZN FILM BURSARY
Download and complete the KZN Film Bursary Application Form 2025 (.pdf)
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed bursary application form (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric June 2024 results, if currently in Matric (certified copy)
- Matric certificate, if completed Matric (certified copy)
- Full academic record/ transcripts, if currently studying (certified copy)
- Proof of registration/ acceptance at a tertiary institution in KwaZulu-Natal (on institutions letterhead)
- Institution’s fee schedule for 2025 (on institutions letterhead)
- Parents or guardians proof of household income (latest payslips or letter of employment if employed/ proof of SASSA grant if applicable/ pension slip if on pension/ affidavit if unemployed etc) (not older than 3 months)
- Proof of disability, if disabled (letter from a doctor)
- Motivational letter explaining why you chose this field of study and why you should receive a bursary (include details of achievements / academic prizes or awards if applicable)
Applications must be submitted via email to: bursary@kznfilm.co.za
(Please insert the words “KZN Film Bursary 2025” in the email subject line).
CLOSING DATE FOR THE KZN FILM BURSARY
31 October 2024.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact the KZN Film Commission directly:
Tel: 031 003 9000
Email: bursary@kznfilm.co.za
Contact page: https://kznfilm.co.za/contact-us/
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