The Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT SETA) provides bursary funding to support financially disadvantaged South African students pursuing full-time qualifications in fields related to the media, information and communication technology sectors.

The programme aims to develop skilled professionals who can contribute to South Africa’s growing digital, media and communications industries.

Important: MICT SETA does not currently provide a direct individual student application form. Bursary funding is made available through partnerships with NSFAS, universities and TVET colleges. Students must apply through the relevant funding partner.

About the MICT SETA Bursary Programme

MICT SETA supports deserving and financially challenged South African citizens pursuing full-time studies in fields that fall within its sectors.

The bursary programme is delivered through partnerships with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), universities and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges.

Funding is intended to help students access higher education and develop skills needed by the media and ICT industries.

Fields of Study

MICT SETA supports full-time qualifications within its sector.

Relevant study areas may include:

Information Technology and Computing

Information Technology
Computer Science
Information Systems
Software Development
Application Development
Data-related studies

Telecommunications and Electronics

Telecommunications
Electronic Engineering
Electronics
Network-related studies

Media and Communication

Journalism
Film and Television
Broadcasting
Media Studies
Public Relations and Communication

Advertising and Digital Media

Advertising
Marketing
Digital Media
Multimedia-related studies

Please note that MICT SETA does not publish a complete list of eligible qualifications on its bursary page. Your university or TVET college must confirm whether your specific course qualifies for its funding.

Who Can Apply?

The official MICT SETA bursary information identifies the following broad requirements:

Applicants must be South African citizens.
Applicants must be pursuing full-time studies.
Their qualifications must fall within the MICT SETA sectors.
Applicants should be academically deserving.
Applicants should demonstrate financial need.

The specific academic requirements, age limits, household-income thresholds and other selection conditions may depend on the institution or organisation administering the funding. Confirm these requirements before applying.

What Does the MICT SETA Bursary Cover?

MICT SETA provides bursary funding to support full-time studies in relevant sector fields.

The exact funding package and value are not published as a fixed amount on the official bursary page.

Applicants should contact their institution’s financial aid or bursary office to establish:

Which study costs are covered.
Whether tuition fees are funded.
Whether accommodation and prescribed study materials are included.
Whether additional allowances are available.
Whether the funding is renewable.

How to Apply for the MICT SETA Bursary 2027

Students cannot currently submit a direct bursary application to MICT SETA through a public student application form.

Instead, follow these steps:

Step 1: Contact your institution

Visit the financial aid or bursary office at your university or TVET college.

Step 2: Ask about MICT SETA funding

Ask whether your institution participates in the MICT SETA bursary programme and whether it has funding available for the 2027 academic year.

Step 3: Confirm your eligibility

Check whether your qualification is supported and ask about the institution’s academic and financial requirements.

Step 4: Prepare your supporting documents

Your institution may request the following:

Certified copy of your South African ID.
Latest academic results or academic transcript.
Matric certificate or statement of results, where applicable.
Proof of university or TVET college acceptance or registration.
Proof of household income or financial need.
Motivational letter, if requested.
Any additional documents required by the institution.

Step 5: Submit your application

Follow the application process and deadline provided by your institution or funding partner.

Important: MICT SETA 2027/28 Funding Window

MICT SETA published a Discretionary Grant Advertisement for the 2027/28 financial year on 2 November 2026.

The funding window includes the following bursary targets:

600 new bursary enrolments for unemployed learners.
90 new bursary enrolments for employed workers.
130 bursaries for TVET lecturers.

The funding window is open to eligible organisations and constituent stakeholders operating within the MICT sub-sectors.

Closing date: 30 November 2026 at midnight.

This is an organisational funding application, not a direct application for individual students. Universities, TVET colleges and other eligible organisations may apply for funding and subsequently select learners in accordance with their approved programmes.

Organisations can access the official funding information through the MICT SETA website:

https://mict.org.za/what-we-do/discretionary-grants/

When Do Student Applications Open?

MICT SETA has not published a separate national closing date or direct student application window for the 2027 bursary intake on its official bursary page.

Student application dates depend on the participating institution or funding partner.

Students are encouraged to contact their institutions regularly and monitor official MICT SETA announcements.

Contact Details

For enquiries about bursary funding and institutional partnerships, contact MICT SETA:

Website: https://mict.org.za/

Telephone: 011 207 2600

Bursary information: https://mict.org.za/bursaries/

Discretionary grants: https://mict.org.za/what-we-do/discretionary-grants/

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is the MICT SETA Bursary open for 2027?

MICT SETA has advertised its 2027/28 discretionary grant funding window for eligible organisations. However, a separate direct student application window has not been published.

2. Can I apply directly to MICT SETA?

No public individual student application form is provided. Students must approach participating universities, TVET colleges or relevant funding partners.

3. Which courses are covered by MICT SETA?

The programme supports full-time studies in fields within the media, information and communication technology sectors. Examples include IT, computer science, telecommunications, electronics, journalism, film and television, and advertising.

4. Can TVET college students benefit?

Yes. MICT SETA works with most TVET colleges and supports full-time studies within its sectors.

5. Does MICT SETA fund university students?

Yes. MICT SETA works with universities and other higher education partners to support qualifying students.

6. How much is the MICT SETA Bursary worth?

The official bursary page does not publish a fixed funding amount. The funding package should be confirmed with the institution administering the bursary.

7. What is the MICT SETA 2027 bursary closing date?

There is no single national student closing date published. Individual institutions or funding partners determine their own application processes and deadlines.

8. What is the 30 November 2026 deadline?

This is the closing date for the 2027/28 MICT SETA Discretionary Grant funding window for eligible organisations. It is not an individual student application deadline.

Take Your Next Step

If you are planning to study Information Technology, Computer Science, Media, Telecommunications or another relevant qualification in 2027, contact your university or TVET college and ask about MICT SETA bursary funding.

Keep checking official announcements so you do not miss an opportunity to receive financial support for your studies.

Your next step towards a career in technology starts here!