Information reviewed 20 September 2026
Bursary planning works best when study choice, funding conditions and career goals are considered together. This guide focuses on students entering or continuing diploma or bachelor-level study and helps you prepare before applying to individual funding programmes.
Who this guide is for
Matric learners, first-time students and continuing undergraduate students who need funding for Media And Communications study.
For Media And Communications, also compare funding from creative industries, media, cultural organisations, agencies and education-focused funders. A programme can be national, province-specific, institution-specific or linked to a future employment requirement.
Common undergraduate requirements
Providers often look at school or university results, admission status, citizenship or residency, financial need and whether the qualification falls within the programme’s funded fields.
What undergraduate funding may cover
Depending on the bursary, support can include registration, tuition, textbooks, accommodation, meals, transport, data, devices or a living allowance.
Application quality checklist
- Confirm that Media And Communications is actually funded by the programme.
- Check the qualification level, institution rules and academic thresholds.
- Prepare clear documents before the closing date.
- Use consistent names, ID details and contact information across the application.
- Keep proof of submission and monitor legitimate email or applicant portals.
Funding safety
Do not assume a bursary is legitimate because it appears in a social-media message. Verify the provider and application channel independently. Real bursary applications should not require your bank PIN or OTP. Funding details, deadlines and annual eligibility rules can change, so confirm the final requirements before submitting.