Hollywood bursary

ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED

The Hollywood Foundation is inviting students to apply for the Future is Bright bursary programme, for the 2026 academic year.

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Bursaries will be awarded for Undergraduate (Higher Certificate, Diploma or Degree), and Postgraduate studies, within the following fields:

• Data Science
• Digital Marketing / Marketing & Communication
• Finance & Accounting
• ICT (Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Information Technology and Information Systems, Software Engineering, System and Network Administration)
• Other fields (only if approved by the selection panel)

The aim of the bursary is to bridge the gap between high school and the work force – Hollywoodbets want to help the youth of South Africa, by funding their studies and thereby increasing their employment prospects. Read about the remarkable success story that highlights the impact of this initiative.
 

 

 

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MORE ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – EXPENSES COVERED & DURATION

The bursary may provide full or partial cover for study-related expenses – the amount of cover will depend on the candidates field of study and their academic results.

The bursary will cover pre-approved costs, specifically: registration fees, tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, study materials, accommodation and living assistance (where applicable and approved).

The bursary will NOT cover supplementary exams, non-prescribed materials, or other unrelated expenses.

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The bursary will cover 1 year of study at a time – students can reapply for funding each year.

 

MORE ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY PROGRAMME – VAC WORK & SELECTION

Students will be required to partake in vacation work at the company, for a minimum of half of the holiday period. Students will receive a transport stipend.

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After graduation, students may be required to take up employment at the company, at their sole discretion, to be employed within their graduate programme. The duration of employment will be equal to the duration of funding received.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete assessments and attend interviews before final selection is made.

 

Applicants will receive feedback on the status of their application (whether successful or unsuccessful), by the end of December 2025.
 

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION 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):

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• You must be a South African citizen
• You must have completed Matric or be currently in Matric
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification in one of the fields listed above, in 2026 (Full time Higher Certificates, National Certificates, Diplomas, Degrees and Postgraduate studies)
• You must be studying or intend on studying towards a qualification that is 12 months or longer
• You must be studying or have applied to study at a tertiary institution that is registered with the DHET in South Africa
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 65% in Matric mid-year or final results, if currently in Matric
• You must have achieved a minimum result of 65% per subject in Matric, if currently in Matric
• You must have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% at tertiary level latest results, if currently at tertiary level
• You must maintain a minimum overall average of 60% to be considered for funding for the next academic year
• You must NOT be receiving any other bursary, awards, internships, or emoluments, that bind you to enter the service of any organisation upon completion of your studies
• You must read and agree to the Terms and Conditions of the bursary (.pdf)

 

HOW TO APPLY FOR THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY

 

Applications must be submitted online at: Hollywood Foundation “Future is Bright” Bursary Application 2026

Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):

• ID document (certified copy)
• Matric certificate/statement of results
• Most recent academic results (final or interim, as applicable)
• Acceptance letter/ proof of application from your institution (on institutions letterhead)
• Detailed information regarding the chosen qualification
• Name and address of the registered institution
• Proforma invoice/ estimate invoice from your institution (must be broken down into: registration fees, tuition fees, prescribed study materials or textbooks, accommodation and living assistance (if applicable))
• Proof of banking details of the registered institution
• Proof of address (affidavit or utility bill)
• Motivational letter, written in your own words – explaining why you are applying and how the bursary will support your studies (maximum 2000 words) (read our tips on how to write a motivational letter for your bursary application)

 

CLOSING DATE FOR THE HOLLYWOOD FOUNDATION BURSARY

 

16 September 2025.
(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 Hollywood Foundation directly:
Bursaries Team
Email: bursaries@hollywoodfoundation.co.za
Contact page: https://hollywoodfoundation.co.za/contact-us/