The National Arts Counci (NAC)l invites post graduate students and registered education and training institutions that are involved in studies or provide tuition in the fields of theatre, dance, crafts, literature, music and visual arts to submit applications for bursary funding.
This invitation also extends to students applying for Bachelor of Technology degree in the arts.
Particular attention will be paid to post graduate qualifications that address rare skills required in the arts sector. Applications invited are for individual post graduate studies and block institution bursaries for undergraduate students who will be studying in South Africa during 2017.
The NAC was established in April, 1997 through an act of parliament (Act no.56 of 1997). The vision of the NAC is to promote, through the arts, the free expression of South Africa’s cultures.
The NAC is a national agency mandated by the Department of Arts and Culture, with the responsibility of developing South Africa’s creative industry by awarding grants to individuals and organisations in the arts. This is embedded in our mission which is to develop and promote excellence in the arts.
How to apply
The closing date for entries is 09 September 2016 at 16:00 and successful candidates will be announced on 11 December 2016. Application forms are available from the NAC office or click here to download the form.
Please note that late and incomplete applications will not be considered at all and no exceptions will be made.