NATIONAL DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM (NDT) BURSARIES 2026

Fully Funded External Bursary Programme – Apply Before 13 March 2026

The National Department of Tourism (NDT) invites South African students to apply for its 2026 Academic Year External Bursary Programme. This opportunity supports students studying towards Diploma, Degree, Honours, MSc, MTech, or Master’s qualifications in priority fields.

Closing Date: 13 March 2026


What You’ll Study (Funded Fields)

Bursaries are available in the following disciplines:

  • Construction Management
  • Digital Transformation
  • Business Analytics
  • Graphic Design / Communication Science / Strategic Communication
  • Computer Science / Information Technology / Software Development
  • Law
  • Data Science / Data Analytics
  • Development Studies
  • Economics
  • Facility Management / Property Management
  • Forensic Auditing / Internal Auditing / Information Systems Auditing
  • Humanities (Social Sciences)
  • Information & Knowledge Management
  • Industrial / Organisational Psychology
  • Operations Management / Organisational Development
  • Risk Management
  • Statistics


Bursary Benefits

  • Covers the remainder of your approved study period
  • Renewable annually based on academic performance
  • Formal contractual agreement with the Department

Requirements

Applicants must submit:

  • Completed bursary application form
  • Certified copy of South African ID
  • Certified academic certificates
  • Latest academic transcripts
  • Proof of registration at a recognised institution
  • Proof of parent/guardian income
  • Motivational letter


How to Apply

Submit your application through one of the following:

Hand Delivery
Tourism House
17 Trevenna Street
Sunnyside, Pretoria

Post
Private Bag X 424
Pretoria, 0001

Email
[email protected]

Only successful applicants will be contacted.


Enquiries

Mr Gregory Moroke: (012) 444 6166
Ms Marjorie Sibiya: (012) 444 6174

Apply before 13 March 2026 to secure your chance at funded studies through the National Department of Tourism.