The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027 is now open for applications. If you are a South African citizen under 35 years old, residing and studying within the Gauteng province, this opportunity could help you fund your education. In this article, we will explain everything you need to know about the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027: who qualifies, what fields are covered, what expenses are included, and how to apply before the closing date.
About the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation
The mission of the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation is to work in an integrated manner to create an enabling environment and accelerated social transformation for sporting, artistic and cultural excellence, by:
- Facilitating talent identification and development in partnership with key stakeholders
- Positioning the business of sport and creative industries as catalysts for sustainable economic growth
- Modernisation of the economy through the bidding and hosting of major sporting and cultural events
- Providing universal access to sport, arts, cultural activities, library, archival services and facilities
- Identifying, promoting and preserving heritage
The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation is inviting students to apply for their bursary programme for the 2027 academic year.
Organisation: Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation • Focus: Sport, Arts, Culture, Recreation • Academic Year: 2027
What Fields of Study Are Covered?
The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027 will be awarded to students residing in Gauteng for undergraduate studies within the following fields:
- Archive and Records Management (Bachelor’s degree)
- Library and Information Science (Bachelor’s degree)
Expenses Covered
The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027 will provide cover for the following expenses:
- Tuition fees
- Registration fees
Note: The bursary will NOT cover books, transport, and accommodation expenses.
Eligibility Requirements for the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027
Before you apply for the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027, check that you meet all the requirements below. If you miss any requirement, your application will not be considered.
- You must be a South African citizen
- You must be residing and studying within the Gauteng province
- You must be under 35 years old
- You must be studying or intend on studying towards an undergraduate qualification in one of the fields listed above
- You must be studying or registered/provisionally accepted to study at a recognised and accredited public tertiary institution in South Africa (the bursary will NOT cover studies at private institutions)
- You must NOT be permanently employed
Required Documents
Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your completed application form.
- ID or passport
- All academic qualifications completed
- Proof of registration or provisional acceptance from a tertiary institution (on institution’s letterhead)
- Full official recent academic transcripts / results, if currently studying (on institution’s letterhead)
- Copies of any study-related quotes
- Curriculum Vitae
- Proof of residence
- Motivational letter, including: why you should be awarded the bursary, what your plans are after graduation, and benefits for you and the Gauteng society
How to Apply for the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027
Follow these steps to submit your application for the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027. Applications must be submitted via post or hand delivery.
Step 1: Check Your Eligibility
Make sure you meet all the eligibility requirements listed above, including being a South African citizen under 35, residing and studying in Gauteng, and not being permanently employed.
Step 2: Download the Application Form
Download and complete the official Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary Application Form by clicking the button below.
Direct form link: https://www.edufunds.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Bursary-Application-Form.pdf
Step 3: Prepare Your Documents
Gather all the required documents listed above, including your motivational letter explaining why you should be awarded the bursary, your plans after graduation, and benefits for you and Gauteng society.
Step 4: Submit Your Application
Submit your completed application form and supporting documents via one of the following methods:
Post:
Provincial Archivist
Gauteng Provincial Archives
Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation
Private Bag X33
Marshalltown
Johannesburg
2000
Hand Delivery:
Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Head Office
5 Hollard Street
Mayibuye House
Marshalltown
Johannesburg
Step 5: Submit Before the Deadline
⏰ Closing Date for the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027: 30 September 2026. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted. Please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.
Contact Information
If you have any queries related to the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027, please contact the Department directly:
- Telephone: 011 355 2803 / 011 245 1863 / 071 678 7799
Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027 – Quick Summary
- Organisation: Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation
- Bursary Name: Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary Programme
- Academic Year: 2027
- Who can apply: South African citizens under 35 years old
- Residency requirement: Residing and studying in Gauteng province
- Fields of study: Archive and Records Management (Bachelor’s), Library and Information Science (Bachelor’s)
- Study level: Undergraduate
- Institution type: Recognised and accredited public tertiary institution (NOT private)
- Employment requirement: Must NOT be permanently employed
- Expenses covered: Tuition fees and registration fees
- Not covered: Books, transport, and accommodation
- Required documents: ID, academic qualifications, proof of registration, academic transcripts, study quotes, CV, proof of residence, motivational letter
- Application method: Post or hand delivery
- Closing date: 30 September 2026
Frequently Asked Questions About the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027
1. Who can apply for this bursary?
The bursary is open to South African citizens under 35 years old who are residing and studying within the Gauteng province and are not permanently employed.
2. What fields of study does this bursary cover?
The bursary covers Bachelor’s degree studies in Archive and Records Management and Library and Information Science.
3. What expenses does the bursary cover?
The bursary covers tuition fees and registration fees. It does NOT cover books, transport, or accommodation expenses.
4. Can I apply if I am studying at a private institution?
No. The bursary will NOT cover studies at private institutions. You must study at a recognised and accredited public tertiary institution.
5. Can I apply if I am permanently employed?
No. You must NOT be permanently employed to apply for this bursary.
6. What should my motivational letter include?
Your motivational letter should include: why you should be awarded the bursary, your plans after graduation, and the benefits for you and Gauteng society.
7. What is the closing date?
The closing date for the Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Bursary 2027 is 30 September 2026.
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