NAC (National Arts Council) Bursaries 2023: Receive up to R250 000/Annum in Financial Assistance

About NAC (National Arts Council)
The National Arts Council (NAC) is an organization in South Africa that provides funding and support for the arts. Its mission is to promote the development of the arts in the country by funding various forms of artistic expression, such as music, dance, theater, and visual arts. The NAC also aims to create opportunities for individuals and organizations to participate in the arts, as well as to enhance the appreciation and understanding of the arts in South Africa. The organization is funded by the Department of Sport, Arts, and Culture and operates as an agency of the government.

The vision of the National Arts Council (NAC) South Africa is to promote, develop, and advance the arts in the country, making it an integral part of the lives of all South Africans. The organization’s mission is to provide funding for the arts, create opportunities for artistic expression, promote the appreciation and understanding of the arts, and foster a culture of creativity in South Africa. The NAC also aims to contribute to the growth of the arts industry, empower artists, and enhance the social and economic development of the country through the arts.

About the NAC (National Arts Council) Bursaries 2023
NAC (National Arts Council) is offering international bursary programmes for both undergraduate and postgraduate studuents for the 2023 academic year. The NAC Bursaries are renewable throughout the duration of the course, as long as the applicant successfully completes each year of study and adheres to the grant conditions.

The applications will be evaluated based on several factors, such as the applicant’s artistic abilities, financial need, acceptance at the designated institution, credibility of the qualification they wish to pursue, and the prestige of the institution they have been accepted to. The grant amount is capped at R250 000 per annum and is subject to approval by the Council.

Eligibility Criteria
Be sure you submit your NAC (National Arts Council) bursary application as soon as feasible. But, you must first go over the prerequisites for the program. Whether or not you would be a good candidate will depend on these variables. Please review the qualifications stated below if you’d want to double-check your credentials. It’s preferable if you can check off every item on the list below if you want to improve your chances of success.

The NAC (National Arts Council) Bursaries Eligibility Criteria are as follows:

• Must either be an undergraduate or post-graduate student
• Pursuing in the fields of Craft, Dance, Multidsicpline, Literature, Theatre, Music, and Visual Arts
• Must have already been accepted into their preferred institution of higher learning
• Both new students and those currently registered and studying at institutions abroad are eligible to apply.

Application Instructions
Apply online: NAC (National Arts Council) Bursaries 2023.

To access the aforementioned website, it is recommended to use Google Chrome. To submit an application, candidates must register on the application portal, which will be required throughout the registration process.

When filling out the application, please provide accurate personal information that corresponds to your current circumstances. The entire selection committee, including yourself, will review the information provided. Therefore, please ensure that all information is truthful to avoid jeopardizing your application.

Alternatively, you can apply using your handphone, since it is much more practical than applying via computer. If you are using an OS Android handphone, you can use Google Chrome as your web browser. Since Google Chrome is automatically available in OS Android handphones, you don’t have to install any other browsers.

If you do not have access to internet services, you may request manual applications by emailing [email protected] or calling +27 11 010 8850/+27 87 000 0683. Please note that this service is exclusively reserved for individuals who lack internet access.

By submitting your application, you are granting permission to the selection committee to use your personal information for registration purposes.

All applications will be subject to additional review and screening processes to confirm the legitimacy of the applicants. Any false information on the application will result in the applicant being ineligible for registration.

Candidates must use the provided portal to process their applications, and submissions through other methods, such as hand delivery or fax, will not be accepted by the selection committee.

Closing Date
Applications for the NAC (National Arts Council) Bursaries must be submitted before the closing date on 31 March 2023.

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered by the selection committee. Contributions sent after the deadline won’t be recognized while registration is open.

It is encouraged that applicants submit their applications as soon as feasible. You will then have some time to thoroughly assess the information in your applications. Please have your applications ready as soon as possible.

Throughout the hiring procedure, NAC (National Arts Council) maintains the right to make or not make an appointment. The selecting committee’s choices are final in all respects.

Committee Details
Do you have a question regarding the NAC (National Arts Council) Bursaries? Don’t hesitate to ask! Feel free to send in your enquiries and concerns to the contact person below:
Email address: [email protected]
Telephone number: +27 11 010 8850/+27 87 000 0683.