About The Organization
The Education, Training and Development Practices Sector Education and Training Authority, known as ETDP SET, is a South African public organization that helps develop skills and training for people who want to work in education, training and related sectors. It supports learners and workers by offering training, Learnership and bursaries to improve skills and career opportunities. ETDP SETA works with training institutions and employers to make sure education and training meet the needs of the workplace and learners.
About The Bursary Programme
The ETDP SETA Bursary Programme helps learners and students who want to study further after Grade 12 or continue their tertiary studies. The bursary **pays for important study costs, including:
* Tuition fees for your qualification
* Accommodation (where approved)
* Learning materials (books, stationery, laptop in some cases)
The bursary amount depends on your level of study — for example, higher certificates, diplomas and degrees each have specific funding caps.
Eligibility Requirements — Who Qualifies For Funding
To qualify for the ETDP SETA bursary, you generally need to:
* Be a South African citizen.
* Have completed Grade 12/matric or be a current student.
* Be planning to study a full qualification at a public or private accredited institution in South Africa — such as a university, university of technology, or TVET college.
* Meet the specific entry requirements of the institution and programme you want to study.
* In latest years, you apply through partner institutions that manage the bursary on ETDP SETA’s behalf.
**Courses/Fields Funded:
ETDP SETA focuses on education, training and development-related fields but also supports other qualifications offered by partner institutions — from certificates and diplomas to degrees. Check the current list of eligible programmes with your chosen institution.
Who is Disqualified From Applying
You should not apply if:
* You are not a South African citizen.
* You are already fully funded by another bursary scheme (unless allowed).
* You are not planning to study an approved qualification at a partner institution.
* You cannot supply the required documents or do not meet the admissions criteria of the institution.
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How To Apply For The Bursary
For recent bursary intakes (e.g., 2025),applications are managed by the institutions partnered with . Here’s how to apply:
1. Choose a partnered university/college that offers the qualification you want.
2. Visit the financial aid office of the institution or check their website for the ETDP SETA bursary application details.
3. Prepare your documents — certified ID copy, matric certificate, proof of acceptance, proof of unemployment/financial need, etc.
4. Submit your application to the institution by the deadline they set.
👉 For more details and official updates, check the ETDP SETA “Students/Bursaries” page on their website:
🔗 [https://www.etdpseta.org.za/etd/SETA-Funding-Opportunities](https://www.etdpseta.org.za/etd/SETA-Funding-Opportunities)
Opening Date & Closing Date
Opening Date: Usually opens in the last few months of the year before the academic year (e.g., late 2026 for 2027 funding).
Closing Date: Varies by institution and bursary cycle — can be early the following year (often February–March)
Because dates can change each year, contact your institution early or check their bursary announcements.
Bursary Department Contact Details
You can contact the ETDP SETA office for general questions or more info:
Phone: +27 11 372 3300
Email: [info@etdpseta.org.za]
(check the ETDP SETA website for updates)
Postal Address: Private Bag X105, Melville, 2109, South Africa
Website: www.etdpseta.org.za
