Your Acting Journey Starts Here.
This bursary covers a Higher Certificate in Acting (NQF Level 5) worth R80,000 — your first step toward turning passion into a professional acting career.


Your Information
Complete the application form below to tell us about your acting experience, your goals, and why you should be considered for this opportunity.

Name*

Name*

Surname*

Surname*

Date of Birth*

Date of Birth*

ID Number*

ID Number*

Contact Number*

Contact Number*

Email Address*

Email Address*

City/Province*

City/Province*

Select a campus where you would like to study*

Select a campus where you would like to study*

Your Acting Experience

Whether you’re just starting out or already performing, tell us about your journey with acting so far.*

Whether you’re just starting out or already performing, tell us about your journey with acting so far.*

Have you had any formal or informal acting training? (If yes, please describe)*

Have you had any formal or informal acting training? (If yes, please describe)*

Have you participated in any productions, performances, or workshops?*

Have you participated in any productions, performances, or workshops?*

Who or what inspires you as a performer?*

Who or what inspires you as a performer?*

Motivation and Goals

What do you hope to achieve through this programme?*

What do you hope to achieve through this programme?*

How do you plan to make the most of this opportunity if awarded the bursary?*

How do you plan to make the most of this opportunity if awarded the bursary?*

Where do you see yourself in five years as a performer?*

Where do you see yourself in five years as a performer?*

Financial Information

This bursary covers tuition only - who is responsible for additional costs like travel, food and clothing?*

This bursary covers tuition only - who is responsible for additional costs like travel, food and clothing?*

What is the approximate combined monthly household income?*

What is the approximate combined monthly household income?*

Have you applied for or received any other financial aid or bursaries? If yes, please explain*

Have you applied for or received any other financial aid or bursaries? If yes, please explain*

Practical component
Please submit a 1-minute video of yourself performing an acting piece of your choice.
This can be a monologue, scene extract, or original piece. The video may be recorded on your phone — no professional filming is required.

At the end of your acting piece, please speak directly to camera and, in your own words, tell us why you believe you should be considered for this bursary.

Please upload your video in a MP4 format*

Please upload your video in a MP4 format*

This type of file isn't allowed
The file size must be up to 100 MB

Terms and Conditions – 2026 Academic Year *

Oakfields College Higher Certificate in Acting (NQF Level 5) Bursary

 

1. Eligibility

  • Open to students aged 18–20, and individuals finished with Grade 12.
  • Students must successfully complete Grade 12 in 2025 to qualify for study in 2026.
  • Applicants must prepare for and successfully complete an audition as part of the programme entry requirements.

2. Programme & Bursary Coverage

  • Covers the full cost of the one-year Higher Certificate in Acting (up to R80 000), including:
    • Audition and registration fees
    • Study materials, notes, and textbooks
  • Valid only for the 2026 academic year and cannot be deferred or transferred.
  • Classes take place in person at one of our two campuses, located in Pretoria and Edenvale. Oakfields College does not offer hybrid or distance learning all programmes are delivered face-to-face to ensure a fully immersive and practical learning experience.
  • Exclusions:
    • Activewear for participation in practical sessions
    • Accommodation, transport, and living expenses
    • Any additional or extra-mural costs, travel to shows and performances

3. Bursary Conditions & Obligations Academic & Attendance Requirements

  • Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress and attendance.
  • The bursary may be withdrawn if these standards are not met.

Acceptance & Confirmation

  • Bursary may be forfeited if the recipient fails to confirm acceptance by the specified date.
  • If the recipient chooses not to complete the programme, full fees, including any bursary funds received, will be payable by the student or their legal parent/guardian.

College Duties & Community Work

  • Recipients are required to assist with administrative/college duties and charity/community work as and when requested
  • These duties will not interfere with classes or rehearsals but are compulsory.

Marketing & Publicity

  • Recipients must make themselves available for press, marketing, and promotional activities related to Oakfields College or the bursary programme.

Progress Reporting

  • Recipients must submit a quarterly written report detailing progress, achievements, and personal development within the course.

Future Years & Re-application

  • The bursary applies only to 2026 tuition fees.
  • If a year is repeated, it will be at the student’s own expense; bursary assistance for repeated years is not guaranteed.

Professional Recognition

  • Recipients must include the bursary on CVs and professional bios as follows: “XXX (recipient of the Oakfields College Hot FM bursary)

Community Contribution

  • Upon completion of studies, bursary funds do not need to be repaid, but recipients are encouraged to contribute voluntarily or professionally to their community and alma mater.

4. General

  • Oakfields College reserves the right to amend or withdraw the bursary at any time.
  • This bursary cannot be exchanged for cash.

 

Acceptance of the bursary constitutes agreement to all terms and conditions outlined above.  

Terms and Conditions – 2026 Academic Year *

Oakfields College Higher Certificate in Acting (NQF Level 5) Bursary

 

1. Eligibility

  • Open to students aged 18–20, and individuals finished with Grade 12.
  • Students must successfully complete Grade 12 in 2025 to qualify for study in 2026.
  • Applicants must prepare for and successfully complete an audition as part of the programme entry requirements.

2. Programme & Bursary Coverage

  • Covers the full cost of the one-year Higher Certificate in Acting (up to R80 000), including:
    • Audition and registration fees
    • Study materials, notes, and textbooks
  • Valid only for the 2026 academic year and cannot be deferred or transferred.
  • Classes take place in person at one of our two campuses, located in Pretoria and Edenvale. Oakfields College does not offer hybrid or distance learning all programmes are delivered face-to-face to ensure a fully immersive and practical learning experience.
  • Exclusions:
    • Activewear for participation in practical sessions
    • Accommodation, transport, and living expenses
    • Any additional or extra-mural costs, travel to shows and performances

3. Bursary Conditions & Obligations Academic & Attendance Requirements

  • Recipients must maintain satisfactory academic progress and attendance.
  • The bursary may be withdrawn if these standards are not met.

Acceptance & Confirmation

  • Bursary may be forfeited if the recipient fails to confirm acceptance by the specified date.
  • If the recipient chooses not to complete the programme, full fees, including any bursary funds received, will be payable by the student or their legal parent/guardian.

College Duties & Community Work

  • Recipients are required to assist with administrative/college duties and charity/community work as and when requested
  • These duties will not interfere with classes or rehearsals but are compulsory.

Marketing & Publicity

  • Recipients must make themselves available for press, marketing, and promotional activities related to Oakfields College or the bursary programme.

Progress Reporting

  • Recipients must submit a quarterly written report detailing progress, achievements, and personal development within the course.

Future Years & Re-application

  • The bursary applies only to 2026 tuition fees.
  • If a year is repeated, it will be at the student’s own expense; bursary assistance for repeated years is not guaranteed.

Professional Recognition

  • Recipients must include the bursary on CVs and professional bios as follows: “XXX (recipient of the Oakfields College Hot FM bursary)

Community Contribution

  • Upon completion of studies, bursary funds do not need to be repaid, but recipients are encouraged to contribute voluntarily or professionally to their community and alma mater.

4. General

  • Oakfields College reserves the right to amend or withdraw the bursary at any time.
  • This bursary cannot be exchanged for cash.

 

Acceptance of the bursary constitutes agreement to all terms and conditions outlined above.  

Privacy & Consent

*

I hereby give my consent to be contacted regarding Oakfields College’s academic offerings and to process the information provided in the form. I agree to receive marketing-related communications (news, events, updates, promotional emails). You may unsubscribe anytime.

Your personal information may be shared with trusted partners within the UXi Group to assist with enrolment or funding opportunities.

1. Oakfields College may collect, process, and store your details for course enquiries and educational services.
2. If we cannot assist directly, your information may be shared with trusted partners for the sole purpose of helping you enrol.
3. Your information will be used in accordance with POPIA and not for unrelated marketing.
4. You may withdraw consent anytime by contacting privacy@oakfieldscollege.co.za.

 

Privacy & Consent

*

I hereby give my consent to be contacted regarding Oakfields College’s academic offerings and to process the information provided in the form. I agree to receive marketing-related communications (news, events, updates, promotional emails). You may unsubscribe anytime.

Your personal information may be shared with trusted partners within the UXi Group to assist with enrolment or funding opportunities.

1. Oakfields College may collect, process, and store your details for course enquiries and educational services.
2. If we cannot assist directly, your information may be shared with trusted partners for the sole purpose of helping you enrol.
3. Your information will be used in accordance with POPIA and not for unrelated marketing.
4. You may withdraw consent anytime by contacting privacy@oakfieldscollege.co.za.

 

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