Key facts
- Status
- Applications open Closes 6 December 2026
- Provider
- FoodBev SETA
- Study level
- Postgraduate, Undergraduate, TVET / college
VerifiedThe FoodBev SETA bursary scheme is part of the SETA’s drive to build critical skills in South Africa’s food and beverages manufacturing sector.
It supports students at various levels (TVET, undergraduate, postgraduate) whose studies align with the food & beverage value chain.
Eligibility requirements for the FoodBev SETA Bursary
- Must be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
- For the postgraduate (Master’s/PhD) stream: Must be registered or accepted at a recognised public university for a Master’s or Doctorate degree.
- Research topics must relate to the food and beverages manufacturing value chain (for postgraduate stream).
- For the undergraduate/TVET stream: Students must be registered at a public university or TVET college for full-time study in eligible programmes, and must meet income threshold criteria (parents’/guardians’ combined annual income < R650,000, in some cases) for the unemployed learner stream.
- Applicants must not hold another bursary for the same level of study in many cases.
- Preference is given to students from previously disadvantaged groups and persons with disabilities.
Application process for the FoodBev SETA Bursary
- Download the application form from the FoodBev SETA website (for postgraduate research bursary) or via the institution for undergraduate/TVET bursaries.
- Complete the form and attach supporting certified documents: ID copy, proof of registration or acceptance, academic record, approved research proposal (for postgraduate), proof of income threshold (for undergraduate/TVET stream) etc.
- The university or TVET college bursary office normally submits the application on behalf of the student (especially for postgraduate research bursary).
- Submit the application forms and supporting documents can be emailed tol: ResearchBursaries@FoodBev.co.za.
Closing date for the FoodBev SETA Bursary
The last call FoodBev published on its own site was for the 2024/25 financial year and closed on 4 October 2024. Its students page lists no current dates, so email ResearchBursaries@FoodBev.co.za to ask when the next research bursary window opens.
Contact details for the FoodBev SETA Bursary
- General enquiries: +27 11 253 7300
- Email: info@foodbev.co.za / ResearchBursaries@FoodBev.co.za
- Contacts: Mr Collin Mshayisa – 011 253 7322; Mr Mondi Makhubu – 011 253 7343 for bursary-related queries.
- Website: www.foodbev.co.za
For postgraduate research bursary: Master’s up to R120,000 total (for full duration) and PhD up to R150,000 total.
For undergraduate/TVET unemployed learner funding stream: The grant covers tuition fees, books, accommodation and meals, up to a maximum of R120,000 in some cases.
Students must submit annual progress reports (especially for postgraduate) signed by their supervisor. If subjects are failed, funding may not continue.
The bursary is highly competitive and funding is subject to availability, the SETA’s priorities and policy.
Applicants should ensure they meet the sector-relevant research or programme requirement.
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About FoodBev SETA
Sector Education and Training Authority (food and beverage manufacturing)
FoodBev Manufacturing SETA facilitates skills development for South Africa's food and beverage manufacturing industry, one of the country's largest employment sectors. FoodBev SETA is based in Rivonia, Johannesburg, and reports to the Department of Higher Education and Training.…
Read the full FoodBev SETA profile →- Address
- 13 Autumn Street, Rivonia, 2128
- Phone
- +27 11 253 7300
- info@foodbev.co.za
- Website
- foodbev.co.za
