IIE-Vega School is a renowned institution in South Africa that recognizes the potential that lies within aspiring creatives and designers.

To nurture this potential, they offer several bursary programs, including the IIE-Vega School Bursary Competition.

This competition awards a limited number of bursaries to cover a significant portion of tuition fees for undergraduate degree programs in various creative fields.

Past winners have gone on to achieve great success in industries like advertising, graphic design, interior design, and more.

IIE-Vega School Bursary Competition Application Form

To be considered for this life-changing opportunity, you’ll need to complete the online application form available on the IIE-Vega School website.

The application process is straightforward and requires you to submit the following documents:

  1. Complete the general undergraduate application to your chosen IIE-Vega School: Ensure you answer all questions accurately and provide detailed information about your chosen field of study, academic achievements, and financial circumstances. Complete this step first, and before 27 October 2023.
  2. Complete the IIE-Vega School Scholarship Application Form (in .pdf format)
  3. Complete the Motivational Letter Form (in .pdf format): This is your chance to shine. Express your passion for your chosen field, explain why you deserve the bursary, and outline your career aspirations. Aim for a compelling and detailed letter of around 350 words.
  4. Apply online for the IIE-Vega School Scholarship 2024.
  5. Certified academic transcripts: Provide copies of your latest academic results, including Matric results or equivalent qualifications.
  6. Proof of identity: Submit a certified copy of your South African ID or passport.
  7. Additional documents (such as creative writing examples, portfolio of work, campaign envisioned, reels, videos, etc.)

Once you’ve gathered all the required documents, submit your application through the IIE-Vega School website. Make sure you meet the deadline to avoid getting disqualified.

While there’s no formal interview stage, your motivational letter is very important.

It is your only chance to showcase your passion, creativity, and financial need to stand out from the crowd.

The IIE-Vega School Bursary Competition Requirements

To be eligible for the IIE-Vega School Bursary Competition, you must meet the following requirements:

  1. Be a South African citizen or permanent resident.
  2. Have a Grade 12 certificate with a minimum average of 70%.
  3. Be enrolled or applying to study a full-time undergraduate degree program in a creative field offered by IIE-Vega School (e.g., Graphic Design, Interior Design, Advertising, etc.).
  4. Demonstrate financial need and the inability to afford tuition fees without assistance.
  5. Have a strong academic record and a passion for the chosen creative field.

The IIE-Vega School Bursary Competition Closing Date

Applications for the 2024 IIE-Vega School Bursary Competition closed on 1 November 2023.

If you failed to submit your application before the deadline, you can simply wait till the next application cycle comes around to apply again.

For any further inquiries regarding the IIE-Vega School Bursary Competition, you can contact Vega School directly at:

Cape Town Campus – Tel: 021 461 8089

Durban Campus – Tel: 031 569 1415

Johannesburg Campus – Tel: 011 521 4600

Pretoria Campus – Tel: 012 343 3669