The Banking Sector Education and Training Authority (BANKSETA) has announced funding support for qualifying graduates from the Vaal University of Technology (VUT) who have outstanding historical student debt.
The funding aims to assist graduates whose academic certificates have been withheld due to unpaid student debt, allowing them to finally access their qualifications.
Who Can Apply?
The BANKSETA historical debt funding is available to graduates who completed qualifications at VUT in the fields of:
- Accountancy
- Information Technology Management
Applicants must have outstanding historical student debt that is preventing the release of their certificates.
Qualifying Programmes
The funding covers graduates from the following programmes:
- Advanced Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting
- Advanced Diploma in Management
- Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting
- Business Administration
- Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting
- Diploma in Financial Information Systems
- Diploma in Information Technology
- Postgraduate Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management Accounting
Funding Availability
Funding will be awarded to qualifying learners based on:
- Verification of submitted information
- Availability of funding
How To Apply For BANKSETA Historical Debt Funding
Applicants must submit the following documents via email:
- A clear certified copy of their South African ID
- Student number (if available)
- Contact details, including cellphone number and email address
Applications must be emailed to:
Email Subject Line:
BANKSETA Historical Debt Funding - VUT
Closing Date
The deadline for applications is Friday, 22 May 2026.
Opportunity For Graduates To Access Their Certificates
This funding initiative offers much-needed relief for graduates whose career opportunities may have been delayed due to unpaid historical debt. By assisting with debt settlement, BANKSETA aims to help qualifying VUT graduates access their academic certificates and improve their employment prospects.
Eligible graduates are encouraged to submit their applications before the closing date.
