Applications are now open for the BANKSETA Historical Student Debt Funding Programme for qualifying graduates from Vaal University of Technology (VUT). This funding initiative is aimed at assisting former students whose academic certificates have been withheld due to unpaid historical student debt.
The funding has been made available by the Banking Sector Education and Training Authority (BANKSETA) to help qualifying graduates settle outstanding historical debt and gain access to their qualifications.
About the Funding Opportunity
This funding programme is intended to support graduates who have already completed their qualifications at VUT but are unable to receive their certificates because of unpaid student debt.
Successful applicants may receive funding assistance, subject to the verification of submitted information and the availability of funds.
BANKSETA Historical Student Debt Funding for VUT Graduates Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the funding, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must have completed a qualification at Vaal University of Technology (VUT)
- Qualification must be in Accountancy or Information Technology Management fields
- Certificate must still be withheld due to outstanding historical student debt
Qualifying Programmes
Funding is available to graduates who completed 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
BANKSETA Historical Student Debt Funding for VUT Graduates Documents Required
Applicants are required to submit the following documents:
- Clear certified copy of South African ID
- Student number (if available)
- Contact details, including cellphone number and email address
How to apply BANKSETA Historical Student Debt Funding for VUT Graduates
- Applications must be submitted via email.
- Attach supporting documents
- Apply as instructed
Email Address: bankseta@vut.ac.za
Email Subject: BANKSETA Historical Debt Funding – VUT
Best Before: Friday, 22 May 2026
Crucial Matters:
- Late applications may not be considered, therefore qualifying graduates are encouraged to apply before the deadline.
- Applicants are encouraged to ensure that all information submitted is accurate and clearly visible to avoid delays during verification
Final Say:
The main purpose of this initiative is to help graduates unlock employment opportunities by enabling the release of withheld certificates.
