MICTSETA Learnerships, Bursaries, Skills Development and Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

The Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT SETA) is committed to developing South Africa's digital economy by equipping learners, graduates, and employees with industry-relevant skills. Through its Learnerships, Bursaries, Skills Development Programmes, Internships, and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities, MICT SETA helps bridge the gap between education and employment while supporting the country's growing demand for skilled ICT professionals.

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MICT SETA collaborates with employers, accredited Skills Development Providers (SDPs), universities, TVET colleges, and government institutions to create learning opportunities that improve employability and strengthen South Africa's media and ICT sectors.

What is MICT SETA?

MICT SETA is one of South Africa's 21 Sector Education and Training Authorities (SETAs) established under the Skills Development Act.

Its primary responsibility is to develop skills within industries such as:

• Information Technology (IT)
• Software Development
• Cybersecurity
• Telecommunications
• Broadcasting
• Film and Television
• Advertising
• Digital Media
• Electronics
• Call Centres and Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)
• Printing and Publishing
• Animation and Gaming

The SETA works closely with industry stakeholders to identify scarce and critical skills and implement learning programmes that prepare South Africans for careers in the digital economy.

MICT SETA Learnership Programmes

Learnerships are among MICT SETA's flagship skills development initiatives.

A learnership combines:

• Structured classroom learning
• Practical workplace training
• Nationally recognised qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF)

These programmes provide learners with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on workplace experience, helping them become job-ready upon completion.

Benefits of Learnerships

For learners, MICT SETA learnerships offer:

• Nationally recognised qualifications
• Practical workplace experience
• Monthly learner stipends (for funded programmes)
• Improved employability
• Career development opportunities
• Exposure to leading technology industries

For employers, learnerships help to:

• Develop skilled employees
• Improve workplace productivity
• Address scarce and critical skills
• Support transformation and skills development objectives
• Strengthen BB-BEE skills development initiatives

MICT SETA Bursary Programme

MICT SETA provides bursary opportunities to financially deserving South African students pursuing qualifications within the Media, Information and Communication Technologies sector.

The bursary programme is implemented in partnership with:

• Universities
• TVET Colleges
• The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)

The programme assists eligible students studying full-time in fields aligned with the MICT sector, helping reduce financial barriers to higher education.

Skills Development Programmes

Skills Development Programmes are designed to equip learners and employees with specialised competencies required by industry.

These programmes may include:

• Short skills courses
• Occupational skills programmes
• Digital skills training
• Vendor certification programmes
• Professional development initiatives
• Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) skills

Participants gain practical, industry-relevant knowledge that improves their productivity and career prospects.

Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

Work Integrated Learning (WIL) enables students to apply what they have learned in the classroom within real workplace environments.

Through partnerships with employers, universities, and TVET colleges, MICT SETA supports WIL by providing structured workplace placements where learners can:

• Apply theoretical knowledge
• Develop practical technical skills
• Gain workplace experience
• Improve professional confidence
• Meet qualification requirements

WIL plays an important role in preparing graduates for successful careers by exposing them to authentic work environments before entering full-time employment.

Internship Programmes

MICT SETA also supports internship programmes aimed at graduates who have completed tertiary qualifications but require workplace experience.

Internships generally:

• Last between eight and twelve months
• Provide structured workplace exposure
• Help graduates develop practical skills
• Improve employment prospects
• Build industry experience in ICT-related fields

Unlike learnerships, internships primarily focus on practical workplace experience rather than leading directly to a formal qualification.

Career Fields Supported by MICT SETA

Learning programmes are available across a wide range of industries, including:

• Information Technology
• Cybersecurity
• Software Development
• Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cloud Computing
• Telecommunications
• Broadcasting
• Film Production
• Animation
• Digital Marketing
• Graphic Design
• Web Development
• Printing and Publishing
• Electronics
• Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)

These sectors continue to create demand for highly skilled professionals capable of supporting South Africa's digital transformation.

Benefits for Learners

MICT SETA programmes provide participants with:

• Nationally recognised qualifications
• Practical workplace experience
• Industry-relevant technical skills
• Career development opportunities
• Professional networking
• Improved employability
• Access to funded learning opportunities
• Monthly stipends for eligible funded learnerships

Benefits for Employers

Employers partnering with MICT SETA can benefit from:

• Access to skilled learners and graduates
• Workforce development support
• Assistance with Workplace Skills Plans (WSPs)
• Access to discretionary grant opportunities
• Improved organisational productivity
• Support for scarce skills development

Employers also play a critical role by providing workplace training and mentoring for learners enrolled in MICT SETA programmes.

Who Can Apply?

Eligibility requirements vary depending on the programme, but applicants generally should:

• Be South African citizens or meet programme-specific requirements
• Meet the minimum academic requirements
• Submit all required supporting documents
• Apply before the published closing date
• Meet any additional requirements set by the employer or training provider

Many opportunities are advertised through participating employers, accredited training providers, universities, TVET colleges, and MICT SETA's official channels. 

MICT SETA Learnerships, Bursaries, Skills Development Programmes, Internships, and Work Integrated Learning opportunities are helping to build a skilled workforce capable of driving South Africa's digital economy. By combining quality education with practical workplace experience, these programmes prepare learners for successful careers in information technology, media, telecommunications, and related industries.

Whether you are a school leaver, TVET or university student, graduate, or employed professional seeking to upgrade your skills, MICT SETA provides valuable pathways to nationally recognised qualifications, practical experience, and long-term career growth in one of South Africa's fastest-growing sectors.

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