Which Courses Does NSFAS Fund?
Which Courses Does NSFAS Fund, which qualifications does NSFAS fund
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) online application is formally open and operating for the academic year 2024, and will close on January 31, 2024. Please be aware that the NSFAS does not accept applications submitted after January 31, 2024, and that any such applications will not be considered for funding from the NSFAS.
To ensure that you are applying to study one of the approved courses at the Tvet or university, we have provided the complete list of courses funded by NSFAS and expected to receive financing for the academic year 2024 on this website.
Which Qualifications Does NSFAS Fund 2024-2025
Undergraduate Qualifications:
NSFAS bursary primarily focuses on providing funding for undergraduate studies, which encompass a wide range of courses. Whether you are interested in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, commerce, or any other field, NSFAS may cover the tuition fees and related expenses for your chosen undergraduate program once it is one of the approved NSFAS COURSES.
National Certificate (Vocational – NCV) Courses:
NSFAS also supports students pursuing National Certificate Vocational (NCV) courses at TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) colleges. These courses are designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge relevant to various industries. From engineering and hospitality to business studies and IT, NSFAS funding may be available for eligible NCV courses.
Postgraduate Studies:
Students seeking funding for postgraduate qualifications are encouraged to contact and apply through the National Research Foundation (NRF). This includes postgraduate certificates, postgraduate diplomas, honours degrees, masters and PhD degrees
Scare Skills Courses:
NSFAS recognizes the importance of promoting skills development in critical areas that are in demand in the South African job market. Therefore, they may prioritize funding for courses related to scarce skills. These courses can include various engineering disciplines, health sciences, mathematics, science, technology, and other specialized fields. If your chosen course is identified as a scarce skill, you may have a higher chance of securing NSFAS funding.
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How to Check if Your Course Qualifies for NSFAS Funding?
To determine if your course is eligible for NSFAS funding, you can follow these steps:
- Go to the official NSFAS website (www.nsfas.org.za) and navigate to the “Funding” or “Courses Funded” section.
- Look for the list of courses or fields of study that NSFAS typically funds. This list may be categorized by undergraduate qualifications, NCV courses, and scarce skills programs.
- If you can’t find your specific course on the list, it’s best to get in touch with NSFAS directly. They can provide the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding funding eligibility for your chosen course.
Which Courses Will NSFAS Fund In 2024 -2025
The following courses are completely sponsored and funded by NSFAS and will get financing for the academic year 2024-2025 at the University and Tvet Colleges. The following courses are included among others on the list:
- Office Administration
- Consumer Services
- People/Human-Centered Development
- Cultural Studies
- Performing Arts
- Curative Health
- Personal Care
- Design Studies
- Physical Planning, Design and Management
- Drawing Office Practice
- Physical Sciences
- Early Childhood Development
- Preventive Health
- Adult Learning
- Mechatronics
- Media Studies
- Building Construction
- Music
- Civil Engineering Construction
- Nature Conservation
- Cleaning, Domestic, Hiring, Property and Rescue Services
- Occupationally Directed ETD Practice
- Communication Studies
- Earth and Space Sciences
- Primary Agriculture
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Process Instrumentation
- Engineering and Related Design
- Process Plant Operations
- Environmental Relations
- Procurement
- The sovereignty of the State
- Information Studies
- Sport
- Information Technology and Computer Sciences
- Traditions, History and Legacies
- Justice in Society
- Transport, Operations and Logistics
- Language
- Life Sciences
- Urban and Regional Studies
- Literature
- Visual Arts
- Environmental Sciences
- Project Management
- Fabrication and Extraction
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Film Television and Video
- Psychology
- Finance, Economics and Accounting
- Public Administration
- Forestry and Wood Technology
- Public Policy, Politics and Democratic Citizenship
- General Social Science
- Public Relations
- Generic
- Rehabilitative Health/Services
- Generic Management
- Religious and Ethical Foundations of Society
- Higher Education and Training
- Rural and Agrarian Studies
- Horticulture
- Safety in Society
- Hospitality, Tourism, Travel, Gaming and Leisure
- Schooling
- Human Resources
- Secondary Agriculture
- Industrial & Organizational Governance and HR Development
For an exhaustive list of undergraduate and Tvet Courses that are funded by NSFAS, visit the official website
Whether you’re interested in pursuing a degree at a university or a vocational course at a TVET college, NSFAS may be able to support your academic journey
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