Somotoo David South Africa’s manufacturing and engineering sectors are the backbone of the country’s industrial economy, employing over 600,000 workers across approximately 44,000 companies. Yet these sectors continue to face a severe shortage of skilled professionals — from engineers and technicians to qualified artisans. If you are a student who wants to build a career in engineering, … Read more
Bursaries that fund private colleges in South Africa do exist, but they work differently from the funding system most students are used to at public universities. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), which covers the majority of funded students in the country, does not fund private colleges at all. NSFAS support is limited to … Read more
Pharmacy is one of the most in-demand healthcare professions in South Africa, yet the Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) degree is also one of the most expensive. A four-year BPharm qualification at a public university can cost well over R200,000 in total, putting it out of reach for many students without financial support. The good news … Read more
People searching for “vacancies at UNISA” are usually looking for one of two things: current job openings at the University of South Africa, or clarity on how the university’s recruitment process works. This article addresses employment vacancies specifically, covering where UNISA advertises its positions, what categories of jobs exist, what the application process requires, and … Read more
South Africa’s finance, accounting, and auditing sectors face a persistent shortage of qualified professionals. From chartered accountants and financial analysts to tax practitioners and actuaries, the demand for skilled graduates in these fields far exceeds the supply. If you are a student planning to study — or already studying — in any of these disciplines, … Read more
Studying law through distance learning at the University of South Africa (UNISA) is one of the most flexible routes to an LLB degree in the country. Yet many students struggle to cover tuition, textbooks, and registration costs. The good news is that several funding options exist. This guide provides a complete breakdown of bursaries for … Read more
Finding a bursary that covers tuition, accommodation, textbooks, and living costs — all through a single application — sounds too good to be true. But that is exactly what StudyTrust offers South African students every year. Whether you are in Grade 12 or already enrolled at university, understanding the Study Trust bursary requirements is your … Read more
Every year, thousands of South African students complete Matric with strong results but struggle to find a spot at a public university. With only 26 public universities in the country and limited first-year spaces, competition is fierce. That is why private colleges are becoming a popular and practical alternative for many learners. The good news? … Read more
Motheo TVET College is a public Technical and Vocational Education and Training institution headquartered in Bloemfontein, Free State. The college operates three main campuses — Bloemfontein, Hillside View, and Thaba’Nchu — along with satellite centres in Botshabelo, Zastron, Koffiefontein, and Philippolis. Motheo TVET College is registered and accredited by the Department of Higher Education and … Read more
Understanding the Eduvos bursaries requirements is the first step toward securing financial assistance at one of South Africa’s largest and most respected private higher education institutions. Eduvos, formerly known as Pearson Institute of Higher Education, operates 12 campuses nationwide and offers over 20 accredited qualifications across five faculties: Applied Science, Commerce, Humanities, Information Technology, and … Read more
Uploading documents at UNISA is done entirely online through the university’s official student portal, and it applies at more than one stage of a student’s journey — during the initial application, and sometimes again after being admitted or during specific processes like exemption requests or Recognition of Prior Learning applications. This article explains exactly where … Read more
Northern Cape Rural TVET College, generally referred to as NCR TVET, is a public Technical and Vocational Education and Training institution serving the vast and sparsely populated rural areas of the Northern Cape Province. Its head office is in Upington, and the college operates across five campuses: Upington, Kathu, Kuruman, De Aar, and Namaqualand. NCR … Read more
Boston City Campus does offer its own bursary programme to students, and this funding has been running since the institution first opened in 1991. Because Boston City Campus is a registered private higher education institution, it does not receive funding through NSFAS, the government scheme that supports students at public universities and public TVET colleges. … Read more
How to check application status at Unisa using ID number? This is one of the most common questions South African students ask after submitting their applications. Unisa is the largest open-distance learning institution on the continent, receiving thousands of applications each year. With such high volumes, processing takes time, and staying informed about your application … Read more
Anyone researching occupational health and safety (OHS) study options at the University of South Africa quickly notices that Unisa does not list a qualification with that exact name. This does not mean the field is unavailable. Unisa teaches occupational health and safety content through its Safety Management qualifications, a set of accredited programmes that cover … Read more
South Africa has 50 public TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) colleges, spread across roughly 364 campuses in all nine provinces. Every one of them is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), and every one accepts NSFAS funding for students who qualify (household income of R350,000 or less per year). … Read more
The University of South Africa regularly advertises positions for external markers, and many applicants misunderstand what this role actually involves or how the recruitment process works. This article explains exactly what a UNISA external marker vacancy is, who qualifies, how the appointment process runs, and what the work involves once appointed. What an External Marker … Read more
An ABET Level 4 certificate does not qualify a person for direct admission into any undergraduate certificate, diploma, or degree programme at the University of South Africa (Unisa). This is because ABET Level 4 sits at NQF Level 1, which is equivalent to a Grade 9 school qualification, while Unisa’s undergraduate admission requirements are set … Read more
Unisa students who receive NSFAS funding often assume their monthly payout will match what a residential university student receives. It does not. NSFAS pays Unisa students under a distance-learning allowance structure that is different from the one used for face-to-face universities, mainly because Unisa students study from home and do not need accommodation, campus meals, … Read more
Unisa offers qualifications across seven academic colleges plus a dedicated College of Graduate Studies, ranging from one-year Higher Certificates to full bachelor’s degrees, honours degrees, postgraduate diplomas, master’s degrees, and doctorates. Admission to any of these qualifications depends primarily on a student’s National Senior Certificate results, calculated into an Admission Point Score (APS), with the … Read more