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
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
Capricorn TVET College is a public technical and vocational education institution based in Polokwane, Limpopo, formed through the merger of the former Pietersburg Technical College, Bochum College of Education, and the Northern Province Community College. With over 20,000 students, the college is one of the largest in the province, operating across four campuses in the … Read more
Tshwane South TVET College (TSC) is a public technical and vocational college operating under the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), serving communities across Pretoria and its surrounding areas. The college runs four campuses — Atteridgeville, Centurion, Odi and Pretoria West — and offers programmes spanning engineering studies, business studies, information technology, hospitality and … Read more
NSFAS funds artisan-track training at public TVET colleges when that training falls under an accredited occupational qualification registered with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO). This includes the college-based theory and practical components of artisan pathways such as electrical, fitting and turning, millwrighting, welding, plumbing, and similar trades, provided the specific programme and … Read more
Central Johannesburg TVET College accepts NSFAS funding. As a public TVET college registered and accredited under the Department of Higher Education and Training, it falls within the network of institutions eligible for NSFAS bursary support, and eligible students at any of its campuses can apply for and receive NSFAS funding covering tuition, accommodation or transport, … Read more
NSFAS pays for a TVET student’s full tuition fees and, on top of that, provides a set of allowances covering accommodation or transport, food and personal care, and learning materials. The exact rand amount a student receives depends on where they live relative to their college, whether they stay in accommodation or commute, and which … Read more
NSFAS is not limited to first-time students at TVET colleges. The scheme funds both new applicants entering a TVET college for the first time and continuing students who are already registered and progressing through their qualification, provided they meet the ongoing eligibility and academic requirements. The confusion around this question usually comes from the way … Read more
Understanding exactly what NSFAS requires before approving funding at a TVET college prevents wasted time, rejected applications, and missed deadlines. This article sets out every requirement a student needs to meet for the 2026 academic year, the documents needed to prove eligibility, and the specific rules that apply differently to TVET students compared with university … Read more
Dropping out of a TVET college while funded by NSFAS raises a serious and practical question: does the student owe money back, and if so, how much and to whom. This article explains exactly what happens to NSFAS funding when a TVET student drops out, when debt can arise, and what steps a student in … Read more
Students funded by NSFAS at TVET colleges commonly want to know whether their monthly allowance continues during college recess periods, including the long December break, or whether payments stop entirely once classes end for the term. This is a genuinely important budgeting question, since many TVET students rely on their NSFAS allowance for basic living … Read more
Many students who want to study at a TVET college while working or attending to other responsibilities ask whether NSFAS covers part-time enrolment. The short answer is no. NSFAS funding for TVET colleges is built around full-time study, and part-time students at public TVET colleges generally do not qualify for NSFAS support. This article explains … Read more
Choosing a science course is one of the biggest decisions you will make before university. Get it right, and you set yourself up for strong career prospects, global opportunities, and financial stability. Get it wrong, and you may spend years studying something that doesn’t excite you or pay you well. This guide on the top … Read more