Does NSFAS Fund 6 Months Courses 2025?
Does NSFAS Fund 6 Months Courses 2025?
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) support South African students by offering financial assistance for higher education. Are you thinking about enrolling in a 6-month course and wondering if NSFAS (National Student Financial Aid Scheme) might help you financially? NO. Short courses are not funded by NSFAS. Ensure that your course is accredited, select a reputable institution, and satisfy the financial conditions to maximize your chances of receiving NSFAS funding. Remember to remain up to date on application deadlines and to follow the procedure meticulously for the greatest potential outcome in your educational quest.
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Approved Qualification NSFAS Fund 2025
NSFAS primarily offers financial support to students enrolled at public universities and TVET colleges for the following types of qualifications:
- Undergraduate Degrees
- Diplomas
- Higher Certificates
Courses NSFAS Fund 2025
however, the generally funded programmes are below:
- Engineering Studies – (National Certificate -Vocational) NQF levels 2-4 & Engineering studies – Report 191 N1-N6
- Engineering and Related Design; Electrical Infrastructure; Civil Engineering Construction and Information Technology & Computer Science
- Business & Utility Studies (National Certificate – Vocational) NQF levels 2-4 & Report 191 N1-N6
- Management; Marketing; Finance; Office Administration; Economics & Accounting; Education & Development; Hospitality; Tourism; Safety in Society and Transport & Logistics
- Pre-Learning Programme (PLP) funding through NSFAS
NSFAS Eligibility Requirements 2025
To be eligible for NSFAS funding, applicants must meet specific requirements and criteria. The following requirements must be met:
- Must be a South African citizen / permanent resident
- Combined gross household income should not exceed R350 000 per annum
- Combined gross household income (persons living with disabilities) should not exceed R600 000 per annum
- SASSA recipients automatically qualify for financial eligibility
- Must have email and cell phone number.
How To Apply For NSFAS 2025
NSFAS Application is done online on the official website of the agency.NSFAS application procedure is simple, convenient and straightforward. Follow the steps below to apply for NSFAS funding;
- Step 1: Go to www.nsfas.org.za and click on the ‘myNSFAS’ tab.
- Step 2: Create a myNSFAS account.
- Step 3: Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab and complete the sections on the screen.
- Step 4: Upload required supporting documents where applicable.
- Copy of student ID / Birth certificate
- Copy of parent/s or guardian/ spouse ID
- Smart card: both sides of the card required
- Proof of income (where applicable)
- Persons living with disability (Disability Annexure A form)
- An applicant who is recognised as a vulnerable child by the Department of Social Development must provide a completed Vulnerable Child Declaration form completed by a social worker
- An applicant who has indicated that s/he has no family member details and or abridged birth certificate must complete the Declaration: Non-SASSA.
- Step 5: Click on ‘Submit’.
Contact NSFAS
Contact NSFAS through the following details;
Email: info@nsfas.org.za
Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Twitter: @myNSFAS
Instagram: @myNSFAS
WhatsApp: +27 78 519 8006
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while NSFAS remains a valuable resource for many students pursuing long-term qualifications at public institutions, its funding for short-term courses, including 6-month programs, is generally limited. Visit the official website of NSFAS for more information.
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