Which Courses Does NSFAS Fund

Which Courses Does NSFAS Fund

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme, or NSFAS, has been a ray of light for numerous South African students hoping to further their education. It has been critical in bridging the financial gap, allowing those from poor families to pursue university education. If you’re thinking about going to college and want to know which courses will be sponsored by NSFAS in 2024, you’ve come to the correct spot. We will offer you a complete list of NSFAS-funded courses for the forthcoming year in this post, allowing you to make educated decisions regarding your academic career.

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Courses Funded By NSFAS

NSFAS offers financial aid for a wide range of undergraduate courses. For students seeking bachelor’s degrees, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme normally pays tuition and may grant allowances for textbooks and living expenses. NSFAS-funded courses are listed below.

Engineering and Technology:

Civil Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Information Technology
Computer Science

Health Sciences:

Medicine
Pharmacy
Nursing
Dentistry
Medical Laboratory Sciences
Occupational Therapy
Physiotherapy

Business and Commerce:

Accounting
Finance
Economics
Business Administration
Marketing
Human Resource Management

Social Sciences and Humanities:

Psychology
Sociology
Political Science
Education
Social Work
Journalism
Public Relations

Natural and Applied Sciences:

Mathematics
Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Environmental Science
Geology

Arts and Humanities:

English Literature
History
Linguistics
Fine Arts
Philosophy
Anthropology

Agriculture and Environmental Studies:

Agricultural Science
Horticulture
Animal Science
Environmental Management
Forestry
Conservation Biology.

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How To Apply For NSFAS Courses

Follow the detailed guide below to apply for National Student Financial Aid Scheme programs offered at TVET Colleges and Public Universities;

Visit the official website of NSFAS at: www.nsfas.org.za
Click on the ‘myNSFAS’ tab.
Create a myNSFAS account with your personal information
Click on the ‘APPLY’ tab and complete the sections on the screen
Upload required supporting documents where applicable
Click on ‘Submit’.

Required Documents To Apply for NSFAS Courses

Applying for NSFAS requires applicants to submit supporting documents. The following documents must be submitted to apply for NSFAS;

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.

READ: NSFAS TVET Colleges

Contact NSFAS

NSFAS Virtual Contact Centre

Email: info@nsfas.org.za
Facebook: National Student Financial Aid Scheme
Twitter: @myNSFAS
Instagram: @myNSFAS
WhatsApp: +27 78 519 8006
USSD:*120*67327#.

The programs funded by NSFAS include a wide range of topics, allowing students to follow their interests while also contributing to the country’s growth. If you meet the criteria for qualification and want to pursue higher education, NSFAS can help you make your aspirations a reality. Visit the official website of NSFAS for more information.

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