Matriculants Encouraged To Apply For NSFAS Funding
Matriculants Encouraged To Apply For NSFAS Funding
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Monday, Oct 21, 2024
As the 2024 National Senior Certification (NSC) examinations kick-off, Higher{Education and Training Minister, Dr Nobuhle Pamela Nkabane, has reminded all matriculants to seize the chance to make an application for funding with the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).
"The application window will shut on 15 December 2024, and there are actually not many days left to submit applications. Suitable students are urged to apply promptly to secure financial aid for their post-school education," Nkabane said.
Nkabane extended well wishes to all matriculants, who sat for the National Senior Certificate Exams, with learners writing languages, English and Afrikaans Paper 3.
Nkabane stated this pivotal moment marks the fruits of many years of hard work and encourages the Class of 2024 to approach their tests with resolve and confidence.
With Just around 880 000 candidates, including 727 121 full-time and 155,215 part-time candidates from throughout South click here Africa sit for this yr's matric tests, across South Africa, Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, has assured the public of the department's preparedness to administer the tests efficiently.
Nkabane highlighted a range of opportunities available in the Post-School Education and nsfas login Training (PSET) system, that is open to all matriculants in search of even more education and skills development.
The PSET system involves:
• Community Education and Training (CET) colleges: Featuring skills development and general education for students who want to continue learning.
• Technical and Vocational Education and Training click here (TVET) colleges: Focusing on practical skills and nsfas status check technical knowledge to equip students for employment and self-employment.
• Higher Education institutions: Universities and higher education providers offering degree and diploma programmes.
"The PSET sector supports the National Skills Development Strategy (2030) goals to address the nation’s skills development priorities and drive a skills revolution. Explore these pathways and pursue your ambitions through the diverse opportunities website available in South Africa's PSET sector," Nkabane said.
- SAnews.gov.za