If you have finished matric and still have no plans for where you will study in 2027, you are not alone. Some students are waiting for their results, others are unsure which course to choose, and some have simply not had the opportunity to investigate their options. The good news is that you still have … Read more
Choosing a university qualification is a big decision. For some students, the excitement of being accepted into a degree programme is quickly followed by a difficult question: how will I pay for my studies? Tuition fees, textbooks and other university expenses can make it challenging to continue studying, even when a student has the determination … Read more
The Standard Bank Group Bursary is designed to support the development of African talent and future leaders. Its focus is on students studying qualifications that can contribute to areas such as financial services, technology, science, engineering, agriculture and business. The programme considers both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. However, it is not intended for every university … Read more
TVET College Courses With Grade 10: 15 Options for 2026 Getting to Grade 10 is not the end of your education if you are already thinking about a practical career. In South Africa, a student who has completed Grade 10 has several options, and one of them is to explore vocational education at a TVET … Read more
The DHET is phasing out NATED (N4–N6) programmes by mid-2026, with the final N Diploma completion deadline in June 2029. NATED (N4–N6) Programmes Are Ending in South Africa: What Students Must Know South Africa’s vocational and technical education landscape is undergoing a major transformation. The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) has announced that the long-standing NATED … Read more
For many students, getting NSFAS funding is what makes it possible to register, attend classes and complete a qualification. But funding is not necessarily available indefinitely. A student who takes longer than expected to complete a qualification may eventually come across the NSFAS N+ Rule. This rule is important because it places a limit on … Read more
For a young person looking for a practical route into the skilled trades, an apprenticeship can provide something that a classroom alone cannot: the chance to learn while gaining hands-on workplace experience. Coastal KZN TVET College is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for an LGSETA Apprenticeship Programme in Plumbing through its Occupational Skills Training … Read more
For a student who has the marks to study engineering, geology or another mining-related qualification but cannot afford university or college fees, the cost of registration can make the dream feel impossible before the first lecture even begins. This is where the Mining Qualifications Authority (MQA) Bursary Scheme comes in. The MQA bursary is designed … Read more
Choosing a college course can start with a simple question: “What do I actually want to be able to do?” For a student who enjoys fixing machines, working with children, building things, using computers or helping people, the answer may point towards vocational education rather than a purely academic route. Waterberg TVET College offers students … Read more
For a student in Limpopo, choosing what to do after school can feel like standing at a crossroads. University is not the only route to a meaningful career, and for many young people, gaining practical skills can be the step that turns an interest into a profession. This is where Mopani TVET College comes in. … Read more