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6.1. FIND OUT WHAT YOU'RE GOOD AT
• www.nsfas.org.za
A National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) study loan or bursary is for students who do not have the financial means to fund their studies. NSFAS loans and bursaries are for studies at public universities and TVET colleges and don't require parents or guardians to give surety. Tel: 0800 067 327; email: info@nsfas.org.za; postal address: Private Bag X1, Plumstead, 7801, South Africa.
• www.hcifoundation.co.za
HCI's bursary programme provides financial assistance to academically deserving and financially needy students in any field of study, for a first, full-time qualification at a university or university of technology registered with the Department of Education.
• www.pacecareers.com
Pace Careers' website includes, among other useful information, a list of available bursaries:
• www.gostudy.net/bursaries
These are grants or monetary aid given to needy students or students who show good potential. These don't need to be paid back but you may need to work for the company who gave you the bursary for a few years.
Distance learning or part-time study options can be cheaper and allow you to earn while you learn. Some of these study options are listed in pink in this booklet, but most require you to apply directly to the institution.
Contact the relevant tertiary institution (see pages 260 to 271) for approximate costs and then fill in the following ‘study budget calculator' to decide whether you can afford your course of study.
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