Buffalo city college courses

Here is a list of courses or programmes offered by Buffalo City TVET College and all candidates interested in studying at the institution are encouraged to take note:

NCV Courses

  • SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
  • EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT
  • FINANCE, ECONOMICS AND ACCOUNTING
  • INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND COMPUTER SCIENCE
  • MECHATRONICS
  • OFFICE ADMINISTRATION
  • TOURISM
  • SAFETY IN SOCIETY
  • ENGINEERING AND RELATED DESIGN
  • ELECTRICAL INFRASTRUCTURE CONSTRUCTION
  • CIVIL ENGINEERING AND BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

Nated Courses

  •  NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
  • NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
  • NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: HUMAN RESOURCES
  • NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: EDUCARE
  • NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND CIVIL ENGINEERING N4-N6
  • NATIONAL N CERTIFICATE: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
  • NATIONAL N CERTIFICATE: FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
  • NATIONAL N CERTIFICATE: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
  • NATIONAL N CERTIFICATE: MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT
  • NATIONAL N CERTICATE: PUBLIC MANAGEMENT
  • NATIONAL N CERTIFICATE: CIVIL ENGINEERING
  • NATIONAL N CERTIFICATE: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
  • NATIONAL N CERTIFICATE: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

ONLINE COURSES

National Certificate (Vocational)

Subjects and Topics

Applied Accounting Level 2: 
– Cash Journals

Applied Accounting Level 3: 
– Analysis of Cash Book

Applied Accounting Level 4: 
– Financial Statements (Balance Sheets)
– Financial Statements (Income Statements)

Business Practice Level 4: 
– Time Management

Carpentry and Roof Work Level 2:
– Roof Construction

Carpentry and Roof Work Level 4:
– Doors and Door Furniture

Construction Level 2:
– Foundation
– Measuring and Setting Out

Electrical Systems and Construction Level 2-4:
– House Installation

Electronic Control and Digital Electronics Level 2:
– Components and Circuit Diagrams

Electronic Control and Digital Electronics Level 4:
– Basic Design of Single Stage Transistor Amplifier
– Bipolar Junction Transistor Amplifier
– Fundamentals of Electronics
– Programmable Logic Controllers

Electrical Principles and Practice Level 2:
– Measuring and Testing Instruments

Electrical Principles and Practice Level 4:
– Fundamentals of Electricity

Engineering and Related Design Level 2:
– Setting and Operating Equipment

Engineering Fabrication Level 2:
– Oxy-Acetyline Cutting (Theory)
– Oxy-Acetyline Cutting (Practical)

English Level 4:
– Cartoons, Pictures and Comic Strips
– Critical Writing
– How We Write with an Opinion (Part 1)
– How We Write with an Opinion (Part 2)
– Job Finder

Financial Management Level 4:
– Financial Ratio Analysis

Fitting and Turning Level 2:
– Milling Machine (Part 1)
– Milling Machine (Part 2)

Fitting and Turning Level 3:
– Brakes and Clutches
– Centre Lathe (Part 1)
– Centre Lathe (Part 2)

Food Preparation Level 4:
– Meat, Poultry, Game and Offal

Freight Logistics Level 2:
– Key Processes and Functions in Freight Logistics

Hospitality Generics Level 2:
– Handle and Disposal of Waste

Life Orientation Level 2-4:
– Citizenship: What are free and fair elections?
– Citizenship: What are human rights?
– Citizenship: What is a responsive citizen?
– Citizenship: Why is civic education important?
– Citizenship: Why should you vote?
– Civics Academy Lecturer Guide

Life Orientation Level 4:
– Module 1 (Lesson 2)
– Module 1 (Lesson 3)
– Module 3 (Lesson 1)
– Module 3 (Lesson 2)
– Module 3 (Lesson 3)
– Module 4 (Lesson 3)

Mathematical Literacy Level 3:
– Space, Shape and Orientation

Mathematics Level 2:
– Exponents
– Functions and Algebra (Part 1)
– Functions and Algebra (Part 2)
– Space, Shapes and Measurement

Mathematics Level 4:
– Differentiation Rules and Equation of Tangents
– Application of Differentiation – Rates of Change
– Application of Differentiation – Cubic Graphs
– Integration (Part 1)
– Integration (Part 2)

New Venture Creation Level 2:
– Determining Financial Requirements of a New Venture

New Venture Creation Level 4:
– Funding Options Available for SMME

Plant and Equipment Level 2:
– Hand Tools

Plant and Equipment Level 3:
– Internal Combustion Engine

Systems Analysis and Designs Level 4:
– Analysing Information Systems
– Information Gathering Techniques

Transport Economics Level 3:
– Legislation and Regulation of the Transport Industry

Transport Operations Level 2:
– Operations Within a Transport Business

Welding Level 3:
– Principles of Arc Welding

NATED Report 191

Subjects and Topics

Building and Structural Surveying N4:
– Areas and Volume

Catering N5:
– Food Systems (Colloidal Dispersions)
– Food Systems (Emulsions and Emulgents)
– Food Systems (True Solutions)
– Soups

Catering Theory N5:
– Flour
– Gelatine

Catering Theory N6:
– Special Preparation Technique

Drawing N6:
– Study Guide

Engineering Science N2:
– Energy and Momentum

Engineering Science N3:
– Friction

Entrepreneurship and Business Management N4:
– Cashflow Statement

Financial Accounting N4:
– Department Income Statement

Financial Accounting N5:
– Insurance Claims
– Stock Evaluation

Financial Accounting N6:
– Cashflow Statements

Labour Relations N5:
– Structuring of Labour Relations in South Africa

Labour Relations N6:
– The Labour Relations Systems

Mathematics N4:
– Differentiation

Mathematics N6:
– Formula Sheet
– Second Order Differentiation

Mechanotechnics N6:
– Balancing

Pneumatic and Electrical Control (FESTO):
– Basic Pneumatics
– PLC Programmes and Hardware
– Installation of a PLC

Quantity Surveyor N5:
– Interim Valuation

Travel Office Procedures N6:
– Communication with the Press

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Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)

If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of bursaries and loans to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.

This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.

📌 What is NSFAS?

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.

NSFAS offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans:

  • Bursaries: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).
  • Loans: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.

✅ Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?

To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:

  • Be a South African citizen.
  • Be financially needy, with a household income of less than R350,000 per year.
  • Have a valid South African ID.
  • Be enrolled or accepted to study at a public university or TVET college.
  • Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.
  • Maintain satisfactory academic progress (returning students).

📚 Courses Funded by NSFAS

NSFAS primarily funds undergraduate qualifications, but certain postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB) may be considered under the NSFAS loan scheme, not bursaries.

If you’re studying:

  • Undergraduate degree or diploma: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.
  • Postgraduate study: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.

📄 Required Documents for NSFAS Application

When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:

  1. Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card.
  2. Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents.
  3. Proof of income (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).
  4. Consent Form signed by your parent(s)/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.
  5. Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution.
  6. Academic transcripts (for continuing or postgraduate students).

🖥️ How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online

Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)

  1. Visit the NSFAS Website

    Go to: https://www.nsfas.org.za

  2. Create an Account

    • Click on “MyNSFAS” and register your profile.
    • You’ll need a valid email address and South African cellphone number.
    • Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.

  3. Login and Start the Application

    • After registration, log in to your MyNSFAS account.
    • Click on “Apply” to begin a new application.

  4. Fill in Your Personal Details

    • Input your ID number, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.
    • Provide household income information and living arrangements.

  5. Upload Required Documents

    • Upload all supporting documents in PDF or JPEG format.
    • Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.

  6. Submit Your Application

    • Review your application for accuracy.
    • Click “Submit” and wait for a confirmation message.

  7. Track Your Application

    • Log in regularly to check your application status.
    • You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.

🗓️ Important NSFAS Dates (2025)

  • Application Opening Date: September 1, 2025
  • Application Deadline: January 31, 2026
  • Appeals Period: February 2026 (if rejected)
  • Disbursement: After registration and approval

Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.

💸 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?

NSFAS funding typically includes:

  • Tuition fees
  • Registration fees
  • Accommodation (if living away from home)
  • Meals and transport
  • Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)

For loans, repayment is only required once you start working and earn above a threshold (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).

🔄 NSFAS Loan Repayment

Repayments are:

  • Income-contingent – you only repay when you can afford to.
  • Administered by DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training).
  • Interest-bearing, but interest rates are low and favorable.

You can also apply for a partial loan conversion to a bursary if you perform well academically.

🔁 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application

If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:

  1. Log into your MyNSFAS account.
  2. Click on “Track Funding Progress”.
  3. If rejected, click on “Submit Appeal”.
  4. Upload any missing or corrected documents.
  5. Provide a clear explanation or motivation.

📱 NSFAS Contact Information

📝 Final Tips Before Applying

  • Apply early to avoid system overload near the deadline.
  • Use your own email and cellphone number (do not use someone else’s).
  • Double-check that all your documents are certified and legible.
  • Keep a copy of your submission confirmation for reference.

By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams—without the burden of immediate financial pressure.

 

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