Here is a list of courses or programmes offered by Nelson Mandela University (NMU) and all candidates interested in studying at the institution are encouraged to take note:
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- Agricultural Management (George campus)
- Applied Language Studies
- Architectural Technology & Interior Design
- Architecture
- Art and Design: Introductory Studies
- Biochemistry and Microbiology
- Botany
- Building and Human Settlement Development
- Business Management
- Ceramic Design
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computing Sciences
- Construction Management
- Criminal and Procedural Law
- Development Studies
- Dietetics
- Drawing
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- Emergency Medical Care
- Environmental Health
- Fashion Design
- Forestry (George campus)
- Game Management (Port Elizabeth, Addo)
- Game Ranch Management (George campus)
- Geosciences
- Graphic Design
- Human Movement Science
- Human Resources Management
- Industrial and Organisational Psychology
- Industrial Engineering
- Information Technology
- Media and Communication
- Language & Literature
- Logistics Management
- Management and Entrepreneurship
- Marketing Management
- Mathematics and Applied Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics
- Medical Laboratory Sciences
- Mercantile Law
- Music
- Nature Conservation (George campus)
- Nursing Science
- Ocean Sciences
- Painting
- Pharmacy
- Photography
- Physics
- Political and Conflict Studies
- Printmaking
- Private Law
- Psychology
- Public Law
- Public Management and Leadership
- Public Relations & Communication Studies
- Quantity Surveying
- Radiography
- Sculpture
- Social Development Professions
- Sociology and Anthropology
- Stained Glass
- Statistics
- Textile Design
- Textile Science
- Tourism Management
- Wood Technology (George campus)
- Zoology
SHORT COURSES
| CATEGORIES AND MODULES | *COMPLEXITY LEVEL | DURATION |
|---|---|---|
| ADMINISTRATION | ||
| Effective Office Administration | M | 2 Days |
| Prepare, Conduct and Record Meetings | M+1 | 1 Day |
| Professional Personal Assistant | M+1 | 2 Days |
| BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP | ||
| Business Plan Development | M | 3 Days |
| Introduction to Entrepreneurship | M | 3 Days |
| Personal Effectiveness in a Business Environment | M | 2 Days |
| Principles of Costing and Pricing | M | 2 Days |
| Tender to Secure Business | M | 2 Days |
| The Function of Market Mechanisms | M | 3 Days |
| The Importance of Innovation in Business | M | 2 Days |
| The Viability of Business Ideas and Opportunities | M | 2 Days |
| BUSINESS LAW | ||
| Contract Management | M+2 | 3 Days |
| Legal Principles for Business | M+2 | 2.5 Days |
| COMMUNICATION | ||
| Assertiveness and Influencing Skills | M+1 | 2 Days |
| Business Writing Skills | M+1 | 1 Day |
| Communication in a Business Environment | M+2 | 2 Days |
| Conflict Resolution Skills and Strategies | M+1 | 2 Days |
| Effective Presentation Skills | M+1 | 2 Days |
| Effective Writing Skills | M | 2 Days |
| Facilitating Organisational Conversations | M+2 | 2 Days |
| Frontline Communication | M | 1 Day |
| Interpersonal Skills | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Professional Presentation Skills | M+2 | 2.5 Days |
| Report Writing Skills | M+1 | 1 Day |
| CUSTOMER SERVICE | ||
| Excellence in Service | M | 1 Day |
| Excellence in Service Implementation | M+1 | ½ Day |
| Marketing Principles and Customer Relationship Management | M+2 | 4.5 Days |
| ECONOMICS | ||
| Economic Principles for Managers | M+2 | 4 Days |
| FINANCE | ||
| Basic Financial Principles | M | 1 Day |
| Financial Principles (Intermediate) | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Finance for Non-Financial Managers | M+2 | 5 Days |
| Financial Management for a New Venture | M | 2 Days |
| HUMAN RESOURCES and LABOUR RELATIONS | ||
| Employment Equity | M+1 | ½ Day |
| Handling Workplace Labour Relations | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Human Resource Management for Non-Practitioners | M+2 | 3 Days |
| Labour Relations | M+2 | 3 Days |
| Role of the Shop Steward | M+1 | 1 Day |
| Talent Attraction and Retention | M+2 | 1 Day |
| Workplace Discipline | M | 2 Days |
| IMPROVING PERFORMANCE | ||
| Creative Problem Solving and Decision Making | M+1 | 1 Day |
| Facilitator Course | M+1 | 3.5 Days |
| Motivating People | M | 1 Day |
| Monitoring & Evaluation for Organisational Performance | M+3 | 5 Days |
| Productivity, Continuous Improvement and Introduction to Work Study | M+1 | 2 Days |
| Time Management | M | 1 Day |
| Tools for Continuous Improvement | M | 1 Day |
| LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT | ||
| Change Management | M+1 | 1 Day |
| Coaching | M+1 | 2 Days |
| Contemporary Management | M+2 | 5 Days |
| Diversity and Personal Effectiveness | M+1 | 1 Day |
| Ethics in Moral Leadership | M+2 | 2 Days |
| Integral Leadership for Established Managers | M+3 | 6 Days |
| Knowledge Management for Organisational Transformation | M+2 | 3 Days |
| Leadership and Teambuilding Skills | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Leadership Skills for the 21st Century | M+2 | 5 Days |
| Management Skills for 21st Century Leaders | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Mentorship | M+1 | 1 Day |
| Principles of Effective Teams and Meetings | M | 2 Days |
| Women in Leadership | M+2 | 3 Days |
| OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN | ||
| Basic Principles of Operations Management | M+1 | 1 Day |
| Customer Centric Approach to Supply Chain Management | M+2 | 3 Days |
| Fundamentals of Costing and Estimation Management | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Fundamentals of Freight Management | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Fundamentals of Inventory and Stores Management | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Fundamentals of Purchasing Management | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Integrated Operations Management | M+2 | 4 Days |
| PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT | ||
| Applied Emotional Intelligence (EQ) for Self-Management | M+1 | 2 Days |
| Effective Thinking in the Problem-Solving Process | M+1 | 2 Days |
| Emotional and Cultural Intelligence for the 21st Century Leader | M+2 | 3 Days |
| Self Development | M+2 | 3 Days |
| Stress Management | M+2 | 1.5 Days |
| PROJECT MANAGEMENT | ||
| Advanced Monitoring and Evaluation for Project Managers (#ECSA) | M+2 | 7 Days |
| Basic Project Management Tools and Techniques | M+1 | 1 Day |
| Leadership in the Project Environment | M+2 | 3 Days |
| Monitoring and Evaluation for Project Managers | M+1 | 3 Days |
| Monitoring and Evaluation for Organisational Performance | M+3 | 5 Days |
| MS Projects | M+2 | 2 Days |
| Project Management (incl. MS Projects) | M+2 | 5 Days |
| Project Management (excl. MS Projects) | M+2 | 3 or 5 Days |
| Project Finance | M+2 | 3 Days |
| QUALITY | ||
| Principles of Quality | M | 1 Day |
| Quality as Business Excellence | M+1 | 2 Days |
| RESEARCH | ||
| Basic Research Methodology | M+2 | 2 Days |
| Research for Senior Managers | M+4 | 6 Days |
| RETAIL | ||
| Retail Manager (Operational Finance) Skills Programme | M+1 | 5 Days |
| SAFETY | ||
| Safety, Health and Environmental Management | M+2 | 2.5 Days |
| Safety, Health and Environmental Risk Control | M+1 | 1.5 Days |
| SALES | ||
| Creative Selling Techniques | M+1 | 4 Days |
| STRATEGY | ||
| Analytical Thinking | M+1 | 2 Days |
| General and Strategic Management | M+2 | 3 Days |
| Organisational Development | M+2 | 5 Days |
| Strategic Management | M+2 | 4 Days |
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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:
- Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card.
- Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents.
- Proof of income (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).
- Consent Form signed by your parent(s)/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.
- Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution.
- Academic transcripts (for continuing or postgraduate students).
🖥️ How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online
Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)
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Visit the NSFAS Website
Go to: https://www.nsfas.org.za
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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.
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Login and Start the Application
- After registration, log in to your MyNSFAS account.
- Click on “Apply” to begin a new application.
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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.
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Upload Required Documents
- Upload all supporting documents in PDF or JPEG format.
- Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.
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Submit Your Application
- Review your application for accuracy.
- Click “Submit” and wait for a confirmation message.
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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:
- Log into your MyNSFAS account.
- Click on “Track Funding Progress”.
- If rejected, click on “Submit Appeal”.
- Upload any missing or corrected documents.
- Provide a clear explanation or motivation.
📱 NSFAS Contact Information
- Website: https://www.nsfas.org.za
- Email: info@nsfas.org.za
- Toll-Free Number: 08000 67327 (Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM)
- Twitter: @myNSFAS
- Facebook: NSFAS
📝 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.