University of Pretoria Courses

Below are the courses that you can study at the University of Pretoria (UP):

Faculty Of Economic and Management Sciences

Financial Sciences

  • Department of Accounting
  • Department of Auditing
  • Department of Financial Management
  • Department of Taxation

Economic Sciences

  • Department of Economics

Management Sciences

  • Department of Business Management
  • Department of Human Resource Management
  • Department of Marketing Management

Public Management and Administration

  • School of Public Management and Administration

Faculty Of Education

  • Department of Humanities Education
  • Department of Science, Mathematics & Technology Education
  • Department of Education Management & Policy Studies
  • Department of Educational Psychology
  • Department of Early Childhood Education

Faculty Of Engineering, The Built Environment & Information Technology

School Of Engineering

  • Department of Chemical Engineering
  • Department of Civil Engineering
  • Department of Electrical, Electronic and Computer Enigineering
  • Department of Industrial and System Engineering
  • Department of Material Sciences and Metallurgical Engineering
  • Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering
  • Department of Mining Engineering

School for the Built Environment

  • Department of Architecture
  • Department of Construction Economics
  • Department of Town and Regional Planning

School of Information Technology

  • Department of Informatics
  • Department of Information Science
  • Department of Computer Science

Faculty Of Human Science

School of Dentistry

  • Department of Community Dentistry
  • Department of Dental Management Sciences
  • Department of Maxillo-Facial and Oral Surgery
  • Department of Odontology
  • Department of Oral Pathology and Oral Biology
  • Department of Orthodontics
  • Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine
  • Department of Prosthodontics

School Of Health Care Science

  • Department of Occupational Therapy
  • Department of Physiotherapy
  • Department of Radiography
  • Department of Nursing Science
  • Department of Human Nutrition

School Of Medicine

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  • Department of Aerospace Medicine
  • Department of Anatomical Pathology
  • Department of Anaesthesiology
  • Department of Anatomy
  • Department of Cardio-thoraric Surgery
  • Department of Cardiology
  • Department of Critical Care
  • Department of Chemical Pathology
  • Department of Clinical Epidemiology
  • Department of Dermatology
  • Department of Family Medicine
  • Department of Forensic Medicine
  • Department of Haematology
  • Department of Immunology
  • Department of Internal Medicine
  • Department of Medical Microbiology
  • Department of Medical Oncology
  • Department of Medical Virology
  • Department of Neurosurgery
  • Department of Neurology
  • Department of Nuclear Medicine
  • Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology
  • Department of Opthalmology
  • Department of Orthopaedics
  • Department of Otorhinolaryngology
  • Department of Paediatrics
  • Department of Pharmacology
  • Department of Philosophy & Ethics of Mental Health
  • Department of Plastic Surgery
  • Department of Psychiatry
  • Department of Physiology
  • Department of Radiation Oncology
  • Department of Radiology
  • Department of Rheumatology
  • Department of Surgery
  • Department of Urology

Faculty Of Humanities

  • Department of African Languages
  • Department of Afrikaans
  • Department of Ancient Languages and Cultures
  • Department of Anthropology and Archaeology
  • Department of Drama
  • Department of English
  • Department of Historical and Heritage Studies
  • Department of Modern European Languages
  • Department of Music
  • Department of Philosophy
  • Department of Political Sciences
  • Department of Psychology
  • Department of Social Work and Criminology
  • Department of Sociology
  • Department of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology
  • Department of Sport and Leisure Studies
  • Department of UP Arts
  • Department of Visual Arts

Faculty Of Law

  • Department of Jurisprudence
  • Department of Mercantile Law
  • Department of Private Law
  • Department of Procedural Law
  • Department of Public Law

Faculty Of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

  • Department of Actuarial Science
  • Department of Agricultural Economics, Extension and Rural Development
  • Department of Animal and Wildlife Sciences
  • Department of Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology
  • Department of Chemistry
  • Department of Consumer Science & Food Science
  • Department of Geography, Geoinformatics and Meteorology
  • Department of Geology
  • Department of Mathematics and Applied Mathematics
  • Department of Physics
  • Department of Plant and Soil Sciences
  • Department of Statistics
  • Department of Zoology and Entomology
  • Department of Anatomy
  • Department of Physiology

Faculty Of Theology and Religion

  • Department of Church History and Church Polity
  • Department of Dogmatics & Christian Ethics
  • Department of New Testament Studies
  • Department of Practical Theology
  • Department of Science of Religion and Missiology
  • Department of Old Testament Studies

Faculty Of Veterinary Science

  • Department of Anatomy and Physiology
  • Department of Companion Animal Clinical Studies
  • Department of Paraclinical Sciences
  • Department of Production Animal Studies
  • Department of Veterinary Tropical Diseases

 


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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.

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📌 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.
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  • Be enrolled or accepted to study at a public university or TVET college.
  • Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.
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📚 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:

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  • 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).
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  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

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    • Provide household income information and living arrangements.
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🗓️ 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:

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📝 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.