{"id":88392,"date":"2024-06-13T19:00:19","date_gmt":"2024-06-13T19:00:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/courses24.co.za\/?page_id=68613"},"modified":"2024-06-13T19:00:19","modified_gmt":"2024-06-13T19:00:19","slug":"namibian-college-of-open-learning-namcol-application","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/namibian-college-of-open-learning-namcol-application\/","title":{"rendered":"Namibian College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) Application"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-907327663\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>NAMCOL is one of the well-established open and distance learning institutions in Namibia.<br \/>NAMCOL has over the past twenty years grown exponentially in enrolment, resources and the offering of programmes. Since its mandate caters for the diverse needs of the population, the first professional programmes were introduced in 2001.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, NAMCOL offers a range of these programmes in various fields such as community development, business management, local government, early childhood development, youth work and community-based work with children and youth, additional to its secondary education programme. NAMCOL continues to make its programmes accessible for its customers and places a high priority on quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Namibian College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) Admission Requirements \/ Qualifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For entry into secondary education programmes, proof must be provided that the learner has passed the same or a similar subject at a lower grade or standard. This applies to enrolment for both JSC and NSSC learners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The National Examinations, Assessment and Certification Board (NEACB) of Namibia under the auspices of the Ministry of Education, Arts and Cullture (MoEAC) has laid down requirements for registration to sit for the Grade<br \/>10 (JSC) and Grade 12 (NSSCO) examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accordingly, admission to courses offered by the College are subject to admission requirements as set out by the NEACB.According to the NEACB guidelines, JSC (Grade 10) first-time takers are not allowed to take more than three subjects with NAMCOL. A re-sit candidate is, however, allowed to enrol with NAMCOL for up to six Grade 10<br \/>subjects. Similarly, NSSCO (Grade 12) first time takers are not allowed to enrol with NAMCOL for more than three subjects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Resit NSSCO learners are permitted to enrol for more than three NSSCO subjects per year. Since NAMCOL`s ourses and the national examinations are heavily subsidised by the government, it is our policy NOT TO enrol learners who do not meet the requirements of the NEACB and such leaners are thus not allowed to sit for the examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Namibian College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) Courses Offered<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>NAMCOL provides study opportunities for adults and out-of-school youth. The College`s core activity has traditionally been its programme of Secondary Education (SE), which enables those who cannot or do not wish to attend formal schools to study for either the Junior Secondary Certificate (JSC or Grade 10) or the Namibia Senior Secondary Curriculum (NSSC or Grade 12). Since 2004 Tertiary Level Programmes were introduced for students who wishes to pursue studies after Grade 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The following programmes are on offer:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>* Secondary Education&nbsp; (SE)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>* Tertiary Level Programmes (TLP)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>* Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Secondary Education<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The Secondary Education programme is intended for learners who have been unable to gain admission to the formal education system for Grade 10 (JSC) or Grade 12 (NSSC). It is open to both out-of-school youth and adults. The objective is to allow these target groups to study at their own pace and convenience in order to complete their JSC and NSSC certificates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Grade 10 (Junior Secondary Certificate)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Subjects on offer:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following is the list of subjects on offer, with the respective examination subject codes for grade 10:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Grade 12 (Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Subjects on offer:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following is the list of subjects on offer, with the respective examination subject codes for grade 12:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.namcol.edu.na\/files\/images\/Grade10pic2.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>* Tertiary Level Programmes (TLP)<\/strong><br \/>Certificate in Education for Development (CED)<br \/>Certificate in Local Government Studies (CLGS)<br \/>Certificate in English Communications<br \/>The Bachelor of Arts in Youth Development Work (BYD)<br \/>Diploma in Youth Development Work (DYD)<br \/>Certificate in Community Based Work with Children and Youth (CWCY)<br \/>Certificate in Early Childhood Development (CECD)<br \/>Certificate in Business and Entrepreneurship (CBE)<br \/>Diploma in Education for Development (DED)<br \/>Diploma in Early Childhood and Pre-primary Education (DECPPE)<br \/>the Bachelor of Arts in Youth Development Work (BYD)<br \/>Certificate in Business and Entrepreneurship (CBE)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Technical, Vocational Education and Training Programmes (TVET)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introduction<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>NAMCOL offers the following Technical, Vocational Education and Training Programmes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Automotive Mechanics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plumbing and Pipefitting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Welding and Metal Fabrication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Office Administration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The ultimate aim of these programmes is to alleviate the high unemployment rate in the country. As employment opportunities in the formal sector shrink, the acquisition of business management and entrepreneurial skills for self-employment becomes crucial. The development of entrepreneurial skills for self-employment will be part of these programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Target groups<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The primary beneficiaries will be \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>existing NAMCOL trainees<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>unemployed youths and adults<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>entrepreneurs seeking to upgrade their skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The programme objectives are to \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>equip trainees with knowledge and skills to further their studies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>equip trainees with knowledge and skills which will give them a chance to enter the job market<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>equip trainees with knowledge and skill which will assist them to be self-employed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>assist existing entrepreneurs to upgrade their skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To be admitted to this programme, a candidate must have \u2013<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>at least a Grade 10 (Standard 8) certificate with a pass in English, Mathematics and Science, apart from Office Administration, which does not require Science<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>background\/experience in a field to enrol or a technical subject (e.g. Design and Technology).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NAMCOL Fees Sampe<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tuition and registration will be N$ 6550.00<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Successful candidates will apply for loans through NSFAF<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NAMCOL Pre-Entry to Tertiary Education Programme (PETE) Application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The PETE programme is a special programme, necessitated by the trend that current science and technology related programmes at institutions of higher learning indicate low admission in relation to gender and the least advantaged groups. The PETE programme was thus introduced to address the mismatch and bridge the gap between exit skills at secondary level and the required entry skills at higher education level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Objectives of this programme<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This programme aims to give learners the opportunity to rewrite specific NSSC (O\/H) subjects and improve their competencies to levels which will enable them to gain admission into tertiary institutions, and be able to cope with curricula demands at tertiary level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Admission requirements<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates are required to submit their applications at NAMCOL\u2019s regional and sub regional offices. The selection process will involve preliminary screening of applications and the administration of aptitude tests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates who wish to apply for this programme must have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>at least an E symbol in the four target\u00a0subjects;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>should be prepared to write an aptitude test.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application procedures<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Prospective candidates can collect an application form at NAMCOL\u2019s regionaland sub-regional offices. A non-refundable application fee of N$ 50-00 per learner is payable. No late applications will be received.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Documents Required<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Please submit the following documents with your application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Proof of identity ID document (Namibian ID or passport, NAMCOL learner ID,birth certificate)- please submit original\u00a0documents<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Original Gr. 12 certificate for the most\u00a0recent examination you sat (certified copies\u00a0of documents are not acceptable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application Period<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications open in January for three weeks. The dates will be announced in the media.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fee Structure<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The following fees must be paid in full at enrolment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>N$ 90.00 (non-refundable registration fee per learner)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>N$ 290.00 (for each subject)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Examination Fees<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Registration and payment for the examinations should be done at the Ministry of Education, Directorate National Examinations and Assessment (DNEA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Programme Delivery<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Prospective candidates should note that faceto-face sessions will be offered at the following venues:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>NAMCOL Head Office (Yetu Yama Centre,Katutura)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NAMCOL Northern Regional Office (Ongwediva)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NAMCOL North-Eastern Regional Office(Rundu)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NAMCOL Central Regional Office (Otjiwarongo)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Course Offerings<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>The following courses will be offered as part of this programme:&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Jetu Jama:<\/strong>&nbsp;English 2<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;Language, Mathematics, Biology (Ordinary and Higher), Physical Science (Ordinary and Higher), Accounting (Ordinary and Higher),<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Economics (Ordinary and Higher) and Business Studies (Ordinary and Higher).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rundu:&nbsp;<\/strong>English 2<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;Language, Physical Science, Rukwangali.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Otjiwarongo:<\/strong>&nbsp;English 2<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;Language, Physical Science, Biology and Mathematics (All Ordinary level).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ongwediva:<\/strong>&nbsp;English 2<sup>nd<\/sup>&nbsp;Language, Mathematics, Biology, Physical Science, Economics, Business Studies and Accounting (All Ordinary level)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Learners who are selected for the programme,qualify for the following services:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Orientation Workshops<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of the NAMCOL Good Study Guide<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NAMCOL Study Materials<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Face-to-Face Tutorials (5 hours per week in each subject)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tutor-Marked Assignments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Examination Booklets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-Supervised Study Groups and Study Halls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Study-Related Counselling\/Coaching<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>HIV and AIDS Programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Access to Services at NAMCOL Resource Centres<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Short Message Sending (SMS)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>E-Learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Basic Computer Skills Course<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Educational Radio Programmes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Namibian College of Open Learning Application Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following fees must be paid in FULL at enrolment:\u00a0<strong>N$80.00<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>non-refundable registration fee per learner&nbsp;<strong>N$150.00<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>for each Grade 10 (JSC) subject\u00a0<strong>N$260.00\u00a0<\/strong>for each Grade 12 (NSSCO) subject.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NAMCOL Application Prospectus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is the prospectus for\u00a0<strong>2024 intake\u00a0<\/strong>of<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>NAMCOL application prospectus for applicants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note<\/strong>: the document contains information from the 2024 prospectus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Attached document<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/namcol.edu.na\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/PROSPECTUS-2023-NB.pdf\"><strong><em>Click here<\/em><\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;to get access to the application prospectus<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Admission Guidelines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Documents Needed for Admission<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following documents are needed for enrolment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Proof of identity (Namibian ID OR passport, NAMCOL Learner ID, birth certificate)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 ORIGINAL certificate of your highest educational qualification or ORIGINAL statement of results for the most recent examination you sat (certified copies of the above documents are NOT acceptable)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Payment in full of subject fees (in cash or by money order)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Study permit for all foreign nationals*<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 One passport-size photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Statement of Entry for learners previously enrolled with NAMCOL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have to present the above mentioned documents for enrolment. Enrolment officers will be present to assist you<br \/>with the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon enrolment, you will be given a set of study materials, a copy of the receipt of payment and a Learner ID as proof that you have enrolled with NAMCOL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After the enrolment period, you will receive a Statement<br \/>of Entry indicating your enrolment particulars and all the subjects you have enrolled for during the current academic year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NAMCOL Online Application Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 1. Pre- Application<\/strong><br \/>What do you need before applying Online?<br \/>a. Certified scanned copies of Academic certificates.<br \/>b. Certified scanned copies of ID card or Passport.<br \/>c. Employer certificate (testimonial).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 2.<\/strong><br \/>To apply for a programm log on to&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.namcol.edu.na\/\"><em>www.namcol.edu.na<\/em><\/a>&nbsp;. Once the home page of Namcol opens, click on&nbsp;\u201cmyNAMCOL\u201d to access the portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 3.<\/strong><br \/>Click on New application to start with the application&nbsp;process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 4.<\/strong><br \/>Complete the Biographical Information. All the fields&nbsp;with * must be completed. Verify the accuracy of the&nbsp;information before you save. Click on save button,&nbsp;after which you will be issued with a reference\/student&nbsp;number.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 5. Creation of PIN<\/strong><br \/>1. Please take note of your reference number. This&nbsp;number will be your student number.<br \/>2. Enter the 5 numeric digit PIN of your choice (Do not&nbsp;start with 0 and do not repeat a number) and click on<br \/><strong>CREATE PIN.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 6. Application Rules<\/strong><br \/>Click on Application menu. Open \u201cview application rules\u201d&nbsp;and read the rules, accept the rules by clicking on \u201cI accept\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 7.<\/strong><br \/>Under Academic application Click on to select name of&nbsp;your previous school. Fill in the period of attendance. Click<br \/>on the save button to save your information. Click next to&nbsp;continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 8.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click on to select the subjects done (maximum 6) and enter&nbsp;the grades as they appear on your certificates .<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 9.<\/strong><br \/>Click on \u201cLoad\/view documents\u201d to upload your scanned&nbsp;certificates, ID, and work experience certificates. Click on<br \/>save button and click next to continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 10. Choice of Programme<\/strong><br \/>a. Select academic year, enter the qualification name and click&nbsp;on \u201csearch button\u201d to select your programme of study.<br \/>b. Fill in the required information and click on \u201csave and&nbsp;continue\u201d once done<br \/>c. Click on \u201cAccept application\u201d and click next to continue.<br \/>d. Click on \u201cNotify institution and view errors\u201d to view the error.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Step 11. PAYMENT OF APPLICATION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please make the application payment\u00a0of N$100.00 to the NAMCOL account.\u00a0Indicate the student number as a reference\u00a0number. Fax the bank receipt to 061 298 2\u00a0attention Mr Elton Tjuma at NAMCOL and\u00a0log in again after 2 weeks to continue with\u00a0the application.<br \/>b. Click on submit application to continue\u00a0with the application after the payment.<br \/>c. Click OK to continue with the application.<br \/>d. Click on \u201cAccept application\u201d to continue\u00a0with application<br \/>e. Your application have been successfully\u00a0submitted.<br \/>f. Click on \u201cview completed application\u201d to\u00a0confirm your completed application.<br \/>g. Click on process status to view the process\u00a0status.<br \/>h. You have successfully completed the\u00a0application process. Log in after 10 weeks\u00a0to view your application status.<br \/>i. Log on again using your PIN and click\u00a0on \u201cStudent Enquiry \u201c then \u201cAcademic\u00a0Admission status\u201d to view the status 10 weeks after the closing of the application\u00a0period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Namibian College of Open Learning Admission Guide<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following documents are needed for enrolment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Proof of identity (Namibian ID OR passport, NAMCOL Learner ID, birth certificate)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 ORIGINAL certificate of your highest educational qualification or ORIGINAL statement of results for the most recent examination you sat (certified copies of the above documents are NOT acceptable)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Payment in full of subject fees (in cash or by money order)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Study permit for all foreign nationals*<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 One passport-size photo<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Statement of Entry for learners previously enrolled with NAMCOL.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You have to present the above mentioned documents for enrolment. Enrolment officers will be present to assist you<br \/>with the process. Upon enrolment, you will be given a set of study materials, a copy of the receipt of payment and a Learner ID as proof that you have enrolled with NAMCOL. After the enrolment period, you will receive a Statement<br \/>of Entry indicating your enrolment particulars and all the subjects you have enrolled for during the current academic year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Procedures<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please keep all these documents in a safe place. Your NAMCOL ID and proof of payment will be required when you<br \/>register for the examinations or when you collect outstanding study material.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Please note:<\/strong><br \/>The NAMCOL Statement of Entry must be presented along with your proof of payment and Learner ID when you register for examinations with the Directorate of National Examinations and Assessment (DNEA).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foreign Nationals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Prospective applicants must submit the following documents when applying for studies at the College:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Study permits; this is a national directive issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs that all students of foreign origin MUST first apply for Study Permits at the Ministry before approaching any educational<br \/>institution for enrolment;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Passport valid for at least a year,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Identification Document,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 A valid Visa (if required),<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Police Clearance,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Highest educational qualifications certified by Namibia Qualifications Authority and a<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Medical Clearance Report.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prospective applicants can approach NAMCOL for possible acquisition of an acknowledgement letter for the application of the study permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fee for lost documents:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A N$20.00 fee is payable for<br \/>lost enrollment receipts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Use the contact information below for support<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Office of the Director<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Telephone : + 264 61 320 5111<br \/>Fax : + 264 61 216 987<br \/>Website:&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.namcol.edu.na\/\">http\/\/www.namcol.edu.na<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel: 061-320 5217<br \/>Fax2mail: 0886 200 78<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Learner Support (LS)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel: 061-320 5246<br \/>Email:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:keendjele@namcol.edu.na\">keendjele@namcol.edu.na<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Support Services (SS)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tel: 061-320 5111<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:alberts@namcol.edu.na\">alberts@namcol.edu.na<\/a><\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-1169083885\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"advads-btf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-1627638839\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-2627705272\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sponsored Guide<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> 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.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>NAMCOL is one of the well-established open and distance learning institutions in Namibia.NAMCOL has over the past twenty years grown exponentially in enrolment, resources and the offering of programmes. 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