{"id":11321,"date":"2024-03-01T06:27:18","date_gmt":"2024-03-01T06:27:18","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/50application.com\/?p=11321"},"modified":"2024-03-01T06:27:18","modified_gmt":"2024-03-01T06:27:18","slug":"vaal-university-technology-admission-requirements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/vaal-university-technology-admission-requirements\/","title":{"rendered":"Vaal University of Technology Admission Requirements"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Vaal University of Technology Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n<div class=\"componentheading\">Admission Requirements<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-content\">\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-2770398715\"><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><strong>Department: Process Control and Computer Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Diploma: Engineering Electrical, B Tech: Engineering Electrical, M Tech: Engineering Electrical, MEng: Engineering Electrical and<\/p>\n<p>D Tech: Engineering Electrical<\/p>\n<p><strong>Computer Systems &amp; Process Control<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>National Diploma &#8211;\u00a0Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\"><strong>NSC National Senior Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Compulsory Subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Minimum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">3 = 40 \u2013 49%<\/p>\n<p>4 = 50 \u2013 59%<\/p>\n<p>5 = 60 \u2013 69%<\/p>\n<p>6 = 70 \u2013 79%<\/p>\n<p>7 = 80 \u2013 89%<\/p>\n<p>8 = 90 \u2013 100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mathematics<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physical Science<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Any other 4 subjects with a minimum of 3<\/td>\n<td>4 x 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total APS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note: Scholars who do not qualify for the National Diploma Programmes may apply for the pre diploma programmes. Tel: (016) 950-9589. For details on the pre diploma programmes see VUT website www.vut.ac.za.<\/p>\n<p>Baccalaureus Technologiae (B Tech) &#8211; Admission requirements<\/p>\n<p>All applicants must have a National Diploma with the proviso of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the B Tech qualification, including 12 months Work Integrated Learning.<\/p>\n<p>M Tech in Process Control or Computer Systems<\/p>\n<p>Offered as research over a two year period.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Admission requirements for M Tech in Process Control or Computer Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Relevant B Tech degree or equivalent degree in Process Control or Computer Systems.<\/p>\n<p>D Tech in Process Control or Computer Systems<\/p>\n<p>Offered as research over a three year period.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Admission requirements for D Tech in Process Control or Computer Systems<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Relevant M Tech degree or equivalent degree in Process Control or Computer Systems.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Department: Electronic Engineering<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Diploma: Engineering Electrical, B Tech: Engineering Electrical<\/p>\n<p>M Tech: Engineering Electrical, MEng: Engineering Electrical and<\/p>\n<p>D Tech: Engineering Electrical<\/p>\n<p><strong>National Diploma &#8211;\u00a0Minimum Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\"><strong>NSC National Senior Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Compulsory Subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Minimum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">3 = 40 \u2013 49%<\/p>\n<p>4 = 50 \u2013 59%<\/p>\n<p>5 = 60 \u2013 69%<\/p>\n<p>6 = 70 \u2013 79%<\/p>\n<p>7 = 80 \u2013 89%<\/p>\n<p>8 = 90 \u2013 100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mathematics<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physical Science<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Any other 4 subjects with a minimum of 3<\/td>\n<td>4 x 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total APS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note: Scholars who do not qualify for the National Diploma Programmes may apply for the pre diploma programmes. Tel: (016) 950-9589. For details on the pre diploma programmes see VUT website www.vut.ac.za<\/p>\n<p>Baccalaureus Technologiae (B Tech) &#8211; Admission requirements<\/p>\n<p>All applicants must have a National Diploma with the proviso of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the B Tech qualification, including 12 months Work Integrated Learning.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Department: Power Engineering<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Diploma: Engineering Electrical, B Tech: Engineering Electrical,<\/p>\n<p>M Tech: Engineering Electrical, MEng: Engineering Electrical and<\/p>\n<p>D Tech: Engineering Electrical<\/p>\n<p><strong>National Diploma &#8211; Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\"><strong>NSC National Senior Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Compulsory Subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Minimum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">3 = 40 \u2013 49%<\/p>\n<p>4 = 50 \u2013 59%<\/p>\n<p>5 = 60 \u2013 69%<\/p>\n<p>6 = 70 \u2013 79%<\/p>\n<p>7 = 80 \u2013 89%<\/p>\n<p>8 = 90 \u2013 100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mathematics<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physical Science<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Any other 4 subjects with a minimum of 3<\/td>\n<td>4 x 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total APS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note: Scholars who do not qualify for the National Diploma Programmes may apply for the pre diploma programmes. Tel: (016) 950-9589. For details on the pre diploma programmes see VUT website www.vut.ac.za<\/p>\n<p><strong>Baccalaureus Technologiae (B Tech) &#8211; Admission requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All applicants must have a National Diploma with the proviso of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the B Tech qualification, including 12 months Work Integrated Learning<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Department: Chemical Engineering<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Diploma: Engineering Chemical,<\/p>\n<p>B Tech: Engineering Chemical, M Tech: Engineering Chemical, MEng Engineering Chemical and PhD: Engineering Chemical<\/p>\n<p><strong>National Diploma &#8211; Minimum Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\"><strong>NSC National Senior Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Compulsory Subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Minimum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">3 = 40 \u2013 49%<\/p>\n<p>4 = 50 \u2013 59%<\/p>\n<p>5 = 60 \u2013 69%<\/p>\n<p>6 = 70 \u2013 79%<\/p>\n<p>7 = 80 \u2013 89%<\/p>\n<p>8 = 90 \u2013 100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mathematics<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physical Science<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Any other 4 subjects with a minimum of 3<\/td>\n<td>4 x 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total APS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note: Scholars who do not qualify for the National Diploma Programmes may apply for the pre diploma programmes. Tel: (016) 950-9589. For details on the pre diploma programmes see VUT website www.vut.ac.za<\/p>\n<p>Baccalaureus Technologiae (B Tech) &#8211; Admission requirements:<\/p>\n<p>All applicants must have a National Diploma with the proviso of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the B Tech qualification, including 12 months work integrated learning.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Chemical Admission requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>B Tech: Engineering: Chemical or equivalent. As this degree is based on research, all candidates shall, prior to registration submit the following:<\/p>\n<p>Guidelines for research projects are available at the Faculty of Engineering.<\/p>\n<p>Duration of Programme: The equivalent of 1 year full-time study.<\/p>\n<p>Programme Structure: This instructional programme comprises of a thesis only.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PhD Engineering: Chemical Admission requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Chemical or equivalent<\/p>\n<p>Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.<\/p>\n<p>Duration of the programme: At least two years full time research, concluded with a Doctoral Thesis<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Department: Civil Engineering and Building<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Diploma: Engineering: Civil, B Tech: Engineering Civil,<\/p>\n<p>M Tech: Engineering Civil, MEng: Engineering Civil and<\/p>\n<p>D Tech: Engineering Civil<\/p>\n<p><strong>National Diploma &#8211; Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\"><strong>NSC National Senior Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Compulsory Subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Minimum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">3 = 40 \u2013 49%<\/p>\n<p>4 = 50 \u2013 59%<\/p>\n<p>5 = 60 \u2013 69%<\/p>\n<p>6 = 70 \u2013 79%<\/p>\n<p>7 = 80 \u2013 89%<\/p>\n<p>8 = 90 \u2013 100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mathematics<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physical Science<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Any other 4 subjects with a minimum of 3<\/td>\n<td>4 x 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total APS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note: Scholars who do not qualify for the National Diploma Programmes may apply for the foundation programmes. Tel: (016) 950-9589. For details on the pre diploma programmes see VUT website www.vut.ac.za<\/p>\n<p>Baccalaureus Technologiae (B Tech) &#8211; Admission requirements<\/p>\n<p>All applicants must have a National Diploma with the proviso of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the B Tech qualification, including Work Integrated Learning.<\/p>\n<p><strong>MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE (M Tech: Engineering: Civil)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>ENTRANCE REQUIREMENT: B Tech: Engineering: Civil or an NQF level 7 qualification in Civil Engineering (or related field) with an average of 60%. Holders of any other equivalent South African or foreign qualifications may also be considered based on the department\u2019s assessment of these qualifications and the candidate\u2019s suitability for admission into the programme. A SAQA evaluation certificate will be required to be submitted upon application for admission by candidates with foreign qualifications.<\/p>\n<p>PROGRAMME DURATION: Minimum formal time is one year.<\/p>\n<p>PROGRAMME STRUCTURE: This instructional programme comprises of a thesis only, provided that the learner has already passed an instructional offering in research methodology.<\/p>\n<p><strong>DOCTOR TECHNOLOGIAE (D Tech: Engineering: Civil)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>ENTRANCE REQUIREMENT: M Tech: Engineering: Civil or an NQF level 8 qualification in Civil Engineering (or related field). Holders of any other equivalent South African or foreign qualifications may also be considered based on the department\u2019s assessment of these qualifications and the candidate\u2019s suitability for admission into the programme. A SAQA evaluation certificate will be required to be submitted upon application for admission by candidates with foreign qualifications.<\/p>\n<p>PROGRAMME DURATION: Minimum of two years and a maximum of five years.<\/p>\n<p>PROGRAMME STRUCTURE: This instructional programme comprises of a thesis only, provided that the learner has already passed an instructional offering in research methodology.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Industrial Engineering<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Department: Industrial Engineering &amp; Operations Management<\/p>\n<p>Diploma: Engineering Industrial, B Tech Engineering: Industrial Engineering and<\/p>\n<p>M Tech: Engineering Industrial<\/p>\n<p><strong>National Diploma &#8211; Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\"><strong>NSC National Senior Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Compulsory Subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Minimum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">3 = 40 \u2013 49%<\/p>\n<p>4 = 50 \u2013 59%<\/p>\n<p>5 = 60 \u2013 69%<\/p>\n<p>6 = 70 \u2013 79%<\/p>\n<p>7 = 80 \u2013 89%<\/p>\n<p>8 = 90 \u2013 100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mathematics<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physical Science<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Any other 4 subjects with a minimum of 3<\/td>\n<td>4 x 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total APS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><strong>Baccalaureus Technologiae (B Tech) &#8211; Admission requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All applicants must have a National Diploma with the proviso of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the B Tech qualification, including Work Integrated Learning.<\/p>\n<p>MASTER TECHNOLOGIAE (M Tech): ENGINEERING: INDUSTRIAL<\/p>\n<p>Programme Prerequisites<\/p>\n<p>(i) A B Tech: Engineering: Industrial degree with Average of 60%.<\/p>\n<p>(ii) All students are required to attend a Programme in research methodology<\/p>\n<p>Programme Duration<\/p>\n<p>As this degree is mainly based on research, all candidates for the degree shall, within six months after registration, submit proof of:<\/p>\n<p>a) Completion of the Project Research IV subject (or approved equivalent) at the B Tech level;<\/p>\n<p>b) Submission of a research proposal approved by the EXCO of Senate.<\/p>\n<p>Minimum duration is one year. Note: Guidelines for research projects are available from the Faculty of Engineering.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Operations Management<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Department: Industrial Engineering &amp; Operations Management<\/p>\n<p>Diploma: Engineering Operations Management, B Tech: Operations Management and M Tech: Operations<\/p>\n<p><strong>National Diploma &#8211; Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\"><strong>NSC National Senior Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Compulsory Subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Minimum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">3 = 40 \u2013 49%<\/p>\n<p>4 = 50 \u2013 59%<\/p>\n<p>5 = 60 \u2013 69%<\/p>\n<p>6 = 70 \u2013 79%<\/p>\n<p>7 = 80 \u2013 89%<\/p>\n<p>8 = 90 \u2013 100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mathematics<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physical Science<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Any other 4 subjects with a minimum of 3<\/td>\n<td>4 x 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total APS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Baccalaureus Technologiae (B Tech) &#8211; Admission requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All applicants must have a National Diploma with the proviso of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the B Tech qualification, including Work Integrated Learning.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Department: Mechanical Engineering<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Diploma: Engineering Mechanical, B Tech: Engineering Mechanical, M Tech: Engineering Mechanical, MEng: Engineering Mechanical and<\/p>\n<p>D Tech: Engineering: Mechanical<\/p>\n<p><strong>National Diploma &#8211; Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\"><strong>NSC National Senior Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Compulsory Subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Minimum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">3 = 40 \u2013 49%<\/p>\n<p>4 = 50 \u2013 59%<\/p>\n<p>5 = 60 \u2013 69%<\/p>\n<p>6 = 70 \u2013 79%<\/p>\n<p>7 = 80 \u2013 89%<\/p>\n<p>8 = 90 \u2013 100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mathematics<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physical Science<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Any other 4 subjects with a minimum of 3<\/td>\n<td>4 x 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total APS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note: Scholars who do not qualify for the National Diploma Programmes may apply for the pre diploma programmes. Tel: (016) 950-9589. For details on the pre diploma programmes see VUT website www.vut.ac.za<\/p>\n<p>Baccalaureus Technologiae (B Tech) &#8211; Admission requirements<\/p>\n<p>All applicants must have a National Diploma with the proviso of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the B Tech qualification, including 12 months Work Integrated Learning.<\/p>\n<p>MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE (M Tech)<\/p>\n<p>ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: A minimum average of 65% must be achieved in Baccalaureus Technologiae. All students are required to attend a Programme in research methodology.<\/p>\n<p>PROGRAMME DURATION: Minimum formal time is one year<\/p>\n<p>PROGRAMME STRUCTURE: A dissertation.<\/p>\n<p>DOCTOR TECHNOLOGIAE (D Tech)<\/p>\n<p>ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Magister Technologiae, or equivalent qualification<\/p>\n<p>PROGRAMME DURATION: Minimum formal time is two years<\/p>\n<p>PROGRAMME STRUCTURE: An advanced research project with a thesis.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Department: Metallurgical Engineering<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Diploma: Engineering Metallurgical, B Tech: Engineering Metallurgical,<\/p>\n<p>M Tech: Engineering Metallurgical, MEng: Engineering Metallurgical and<\/p>\n<p>D Tech: Engineering Metallurgical<\/p>\n<p><strong>National Diploma &#8211; Admission Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<table border=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td rowspan=\"6\"><strong>NSC National Senior Certificate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Compulsory Subjects<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Minimum<\/strong><\/td>\n<td rowspan=\"6\">3 = 40 \u2013 49%<\/p>\n<p>4 = 50 \u2013 59%<\/p>\n<p>5 = 60 \u2013 69%<\/p>\n<p>6 = 70 \u2013 79%<\/p>\n<p>7 = 80 \u2013 89%<\/p>\n<p>8 = 90 \u2013 100%<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Mathematics<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Physical Science<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>English<\/td>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Any other 4 subjects with a minimum of 3<\/td>\n<td>4 x 3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total APS<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note: Scholars who do not qualify for the National Diploma Programmes may apply for the pre diploma programmes. Tel: (016) 950-9589. For details on the pre diploma programmes see VUT website www.vut.ac.za<\/p>\n<p><strong>Baccalaureus Technologiae (B Tech )- Admission requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All applicants must have a National Diploma with the proviso of a 60% performance in those diploma subjects that will carry forward into the B Tech qualification, including 12 months Work Integrated Learning.<\/p>\n<p>M Tech<\/p>\n<p>B Tech or equivalent:<\/p>\n<p>This is a purely research qualification. The student should prove that he\/she has passed an approved Programme in research methodology.<\/p>\n<p>D Tech<\/p>\n<p>Admission requirements:<\/p>\n<p>Magister Technologiae: Engineering: Metallurgical<\/p>\n<p>Ad hoc cases will be treated on merit.<\/p>\n<p>Duration of the programme: At least two years full time research, concluded with a Doctoral Thesis<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-1955651205\"><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-3072196638\"><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>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-578447537\"><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>Vaal University of Technology Admission Requirements Admission Requirements Department: Process Control and Computer Systems Diploma: Engineering Electrical, B Tech: Engineering Electrical, M Tech: Engineering Electrical, MEng: Engineering Electrical and D Tech: Engineering Electrical Computer Systems &amp; Process Control National Diploma &#8211;\u00a0Admission Requirements NSC National Senior Certificate Compulsory Subjects Minimum 3 = 40 \u2013 49% 4\u2026 <span 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