{"id":23828,"date":"2024-08-19T06:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-19T06:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collegeguide.co.za\/?p=11748"},"modified":"2024-08-19T06:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-08-19T06:00:00","slug":"2024-department-of-sport-arts-and-culture-dsac-bursary-opened","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/2024-department-of-sport-arts-and-culture-dsac-bursary-opened\/","title":{"rendered":"2026 Department of Sport, Arts and Culture (DSAC) Bursary Opened"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-3748540371\"><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>The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture\u2019s (DSAC) has opened its Bursary program for the 2026 Academic year. All interested applicants should apply using the details below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ABOUT THE DSAC BURSARY PROGRAMME \u2013 FIELDS COVERED<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture is inviting North-West University students to apply for a Language Bursary, for the\u00a0<strong>2026 academic year<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The DSAC bursary will cover&nbsp;<strong>BA, BA Hons or MA programme<\/strong>&nbsp;studies, with the following subject areas for consideration:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Afrikaans<\/li><li>English<\/li><li>Language Practice<\/li><li>Language Technology<\/li><li>Sesotho<\/li><li>Setswana<\/li><li>South African Sign Language<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The aim of this bursary is to aid candidates financially, allowing them to reach their academic goals pertaining to language studies and further develop their skills. Candidates who have subjects related to language are strongly encouraged to apply and the programme is open to full-time undergraduate students, as well as full-time and part-time Masters and Honours students.<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE DSAC BURSARY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You must be a registered student at North-West University (at any of the campuses)<\/li><li>You must be studying a branch of language studies, within one of the areas for considerations listed above<\/li><li>You must be registered for a Bachelors, Bachelor of Honours, or Masters programme<\/li><li>You must have a&nbsp;<em>minimum<\/em>&nbsp;results of 60% in 1 of the above language subject areas<\/li><li>You must be participating in a minimum of 2 linguistic-based modules, if you are an Honours student<\/li><li>You must be studying towards a topics that is linguistic-based, if you are a Postgraduate student<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">HOW TO APPLY FOR THE DSAC BURSARY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications must be done online at:&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/humanities.nwu.ac.za\/languages\/dsac-bursary-application-form\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Department of Sport, Arts and Culture Bursary (DSAC) Application<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, students can contact the Academic Administration to request an electronic copy of the form:<br>Potchefstroom Campus (Email:&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"mailto:%20PC-Undergrad-Records@nwu.ac.za\">PC-Undergrad-Records@nwu.ac.za<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;or Tel: 018 299 4201)<br>Mahikeng Campus (Email:&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"mailto:%20MC-Examination@nwu.ac.za\">MC-Examination@nwu.ac.za<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;or Tel: 018 389 2268 \/ 018 389 2269)<br>Vanderbijlpark Campus (Email:&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"mailto:%20VC-Undergrad-Records@nwu.ac.za\">VC-Undergrad-Records@nwu.ac.za<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;or Tel: 016 910 3117 \/ 016 910 3344)<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Submit clear copies of the following supporting documentation along with your online application (the submission of these documents is compulsory \u2013 if any items are missing, your application may be disqualified):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>ID document or ID card (certified and not older than 3 months)<\/li><li>Full tertiary academic record (on letterhead)<\/li><li>Proof of registration at NWU for the 2026 academic year (on letterhead)<\/li><li>Progress report that has been signed by a supervisor (applicable for Masters students only)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NOTES ABOUT THE DSAC BURSARY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Applicants will only be required to submit their academic reports once their first reports are finalised.<\/li><li>Do NOT submit your Matric certificate.<\/li><li>All tertiary academic records will be required once the university\u2019s system has finalised the candidate\u2019s first semester marks- candidates will be personally contacted to submit this document.<\/li><li>Progress reports will be sent to students for completion by their supervisor.<\/li><li>Please ensure that the quality of your Identity Documentation is clear and that both the front and back of your Identity Card is shown.<\/li><li>ID documents must be saved as a pdf document only.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CLOSING DATE FOR THE DSAC BURSARY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>31 August 2026.<br>(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted \u2013 please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)<br>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact North-West University directly:<br>Contact Person: Maryka van Zyl<br>Email: 23629975@nwu.ac.za<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-2430272600\"><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 ? 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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>The Department of Sports, Arts and Culture\u2019s (DSAC) has opened its Bursary program for the 2026 Academic year. All interested applicants should apply using the details below. ABOUT THE DSAC BURSARY PROGRAMME \u2013 FIELDS COVERED The Department of Sports, Arts, and Culture is inviting North-West University students to apply for a Language Bursary, for the\u00a02026\u2026 <span class=\"read-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/2024-department-of-sport-arts-and-culture-dsac-bursary-opened\/\">Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-23828","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-articles"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23828","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23828"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23828\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23828"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23828"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23828"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}