Mechatronics is the driving force behind automation and smart technology, powering everything from robots and drones to manufacturing systems and medical devices. If you want to study Mechatronics, here's a list of bursaries you can apply for. 

Pursuing a qualification at the University of South Africa (Unisa) can be a life-changing step towards a brighter future. However, the financial burden of higher education remains a significant challenge for many.

NSFAS offers comprehensive financial support, including a transport allowance to help cover the commuting costs of travelling to campus daily. 

Deputy Higher Education Minister Buti Manamela has confirmed that the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) will proceed with plans to decentralise operations by closing its Cape Town head office.

The Democratic Alliance Students’ Organisation (DASO) has urged the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) to urgently investigate and blacklist landlords accused of housing students in substandard, unsafe conditions near Umfolozi TVET College’s Nkandla campus.

Close to a million students benefit from NSFAS funding. The government bursary scheme's ICT challenges has undermined the important work NSFAS does in South Africa.

NSFAS funds thousands of students enrolled in approved programmes at universities and TVET colleges in South Africa. It was recently revealed that the government bursary scheme owes institutions billions of rands.

NSFAS provides comprehensive funding to students enrolled in approved programmes at public institutions. TVET college students are encouraged to apply before the upcoming deadline.

South Africa's largest university will soon close semester 2 applications. Unisa application for 2025 close today. 

NSFAS says that the delays in student allowance payments are the fault of the institutions, not due to a lack of funds.

South Africa’s largest university, the University of South Africa (Unisa), has opened applications for the second semester of the 2025 academic year. Prospective students are urged to apply without delay, as the deadline is approaching.

Thousands of applications were submitted for teaching assistant jobs. The education department has revealed the requirements for phase 5 jobs.

Some TVET College students enrolled in National Certificate (Vocational) [NC(V)] programmes were unfairly denied NSFAS funding due to mismatched qualification codes. The issue has now been resolved, and funding will resume shortly.

NSFAS provides bursaries and student loans for eligible students at public universities and TVET colleges. This includes tuition, registration, and monthly allowances for accommodation, transport, and learning materials.

NSFAS has clarified that while it makes exceptions to household income requirements for some Sassa grant beneficiaries, not all recipients of these grants automatically qualify for financial aid.

Students whose applications for NSFAS funding were unsuccessful are encouraged to submit an appeal. Here's what it means when the status of that appeal is marked as "Approved".

NSFAS loans will cover essential educational costs for thousands of University and TVET College students. However, some students may want to cancel their loan application.

Waseem Carrim has been appointed as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) following the conclusion of the scheme’s administration period.

Whether you aim to work in medical research, environmental science, or pharmaceuticals, South Africa offers excellent academic programmes and financial aid options to help you achieve your goals in the Biochemistry field. 

The 2026 academic year's commencement and conclusion dates are now available, following the Basic Education Minister's publication of the school calendar.