List Of Courses Funded By NSFAS 2025

For 2025, NSFAS has expanded its support to include a wide array of courses across universities and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges. This initiative aims to equip students with the skills and qualifications needed to contribute to South Africa’s economic growth and development. Below is an extensive list of courses funded by NSFAS for 2025, categorized by institution type.

Which Courses Does NSFAS Fund?

NSFAS covers tuition fees for undergraduate degree programs across various fields of study, provided the institution and program meet the eligibility criteria. Commonly funded university courses include:

1. Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in:
  • Chemistry
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Computer Science
  • Biological Sciences
• Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in:
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
• Information Technology (IT) and Data Science courses

2. Health Sciences

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
• Bachelor of Nursing
• Bachelor of Pharmacy
• Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science

3. Education

• Bachelor of Education (BEd) in:
  • Foundation Phase
  • Intermediate Phase
  • Senior and Further Education and Training (FET)

4. Humanities and Social Sciences

• Bachelor of Arts (BA) in:
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • Political Science
  • History
• Bachelor of Social Work

5. Business and Commerce

• Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in:
  • Accounting
  • Economics
  • Business Management
  • Marketing
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

6. Law

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

NSFAS funds the following National Certificate Vocational (NC(V)) and NATED courses:

1. Engineering Studies

• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Automotive Repair and Maintenance

2. Business and Management Studies

• Financial Management
• Business Management
• Human Resource Management
• Marketing Management

3. Information Technology and Computer Science

• Systems Development
• Networking
• Software Development

4. Education and Development

• Early Childhood Development

5. Tourism and Hospitality

• Hospitality Services
• Tourism Management

6. Agriculture and Environmental Studies

• Farming Management
• Horticulture

The List of Courses Funded by NSFAS offers South African students a wide range of educational opportunities. By supporting various programs at universities and TVET colleges, NSFAS plays a important role in building a skilled workforce equipped to meet future challenges. Prospective students are encouraged to review the funded courses and apply for financial aid, paving the way to achieving their academic and career goals.