Monday, October 21, 2024
As the 2024 National Senior Certification (NSC) examinations kick-off, Higher{Education and Training Minister, Dr Nobuhle Pamela Nkabane, has reminded all matriculants to seize the chance to submit an application for funding throughout the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS).
"The applying window will shut on 15 December 2024, and there are not many days left to post applications. Qualified college students are urged to apply promptly to secure economic support for their post-school education," Nkabane said.
Nkabane extended well wishes to all matriculants, who sat for the National Senior Certificate Examinations, with learners writing languages, English and Afrikaans Paper three.
Nkabane claimed this pivotal moment marks the fruits of several years of hard work and encourages the Class of 2024 to approach their tests with determination and self confidence.
With Just over 880 000 candidates, including 727 121 full-time and 155,215 get more info part-time candidates from across South Africa sit for this 12 months's matric examinations, across South Africa, Basic Education Minister, Siviwe Gwarube, has assured get more info the general public from the department's preparedness to administer the tests easily.
Nkabane highlighted an array of options here available inside the Post-School Education and Training (PSET) system, which is open to all matriculants looking for even further education and skills development.
The PSET system involves:
• Community Education and Training (CET) colleges: Offering skills development and general education for students who want to continue learning.
• Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges: Focusing on practical skills and technical knowledge to equip students for employment and self-employment.
• Higher Education institutions: Universities and higher education providers offering degree and diploma programmes.
"The PSET sector supports the National Skills Development Strategy (2030) goals to address the nation’s skills development get more info priorities and drive a skills revolution. Explore these pathways and pursue here your ambitions through the diverse opportunities available in South Africa's PSET sector," Nkabane said.
- SAnews.gov.za