Does NSFAS Fund Orbit TVET College?

Does NSFAS Fund Orbit TVET College?

*Orbit TVET College NSFAS Fund

Are you wondering if NSFAS supports students at Orbit TVET College? The National Student Financial Assistance Scheme (NSFAS) is a South African government student financial aid scheme sponsored by the Department of Higher Education(DHET) of South Africa that supports students financially to pay for their tuition at TVET Colleges. The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) helps eligible South African students cover study costs at public universities and TVET colleges.

Orbit TVET College is one of the institutions included in this funding, giving students access to financial aid for tuition, accommodation, and learning materials. In accordance with the NSFAS Act 56 of 1999 as amended, NSFAS is formed to offer bursaries to eligible students and to determine criteria and conditions for the distribution of bursaries to eligible students in conjunction with the Minister of Higher Education. The NSFAS Bursaries also cover Food, Accommodation, a Monthly allowance, books and Transportation.

The payment is made directly to the accounts of the college. If you qualify for NSFAS, you can receive support to study at Orbit TVET College. Make sure you meet the requirements, apply on time, and submit all needed documents. This funding can make it easier to focus on your studies and build a successful future. This article gives much information about  the Orbit TVET College NSFAS Fund.

Who Can Get NSFAS  Fund at Orbit TVET College

•  You must be a South African citizen.
• You need to register or plan to register for an NC(V) or Report 191 course.
• Your family income must be R350,000 or less each year (R600,000 for students with disabilities).
• If you get SASSA grants, you qualify right away.
•  You should show that you can do well in your studies.
• You cannot get funding for a course equal to one you already got state help for.
• You must be officially accepted for an NSFAS-funded course.
•  You must agree to the rules of the bursary.

How To Apply For The NSFAS Bursary

• Log onto www.nsfas.org.za
• Click on ‘register’
• Complete the required fields (ID number, cellphone number and email address)
• Upload the required supporting documents, then click on ‘submit’
• Provided the information required in the next field.
•  The student should confirm if the details and documents uploaded are correct and submit them.

Courses Offered by Orbit College

Below is a list of NCV, NATED and Occupation skill programmes offered across the three campuses of Orbit College;

NCV Programs

Engineering-related & ICT Field:

• Engineering and Related Design (Fitting and Turning OR Fabrication OR Automotive Repair and Maintenance)
• Electrical Infrastructure Construction
• Civil Engineering and Building Construction (Carpentry & Roof Work OR Masonry)
• Information Communication Technology and
• Computer Science

Business-related Field:

• Management
• Finance, Economics and Accounting
• Office Administration

Services-related Field:

• Tourism
• Hospitality (Accommodation, Events and Catering Services)
• Transport and Logistics

REPORT 191(NATED) Programs

Engineering Studies N1-N3:

• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Automotive

Business Studies N4-N6:

• Human Resource Management
• Financial Management
• Management Assistant
• Business Management
• Medical Secretary
• Legal Secretary

Services/Utility Studies N4-N6:

• Hospitality & Catering Services
• Tourism
• Art and Design (Jewellery)

Engineering Studies N4-N6:

• Mechanical
• Electrical
• Automotive

Educational Studies N4-N6:

• Educare

Performing Arts Studies N4-N6:

• Popular Music Performance
• Artisan Development Program

Occupational Learning Programs

• Hairdressing NQF Level 2-4 (Services SETA)
• Jewellery Design and Manufacture NQF Level 3 (MQA)
• Beauty Therapy NQF Level 4 (Services SETA)
• Nail Technology NQF Level 4 (Services SETA)
• Automotive Repair and Maintenance NQF Level 3 (merSETA)
• Automotive Manufacture and Assembly Body NQF Level 2 (merSETA)
• Community Housebuilding NQF Level 2 (CETA)
• New Venture Creation NQF Level 2 (Services SETA)
• Plumbing NQF Level 2 & 4 (CETA)
• Electrical Engineering NQF Level 2 & 4 (EW SETA)
• RPL – Community Development NQF Level 4 (ETDP SETA)
• Early Childhood Development NQF Level 4-5 (ETDP SETA)
• Sports Management NQF Level 5 (CATHSSETA)
• Welding Application NQF Level 2 & 3 (merSETA)
• Mechanical NQF Level 2 (merSETA)
• Electronics NQF Level 3 (merSETA)
• Airconditioning & Refrigeration NQF Level 2 (merSETA)
• Artisan Development NQF Level 4 (merSETA, EW SETA & MQA)
• Accounting Technician NQF Level 4 (FASSET)

Documents Required For Application To Orbit College

Here is a list of documents required when applying to the college:

• Certified copy of your ID
• Certified copy of your latest results
• Parent/guardian certified ID copies
• Medical proof of your condition if you have a disability
• An Email address as well as a cellphone number
• All new students must write a Placement Assessment Test
• Medical proof of your condition if you have a disability

Foreign Applicants

• Certified copies of the passport
• SAQA-approved foreign qualification
• Proof of medical insurance or cover
• Valid study permit
• Signed proof of registration
• Proof of address, contact details of next of kin or responsible persons
• Placement test qualified
• Proof of provisional funding status from NSFAS

How To Apply To Orbit College

Follow the steps below to apply to Orbit College:

• Go to – https://www.orbitcollege.co.za/ to access the online application form
  
• Fill out the form with the required information
• Upload your supporting documents (ID or passport and matric results)
• If you meet the requirements, you will be notified via SMS.
• Once your application has been finally approved, you will receive an SMS. Alternatively, check your status on the i-enabler system under “REVIEW APPLICATION STATUS”, indicating that your application has been successful.
• No final approvals will be done during the APPLICATION process. The status of your application will be dependent on your latest results and the College selection criteria.

Orbit College Contact Details

• Tel: (014) 592 7014
• Tel: (014) 597 5500
• Fax: (014) 592 7013
• e-mail: info@orbitcollege.co.za
• Fatima Bhayat Street
• RUSTENBURG, 0299
• 25° 40’ 35.07 S 27° 14’ 58.31 E

The National Student Financial Assistance Scheme (NSFAS) is a South African government student financial aid scheme sponsored by the Department of Higher Education(DHET) of South Africa that helps students financially to pay for their tuition at TVET Colleges. Hope the provided information is useful. Kindly leave a comment below. Click here for more information.

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