The Sol Plaatje University (SPU) in Kimberley draws on the distinctive strengths and heritage of the

Northern Cape, stimulating provincial and national development and has the potential to inject new life
and purpose into Kimberley and the Northern Cape – a place bursting with energy, attracting people from
all over Southern Africa and from other continents.

The University is offering the following programmes:

• BACHELOR OF EDUCATION
(Intermediate Phase) – 4 years
– Languages, Mathematics, Natural Sciences and Technology (721)
– Languages, Social Sciences and Life Skills (722)

• BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (Senior Phase and FET Phase) – 4 years

– Life Sciences, Natural Sciences, Mathematics (731)
– Languages or Language and History (734)
– History, Social Sciences, Language (735)
– Two of Accounting/Economics/Business Management, Economic and Management Sciences (738)

• BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – 3 years

– Mathematical and Computer Sciences
– Physical Sciences
– Biological Sciences

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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR
SOL PLAATJE UNIVERSITY
The language of learning and teaching at SPU is English. HOW TO CALCULATE THE
All our academic programmes require that students will SPU ADMISSION POINTS SCORE (APS)
have taken English HL: NSC Level 4 OR English 1st
NSC Achievement Level

additional language: NSC Level 5. Note that, in calculating

Additional points for

the APS, the additional points apply to any of the official

Mathematics and
SPU Points Score

languages taken as the HL.

Points for Life
language (HL)

The minimum requirements are based on the results that Orientation

NSC %

applicants achieved in the South African National Senior

Certificate (NSC) examinations. Applicants who hold
certificates from a different examination system will be 8 90 – 100 8 +2 4
considered individually for admission. 7 80 – 89 7 +2 3

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you satisfy the minimum 6 70 – 79 6 +2 2

requirements stated here, it does not mean 5 60 – 69 5 +2 1
that you will automatically be admitted to the 4 50 – 59 4 +1 0
study programme at SPU. The final decision on your 3 40 – 49 3 +1 0
admission will be based on your academic performanceand
2 30 – 39 2 0 0
the availability of space in the programme. If your
1 0 – 29 1 0 0
academic performance is above this minimum
requirements, your chance of being admitted to study at
the University will be better.

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 PROGRAMMES OFFERED
SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (B.Ed.) Degrees
The B.Ed. programmes in Senior Phase and FET Teaching and Intermediate Phase Teaching, are specifically designed to
prepare students for teaching in the South African schooling system. National imperatives such as the shortage of Mathematics,
Natural Sciences, Geography and Technology teachers, as well as regional imperatives such as the need for Afrikaans
and Setswana teachers in both primary and secondary schools in the Northern Cape, were important considerations in
the design and development of these programmes.
It is intended for education students who want to obtain a degree in Education, specialising in the teaching of one or
more of Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Life Sciences, Geography, Technology, History, Afrikaans, English or Setswana that
would qualify them as professional educators for the Senior Phase and Further Education and Training or Intermediate
Phase. These qualifications are also suitable for expertise in education-related careers such as training officials.
The purpose of the B.Ed. degree is to provide a well-rounded education that will empower graduates with an integrated
knowledge base enabling them to demonstrate competence, commitment and responsibility as academically and
professionally qualified beginner teachers. The curriculum and the accompanying classroom practice is a “shaping force” of the
students admitted to this University. The approach to teaching, learning development and assessment on this degree programme
is strongly guided by the intellectual and professional attributes that our graduates need to develop in order to have a positive
impact on the schooling needs of the diverse communities in our country.
The following aims will assist in exploring and fulfilling the purpose of the B.Ed. Degree:
• provision of subject/discipline knowledge;
• provision of pedagogical content knowledge;
• fostering self-reflexivity and self-understanding to enable commitment to the highest level of professional work
ethics;
• development of students as active citizens who will respond to and initiate change, and
• development of competencies to organise learning among a wide range of learners in diverse contexts.

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BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (B.Ed.)
INTERMEDIATE PHASE (Grades 4 - 6)
Period of study: 4 years
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• NSC pass with Bachelor’s Degree requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4 OR English 1st additional language: NSC Level 5
• If Mathematics is an elective: NSC Level 4
• If Biology/Life or Physical Sciences is an elective:
NSC Level 4
• APS: Minimum 30 points
These programmes target potential students who have successfully completed Grade 12 with admission to degree studies
and who want to teach Languages, Mathematics, Natural Sciences or Languages, Life Skills and Social Sciences to Grade
4-6 learners.

BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (B.Ed.)

SENIOR PHASE (Grade 7 – 9) & FET PHASE (Grade 10 – 12)
Period of study: 4 years
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• NSC pass with Bachelor’s Degree requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4 OR English 1st additional language: NSC Level 5
• If Mathematics is an elective: NSC Level 4
• If Life Sciences or Physical Sciences is an elective: NSC
Level 4
• If Accounting is an elective: Accounting NSC Level 4
• APS: Minimum 30 points
This programme targets potential students who have successfully completed Grade 12 with admission to degree studies
and who want to teach one or more of the following subjects at school: Mathematics, Natural Sciences, Life Sciences; Geography,
Technology, Languages, History, Accounting, Economics and Business Management.

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 SCHOOL OF NATURAL AND APPLIED SCIENCES
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.Sc.)
Period of study: 3 years
The Bachelor of Science degree has been carefully designed to address a critical skills shortage in the country and will
provide access to students to an advanced area of study in a critical contemporary discipline.
The programme aims to produce science graduates who have a systematic and coherent body of knowledge and an
understanding of underlying concepts and principles; the ability to assess and evaluate scientific information; a high level of
cognitive and other generic skills; written and spoken communication, computer literacy and competence in applying knowledge
through basic research methods and practice.
The programme is offered in three specific sub-field specialisations, namely Mathematical and Computer Sciences, Physical
Sciences and Biological Sciences.
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• NSC pass with Bachelor’s Degree requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4; or English 1st language: NSC Level 5
• Mathematics: NSC Level 4 (Mathematical Literacy is not acceptable.)
• Physical Sciences: NSC Level 4
• Life Sciences: NSC Level 4
• APS: Minimum 30 points
Career Opportunities
Exciting career opportunities await BSc graduates. Besides teaching and academics, specific careers include:
• Biological Sciences – Biologist, Conservation Science, Zoo Curator, Herbarium Curator.
• Mathematical and Computer Sciences – Banking, Insurance, Statistician, Computer Programming, Operations
Research, Cyber Security Analyst, Forensic Computer Analyst and Software Analyst.
• Physical Sciences – Physicist, Chemical Analyst, Quality Control, Forensic GIS Analyst and Geographer.

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE IN DATA SCIENCE
Period of study: 3 years
The Bachelor of Science in Data Science degree has a strong mathematics core and focuses on data science and applications
thereof. The degree is designed to develop highly skilled graduates in areas in which there are considerable shortages
across the country. Graduates in possession of this degree will be both employable and eligible for further study, whether
in honours or postgraduate diploma studies.
Data Science focuses on finding solutions to solving the ‘big data’ problems. This qualification addresses the need for predictive
models in diverse disciplines such as clinical research, intelligence, consumer behaviour and risk management continues
unabated. It also addresses the critical skills shortage in the country and will provide access to students to an advanced area
of study in a critical contemporary discipline.
In addition, this qualification forms an important part of the evolving Academic Plan of the new Sol Plaatje University
(SPU) in Kimberley in the Northern Cape. The academic posture adopted by the University has been to focus on the unique
characteristics and needs of the general Northern Cape region in a manner that raises intellectual matters of local and
global interest. Sol Plaatje University is keen to develop capacity for academic engagement in Data Science that is both
wide in its reach and deep in the levels of intellectual competence of its staff and students.
Having been established as a Comprehensive University, the implementation of the Bachelor of Science in Data Science is
consistent with our mission, and the qualification proposed permits for the development of our University's growth in this
field. By providing access to students in the Northern Cape to an advanced area of study in a critical contemporary discipline,
SPU will continue to focus on areas in which it aims to make a high quality intervention driven by academic excellence.
At least one university is presently developing postgraduate qualifications in Data Science (the University of the
Witwatersrand), thus ensuring vertical articulation possibilities and further encouraging the development of academic
programmes in this field.
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
A National Senior Certificate as recognised by Umalusi with a minimum achievement of Level 5 for Mathematics; Level 4 for
English HL or Level 5 for English First Additional Language. Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted for admission to this
programme.
• NSC pass with Bachelor’s Degree requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4 OR English 1st additional language: NSC Level 5
• Mathematics: NSC Level 5 (Mathematical Literacy is not acceptable.)
• APS: Minimum 30 points
Career opportunities
Data Science is a field with high demand in various industry sectors. Big companies such as Amazon, Netflix, Facebook, Twitter,
Microsoft, Uber and all other small companies require skilled data science to drive insightful business decisions. Data
Science career opportunities include the following:
• Data Scientist • Data Engineer
• Data Architect • Intelligence Analyst
• Data Analyst • Data Mining Engineer
• Data/Analytics Manager

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 DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT)
Specialising in Applications Development
Period of study: 3 years
The pervasive use of computers has resulted in an ongoing need for a wide range of highly skilled human capacity in ICT
disciplines. The field is subject to rapid technological changes and therefore requires professionals who are well-educated, who
keep up-to-date with the latest developments in the field and who can engage future trends and developments in the
field.
The purpose of this Diploma qualification is to provide a career-focussed, professional qualification featuring industry-
referenced knowledge and skills transfer, technological competencies, critical cross-field skills as well as attitudinal
development. The programme deals with the conceptualisation, design, development, implementation and testing of computer
software applications to meet the enormous commercial and social demand for such products. Students are prepared for
careers in Computer Programming and Systems Analysis & Design but will gain exposure to a wide range of related topics.
The diploma graduate will be knowledgeable and competent in the discourse and practice of the ICT discipline and have specialist
knowledge of the Applications Development sub-discipline of ICT.
The curriculum features a range of professional and personal development initiatives relevant to the ICT industry and the
promotion of lifelong learning skills. Qualifying students will therefore be proficient in the general discourse of ICT but have
specialised knowledge and skills that are focussed on Applications Development. The programme is designed to promote initiative
and responsibility in an academic and/or professional context to respond to the local, regional and national, community and
industry needs.
Diploma graduates in ICT specialising in Applications Development are able to:
• Create and modify general computer applications software or specialised utility programs for stand-alone and distributed
environments including the web environment.
• Analyse user needs and produce a suitable specification for a system, covering a medium sized business problem,
• Develop computer programs to demonstrate the ability to store, locate and retrieve information from different data
sources, and
• Deploy a suitable, secure software solution based on a given scenario demonstrating an understanding of systems
architectures.
ICT practitioners are generally required to collaborate in teams to accomplish a common goal by integrating personal
initiative and group co-operation around ICT projects. The course therefore also focuses on the development of professional
communication skills which prepares students to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong emphasis is placed
on creative problem solving and structured project management approaches.
The dynamic nature of the ICT industry demands that practitioners remain aware of developments and continuously update
their skills. Practitioners must be au fait with the best practices and benchmark standards of the ICT industry. The programme
therefore focuses on developing the lifelong learning skills of students.
Security of information has become a key concern in the modern business environment. As future ICT practitioners, students
will be exposed to uncompromising approaches in the ethical practice of their profession.
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• NSC pass with Diploma requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4 OR English 1st additional language: NSC Level 5

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 • Mathematics: NSC level 3 OR Mathematical Literacy: NSC Level 5
• APS: Minimum 25 points
It is highly recommended that applicants should also have Computer Applications Technology (CAT) or Information
Technology (IT) as subjects in their Matric curriculum.
Career Opportunities
An exciting career awaits those who successfully complete the Diploma in ICT specialising in Applications Development
qualification. A world without ICT and software application is unimaginable! ICT career opportunities include the following:
• Software Analyst • Software Application Programmer
• Software Application Developer • Web Administrator
• Solution Architecture • Web Designer
• Computer Network Professional • Web Developer
• Network Administrator • System Administrator.
• Network Analyst

ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN APPLICATIONS

DEVELOPMENT (ICT)
Period of study: 1 year
The rationale of the qualification is to produce graduates that have a good theoretical knowledge and practical skills of systems
analysis, design and applications development. The course is designed to enable a student to, not only apply the concepts and
skills of the specialization sufficiently for a smooth transition into the work place, but also to solve complex problems adapting
to the requirements of the organization’s environment. The Advanced Diploma is intended to deepen the professional
knowledge, practice and attitudinal skills development of students and facilitate the access to higher level qualifications
such as the postgraduate diploma, masters and doctoral studies. In addition, this qualification provides learners with continuing
specialized learning in their chosen career. ICT as a pervasive discipline is subject to global market forces and the curriculum
needs to be responsive to all disruptive innovations that present unique challenges to the related business environment.
The field of Applications Development is one where changes occur at a rapid pace and there is always a constant demand
for skilled personnel. Therefore, this offering enables graduates holding the Diploma in ICT in Applications Development
to further their learning as they progress in their chosen careers. The focus of this offering is to provide advanced technical
skills in Applications Development, as well as to cater for the professional development. The Advanced Diploma is built on
the foundations laid by the Diploma in Applications Development and advances the applied and general skills through the
core subjects Software Engineering, Development Software, and the Project offerings.

Minimum requirements for admission to the programme

• Applicants must be in possession of a three-year Diploma in Information and Communication Technology or equivalent
at NQF Level 6 within the same field of study.
• An average of at least 60% in the third year exit modules of the NQF Level 6 qualification.
• The formal University’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy may be applied in instances where applicants do
not meet the minimum admission requirements for entry into the Advanced Diploma qualification.

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 SCHOOL OF ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE IN ACCOUNTING
Period of study: 3 years
The Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting provides a well-rounded, technically focused education that develops analytic and
practical skills critical for accounting, tax, auditing, financial management and management control systems. Graduates from
this program will be equipped with the relevant modern digital skills and applied competencies to deal with the economic,
ethical, legal and governance issues impacting the accounting field. While there is an emphasis on application and developing
practical quantitative and financial skills, the Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting will address the capacity constraints within
the accounting field that hinders sustainable economic growth by contributing towards dealing with issues which directly affect
the drivers of economic development, domestic and foreign investment. These issues include fraud and corruption, poor public
sector governance and financial management, poor accounting and auditing practices. The programme also provides articulation
opportunities into postgraduate specialisation for both professional and academic routes.
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• NSC pass with Bachelor’s Degree requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4; OR English 1st Additional Language: NSC Level 5
• Mathematics: NSC Level 4
OR
• Mathematics NSC Level 3 AND Accounting NSC Level 3
OR
• Mathematical Literacy NSC Level 5 AND Accounting NSC Level 3
• APS: Minimum 30 points.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting will seek opportunities in both the private and public sector enterprises
as Financial Accountants, Management Accountants, Financial Managers, Tax practitioners, Internal auditors, Project Managers,
Management Consultants, Finance Directors, Chief Financial Officers, Chief Executives, Entrepreneurs, or General Managers, or
Academics/Lecturers.

BACHELOR OF COMMERCE IN ECONOMICS

Period of study: 3 years
The purpose of this qualification is to provide graduates with deep economics knowledge that align with the appropriate NQF
level. The programme will provide students strong economic and quantitative competences through learning approaches that
emphasise on use of technology throughout the programme. Graduates will not only acquire sound economics knowledge, but
will become critical thinkers, problem solvers, effective communicators, forward thinkers that are capable of functioning in
diverse multi-cultural environments and teams. Graduates will be able to carry out sophisticated economic analysis and
communicate the analysis to both specialist and non-specialist audiences. These attributes contribute to an ability by graduates
to advice in both public and private sectors.

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 Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• NSC pass with Bachelor’s Degree requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4; OR English 1st Additional Language: NSC Level 5
• Mathematics: NSC Level 3
OR
• Mathematical Literacy NSC Level 5
• APS: Minimum 30 points.
Career opportunities
Graduates will seek opportunities in both the private and public sector as economists, researchers, analysts, forecasters,
economic programmers, managers, financial risk analysts, financial planners, investment analysts, entrepreneurs and
consultants.
DIPLOMA IN RETAIL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Period of study: 3 years
This diploma provides students with the knowledge, insight and skills needed to follow a successful management career in
the retail or wholesale fields. Retail and wholesale businesses strive to satisfy the needs of consumers by providing the necessary
products and services.
The retail industry offers national and international career opportunities for the graduate. The variety of retail and wholesale
businesses is enormous and includes departmental stores, hypermarkets, shopping centres, speciality stores, general dealers,
chain stores, supermarkets, factory stores, boutiques and restaurants.
Retail managers are generally required to work in teams and the programme therefore focuses on the development of
professional communication skills which prepares students to work both independently and as part of a team. Strong
emphasis is placed on problem solving and students are also exposed to good management practices in the field of retailing.
Our work integrated learning programme allows students to gain some retail management experience. Students are also
exposed to uncompromising approaches in the ethical practice of this management discipline.
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• NSC pass with Diploma Requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4; or English 1st additional language: NSC Level 5
• Mathematics: NSC Level 3 OR Mathematical Literacy: NSC Level 5
• At least one of the following at NSC Level 4: Accounting, Business Studies or Economics
• APS: Minimum 25 points
Career Opportunities
This qualification forms a base for further specialisation in fields such as buying, merchandising, store lay-out and merchandise
planning.
Graduates can choose from a wide variety of entry level positions, e.g. as a trainee manager or a position in buying, stock
control, merchandising, sales, administration, logistics, housekeeping or the finance section of a retail business.

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 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN MA NA G EMENT
Period of study: 2 years part-time
This qualification seeks to prepare students for postgraduate studies though the deepening of their knowledge and understanding
of theories, methodologies and practices in management and related fields. The theoretical underpinning will enable students
to formulate, undertake and resolve complex theoretical as well as practical problems through the use of relevant management
knowledge and skills. Furthermore, The Advanced Diploma in Management prepares students to take up opportunities in the
value chain as well as different sectors of the economy. The composition of the programme is such that it provides students
with competences to provide a broad but in-depth understanding of management. This is achieved by focusing on areas including
but not limited to strategic management, project management, human resources management, managerial finance as well as
business research.
The Advanced Diploma in Management is a qualification directed at enabling individuals to apply relevant skills, knowledge and
principals to execute management functions required in the private, public and non-governmental sectors. It seeks to develop
individuals who can competently and ethically add value and function within private and public domain organisations.
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• A relevant Diploma at NQF Level 6, Bachelor’s degree or equivalent as approved by SAQA.
• The student must have passed subjects related to management.
• In addition, the student must have obtained an average of 60% of the qualification.

Career opportunities
Graduates with this qualification can work in a variety of sectors including the public sector, private sector as well as NPOs and
NGOs. Graduates can take up positions relating to strategic management, project management, human resources management,
managerial finance as well as business research within lower management, middle management and top management.

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SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES
BACHELOR OF ARTS (B.A.)
Period of study: 3 years
The Bachelor of Arts exits at HEQSF level 7 and the minimum duration is three years.
The B.A. intends to develop skilled graduates who are able to engage critically with the world and apply disciplinary content to
the resolution of problems. There is a strong focus on languages (Afrikaans, English and Setswana), History, Heritage Studies,
Geography, Mathematics and Sociology.
Heritage Studies is a compulsory 1st year module to provide students with an interdisciplinary academic field that takes a critical
look at the way we preserve, present, participate and interrogate heritage and the unofficial objects and symbols of
heritage.
For the B.A. Degree, it is envisaged that articulation into postgraduate qualifications will enable further development of the
majors or in selected professional fields. The package is aimed at equipping the learner with communication skills as well
as in-depth knowledge of the subjects of their choice. Students from the B.A. acquire perspectives on different aspects of
people and their interaction with the world.
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• NSC pass with Bachelor’s Degree requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4; OR English 1st Additional Language: NSC Level 5
• Mathematics: (NSC Level 2) OR
Mathematical Literacy: (NSC Level 3) is required
• APS: Minimum 30 points
• Additional subject requirements have been set for students wishing to enrol for a major or modules in Economics,
Geography or Mathematics – a minimum achievement of Level 4.
• A National Certificate Vocational with relevant subjects, or SPU’s Higher Certificate in Heritage Studies will be
considered for entry into this programme. Details will be provided by the Head: School of Humanities.
Career opportunities
B.A. graduates are equipped to become researchers or practitioners in a variety of professional domains such as museums
and other heritage organisations, language based positions (translation and editing), teaching, communication, journalism,
creative writing, media work, community development, tourism and the diplomatic service.

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 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN HERITAGE STUDIES
Period of study: 1 year
This course provides students with a theoretical and practical grounding of knowledge and skills about the heritage sector.
A key benefit is that this Certificate provides an opportunity for studying further in heritage or another discipline. This
Certificate would enable a pathway for ongoing learning and successful graduates could enter one of the various undergraduate
degree courses. We are keen to produce students with a strong ability for independent thinking who can be prepared
for this level of learning.
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• NSC pass with Certificate requirement
• English HL: NSC Level 4 OR
English 1st additional language: NSC Level 5
• Mathematics: (NSC Level 2) OR
Mathematical Literacy: (NSC Level 3)
• APS: Minimum 25 points
Career opportunities
The skills developed, would encourage work in diverse roles within national and provincial heritage management bodies
or privately-managed heritage organisations. This could include roles from administration in heritage institutions such as
museums. Other possible roles could include assisting in archival work in a wide range of institutions including universities ,
public and private bodies, or working within the tourism industry.

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HIGHER CERTIFICATE: COURT INTERPRETING
Period of study: 1 year
The purpose of the Higher Certificate in Court Interpreting is to provide an opportunity for court interpreters who are already
in the profession as well as newcomers to the field of court interpreting to obtain a recognised formal and professional
qualification.
The main aim of the qualification is to professionally equip graduates with the necessary skills to render a specialised service in
court interpreting to the South African legal system.
Students may also use their interpreting skills in other spheres of society such as the medical field, local municipalities,
educational institutions, national and local government services, the legislature and business, for example.
The programme enables graduates to be critical and reflective practitioners and specialists in the field of interpreting.
Critical thinking and reflective skills will enable these graduates to address numerous complexities relating to interpreting
in legal and other contexts.
The qualification vertically articulates to further studies in language, and communication related programmes at SPU and other
Universities.
Minimum requirements for admission to the programme
• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) pass with Higher Certificate requirement or National Certificate Vocational
(NCV);
• English HL: NSC Level 4 OR English 1st Additional Language: NSC Level 5;
• Students should have at least one other African language to enroll for the Higher Certificate In Court Interpreting,
taken as a home language (NCS level 4) OR 1st Additional Language (NCS level 5);
• Mathematics NSC Level 2 OR Mathematical Literacy NSC Level 3
• APS Minimum points: 25
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) access: Up to 10% of the intake in any year may be approved through the
RPL, whether as the result of formal or non-formal learning (incorporating experiential learning) at Level 4, or a
demonstrated functional equivalent.
• Mature age applicants with relevant industry experience and applicants with level 4 qualifications may be
approved for entry by the University Registrar.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities include court or legal interpreting, interpreting in community –based environments, meetings,
conferences, health and medical settings and government agencies, for example.

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 FINANCIAL INFORMATION
There is a wide range of possible sources of financial support for higher education students in South Africa. These range
from bursaries to study loans from government or private institutions, e.g. commercial banks.
It is the students’ responsibility to apply for financial aid and you are therefore encouraged to investigate all possibilities and
make sure that you apply in time for financial aid.

THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION MAY BE USEFUL:

BURSARY/STUDENT LOAN CONTACT DETAILS CLOSING DATE
NSFAS General enquiries: Available on website.
Available for financially and academically +27 (0)860 067327
deserving students in any area of study. e-mail: info@nsfas.org.za
Apply on-line at:
http://www. nsfas.org.za
FUNZA LUSHAKA BURSARY Only on-line applications: Available on website.
only applicable to the following B.Ed. www.funzalushaka.doe.gov.za
Programmes:
• B.Ed. Senior Phase and FET (Life Sciences
and Mathematics)
• B.Ed. Senior Phase and FET (Geography
and Mathematics)
• B.Ed. Senior Phase and FET (Mathematics
and Natural Sciences)
All other B.Ed programmes to apply for
other funding.
ETDP SETA Telephone: +27 (0)53 832 0051/2 Information available at ETDP SETA’s
Fax: +27 (0)86 581 8322 Office.
Website: www.etdpseta.org.za
W&R SETA Shop 16b, Flaxley House, Information available at the W&R SETA
Students who are interested in 24 – 28 Du Toitspan Road, Office.
studying the Diploma in Retail Business Kimberley
Management can apply for this bursary. Telephone: +27 (0)53 831 4117
THE NORTHERN CAPE PREMIER’S Tel: +27 (0)53 830 9147 Information available at the Office of the
EDUCATION TRUST FUND NC Premier’s Education Trust Fund.
NORTHERN CAPE DEPARTMENT OF Tel no: +27 (0)53 839 6500 Kindly contact the NC Department of
EDUCATION (Bursary Office) Education (Bursary Office).
Fax to e-mail: +27 (0)867 733 842
FUNDI Call Centre: +27 (0)860 55 55 44 Contact FUNDI
All qualifications E-mail: support@fundi.co.za
Website: https://www.fundi.co.za
BURSARIES SOUTH AFRICA Website:
www.bursaries2018.co.za

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 DO YOU NEED ANY
FURTHER INFORMATION OR ASSISTANCE?

For Funding Information, kindly contact:

Mrs Chrizelle Mally, +27 (0)53 491 0102, e-mail: chrizelle.mally@spu.ac.za

For Tuition and Other Information (Quotations), kindly contact:

Mrs Valerie Herman, +27 (0)53 491 0156, e-mail: valerie.herman@spu.ac.za
Mrs Lebo Tlhalogang, +27 (0)53 491 0215, e-mail: lebo.tlhalogang@spu.ac.za

For Application and Registration Information, kindly contact:

The University Registrar The University Registrar
Private Bag X5008 Sol Plaatje University (North Campus)
KIMBERLEY Chapel Street
8300 KIMBERLEY
8301
Website: www.spu.ac.za E-mail:information@spu.ac.za
For application enquiries email applications@spu.ac.za.

“EDUCATION IS THE PASSPORT TO THE FUTURE,

FOR TOMORROW BELONGS TO THOSE WHO PREPARE FOR IT TODAY.”
– MALCOLM X

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