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While there are 26 public universities located across the country, student unions are calling on the government to establish more universities. This is because current institutions can’t accommodate all the prospective students who applied for placement.

The issue of student debt has once again raised great concern, following an announcement made by higher education Minister Blade Nzimande. A student union has called on the private sector to intervene.

Students enrolled in academic programmes at South Africa’s 26 public universities are gearing up for the new academic year. However, when many of them register, they will find out that the cost of tuition and accommodation at their universities is set to increase.

Annually, tuition fees increase and this poses a challenge to students who fall in the missing middle students, who are without funding. Fortunately, the Higher Education sector has come up with means to help alleviate the burden and stress that comes with not having funding options.

As public universities prepare to receive a new cohort of fresh first-years on their campuses for the 2023 academic year, Universities South Africa has assured the matric class of 2022 that they will be entering a welcoming, highly supportive and potentially life-changing environment when they join the tertiary education sector.

As South Africa’s struggle with the electricity crisis continues, the Department of Higher Education and Training is looking for solutions to lessen the impact on students enrolled in tertiary institutions. 

The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Blade Nzimande, has announced that while solutions are being developed and implemented to combat various challenges within the higher education sector, student debt is one challenge that is particularly concerning.

A number of universities have commenced with their registrations for the 2023 academic year. Fortunately, some of them will be allowing late applications for their students. This strategy will benefit prospective students who will be entering universities for the first time.

The academic year may be off to a bad start for some prospective students, as some of the country's tertiary institutions do not have enough capacity to take in new students. This has, in turn, become a cause for concern among student movements.

Thousands of individuals will register in academic and skills programmes during the 2023 academic year. The minister of higher education is confident that the late release of matric results won’t impact these individuals.

As the world becomes increasingly more dependent on technology, basic computer knowledge becomes increasingly more valuable. Whether you want to understand computers as a way to keep up with the world, or you want to study computer sciences in order to one day make a profession out of it, there are a number of places where you can find such courses to your liking.

The Covid-19 pandemic had a significant impact on South African education and learning. With students returning to institutions in 2022, a decline in the pass rate suggests that they are having difficulty readjusting.

Thousands of students will not be able to obtain qualifications due to the high cost of tertiary education. The higher education department is investigating several options to ensure students who do not qualify for National Student Financial Aid Scheme bursaries can attend tertiary education institutions.

Education is viewed as one of the most important instruments to reduce poverty in South Africa. The government has committed to ensuring education is accessible to students, which they believe will have long-term benefits.

Student debt currently stands at R16.5 billion, making it a burden that weighs heavily on both students and institutions of higher learning. As it continues to be on the increase, a solution that will work for those affected is much needed at this point in time.

The Higher Education department wants to increase the amount of students enrolling in academic programmes at Technical and Vocational Education and Training colleges. However, these colleges are facing several challenges.

Late applications could very much be a lifesaver for many who could not apply for University admission during the initial application period. Here are the universities which are expected to have a late application period.

While a sensitive and divisive topic, racism remains a serious issue, particularly in institutions of higher learning. Some university have recently been taking steps to change the structure of its institution. 
 

As the country continues grappling with worsening youth unemployment, the government has been urged to intervene, by providing financial assistance to job-seeking graduates.

Milpark Education has launched the first online BCom Accounting degree to take students on a holistic journey all the way from undergraduate to becoming accounting specialists and ultimately chartered accountants (CAs).