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Plans for the 2024 academic year at South African higher education institutions have begun and a schedule showing how the new academic year at TVET colleges will look has been released.

The higher education department is investing billions of rands into improving infrastructure at colleges around South Africa. The aim of this is to improve accessibility and ensure graduates are prepared to thrive in the world of work.

Most institutions of higher learning have commenced with registrations, and will soon kick-start the 2023 academic year. Higher Education has made necessary preparations and also reflected on the year-end examinations of one of its sectors.

As the 2023 academic year draws closer for university students, those enrolled at TVET and Community Colleges have already gotten a headstart.

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.

Last month, a Parliamentary Meeting was held to discuss the funding of higher education, especially after the implementation of the Special Adjustment Budget. Higher education remains protected, but what does this mean for TVET Colleges? 

Once a student graduates with a tertiary education qualification, they receive a certificate which indicates their achievement. However, students at some colleges have not received these crucial certificates.

Public colleges are a great option for students who want to receive education and training in a specific range of technical jobs. There is still time for individuals to apply for admission to a public college for the 2023 academic year.

Thousands of students recently completed their first semester college examinations. However, it has now been determined that many students have been implicated in irregularities related to the examinations.

While universities remain a popular option for many people wanting to further their education, Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges are a great option for gaining skills.

Today is the last chance for thousands of students to apply for National Student Financial Aid Scheme (Nsfas) funding. These bursaries are highly sought after and cover the costs of the needs of funded students.

There are currently more than 580 000 students enrolled at Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges in South Africa. Many will graduate this year but will face the challenge of not having enough workplace experience to secure employment.

Obtaining a bursary can take away all the stress associated with the cost of tertiary education, leaving students to focus on their academic work. Friday is the last chance for college students to apply for National Student Financial Aid Scheme (Nsfas) funding.

In the past, financial constraints meant that students from poor and working-class backgrounds could not afford to pursue a tertiary education qualification. However, this has changed with numerous bursary schemes catering to a wide range of students.

The Minister of Higher Education has sent a stern warning to principals of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges regarding their mandate to promote the placement of students.

While obtaining a tertiary education qualification increases your chances of finding a job in South Africa, it does not guarantee you will find employment. The government has committed to placing unemployed graduates.

Having a matric certificate or an equivalent qualification could increase your prospects of finding a job or could make you eligible for admission into a tertiary education institution.

During the third quarter of 2021, unemployment reached 34,9% in South Africa. This means that more than one-third of people living in the country do not have work. 

Hundreds of thousands of people looking to upskill themselves every year in South Africa. The great thing is that there are so many options for people to choose from in South Africa. 

Many people in South Africa do not have Matric, which is due to various reasons that are often out of their control so they are always looking for alternatives. People are always looking to further their education and one way to do this is through TVET Colleges.This poses the question, 'Can you do TVET College courses without a matric?'.