Everything you need to know about applying for NRF funding in 2023|Post graduate funding.

[@Princess_Ngokz]

I forgot to mention that you can transfer your NRF scholarship from one university to another if you are successful but decide to study somewhere else.

[@siphesihlesiphesihle2575]

Hy can you please help me with NRF application it will close on the 16th of this month

[@thandiwemellisa7290]

Hi Sis

[@klydewithak108]

I'm sorry, but as informative as this video was, I was also smiling and laughing at my screen because WHY do I feel like I could listen to you speak all the time! The part of you talking about people taking chances with working and studying whilst on funding had me cracking up!

[@samkelo8639]

I found the right space. Thank you so much for this content.

[@Princess_Ngokz]

So glad!

[@preciouskay8128]

​@@Princess_Ngokz help, what does Financial means test mean? Because they state i should fill in an informed consent what what?

[@thangoanavhutshilo4854]

Thanks for sharing such useful information.

[@bongiwemodimogale6940]

Very informative. Thank you❤

[@Princess_Ngokz]

You are so welcome!

[@lawranceletsoalo556]

On the master's part not getting the funding that's most of us made the mistake on😮😮you are spot on. I think even Universities are not raising much awareness on this part too in as much as it is our responsibility to do research on funding too.

[@Princess_Ngokz]

I totally agree.

[@nathimbono4515]

Thank you this was very informative.

[@Princess_Ngokz]

You are so welcome!

[@kwanelesbonokuhle6111]

Thank you for the informative video 🙏

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Glad it was useful!

[@siyandabolt8002]

Can you plzz show us step bt step on how you apply and plzz share the screen when doing so

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Hi, NRF has a pdf guideline on how to qpply including screenshots.

[@kopanokopanoo9202]

Hi, I'm trying to apply however I'm stuck on the research expertise part. I don't understand it clearly. Kindly assist.

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Hi only fill compulsory parts. The ones with red asterisks *

[@hotwings9382]

Where can i get funding for my advanced diploma in IT?

[@preciouskay8128]

Im looking for that story working and funding yourself. If i may ask, because this is completely out, with the psychology degree alone, what jobs can i get. Before going for honors and masters. I understand i cannot be a psychologist as yet, but im looks for something that can help me to work so that i can fund myself if NRF doesn’t approve. I am SACAP( South African College of Applied Psychologist). Just be honest with me even if it hurts 😂😂😂. And apart from NRF What are other busaries out there for post graduate because i have been looking and looking. Hopefully you answer my question with a video ❤😅
I forgot to ask, since NRF start to fund late when the registration are open, that means you have to pay your own, or maybe tell the university that, accept but don't have the funds yet. I don't know how that work, please also explain.

[@user-et4yj8bz5w]

Thank you soo muuch ❤

[@musicandvideos4125]

Hi cc...so if now I'm completing my BEng and would like to use NRF next year how do I do it since I haven't completed and left with 4 subjects for this semester?

[@NtanganedzeniMulaudzi]

Is this 65% GPA only for the final year of your degree?

[@KERENGSEILE]

Hey so does the average of 65 percent apply to all the modules for the year because so for I have a 63 percent average for first semester marks, hoping to improve my average during the second semester. Do I also send my end of year results? Thank you

[@ParanoidPhotophile]

Hey there,
I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to check in and see if it would be possible to negotiate with NRF regarding the funds. I've been awarded the grant, but unfortunately not the FCS. I was wondering if it would be feasible to ask NRF to consider reallocating the remaining funds for food and traveling expenses instead of returning them. It would really help me out and ensure that I can make the most of the opportunity. Let me know if there's a possibility we can discuss this further.
Thanks so much for your help!

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Hi NRF does not decide on how funds are allocated. The university research office does. Priority is given to the fees/tuition then residence if u stay in a uni res then the rest of the money is given to you. It depends on the uni, they can give u the balance as lump-sum or divide it monthly or quarterly n u decide what to do with the money

[@Wyden_23]

Hi ​@Princess_Ngokz, I'm on partial funding (118k) what if I don't register for the university residence and stay home since It's not far. Tuition fees are 40k incl registration, will I get the remaining amount?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

@@Wyden_23 yes you will get the money. They will divide it and give it to u in portions.

[@Wyden_23]

@@Princess_Ngokz Thank you

[@nthabisengmeleke3108]

this was very informative, thank you so much. I have a question with regards to our final marks (honours applicants). do we have to upload them at some point or is that not necessary since NRF works with the different institutions of the students ?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

I think final results should be submitted to the uni research office by Dec. Remember there is an institution you used as your application uni. So. Immediately when you receive them

[@kukusthemba1442]

First time applicant. Got stuck on qualification or certifications record. Could you please assist?

[@preciouskay8128]

Princess_Ngokwana, help, what does Financial means test mean? Because they state i should fill in an informed consent what what?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Consent to the NRF-ISFAP, and/or such other person or entity that the NRF-ISFAP
may designate, the absolute right and permission to conduct creditworthy checks,
affordability assessments and to verify his/her combined household income in
order to ascertain whether they qualify for NRF-ISFAP funding.

[@Enhle_Nompilo_Mbatha]

Hello Princess.
Does NRF fund Education.
I'm a B Ed 4th year Foundation Phase student, I want to do honours next year. I was on the website but its only written that they fund Humanities, not specifically written that they fund Education honours.

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Yes it does. Apply n you will be funded next year

[@Enhle_Nompilo_Mbatha]

@@Princess_Ngokz thank you somuch.

[@georgemakhafola]

To get the average of 65 do you add only your final year second semester modules or you add both 1st and 2nd semester modules?

[@preciousgugulethu8955]

I'm asking myself the same question

[@Princess_Ngokz]

All your final year modules

[@briandlamini9087]

Hey I wanted to know when can you see if NRF has approved you funding? On my status it says "Designated authority submission review". What does that mean.

[@ziphosmartblack1332]

Which level did you apply for? Honours, Masters or Doctorate?

[@briandlamini9087]

@@ziphosmartblack1332 honours

[@nthabisengmeleke3108]

I have the same status and I applied for honours for 2024.

[@Princess_Ngokz]

NRF will release a list on facebook and their website. Its usually around feb for honours students. But they will also send you an email if you are successful. You can follow their facebook page for updates.

[@mogatlatshireletso8825]

Thank you so much for the information, out of context question but can I study my honours at another university even though my undergraduate degree is from Unisa ?

[@inamandlamhlongo619]

Yes, you can

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Most definitely. Unisa is like any other university in SA. The only difference is their learning management system. Otherwise you can study at any uni after Unisa

[@sandamazibuko5898]

Hi, i hope you're well. I am considering applying to NRF maters for 2025. I am under EMS and intend to do a Masters in Industrial Relations. I know that it is mostly for STEM degrees, so can you suggest any topics that can help me get funding because i heard you mentioning that there's a certain area of study they're interested in. Thank you in Advance!

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Hey all the best with your application. I think you should first speak to a potential supervisor or connect with someone in the field on LinkedIn to get some ideas.

[@tshamanoviola]

Hi, do you create a new application if you're a 1st time masters applicant (doing honors 2023 and had applied for honors) or do you create your masters applicantion in your old portal?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

There are different calls, NRF masters are separated from the honours and PHD. So u have to create a new application. I hope i have answered your question

[@nellygumede5597]

Hi @Princess_Ngoks I'm above 35 and plan on doing my PhD next year. Does this mean I can't apply for NRF?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

The cut off age for a PhD is 32 and remember that means u must be doing ur PhD full time so that by 35 you are completing ur qualification.

[@lunadelta6997]

Hello, if ur eligible to get funded but you went because of budget constraints, can you appeal to get funded as not everyone will be taking this bursary

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Hi,no, you cant appeal. But you may be considered should ppl not accept their awards. But you will be funded partially. This is provided ppl do not accept their scholarships

[@rneilwerap4768]

Can someone help, how to track the application status?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

You will receive an email if you are successful around end of feb. Even if you are not, you will know

[@luyandashaun1833]

Does it count if you are working as a tutor on the same university where you are studying? while being funded by nrf? will they kick me out of the nrf system?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

No, as long as u r paid on students rates and work within permitted hours. In fact u r encouraged to participate in department activities

[@priscamabitsela7392]

How do I register for nrf if I am a first time applicant doing HONOURS

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Hi, may you kindly clarify your question, are you already enrolled for honours and you need NRF funding for honours, if so, it's late, rather apply for masters funding if you are planning to do one. You apply for NRF a year before

[@mylifeasjadeanne]

What if the university asks you to be a tutor during postgraduate?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

U r allowed to be a tutor

[@prodbysickmode]

Hi, where do I find a proof that I was funded by nsfas, if I had a gap year before I applied for honours. N.B I finished a degree last year and I applied for honours this year.

[@Princess_Ngokz]

University fees statements

[@prodbysickmode]

@@Princess_Ngokz thanks

[@user-de3lk5hq6d]

so i am currently in my third year ( this i for the year of 2024) and want to apply for NRF. i want to know, do they look at my second year average? or do they wait for my final year marks to make a final decision.

[@Princess_Ngokz]

They will only use your third year results. NRF is not open yet for 2025.

[@rikalsadegovender572]

When does it open? ​@@Princess_Ngokz

[@siphesihlesiphesihle2575]

Hy am i too late, i am doing my hornors right now is it still possible to apply for Masters

[@Princess_Ngokz]

No it's not, but time is running out so you better start

[@sibonisomhlongo4277]

Does NRF fund masters by coursework for industrial psychology?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Yes

[@sentlemonageng8219]

Good SenteDJ😏🤔😊🤟💪💯

[@user-mu5yp9ci8t]

Does it fund students who are doing masters or honours in communication ?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Yes any research field

[@daltonnakedi4252]

hi how do i know that my avarage is 65p?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

You add all your final year marks n divide by the number of modules

[@daltonnakedi4252]

Thank you

[@KinGamerBoy568]

I have overall aggregrate of 66% in my undergraduate, am I eligible for application of honours

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Yes😊

[@KinGamerBoy568]

@@Princess_Ngokz please assist me with the process. How do I apply because when I tried applying I saw undergraduate scholarship instead of NRF-DFF Postgraduate scholarships😭

[@Princess_Ngokz]

@@KinGamerBoy568 go to nrf connect and you have to apply for NRF general

[@user-fw6ds5fd2l]

Nrf responded to my Honours application last week. I got an email saying "I should check my status", upon checking in my nrf profile. I saw a "accept award?" sign next to my Honours application, accepted the application but am still waiting. Does this normally happen, whereby they respond to your application after months. Because at this point am not sure if I will receive the funding.
Another thing, if you have paid your fees. Does nrf still fund you??

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Hi, are you already an honours student? If so yes. If not then i think it's better to contact the grant office at your university

[@motshidisichiloane7864]

Can I reapply if nrf rejected my first application?

[@Princess_Ngokz]

Yes, but first find out why you were rejected. Is it eligibility? Is it because of how you filled your application? Find out by visiting your university research office and they will clarify❤

[@user-hn9ie8mx2h]

Yhooooo the 65 percent 😢😢 please provide other postgraduate bursary

[@Princess_Ngokz]

I have a video I did about 2 or 3 years ago but if I get time I will do an updated one