The Daily DiscourseFor thousands of South African students, earning a bachelor's degree isn't the end of the struggle—it's the beginning of a new financial hurdle. While NSFAS helps many undergraduates access higher education, there's no equivalent state funding for most postgraduate studies.
For thousands of South African students, earning a bachelor's degree isn't the end of the struggle—it's the beginning of a new financial hurdle. While NSFAS helps many undergraduates access higher education, there's no equivalent state funding for most postgraduate studies. As a result, many aspiring researchers and professionals are forced to take on multiple jobs, incur debt, or even turn to risky and illegal means to finance their education. So, is South Africa doing enough to support the next generation of academics, scientists and skilled professionals?
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