If a student does not have a numerical mark indicated for the masters degree, will the NRF fund such

Only applicants with a numerical pass mark may apply for NRF funding. Exception will be made for:

• South African citizens or permanent residents who graduated prior to 2021 academic year with a ‘Pass’ and ‘Pass with a distinction’;
• South African citizens or permanent residents with a ‘Pass with distinction’;
• International applicants applying for master’s and doctoral scholarships;
• South African citizens with international qualifications applying for master’s and doctoral scholarships.

Refer to the Application and Funding Framework for more details.