The short answer to “Does UKZN offer laptops?” is Yes, the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) offers laptops to students through its Student Technology Programme (STP). The STP is a national initiative that provides affordable deals on laptops and tablets to staff and students from participating public universities in South Africa.
How the STP works
The STP is negotiated by the Association of South African University Directors of Information Technology (ASAUDIT) and the purchasing consortium (PURCO) for South African higher education institutions. The STP currently offers deals on a variety of laptops and tablets from a number of different vendors.
Benefits of the STP
The STP offers a number of benefits to students, including:
- Affordable prices: The STP negotiates significantly reduced prices on laptops and tablets.
- A wide range of options: The STP offers a wide range of laptops and tablets to choose from, so students can find one that meets their needs and budget.
- Pre-installed software: Laptops purchased through the STP come pre-installed with the necessary software for academic use, such as Microsoft Office.
- Extended warranties: Laptops purchased through the STP come with extended warranties.
Who is eligible for the STP
All staff and students at UKZN are eligible to purchase laptops and tablets through the STP. However, students who are funded by the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) may be eligible for additional funding to purchase a laptop.
UKZN also offers free laptops to first-year NSFAS students
In addition to the STP, UKZN also offers free laptops to first-year NSFAS students. This program is designed to ensure that all students have access to the technology they need to succeed in their studies.
How to get a free laptop if you are an NSFAS student
If you are an NSFAS student, you will automatically be considered for a free laptop. You do not need to apply for the program. Laptops are distributed at the beginning of the academic year.
The UKZN STP and the free laptop program for NSFAS students are valuable initiatives that help to ensure that all students have access to the technology they need to succeed in their studies.
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