4. Recommendations The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training, having considered the Budget and Strategic Plans 2011/12 of the Department of Higher Education and Training, SAQA, CHE and NSFAS recommended the following: . The filling of vacant posts should be given a priority within the new financial year (Department and its entities). . The funding formula for previously disadvantaged higher education institutions should be reviewed. . The infrastructure at FET colleges (Satellite Campuses) should be improved including the NC(V) throughput rate. . NSFAS should urgently implement its turn-around strategy. . The appointment of a full NSFAS board should be prioritised. 5. Conclusion The Portfolio Committee on Higher Education and Training considered and accepted the Budget and Strategic Plans 2011/12 of the Department of Higher Education and Training, SAQA, CHE and NSFAS.