Several South African universities offer various certificates and diplomas in different fields, each with its own set of entry requirements. Here’s a breakdown of some of the programs and their prerequisites:
Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
Higher Certificate in Medical Care
Requirements: Level 3 in English, Level 3 in Mathematics/Maths Lit, Level 3 in Life Sciences.
Higher Certificate in Dental Assistance
Requirements: Level 4 in English, Level 2 in Mathematics, Level 3 in Maths Lit, Level 3 in Life Sciences.
Apply here: CPUT Late Applications
Durban University of Technology (DUT)
Diploma in Fashion Design
Diploma in Drama
Diploma in Fine Art
Requirements: Level 3 in English.
Apply here: DUT Application
University of South Africa (UNISA)
Higher Certificate in Law
Requirements: 15 points with Level 2 in English.
Apply at Unisa
University of Free State
Higher Certificate in Heritage Studies
Requirements: 20 points with Level 4 in English.
Diploma in Fashion Design
Requirements: 20 points with Level 3 in English (No Maths/Maths Lit required).
Diploma in Fine Art
Requirements: 17 points with Level 3 in English (No Maths/Maths Lit required).
Diploma in Jewellery Design and Manufacture
Requirements: 17 points with Level 3 in English (No Maths/Maths Lit required).
Higher Certificate in Music
Requirements: 18 points with Level 3 in English (No Maths/Maths Lit required).
Diploma in Public Affairs
Requirements: 20 points with Level 3 in English, Level 3 in Maths or Maths Literacy.
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Diploma in Traffic Safety and Municipal Police Management
Requirements: 20 points with Level 3 in English and Maths/Maths Lit.
Diploma in Commercial Photography
Universities for Students with 15 APS Score and Above (as of January 22, 2024)
University of Pretoria
Higher Certificate in Sport Science Education
Requirements: 20 points with Level 4 in English.
For more details and to apply, you can visit the respective university websites provided.