Institution types – Career Planet

Universities of Technology

Career Planet — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 11:24:00 +0000

A University of Technology places emphasis on innovative problem-solving and career-directed courses, in addition to the basic responsibilities of a university. The courses are designed to be career-orientated and practical, with experiential learning forming part of the courses.
Universities of Technology offer mainly diploma and certificate courses, but also offer degree courses that take about three years to complete. Entrance requirements vary depending on the course that you want to take.

Universities

Career Planet — Tue, 09 Oct 2018 11:03:51 +0000

University courses focus on theoretical training in a specialized field, offering degree courses that take a minimum of three to four years to complete. Entrance requirements for courses vary and can be quite specific.
You will need to have completed the National Senior Certificate (matric) with very good marks, particular subject choices and may need to meet a list of specific requirements to gain entrance.
The longer you study, the more specialized the field becomes; once you have completed your degree you can continue studying and earn a postgraduate level of study (Honours, Masters and Doctorate).

TVET Colleges

eadmin — Mon, 27 Aug 2018 09:20:31 +0000

TVET is an abbreviation for Technical and Vocational Education and Training. Courses vary from a few months to three years and students generally receive a certificate at the end of a three-year course.
The focus is on educating and training students to work in technical or vocational fields, providing practical experience to enter the workforce as quickly and as well-equipped as possible.
Students who have completed their studies in some programmes may be able to continue their studies at a University of Technology example: engineering.