College of Cape Town courses offered and Admission requirements

College of Cape Town offers NC(V), engineering, business, hospitality, education and development, ICT, occupational and practical skills programmes, among other vocational training options.

The minimum qualification depends on the course. Several NC(V) Level 2 programmes accept Grade 9 or better, while some engineering and practical programmes have additional subject or grade requirements.

Yes. Grade 9 or better is an entry requirement for several NC(V) Level 2 programmes, although individual courses may have additional requirements.

Your eligibility depends on the selected programme and its admission rules. Applicants should check the requirements for the specific course.

Yes, depending on the programme. Some N1 engineering programmes, for example, require Grade 11 with Mathematics above 50%.

Yes. Grade 12 can meet or exceed the entry requirement for a number of programmes, but specific courses may require particular subjects or marks.

For many NC(V) programmes, applicants need Grade 9 or better. Some programmes have additional subject requirements.

Entry to Level 3 generally requires the relevant NC(V) Level 2 qualification.

Entry to Level 4 generally requires the relevant NC(V) Level 3 qualification.

Yes. The College offers several engineering and artisan-related programmes, including mechanical, civil, engineering-related design and practical trade training.

Yes. Mechanical Engineering is among the engineering fields offered, including N-level engineering and related practical programmes.

Yes. Hospitality and Catering Services includes areas such as Professional Cookery, Accommodation and Housekeeping, and Food and Beverage Management.

Yes. Business-related options include Office Administration and Finance, Economics and Accounting, among other programmes.

Yes. The NC(V) Finance, Economics and Accounting programme includes subjects such as Applied Accounting and Financial Management.

Yes. Office Administration is offered as an NC(V) Level 2–4 programme.

Yes. The College offers NC(V) Education and Development, including a focus on Early Childhood Development.

Many NC(V) programmes take three years full-time, with one year spent at each of Levels 2, 3 and 4.

Prospective students can apply through the College’s online student application system and should first check the requirements of their chosen programme.

The College has several campuses across Cape Town, including Athlone, City, Crawford, Gardens, Guguletu, Pinelands, Thornton and Wynberg.

Students from different African countries study at the College. International applicants should confirm the current admission and documentation requirements that apply to their qualifications and circumstances.

Yes. Depending on the qualification, students may progress to higher education or continue through additional vocational and technical training.

Many programmes combine theory with practical training. Engineering, hospitality, automotive and other occupational programmes place significant emphasis on practical skills.

Yes. The College offers practical and artisan-related training in fields such as welding, fitting, motor mechanics, automotive electrical work and machining.

The safest option is to use the official College of Cape Town website and online application portal because programmes, application periods and requirements can change.