Find full List of Undergraduate, post Graduate Courses and all short Courses and Programmes offered at Tshwane North TVET College TNC with it’s admissions entry Qualifications needed to study Tshwane North TVET College TNC.
Tshwane North TVET College: Admission Requirements
General admission requirements: for Level 2 Grade 9 or Higher/ NQF Level 1; ABET Level 4
Safety in Society – Grade 9 pass or higher and results will determine selection
Hospitality – Grade 9 pass or higher with English at least a C-symbol
Tourism – Grade 9 pass or higher with Tourism; HSS and Highly recommended English at least a C-symbol
Marketing – Grade 9 pass or higher with Commerce and Human Science stream
Generic Management – Grade 9 pass or higher with Commerce and must have passed Accounting
Finance; Economics & Accounting- Grade 9 pass or higher with Mathematical and Accounting background
Office Administration – Grade 9 pass or higher with at least one Commercial subject
Civil Engineering & Building Construction – Grade 9 pass or higher with both Mathematics and Science
Electrical Infrastructure Construction – Grade 9 pass or higher with both Mathematics and Science
Engineering & Related Design – Grade 9 pass or higher with both Mathematics and Science
Information Technology & Computer Science – Grade 9 pass or higher with both Mathematics and Science
NATED N1-N6
General admission requirements: for N1 Grade 9 or higher pass with Mathematics and Science
N4: Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science
PLEASE NOTE:
ADDITIONS TO THE ADMISSION REQUIREMENT: ACCORDING TO THE SELECTION CRITERIA OF THE COLLEGE.
Civil Engineering – Grade 12 pass with both Mathematics and Science Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering Heavy current/Light Current – Grade 12 pass with both Mathematics and Science Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering – Grade 12 pass with both Mathematics and Science Mechanical Engineering
BUSINESS STUDIES: General Admission requirements: Intro N4 and N4: Grade 12 pass
PLEASE NOTE:
ADDITIONS TO THE ADMISSION REQUIREMENT: ACCORDING TO THE SELECTION CRITERIA OF THE COLLEGE.
Marketing – Grade 12 pass or higher with Commerce and Human Science stream
Public Relations – Grade 12 pass or higher with Commerce and Human Science stream
Financial Management – Grade12 pass with minimum of 40% for Accounting / NC(V) level 4 Finance; Economics and Accounting
Human Resources Management – Grade12 pass with Business studies/Commercial Subject background would serve as an advantage
Public Management – Grade12 pass with Business studies/Commercial Subject background would serve as an advantage
Clothing Production – Grade 12 Pass Or NC(V) Level 4
Tourism – Grade 12 Pass Or NC(V) Level 4 Tourism; Geography; History and English 40% Pass
Business Management – Grade 12 Pass Or NC(V) Level 4 Finance; Economics and Accounting. Accounting and English 40%
HospitalityGrade12 and Hospitality NC(V) Level 4.Hospitality related subjects;English 40%.
Art and Design – Grade 12 pass with Art Instructional offering and a portfolio.
Tourism – Grade12 pass with Tourism as a subject.
Legal Secretary – Grade 12 pass Word Processing/Typing and English 40% pass/NC (V) Level 4 Office Administration.
Management Assistant – Grade 12 pass Word Processing/Typing and English 40% pass/NC (V) Level 4 Office Administration.
List of courses offered at Tshwane North TVET College
Programmes
- Confectionery Baking
- Cosmetology/ Beauty Therapy
- Hairdressing NQF Level 2-4
- Baking
- Curtain Making
- Flower Arranging
- Garment Making
- Events Management
- Linen Making
- Fashion Design
- Manicure, Pedicure and Make-Up
- End User Computing
- Upholstery
- PC Repair
- Project Management
Engineering Studies
- Civil Engineering and Building Construction
- Electrical Infrastructure Construction
- Engineering and Related Design
- Information Technology & Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
Business Studies
- Marketing
- Generic Management
- Finance Economics and Accounting
- Office Administration
Utility and Social Studies
- Safety in Society
- Hospitality
- Tourism
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What courses are offered at Tshwane North TVET College?
TNC offers Business Studies, Engineering Studies, Utility Studies, NC(V) programmes, N4–N6 programmes, a Pre-Learning Programme and selected Occupational Certificate programmes.
What is the minimum qualification needed to study at TNC?
The minimum qualification depends on the programme. Several NC(V) Level 2 programmes accept Grade 9 or higher, while N4–N6 programmes generally require Grade 12/Matric, NC(V) Level 4 or another recognised qualification.
Can I study at TNC after Grade 9?
Yes. TNC lists several NC(V) programmes with Grade 9 or higher as the minimum admission requirement.
Does TNC accept Grade 10 or Grade 11 learners?
Applicants with Grade 10 or Grade 11 may qualify for particular programmes, but admission depends on the specific course requirements and the college’s selection criteria.
Can I apply to TNC with Grade 12?
Yes. Grade 12/Matric holders can apply for programmes for which they meet the required subjects and other admission criteria.
What are the TNC NC(V) entry requirements?
The general minimum requirement for NC(V) Level 2–4 programmes is Grade 9 or higher, NQF Level 1 or AET Level 4, together with the specific requirements for the selected programme.
What are the TNC N4 requirements?
N4–N6 admission requirements depend on the programme. TNC generally lists Grade 12/Matric or NC(V) Level 4, together with specific programme requirements.
Does TNC require Mathematics for Engineering courses?
Many Engineering Studies programmes require Mathematics or Technical Mathematics, or in some cases Mathematical Literacy, together with Physical Science. The exact requirement varies by programme.
Does TNC offer Engineering courses?
Yes. TNC offers engineering-related programmes including Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Automotive, Fitting, Boiler Making and other engineering programmes.
Does TNC offer Business Management?
Yes. Business Management is among the Business Studies N5–N6 programmes listed by TNC.
Does TNC offer Financial Management?
Yes. Financial Management is available as a Business Studies programme, with specific English and Accounting requirements listed by the college.
Does TNC offer Office Administration?
Yes. Office Administration is offered under Business Studies at NC(V) Levels 2–4.
Does TNC offer Tourism?
Yes. Tourism is available in both the Business/Utility programme offerings and at particular campuses, subject to programme availability and selection criteria.
Does TNC offer Hospitality courses?
Yes. TNC offers Hospitality and Hospitality & Catering Services programmes, with specific entry requirements depending on the programme level.
Does TNC offer IT and Computer Science?
Yes. IT and Computer Science is listed among the Engineering Studies NC(V) Level 2–4 programmes.
Does TNC offer a Pre-Learning Programme?
Yes. TNC offers a one-year Pre-Learning Programme (PLP) for eligible applicants.
Which TNC courses require Accounting?
Financial Management and Business Management have Accounting requirements at N4–N6 level. Other programmes may also have Accounting as a specific or recommended subject.
Which TNC courses require English?
English is an important requirement for many TNC programmes. The required percentage differs by course, with some N4–N6 programmes requiring 40% and others requiring 50%.
Does TNC offer Occupational Certificate programmes?
Yes. The 2026 TNC prospectus lists Occupational Certificate programmes including Automotive Motor Mechanic, Fitter & Turner, Hairdresser, ECD Practitioner, Welder and Chef.
Which campus offers the Automotive Motor Mechanic Occupational Certificate?
The 2026 prospectus lists Automotive Motor Mechanic at Rosslyn Campus.
Which campus offers the Fitter and Turner programme?
The 2026 prospectus lists the Occupational Certificate: Fitter & Turner at Temba Campus.
Which TNC campus offers the Hairdresser programme?
The Occupational Certificate: Hairdresser is listed at Pretoria Campus in the 2026 prospectus.
Where can I check the official TNC programme requirements?
Applicants should check the official Tshwane North TVET College programme page and the latest prospectus before applying because programme availability and requirements can vary.
