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After finishing school the studying isn't over - in fact it's just beginning! To get a well-paid job it is usually necessary to study further at a college or university to get another qualification.
We have lots of information on the types of courses you can study and the accredited institutions that offer them.
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UNISA
Distance-study university UNISA has opened their application period for the 2027 academic year. We have all the details.
Newly-appointed Deputy Minister for Higher Education and Training, Yusuf Cassim, chose Unisa for his first official visit - to follow up on many complaints received from NSFAS-funded students at the university.
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Registration is now open at South Africa's largest university. Here's all you need to know about the Unisa 2026 second semester registration period.
University of South Africa (UNISA) and Parliament are collaborating to host a special colloquium in Cape Town to commemorate 30 years of South Africa’s Constitution.
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University
For many university students, graduating is only half the battle. Outstanding tuition debt can prevent graduates from receiving their qualification, delaying their entry into the job market and limiting future opportunities. The WaFunda ISA might be able to help you.
The University of the Western Cape welcomes prospective students to apply for undergraduate and postgraduate courses for the 2027 academic year. The number of people applying are usually far more than the number of spaces available in various programmes so apply as soon as you can!
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If you're planning to pursue your tertiary studies in 2027, applications to study at the University of Limpopo are now open! Here's all the information you need to know to complete your application.
South Africa has built a world-class higher education system that has become a strategic national asset. Our universities are not only recognised among the best globally; they are centres of excellence that drive innovation, strengthen the economy, develop highly skilled graduates and contribute to global knowledge creation.
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Matric Past Papers
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Colleges
The Mpumalanga College of Nursing is open now for applications to study the three year Diploma in Nursing for 2027. If you are interested in a career in nursing this could be for you.
2027 applications are now open at Orbit TVET College. Orbit TVET College wants to provide high-quality education and training that is affordable and relevant.
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If you want to study full-time at Capricorn TVET College you can apply now for their NCV and Occupational Certificate courses in 2027. Classes always fill up so its important to apply on time.
Are you interested in studying at a TVET College next year? False Bay College has opened 2027 applications, complete your application so you don't miss out.
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High School
Effective studying is an art that combines strategy, discipline, and understanding of one's learning style. Whether you're embarking on your study journey for the first time or seeking to refine your existing study habits, let this guide be your roadmap to success.
Maintaining mental health during the matric year is essential not only for good performance, but also for long-term well-being. We asked Pertunia Nkomo-Mofokeng from Rosebank International for her advice for Matrics.
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As the second term of 2026 kicks off, the real work of Matric begins in earnest. This is not a year where performance suddenly matters in September, but rather a full-year campaign with the June exams the first major checkpoint that truly counts, an education expert says.
If you've applied to university, you will most likely be required to write the National Benchmark Tests. There are a few things you should know before you register to write. We also have the information you need on how to register for the NBTs.
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Online School
While there are many benefits to online homeschooling, there are also unique requirements, and one that can be particularly daunting for students is the need to maintain focus in a complex learning environment. However, an education expert says the key to success is being fully engaged, attentive, intentional and present.
The passion for STEM-education came into the spotlight at Koa Academy recently with the news that one of its Grade 9 learners, Matt Greenwood, was part of the winning team at the 2024 FIRST® Tech Challenge international competition. Alongside his South African teammates, the 15-year-old from Cape Town, joined more than 18 000 youths from 58 countries in Houston, Texas, USA for an exciting 4-day event that drew crowds of up to 50 000 people.
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Latest Course Articles
If you dream of making a difference in people's lives, maybe even saving them, and want to care for people day in and day out, maybe nursing is the perfect career for you. South Africa offers many opportunities for nurses, that goes from studying it to becoming one and actually working. Here's where to study to become a nurse.
If you have a love for fashion and want to make a career out of it, you are able to do so. There are many institutions in South Africa that provide education and training for those interested in fashion.
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Are you interested in applying for a Higher Certificate in Nursing, but unsure if you meet the admission requirements? Here are the requirements for the qualification.
Project management is becoming an increasingly in-demand skill, as the skill of knowing how to successfully manage a project from start to finish can be the difference between success and failure. If you are interested in studying project management, here's what you should know about colleges in South Africa that offer project management courses.
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Where to Study
College of Cape Town TVET college strives to equip their students with the qualifications and skills to start successful careers. They provide well-equipped workshops, lecture rooms, computer rooms, studios for practical work and well-equipped media centres.
Three residences are located near the City, Crawford and Thornton Campuses. In addition to offering a variety of courses, they also provide their students with Open Learning Centres. College of Cape Town cares about the well-being of their students and therefore provides Student Support Services.
General News
Applying for your Smart ID Card has gotten even easier as you can now apply online via e-Home Affairs. Here is how to apply, upload documents and pay for your application all from the comfort of your own home.
