Where to Study
If you're not sure about where you should study further or which institutions offer the course you want, this directory is able to help you. Our Where To Study directory lists all of the public and private post-school education institutions that are operating in South Africa.
Where Can I Study?
If you are searching to find where you can study your preferred choice of course - you've come to the right place!
You can search by course, the institution you're thinking of attending, the type of institution or the type of qualification you're hoping to study. Our directory includes universities, universities of technology (Like Cape Peninsula University of Technology CPUT), TVET Colleges, and all accredited private educational institutions.
Most TVET Colleges accept online applications, as do universities, and high education institutions.
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Sizanani ABET Career Solutions offers adults the opportunity to become skilled individuals by providing the training and tools needed to advance personal growth, careers and communities.
Normansville College offers a broad range of courses and programmes tailored for both the college students and industry professionals. These include engineering studies, business studies, computer studies, matric rewrite, etc.
The college is registered by the department of higher education and training, according to the private FET act and accredited by UMALUSI quality council and qcto as a skills provider.
Thulaganing School is a private institute that offers practical and theoratical training for those wanting to explore a career in nursing.
Striving Mind Nursing Academy offers the best training service that will ensure accomplishment of foundational, practical and reflective competence in the nursing profession by providing learners with qualified, competent and experienced educators.
Global Tech Tivet College was Established in 2010 by a team of members that are well experienced in the Education and Training Industry.
The College was Established with the primary focus of providing Education and Training Skills, to the South African disadvantage communities and other Nations, in the Field of Engineering Studies, Business Studies and in I.T and Computer Skills.
In addition, the College focused on assisting the communities in Upgrading their Matric by providing Classes for the Technical Matric/Rewrite which allows those that never had a chance to do or pass their Matric, to achieve the Matric Certificate.
DRU-A Professional Further Education and Training College is a 100% Black owned private institution that was established in 2008
Keabokile Nursing Academy produces quality nurses. the nursing school that offers the best services with the best lecturers
CTU has over 15 campuses nationwide, 10 000 certified students and over 900 courses. CTU Training Solutions offers opportunities for full time and part-time studies, short courses, online training, and Hybrid (VILT) training in information technology, design, business, engineering, and humanities faculties.
CTU training has been developing skilled professionals since 1987.
The NWU offers more than just an education: we offer people a place in the world. Academically, students benefit from great choice and flexibility, enabling them to fulfil their potential and start preparing for their careers.
Vuselela TVET College strives to offer relevant skills and training programmes. They offer a variety of courses at their five campuses. Student accommodation is available at Potchefstroom Centre for ICT Studies as well as Taung Campus. Resource centres with computers and internet access is available to students at all campuses. Assistance is provided to students when applying for financial aid such as NSFAS funding. All students are encouraged to apply for NSFAS.
Taletso TVET College aims to provide excellent education and training. They offer a variety of courses at their three campuses. Assistance is provided to students when applying for financial aid. Financial aid is offered to students who do exceptionally well or come from low income households.
Orbit TVET College offers a variety of courses at their three campuses. They provide their students with support services such as academic development, social and cultural services, job placements and counselling at all campuses. Assistance is provided to students when applying for bursaries, such as NSFAS funding. All TVET College students are encouraged to apply for financial aid as it provides financial relief to low income households.
Ukwazi School of Nursing is a private higher education institution registered as such by the Department of Higher Education and Training. It's nursing qualifications are registered by the South African Qualifications Authority. It is accredited by the Council on Higher Education and by the South African Nursing Council.
This school is a training institution focused on the health care industry. They have gone from strength to strength since then and pride ourselves on being a nursing education institution which has taken its place amongst the frontrunners in private nursing education in South Africa.
Ukwazi School of Nursing offers the Higher Certificate in Nursing (R169)(auxiliary nurse programme) and the Diploma in Nursing (general nurse programme)(R171). Intakes for both qualifications are invariably fully enrolled annually.
Potchefstroom Academy is a Higher Education and Training (HET) provider that was established in 1981. The Academy is situated in the heart of Potchefstroom, Northwest. In 2003, Tina Schöltz acquired the South African Academy for Hair and Skincare Technology (SAAHST), a Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) provider.
This allowed students from both institutions to benefit from shared facilities, resources, and expertise. Potchefstroom Academy and SAAHST offer an array of Full time, part time and short courses.
Whitestone College aims to produce quality students who meet the expectations of the country. Students who are equipped with the required practical skills for their career field.
They offer 72 accredited courses. There are three campuses, each offering certain courses.
Rostec Technical FET College strives to provide their students with high quality education, that will empower them to follow their chosen career paths. They aim to be the leading Technical FET College in the country.
They offer a variety of courses at their campuses. There are six campuses, each offering certain courses.
Private college situated around Mahikeng North west South Africa.
Newbridge Graduate Institute is a registered and accredited provider of a wide range of distinctive qualifications, and boasts a proud 22-year history of pioneering and academic offering that is designed to keep students engaged, motivated and able to enjoy what they are doing while they prepare for their chosen career.
Brooklyn City College aims to provide great teaching methods and focus on student aspirations and personal development. They strive to teach their students skills and strategies to help them become effective, independent and resilient, preparing them for later stages of school and life. They offer a large variety of courses as well as short courses. There are five campuses. Arts, sports, community service and adventure are a large part of providing a holistic campus life for the students.
Advisor Progressive College aims to provide quality and affordable education and training through dedicated, skilled staff and assembling the best learning resources. They offer a wide variety of courses at their campuses. There are two campuses, one in eMalahleni and the other in Middelburg.
Post-Matric Options
We helped you with past papers for your matric exams, so hopefully you are happy with your Matric results. So now you are faced with a lot of post-matric options that can shape your future paths. You might want to study law, teaching, or nursing. Of course studying is expensive so we have helpful advice about student loans, NSFAS bursaries, Fundi loans, ISFAP, and lots of other funding options.
These options range from pursuing higher education at universities , TVET Colleges or private colleges, finding student accommodation, entering vocational training programs (like Learnerships and internships), joining the workforce, or even starting your own business. There are so many choices but we are here to help.
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