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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At Boston City Campus they offer accredited Higher Education qualifications, including their state-of-the-art Postgraduate Diploma in Management, a range of Degrees, and numerous Diplomas and Higher Certificates. And they offer a variety of work-ready Occupational and Short Programmes which meet industry needs and are developed by industry specialists and leading professionals in their fields.
They know you’ll face challenges when studying, and believe personalised attention is critical to your success. So they use a proactive monitoring and mentoring system, designed to support your learning. And you have a Student Advisor and Online Educators to help you, every step of the way.
At Boston, they focus on two things:
1. The education we provide is of the highest possible quality.
2. You get all the support you need.
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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.
They assist their students with applying for NSFAS which provides financial relief for low income households.
Students can find the College of Cape Town online application 2024 and 2025 on their website, as well as all College of Cape Town courses.
Oxbridge Academy gives you the opportunity to further your education and realise your full potential whilst earning a living. They have options for school-leavers who didn’t have an opportunity to study further and adult learners who never finished school.
Oxbridge Academy makes use of Distance Learning where you don't have to travel to a campus to attend any classes.
Accreditation:
Oxbridge Academy is accredited by a number of academic and professional bodies, including the DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training), Umalusi, the QCTO, the ETDP SETA, Saiosh, DQS Academy, the IIE and APPETD. For further information on their accrediation and/or registration, see their website.
The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd ("The IIE") is the largest private higher education institution in South Africa operating across 23 sites offering more than 130 registered and accredited higher education programmes from Higher Certificate to Doctorate level on its IIE Varsity College, IIE Vega, IIE MSA, IIE Rosebank College and IIE HSM campuses.
If a passion for events, hospitality or entrepreneurship runs deep in your veins and you want to make your mark in your future career, you’ve found the right tertiary institution for you!
The Aleit Academy is a tertiary education institution with a difference!
Regenesys Business School aims to help their students achieve their goals and enhance their leadership potential. They strive to be the leading management and leadership development institution in the world. A variety of courses are offered at their campus. Short courses and learnerships are available to all students.
Regenesys is registered and accredited with the Department of Higher Education.
STADIO Higher Education has brought together four highly prestigious institutions, including Southern Business School, Embury Institute for Higher Education, LISOF and Prestige Academy, with a collective experience of over 100 years in providing quality, affordable higher education.
Stadio College
The institution offers more than 50 accredited qualifications through contact, distance and blended learning to over 20 000 students. One of their faculties is the Stadio faculty of education.
At STADIO, they believe in the future of our nation. They want to make a difference by offering greater access to higher education with Stadio higher education, so that every South African has the opportunity to become the most empowered version of themself.
By investing in the human potential all around us, they can grow minds, dreams and employment. Ultimately benefiting our nation as a whole.
Mode of Study
Stadio offers flexible learning options, including full-time, part-time, and distance learning. This is particularly beneficial for working professionals or students needing flexibility in their study schedules. The institution uses modern e-learning platforms to support distance education, allowing students to study from virtually anywhere.
Campuses:
Stadio has multiple campuses across South Africa, including locations in Gauteng, the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and other provinces. These campuses are well-equipped with facilities that support both academic and extracurricular activities, fostering a holistic student experience.
Student Support:
Stadio provides a range of student support services, including academic advising, counseling, and career development resources. These are aimed at helping students succeed academically and transition smoothly into their chosen careers.
Is Stadio Accredited?
Yes Stadio Higher Education is accredited with the CHE (Council for Higher Education) to offer SAQA courses, and is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training.
You can visit the STADIO website below.
SACAP refers to the South African College of Applied Psychology.
Too often, those in crisis can’t access the help they need. SACAP's person-centered educational philosophy develops the skills you need to effect positive change where it’s needed most. SACAP’s work-integrated learning offering is where your training really comes to life so submit your SACAP online application now.
Most of the courses include supervised practical placements that cover a diverse range of counselling environments, which you can match to your field of interest. This way you’ll get invaluable practical experience under your belt – before you even graduate.
Students will be given a SACAP login once they apply and complete their SACAP registration. They would then use this on the SACAP portal.
Eduvos has a long history that started in 1979 with the founding of the Computer Technology Institute (CTI) that was later merged with Midrand Graduate Institute (MGI) and operated for some years as Pearson Institute of Higher Education (PIHE). The new name of the institution was the result of a change of ownership and a new focus on high quality, blended learning across Africa.
Eduvos offers a combination of programmes on campus, in blended mode and online. The wide selection of options gives students choice to experience learning in various modes of learning provide opportunities to working adults who need to upskill or reskill themselves via part-time learning.
Eduvos is the institution of choice for students that are seeking to prepare themselves for a future career through a great learning experience.
Eduvos is a degree granting private higher education institution registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training, quality assured by the Council for Higher Education and its qualifications is registered with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
IIE's Varsity College is a private higher education institution in South Africa that operates under The Independent Institute of Education (IIE), the largest private education provider in the country. The institution offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, and it is known for its practical and industry-aligned courses.
Varsity College’s purpose is to provide “Quality Teaching for Quality Learning”, resulting in a premium tertiary education learning experience towards degrees, diplomas, higher certificates and Short Learning Programmes throughout South Africa. Students are encouraged to balance their pursuit of academic excellence with lifelong sport and cultural interests, while developing a sound sense of community.
Central Johannesburg TVET College's mission is to lead their students to employment and entrepreneurship opportunities that contributes to economic development, through responsive education and training interventions. Their vision is to become a public TVET College of choice.
They offer a variety of courses at their six campuses. They urge all their students to apply for NSFAS as it will provide financial relief on households. If looking to study a Nated or NC(V) course then this university is for you.
BMT College is South Africa's most prestigious distance education college with an impeccable reputation for excellence. The online college has trained numerous successful human resources managers, business managers, supervisors and business owners for over 25 years.
Goldfields TVET College aims to produce lifelong learning students who are prepared for the world of work. They offer a wide variety of courses at their campuses as well as learnerships. Student support services are always available to all their students at all campuses. All students are encouraged to apply for the various bursaries that they offer. These bursaries provide financial relief to low income households.
Mnambithi TVET College aims to be the leading TVET College by providing quality education and training courses. They are made up of six campuses, each offering a variety of courses. Students are provided with support services to help them overcome the hurdles that they may face during their college careers. These support services ensure that they achieve their academic goals and enter into the career of their choice. Assistance is provided to all students with applying for financial aid, namely NSFAS. NSFAS provides financial relief to low income households.
Majuba TVET College offers a wide variety of courses as well as leadership programmes at their eight campuses. They care about their students developing holistically therefore student support services such as on-course academic support and sports are provided. Majuba TVET College assists their students with applying for NSFAS funding. NSFAS provides financial relief to low income households. All students are encouraged to apply for NSFAS.
Regent, a higher education provider strives to deliver quality academic programmes that meet recognised academic standards to its students. It does this through ensuring that all Regent Business School programmes are developed internally by its professional team, in consultation with experts from business, and leading academics.
MANCOSA is an online learning platform where students can get a quality education from the comfort of their home. They aim to be the leading distance education provider that is responsive to the evolving education and training needs of dynamic economies through a commitment to people, opportunity and quality.
A variety of undergraduate, postgraduate and executive learning courses are offered. These courses promote high levels of independence through innovative learning and assessment intervention.
IQA has a strong reputation for academic excellence and purposeful education. They offer various accredited distance learning programmers, including Business Management, Finance, Marketing, and Human Resources.
You can also choose from a range of short courses that promote skills development in a number of disciplines.
Da Vinci is located at a heritage site in Modderfontein, South Africa and was founded by Prof Roy Marcus in 1992. The group has three divisions: Research, Education and Design Thinking. The Da Vinci Institute, the group’s education arm, is a South African Mode 2 university of work. The Da Vinci Institute is a school of management leadership focusing on, the Management of People, Innovation, Technology and Business.
The Institute offers Certificate, Diploma, Masters and PhD programmes in the Management of Technology and Innovation (MOTI) and more recently a Bachelors Degree in Business Management.
Da Vinci has also established the Technology Top 100 awards (TT100), South Africa’s premier annual business awards programme. TT100 is presently in its 20th year, and the programme which lauds South African companies for their technological prowess is proudly endorsed by the Department of Science and Technology (DST).
The Da Vinci Institute is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (HET) and is accredited by the HEQC as a private higher education institution.
Business Management Training College offers online courses to students all over the world. Their mission is to provide quality education that is affordable and accessible.
Along with offering a large variety of courses, short courses are also available.
Akademia is a Christian Afrikaans institution. They offer a variety of courses at their campuses. There are thirteen campuses.
White River Technical College strives to equip their students with the skills to become employable. Their mission is to help their students overcome poverty and unemployment. A wide variety of courses are offered at their campus.
Production Management Institute of Southern Africa tailors their programmes to meet the needs of their students. They offer a variety of courses as well as short courses and workshops. Learnerships and apprenticeships are also offered to students who have a good work ethic and are determined to reach their dream career through these opportunities.
Kingsway College aims to stay in tune with the needs of the people in South Africa and to provide them with the education and training that they deserve. They strive to provide a progressive education environment which will make a change in their students' lives. A wide variety of courses are offered at their campuses. The main campus is located in Cape Town and the other is in Bellville. Along with offering various courses, short courses are also offered.
Hlanganani Computech College trades as Metro Computech College. Hlanganani Computech College is a Private College in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
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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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