Tertiary Pathways

Discover your options for tertiary education in South Africa. Whether you're interested in university, TVET college, or online learning, we'll help you find the right path.

Top South African Universities

Explore admission requirements, courses, and application portals for leading universities:

University of Cape Town

Premier research university

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University of Pretoria

Comprehensive university

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University of the Witwatersrand

Top research institution

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Stellenbosch University

Leading academic institution

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University of KwaZulu-Natal

Diverse university

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Rhodes University

Excellence in teaching

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TVET Colleges

Technical and Vocational Education and Training colleges offer practical, career-focused programs:

False Bay TVET College

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Ekurhuleni East TVET College

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Central Johannesburg TVET College

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Online Study Options

Consider these online learning platforms for flexible study options:

  • UNISA - University of South Africa (Distance Learning)
  • Coursera - International online courses
  • GetSmarter - Short courses from top universities

General Admission Requirements

For University:

  • National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor's pass
  • Minimum APS (Admission Point Score) - varies by institution
  • Subject-specific requirements for certain courses
  • Language proficiency requirements

For TVET College:

  • Grade 9, 10, 11, or 12 certificate (depending on course)
  • ID document
  • No specific APS required

Career Guidance Quiz

Not sure what to study? Take our career guidance quiz to discover fields that match your interests, skills, and goals.

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Our interactive career matching quiz will help you:

  • Identify your strengths and interests
  • Explore career options that suit you
  • Find the right study programs
  • Plan your educational journey

📝 Application Portals

Central Applications Service (CAS)

Apply to multiple universities through one portal

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Individual University Applications

Most universities also accept direct applications on their websites