Technikons/Universities of Technology
University of Technology programs result in degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Universities with a focus on technology aim to train students for particular professions. In technikons and universities of technology, courses in engineering, business, technology, design, the performing arts, and other applied fields are offered.
A National Senior Certificate, which is earned after completing 12 years of basic and secondary education or an equivalent, is the entry prerequisite for technikon/university of technology programs, while certain programs have additional requirements.
Technikon/University of Technology Qualifications-
- National Certificate (NC): This certificate is awarded after one year of study.
- National Higher Certificate (NHC): Requires two years of study.
- National Diploma (NDip): Requires three years of study.
- Bachelor of Technology Degree (B Tech): Requires four years of study.
- Master of Technology Degree (M Tech): Requires five years of study.
- Doctor of Technology Degree (D Tech): Requires seven years of study.
List of Technikons/Universities of Technology-
- Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Central University of Technology
- Durban University of Technology
- Mangosuthu University of Technology
- Tshwane University of Technology
- Vaal University of Technology
Comprehensive Universities
- Comprehensive universities are created when technikons and traditional institutions are combined. These schools offer degrees and programs in the conventional subjects of science and the arts in addition to the programs and degrees given by the technikons/universities of technology. In technical, university-style programs and courses, comprehensive universities lay a big emphasis on generating research.
South Africa’s Comprehensive University List
- University of Johannesburg
- Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
- University of South Africa
- University of Venda
- University of Zululand
- Walter Sisulu University
Traditional Universities
Traditional universities have existed in South Africa since 1829. University Cape Town was the first university, founded in 1829 to help students get ready for matriculation exams. The Institution of the Cape of Good Hope was formed as the nation’s first university to get a charter later in 1873, and the University of South Africa was founded in 1918. Numerous undergraduate and graduate degree programs are offered by traditional universities. There are many different degree programs available, especially at the bachelor’s level.
The National Senior Certificate, awarded upon completion of secondary schooling, serves as the prerequisite for admission to a typical university program.
South Africa’s Traditional Universities List
- Rhodes University
- North-West University
- University of Cape Town
- University of Fort Hare
- University of the Free State
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- University of Limpopo
- University of Pretoria
- University of Stellenbosch
- University of the Western Cape
- University of the Witwatersrand
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