• University of Technology programs lead to degrees, diplomas, and certifications. The purpose of technological universities is to train students for specific jobs. Engineering, business, technology, design, the performing arts, and other applied fields are taught at technikons and technological universities.
• 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.

• 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

• University of Johannesburg
• Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
• University of South Africa
• University of Venda
• University of Zululand
• Walter Sisulu University

• Traditional universities have existed in South Africa since 1829. The first university was founded in 1829 to help students get ready for matriculation exams. It was called University Cape Town. The Institution of the Cape of Good Hope became the country’s first university later in 1873, and the University of South Africa was founded in 1918. An extensive selection of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are offered by traditional institutions. Many different degree programs are offered, 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