Everything You Need to Know About Studying Further

Qualification Matters

Not sure which course to pursue and where to study? Knowing what qualification you want might help you. Your matric pass also plays an important role in knowing which course you qualify for. Having a clear idea of your goal will help you determine the path you need to follow.

The different types of matric passes are as follows:

Bachelors Pass – Did you pass with a bachelors pass? You can enrol to a university, Technikon and college. This means you qualify to study towards a degree, diploma and certificate.

Diploma Pass – If you passed matric with a diploma pass, you can study at a Technikon, as well as a college. You have the option to get a diploma, national diploma, as well as your certificate.

Certificate Pass – Passing with a certificate pass means you can enrol to a college. Here you can complete your higher certificate qualification.

Application Process

Some people  see registration and your first semester as the first step in your education. Yet, it is your application to higher learning that’s the first step down the road to success. Many institutions need you to apply at least 4 – 5 months ahead of registration to secure your spot in your course. 

Important Documents you Need When Applying

There are quite a few documents you need when applying to college. These should all be sent in with you application

• Certified copy of your ID (South African students)
• A certified copy of your passport (international students)
• Proof of address
• Copy of your matric certificate or highest qualification achieved
• Affidavit (if you are applying for a bursary loan)

For postgraduate studies, you will also need:

• Letter of motivation to be considered for the programme
• Summary of your research proposal

Please note: Most higher learning institutions only have online registration as an opinion. So it’s best to have PDF copies of all your documents saved on your Google Drive or online for easy access.