University of the Western Cape Term Date 2026


2026-2027 West Coast TVET College Prospectus
2026-2027 West Coast TVET College Prospectus is available for Download
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30 June – Faculty of Health Sciences (all programmes); Bachelor of Architecture; Bachelor of Audiology, Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology30 September – All other University programmes; Residence applications Please note that residence applications will only be available from April.
University of South Africa Higher Certificates in Agriculture & Environmental Sciences
Bachelor of Accounting Sciences Honours in Management Accounting (98354)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Agricultural Management (BTAGM)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Animal Health (BTANM)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Horticulture (BTHOR)
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Phase 1:
Senior Certificate
An English pass rate of at least D HG or C SG
A Biology pass rate of at least D HG or C SG
A minimum of 15 points is necessary to obtain admission to Phase 2.
How do you know if you have obtained an M score of 15 points?
Allocate marks to your subjects and symbols on your matric certificate, according to the following scale:
| SYMBOL | HIGHER GRADE | STANDARD GRADE |
| A | 6 | 5 |
| B | 5 | 4 |
| C | 4 | 3 |
| D | 3 | 2 |
| E | 2 | 1 |
| F | 1 | 0 |
National Senior Certificate
An English pass rate of at least 50% (level 4), A Life Sciences pass rate of at least 50% (level 4)
A minimum of 25 points is necessary to obtain admission to Phase 2.
Note: Life Orientation is half the original mark. E.g. 6 = 3
If in Grade 12 use your Final Grade 11 Results.
Acceptance into the process is provisional
The final acceptance depends on the final grade 12 results.
Phase 2:
If you meet the criteria in phase 1 you will be invited to an assessment.
Phase 3:
All short-listed candidates will undergo a compulsory assessment and following further shortlisting
an interview. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a medical surveillance, including
a medical examination and security verification of all documents.
CONTACT DETAILS
Main Contact Details
Tel : 011-644-8900
Fax : 086-443-7935Central Selection Center
Tel : 011-644-8946
Fax : 086-443-7935
SelectionCentre@gauteng.gov.zaPrincipal Contact Details
Mrs Rose Ramahlafi
Tel : 011-644-8900
Fax : 086-443-7935Registrar Contact Details
Mr Hannes Cloete
Tel : 011-644-8900
Fax : 086-443-7935
Where to Email Unisa Proof of Payment
Please check that you have completed the registration form correctly using the information on this website. Errors or inaccuracies may result in your registration being delayed. We therefore urge you to register online or by making use of our self-help terminals at Unisa regional offices.
Completed registration documents and payments must reach Unisa before the closing date for registrations. Please don’t include cash or cheques with your documents. Completed registration forms can also be faxed to 012 429 4150 or posted to Registration @ Unisa, PO Box 392, Unisa, 0003.
Pay the minimum fees at any Standard Bank branch, using your student number as your reference number when paying. Proof of payment must be faxed to Unisa on 012 429 4150 or included with your registration documents.
Please note the university cannot be held responsible for any registration forms that do not reach Unisa by the closing date for registrations.
New and re-registering students must check the pre-populated form for accuracy and provide any missing information. Returning students registering for a new qualification must complete the form in full.

Your first study material pack will be delivered to you via courier.
This only applies to the first study pack. Subsequent material will be sent via ordinary mail service to the South African Post Office. Once you have registered, you may register on myUnisa to access and download your study material online.
* Study material for second semester modules will only be sent to you at the start of the second semester. Second semester study material will also only be available on myUnisa at the start of the second semester.
If you have been unsuccessful with your application for Jan 2026 you can carry forward your application to Jul 2026/Jan 2026 by downloading and submitting a ‘Change of Mind/Extending Your Application Request’ form & paying a COM fee of R100 by 31 Mar.
Application fee (Not refundable)
| APPLICATION FEE | To start studies in January 2026 |
To start studies in July 2026 |
To start studies in July 2026 |
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| Date | SA Citizens | Intl. applicants | Date | SA Citizens | Intl. applicants | Date | SA Citizens | Intl. applicants | |
| If form and fee reach us on or before | 31 Oct 2026 | R 220.00 | R 275.00 | 31 May 2026 | R 200.00 | R 250.00 | 31 May | R 220.00 | R 275.00 |
| If form and fee reach us on or after | 01 Nov 2026 | R 440.00 | R 550.00 | 01 June 2026 | R 400.00 | R 500.00 | 01 June | R 440.00 | R 550.00 |
| APPLICANTS WITH TVET PROGRAMME CHOICES ONLY DO NOT INCUR A LATE APPLICATION FEE |
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| Any request to add, change or renumber programme choices will incur a “change of Mind” Fee of R 110.00 | |||||||||
If we do not receive payment, your application information will not be made available to the institution/s.
If your payment is not honoured, bank and administration charges will be passed on to you.
All monies must be paid in South African Rands (ZAR).
International applicant should ensure that the amount paid covers bank charges.
International cheques are acceptable only if drawn on a South African clearing bank.
People who are citizens of other countries (e.g. Lesotho) must pay the international fee if they do not already have permanent residence in South Africa or refugee or asylum seeker status recognised by the Department of Home Affairs.
MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
• Students who register for this qualification should have any of the following:
• Access to this qualification is National Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification at exit level 4
• Grade 12 Certificate or National Senior Certificate with the appropriate selection of subjects including:
o English
o Mathematic / Mathematical Literacy
o Life Science / Biology
LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE
The following is a recommendation:
• Communication (English) level 4 or 3
• Mathematics / Mathematical literacy level 4 or 3
• Life Sciences level/Biology Level 4 or3
DURATION OF THE COURSE:
The duration of the programme is 1 (one ) academic year of at least 44 weeks full time study.
The course consists of theory and practical work.
Medium of tuition is in English
COURSE OF STUDY:
All theory is offered at the Academy:
• Nursing History and Ethics
• Basic Nursing Care
• Elementary Nutrition
• First Aid
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Introduction to Comprehensive Health Care
Theoretical examinations are conducted by the South African Nursing Council at the end of each study year. Practical examinations (clinical) are conducted by Future Nurses Nursing School at the end of the year.
Successful learners can register at the South African Nursing Council as an Auxiliary Nurse.
OTHER EXPENSES:
Fees include the following:
• SANC fees access (Registration and final examination)
• Democratic Nursing Organization of South Africa (DENOSA ) membership fee
• Practical tool ( Medical kit )
• Auxiliary prescribed books
Fees does not include the following
• Study Guides
• Own transport to facilities
• Achievers ceremony fees
ADMISSION DATES
Two intakes per year: January and June
2026/2027 South Cape TVET College Online Application Form is available for download. Check the links below for the latest version of the application form pdf
How To Apply
Do you want to apply to South Cape TVET College? These are all the documents that you would need!