Higher Certificate in Information Technology in Computer Systems and Networking at Academic Institute of Excellence (Pty) Ltd

Programme overview

The Higher Certificate in Information Technology in Computer Systems and Networking (NQF5) provides students with a solid foundation in the skills required to install, configure, secure, and maintain computer systems and networks. The programme combines computer skills, mathematics for IT, and computer systems fundamentals with specialised modules in operating systems, networking, cloud computing, virtualization, and systems administration.

Faculty: School of Information Technology & Data Science | Duration: 1 Years, 120 Credits / Minimum 1 Years, maximum 2 Years, 120 Credits | Study mode: blended | Intake: February 2027 (start date 15 Feb 2027) | Location: Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Year 1 modules include Computer Systems & Operating Environments, Cloud Platforms, Databases & Application Development, Digital Productivity & Office Applications, Professional Business Communication, Mathematics for Information Technology, Computer Systems, Basic and Advanced Networking, Computer Network Security.

Career pathways

1. Entry-Level Roles (0–2 years experience) IT Support Technician / Helpdesk Analyst – Provide technical assistance to end-users, troubleshoot hardware, software, and networking issues. Computer Hardware Technician – Assemble, configure, and maintain computer systems

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Application information

Entry requirements

National Senior Certificate, NQF Level 4 granting access to Higher Certificate studies, OR National Certificate (Vocational), NQF Level 4, granting access to Higher Certificate studies, OR Relevant qualification, NQF Level 4 in a cognate field of study OR Foundation Programme (Information Technology), OR Recognition of prior learning through an RPL process

Applications for the 2027 academic year are open; applicants apply with their latest Grade 12 term results or final Grade 11 results and a copy of their South African ID.

Apply through the official page: https://applications.myaie.ac/

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