Bachelor of Arts in Contemporary Art at Cape Town Creative Academy

Programme overview

SAQA ID 97970, NQF Level 7. Prepares students to develop a distinctive artistic practice grounded in theory, critical thinking and contemporary discourse through studio-based learning and curatorial exploration.

Study mode: full-time | Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Three subjects: studio practice, collaborative practice and technical development.

Career pathways

Practising artist, curator, gallerist, art critic/writer, art educator, museum professional, illustrator/designer, art director.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 22. National Senior Certificate with an APS of at least 22 (degree entry requires matriculation exemption); English in matric (first or second language) with a minimum of 50%; selection-based with a portfolio of five art or design projects. Applicants over 23 without exemption may apply via RPL.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 167,100 a year (2027). First-year total fees for South African and SADC citizens, including registration costs (R10 000 tuition fee deposit, R5 000 software licence, materials levy); full 120-credit load. Upfront settlement discounts of 5-9% available; monthly instalments Feb-N Source

International applicants: ZAR 187,100 a year (2027). First-year total fees for international students, including registration costs (software licence, materials levy) and the R20 000 Year 1 international levy for students outside SADC; full 120-credit load. Upfront settlement discounts of 5-9% available. Source

Classes start in February; tuition instalments run February to November.

The application fee is R1000 and non-refundable; applying and registering within 30 days of application by 31 October qualifies for the early bird discount. Admission is selection-based and requires a portfolio, an NSC with an APS of at least 22, and English at 50% minimum.

Apply through the official page: https://ctca.ac.za/applications/

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