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Postgraduate Diploma in Language Practice at Central University of Technology, Free State

Central University of Technology, Free State, South Africa

Programme overview

Graduates of the Postgraduate Diploma in Language Practice possess advanced linguistic, translational, and strategic communication skills. This qualification prepares professionals to operate at the highest levels of the language industry, media, and corporate sectors.

Faculty: Humanities  |  Department: Communication Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year (full-time)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Career pathways

Career pathways listed by the programme page include Advanced Translation & Localisation; Media, Publishing & Strategic Communication; Research & Language Policy; Academic & Professional Development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum Prior Qualification: An Advanced Diploma in Language Practice, a Bachelor’s degree in Language Practice/Communication, or a B.Tech evaluated at NQF Level 7 (360 credits, or 120 credits for a B.Tech) in a related field of study. Required Academic Performance & Prerequisites: A minimum of 60% must be obtained in the prior NQF Level 7 qualification. Completed Prerequisites: Advanced Language and Translation Studies IV, Introduction to Research Methods, Creative Writing I, Culture and Media I, and ONE of the following: English IV, Afrikaans IV, Sesotho IV, isiXhosa IV, Setswana IV, French IV, or German IV. Selection Process & Additional Requirements: Selection Process: Due to a limited number of students that can be accommodated in this programme, achieving the compulsory minimum average of 60% at the Advanced Diploma or degree level is strictly required for selection. Duration & Award: After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Diploma in Language Practice will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Applications for the 2027 academic year opened in April 2026 and closed on 30 September 2026 for undergraduate, advanced diploma, honours and structured master's programmes; no late or walk-in applications are accepted.

There is no application fee and no residence application fee; applications are made through the online portal.

Apply through the official page: https://www.cut.ac.za/application-process

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