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Advanced Diploma Technical and Vocational Teaching (TVET) at University of KwaZulu-Natal

University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Programme overview

The Advanced Diploma in Technical and Vocational Teaching is both an initial and an in-service TVET lecturer qualification, designed to prepare effective lecturers who engage critically with TVET in its broader social context in Africa.

Faculty: College of Humanities  |  Department: School of Education  |  Intake: Closing dates: 30 September (Semester 1), 30 April (Semester 2)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

A curriculum responsive to the historical and contemporary realities of the South African sector, including relevant policy frameworks.

Career pathways

TVET lecturer

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Application information

Entry requirements

Postgraduate Diploma level (NQF 8) admission rules: an appropriate Bachelor's degree, admission to its status under Rule GR7(a), or a level of competence recognised under Rule GR7(b); the School may prescribe further criteria, and some Schools accept an Advanced Diploma if HEQF requirements are met.

Requirements published at program group level.

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.

Postgraduate diplomas and certificates: Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 intakes.

Applications for the 2027 academic year are open. UKZN application fees: South African applicants R210 on time and R420 late; SADC and rest of Africa R490; outside Africa $153. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid with reference APPN followed by the student number.

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