Diploma in Policing at Vaal University of Technology

Programme overview

Diploma in Policing is offered in the Faculty of Human Sciences at Vaal University of Technology. Its minimum admission requirements are published on the faculty programme page.

Faculty: Faculty of Human Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, South Africa

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 20. NSC with diploma endorsement: English 4, other language 3, Mathematics/Technical Mathematics 3 or Mathematical Literacy 4; total 20 (Mathematics/Technical Mathematics) or 21 (Mathematical Literacy), excluding LO. Age exemption: applicants of mature age (23 with grade 12) who do not meet entry requirements must submit proof of permanent employment in a related field. Matric certificate must indicate admission to Diploma.

ZAR 20,966 a year (2026). Estimated tuition per annum for a normal full-time academic load; guideline only, actual fees vary with modules taken. Excludes residence, registration fee and sundry services. Source

The application fee for the 2027 academic year is R110 for all applicants, paid online on the application portal before the application can be submitted. The 2026 fee guide lists R110 for South African citizens and R120 for international applicants, plus an international levy of R1 600.

Opening dates for programmes from advanced diploma to PhD will be communicated in due course, with closing dates communicated during the year.

Apply through the official page: https://vut.ac.za/how-to-apply/

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