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Advanced Diploma in ICT in Communication Networks at Walter Sisulu University

Walter Sisulu University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Advanced Diploma in ICT in Communication Networks gives advanced knowledge and skills for careers in communication networks and provides a network certification path, meeting public and private sector demand for specialised ICT skills. It includes a mini-dissertation and articulates to NQF Level 8 qualifications.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology  |  Department: Department of Network and Information Technology  |  Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Modules include Projects IV (mini dissertation), Research Methodology IV, Communication Networks IV, Functional Management IV, Computer Security IV, Operating Systems IV and Network Project Management IV.

Career pathways

Network engineering and maintenance, network security and ICT management roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

NQF Level 6 qualification with 360 credits in Information and Communication Technology majoring in Communication Networks or in a cognate discipline with an achievement of not less than 60% for the majors. Any applicant who has not achieved the required 60% but has acquired two years of relevant experience may be considered for admission to this qualification. Graduate Attributes Graduate Attributes Graduate Attribute 1: · Demonstrate competency in applied research using appropriate research methodologies in the ICT environment. Graduate Attribute 2: · Demonstrate competencies to manage ICT to provide organizations with strategically increasing productivity and quality of service. Graduate Attribute 3: · Apply project management techniques to communication network environments.

Applications for the 2027 academic year open on 1 June 2026. International applications close on 30 September 2026 and general applications close on 31 October 2026. The application fee is R100 (non-refundable); applications are made online only.

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