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Advanced Diploma in Technical and Vocational Teaching at Walter Sisulu University

Walter Sisulu University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Advanced Diploma in Technical and Vocational Teaching (W62020) is a one-year, 120-credit NQF Level 7 professional initial teacher qualification for people who already hold an appropriate diploma or degree and want to enter or advance in the TVET sector. It serves as a capping qualification that builds pedagogical knowledge, practical teaching skills and professional competencies for vocational and occupational education.

Faculty: Faculty of Education  |  Department: Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology  |  Duration: 1 year (120 credits, NQF Level 7)  |  Location: Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

What you will study

The programme covers quality teaching, curriculum implementation, learner support and workplace-based learning for TVET.

Career pathways

TVET college lecturer; skills development facilitator; workplace learning coordinator; training centre instructor; senior lecturer; curriculum developer; head of department; campus manager; education policy advisor; academic manager in TVET.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The minimum admission requirement is an appropriate 360-credit qualification at Exit Level 6 of the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), such as: • An undergraduate diploma (including College Diploma N6), or • A Bachelor's degree at NQF Level 7 The qualification must include adequate disciplinary learning in cognate academic fields at the exit level of the prior qualification. The prior qualification must be linked to a teaching specialisation relevant to the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) context. Where disciplinary subject knowledge is insufficient, additional learning courses may be required before the qualification can be awarded.

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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