Editor LauraOne of the best ways to get a degree and start your career is to enroll in college. There are many different types of courses that you can study at college, from business management to IT.
To help you get started, we have compiled a list of some of the top colleges in Pretoria that are currently open for registration.
Colleges In Pretoria That Are Open For Registration
1. Damelin
Damelin is a private tertiary institution offering a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, diplomas and certificates. It also runs one of the largest private Tertiary Institutions in South Africa.
Damelin has over 20 000 students at its campuses across the country and offers more than 100 qualifications in various fields including accounting & finance; business management; computer hardware & software applications; design & media studies; engineering technology; health sciences; tourism studies among others.
2. Varsity College
Varsity College is a private tertiary educational institution based in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa.
It was established by the Varsity Group of companies in 2002 and offers a range of qualifications including academic certificates, industry certifications and professional qualifications.
3. National Institute of Higher Education(NIHE)
National Institute of Higher Education (NIHE) is a private university with campuses in Pretoria, Johannesburg and Cape Town. NIHE offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as diplomas and short courses.
With over 20 000 students from more than 130 countries across their campuses, NIHE offers an international student experience like no other.
4. Boston City College
Boston City College is a public college that was founded in 1999. The college has campuses in Pretoria and Johannesburg, as well as other locations across South Africa.
Boston City College offers courses in the following fields:
- Business, Management & Marketing
- Hospitality & Tourism Management
- Accounting (Accounting) – Associate Degree
5. Intec College
Intec College is a private higher education institution, with campuses in Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town and Port Elizabeth.
The college offers a wide range of academic programmes, including diplomas and certificates. Intec College is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
6. Tshwane Comp Training Centre
Registration is open for Tshwane Comp Training Centre.
Registering for Tshwane Comp Training Centre will cost you R100.
7. Rosebank College
Rosebank College is a private tertiary institution in Rosebank, Johannesburg, South Africa. It offers courses in Business, Information Technology, Engineering and Health Sciences.
Rosebank College was established on 26 June 2002 as a Public Benefit Organization (PBO). The college opened its doors to students on 18 October 2003 with an initial intake of 133 students out of which 117 graduated at the end of 2005 with a National Diploma (ND) qualification from the Council for Higher Education (CHE).
In 2006 it had over 1 000 registered students and by 2007 this increased further to 2 000+ fulltime equivalent students.
In 2012 Rosebank College was granted accreditation status by the Council on Higher Education through its Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) effective 1 February 2012 until 31 January 2022 with just one year left for re-accreditation as per QAA guidelines.
8. The ICEP School of Business and IT
The ICEP School of Business and IT is a private, for-profit college with campuses in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth and Durban. The college offers courses in business, accounting, marketing, management, information technology and hospitality.
9. Stenden South Africa Hotel School and Campus
Stenden South Africa Hotel School and Campus offers courses in hospitality and tourism. The College is located in Pretoria, which is the administrative centre of Gauteng Province in South Africa.
Registration for colleges take place at different times.
Registration for colleges take place at different times. Some colleges are open for registration all year round and some colleges are open for registration at specific times of the year. Some colleges are also only open on specific days of the week, so it is important to do your research before applying to a college.
It is important to note that many students never make it into the university they applied for due to insufficient points and this can be very frustrating if you have worked hard on your application with no success.
Conclusion
College is a great opportunity for you to learn new things and broaden your horizons. Make sure that you are well prepared for the process of registration, so that you can start your education as soon as possible!