Understanding Your Matric Pass Level

To help you understand your eligibility, here is a quick guide to the National Senior Certificate (NSC) pass levels. This programme requires a Diploma Pass.

Selection Process & Progression

• Strict APS Requirement: Only candidates with an AP-score of 27 and higher will be eligible for selection.
• TVET/NCV Applicants: Students with Business and Office Management related subjects are eligible, provided they meet the 27-point APS threshold and achieve a minimum of 50% in Communication. Selection is subject to Senate-approved requirements.
• Study Mode: This learning programme is presented on a full-time basis only.
• Curriculum Structure: In addition to compulsory offerings, at least one optional instructional offering must be taken up to Level II, ensuring a total of at least 17 instructional offerings constitute the Diploma.
• Work-Integrated Learning (WIL): The candidate is expected to gain three months’ practical experience at an approved institution during the third year of study.
• Progression: The student may only follow the second- or third-year level of study on condition that the first- or second-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.
• Graduation Requirements: Successful completion of this qualification requires the successful completion of the Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme (LCS5011 and LCS5012) and Personal Information Management (PIM5011 or PIM5012).

Need the Full Programme Details? Consult the Student Calendar

We know that choosing your future is a big step! While this page gives you the key highlights, the official CUT Student Calendar is your complete, authoritative guide. We highly recommend reviewing it to see full details on this programme, including admission criteria, complete module structures, assessment rules, and what to expect during your studies.