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Higher Education in South Africa
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Department Of Higher Education And Training Dhet
Historical Overview: The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) was established in 2009 when the former Department of Education was divided into two sections: Basic Education and Higher Education and Training. DHET Mandate: The mandate of the new Department included aspects of skills development which had previously resided in the Department of Labour. The new Department was specifically established to focus on post-school education and training holistically and has extended its scope of operations extensively. DHET Vision: Leading Post-School Education and Training for growth. DHET Mission: To provide national strategic leadership in support of the Post-School Education and Training system for improved quality of life of South Africans. DHET Values: The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) is committed to- Integrity- Accountability- Committed- Responsiveness- Proactive behaviour- Continuous learning- Rationality- Team work- Emotional intelligence. DHET Leadership: Dr Bonginkosi Emmanuel "Blade" Nzimande was appointed as the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation in the Republic of South Africa on 30 May 2019.
10001+ staff
University Of Cape Town
UCT is one of the leading higher education institutions on the African continent and has a tradition of academic excellence that is respected worldwide. Situated on spectacular Devil’s Peak, it is Africa’s oldest and foremost university. Three worldwide rankings have placed UCT among the world’s top 200 institutions, the only African university to have achieved this distinction. UCT is research-led; the premier academic meeting point between South Africa, the continent and the world, and committed to addressing the key issues of our natural world. Taking advantage of expanding global networks and UCT’s distinct vantage point in Africa, the university is committed, through innovative research and scholarship, to grapple with the key issues of our natural and social worlds. UCT aims to produce graduates whose qualifications are internationally recognised and locally applicable, underpinned by values of engaged citizenship and social justice. UCT will promote diversity and transformation within our institution and beyond, including growing the next generation of academics. Follow us on Twitter (@UCT_news) and Facebook (University of Cape Town).
1001 to 5000 staff
Rhodes University
Welcome to Rhodes University, an institution with a well-established reputation for academic excellence. Located in Makhanda (Grahamstown) in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, Rhodes Universityis a small university which enjoys the distinction of having among the best undergraduate pass and graduation rates in South Africa, outstanding postgraduate success rates, and the best research output per academic staff member. This is testimony to the quality of students that Rhodes attracts and of academic provision, and to the commitment of Rhodes staff to student development and success. Students are able to undertake an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in the faculties of Humanities, Science, Commerce, Pharmacy, Law and Education. With the most favourable academic staff to student ratio among South African universities, Rhodes students are guaranteed easy access to academics and close supervision. The University takes pride in its motto, Where Leaders Learn, and producing graduates who are knowledgeable intellectuals, skilled professionals, and critical, caring and compassionate citizens who can contribute to economic and social development and an equitable, just and democratic society. Education at Rhodes is a partnership between students, academics, administrators and support staff of mutual commitment to the pursuit of knowledge and understanding of our natural and social worlds. Research, teaching and community engagement seek to be alive to the social and economic challenges of the local, national, African and international contexts.
1001 to 5000 staff
University Of The Free State
The University of the Free State (UFS) is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in South Africa. It opened its doors in 1904 on the Bloemfontein Campus with a mere six students in the Humanities. Since then, our institution has grown to more than 34 127 students, spread across seven faculties over three campuses.
1001 to 5000 staff
University Of The Witwatersrand
Wits is strategically located in Johannesburg, a world class city, with countless opportunities for students and staff to engage with and present solutions that will contribute to our country's knowledge-base and build our future. With more than 200 graduates in its 98-year history, Wits has and will continue to make its mark nationally and internationally. Wits scholars excel globally in areas of research that directly affect society and the future of our planet, including climate change, energy, technology and health. Wits has been ranked in the 201 – 250 band in the Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings 2021. We are also ranked as the best university in Africa in the 2020 Academic Ranking of World Universities where it has been placed in the 200 – 300 band.
1001 to 5000 staff
Fpd
The vision of the Foundation for Professional Development (FPD) is to build a better society through education and development. We pride ourselves on being one of the few private higher educational institutions that fully engages in the three areas of higher educational scholarship – teaching and learning, research, and community engagement. These areas of scholarship provide the three focus areas of our work: • Teaching and Learning – FPD provides a comprehensive curriculum of courses in management and professional skills development that are customised to the needs of managers and professionals. Educational products are presented through formal postgraduate qualifications, short courses, in-house courses and conferences. • Research – FPD’s research priorities focus on promoting operational research, clinical research and research on educational practice. • Community engagement – This is a critical component of our work and targets areas such as: the development of grassroots NGOs, AIDS and TB treatment and care, recruitment and placement of highly skilled professionals in the public sector and civil society and developing institutional capacity within the public sector, utilizing a public-private-initiative model.
201 to 500 staff
Cape Peninsula University Of Technology
The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is at the heart of technology education and innovation in Africa. An internationally acclaimed institution, it is the only university of technology in the Western Cape and is the largest university in the region with an enrollment of more than 33 students. The university has six faculties offering a wide range of accredited undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the fields of Applied Sciences, Business, Education and Social Sciences, Engineering, Informatics and Design as well as Health and Wellness Sciences.
5001 to 10000 staff
Cornerstone Institute
Cornerstone is an independent, not-for-profit higher education institution engaged in teaching and learning in service of others, to advance human dignity and social justice for all. CONTACT DETAILS: Telephone:+27 (0)21 448 0050 Email: helpdesk@cornerstone.ac.za Website: https://cornerstone.ac.za Physical Address: Cedar St, Sandown Rd, Milnerton Rural, Cape Town, 7441 Registered as Cornerstone Institute (RF) NPC with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997. Registration Certificate No.2001/HE08/006
51 to 200 staff
Cti Education Group
The official Page for all 12 CTI campuses: a CTI qualification could be all you need to start the life you've always wanted.
501 to 1000 staff
Eastcape Midlands Tvet College
Eastcape Midlands TVET College has nine campuses: five in Uitenhage, where its administrative head office is located, one in Graaff-Reinet, one in Port Elizabeth (Heath Park), and another in Grahamstown. In Uitenhage, High Street campus and Thanduxolo Campus offers Business Studies programmes while Park Avenue campus focuses on Electrical Engineering and Information Technology and Computer Science. Charles Goodyear campus focuses on mechanical engineering and skills training. Brickfields Road Campus offered learnerships, apprencticeships and skills development programmes.
501 to 1000 staff
Iie Msa
IIE MSA is a brand of The Independent Institution of Education (The IIE), ADvTECH’s Higher Education subsidiary and a leader in the higher education sphere. The IIE is internationally accredited by the British Accreditation Council. At IIE MSA you can study IIE undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and qualifications, in a variety of study areas; Higher Certificates, Bachelor Degrees, Honours Degrees; Postgraduate Diplomas and Master Degrees. The curricula are collaboratively designed by academic and industry experts. Our approach to learning combines technology and traditional learning methods with quality programmes, giving students everything, they need to thrive in the real world. To learn more, visit
201 to 500 staff
Mangosuthu University Of Technology
Higher Educational Institution - MUT is one of the six universities of technology in the Republic of South Africa. Located at Umlazi Township, MUT is named after the founder Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi, who upon realising that under Apartheid in 1974, there was no technology institution in KwaZulu-Natal. In 1979 Mangosuthu Univeristy of Technology opened its doors to its first fifteen students. We were established against a backdrop of transforming the lives of the disenfranchised, and today that very same thread of ‘transforming’ is still the cornerstone of where we would like to be. This has been added to our vision of ‘transforming, equitable, sustainable, academically excellent and anchored in our communities’. MUT has three faculties: Engineering, Management Sciences and Natural Sciences. MUT has a total population of 14,500 students with a gender parity of 50/50. The campus accommodates close to 90% of the student population and the balance sits across 43 outsourced residences. International students are accommodated in a dedicated residence, named the Executive Hotel. The MUT Strategy 2025 has given MUT greater impetus to revitalise Umlazi Township through an anchor strategy. This anchor strategy will strengthen a systematic approach towards empowering Umlazi Township with relevant stakeholders. As a University of Technology, MUT has a competitive advantage of a formalized Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programme which enables students to experience the world of work, which is mandatory for them to complete before they can graduate with a qualification. Contact MUT: 031 907 | Email: info@mut.ac.za
501 to 1000 staff
Milpark Education
Since its establishment in 1997, Milpark Education’s mission has been to equip its students with the knowledge and skills to lead and excel in a changing world. Milpark Education offers accredited higher education programmes through four schools: the Business School, the School of Professional Accounting (incorporating CA Connect), the School of Commerce, and the School of Financial Services. At Milpark, you’re not just a student, you’re shaping the future of business. Whether you’ve just matriculated or are looking to boost your career prospects, our flexible programmes can unlock your potential. Don’t just study. Learn, transform, and achieve your success.
51 to 200 staff
Sants Private Higher Education Institution
SANTS Private Higher Education Institution is celebrating 26 years in education. The South African National Tutor Services (SANTS) was established on 17 November 1997 as a private national education and training provider with an aspiration to develop teachers who can teach and make a difference in classrooms. Over the past 25 years, SANTS has presented various programmes and qualifications to more than 40 educators in the education sector. SANTS began its operations as a relatively small-scale organisation, offering expertise to the newly reorganised provincial education departments. Over the next few years, we presented several in-service training programmes in collaboration with these departments. By 2001, with an impressive track record and increasing demand for our services, SANTS grew and diversified as a Further Education and Training service provider, focusing on Early Childhood Development and Continuing Teacher Development programmes. In 2012, SANTS Private Higher Education Institution was registered at the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), focusing on Initial Teacher Education (ITE) programmes, offering a Diploma in Grade R Teaching, a Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase and a Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase. The programmes are approved and recognised by the DHET and accredited by the Council on Higher Education (CHE). The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) registered the programmes on the respective National Qualifications Framework (NQF). SANTS Private Higher Education Institution (Pty) Ltd. is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) until 31 December 2026 as a Private Higher Education Institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997; Registration No. 2012/ HE07/ 003.
201 to 500 staff
Stellenbosch University
About Stellenbosch University Stellenbosch University is recognised as one of the four top research universities in South Africa. It takes pride in the fact that it has one of the country’s highest proportions of postgraduate students of which almost ten percent are international students. The University lies in the picturesque Jonkershoek Valley in the heart of the Western Cape Winelands. The University has ten faculties, of which eight – AgriSciences, Arts and Social Sciences, Education, Engineering, Law, Science, Theology and the larger part of Economic and Management Sciences - are located on the main campus in Stellenbosch with the Faculty of Health Sciences situated on the Tygerberg campus and the Faculty of Military Science in Saldanha. The University's Business School is situated at the Bellville Park campus. The campuses of Stellenbosch University make up a vibrant melting pot of different cultures and various student organisations can be found on the four campuses. They cater for a wide range of interests such as culture, politics, religions, spiritual concern and relaxation. There are also a number of well-know and established student activities, such as RAG that add to the unique experience of being a Matie, as a student of Stellenbosch is affectionately known. Web site: For prospective students: For alumni: http://alumni.sun.ac.za For careers:
1001 to 5000 staff
University Of Fort Hare
The University of Fort Hare is in the Eastern Cape and has 3 campuses in Alice (Main), East London and Bisho. It is an academic institution offering degrees - Bachelors, Honours, Masters and PhDs. It is famous for having many of Africa's academics, politicians and business people as its students.
1001 to 5000 staff
University Of The Western Cape
The University of the Western Cape is a national university, alert to its African and international context as it strives to be a place of quality, a place to grow. It is committed to excellence in teaching, learning and research, to nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and to responding in critical and creative ways to the needs of a society in transition.
1001 to 5000 staff
University Of Venda
The University of Venda (UNIVEN) is a dynamic institution in South Africa’s Limpopo Province, empowering students through transformative, problem-oriented education. As the only university in the Vhembe District, home to nearly 2 million people, UNIVEN plays a vital role in shaping the region’s future through accessible, high-quality education and community impact. Since its establishment in 1982, UNIVEN has grown into a nationally recognised institution, known for its inclusive, project-based approach to learning. With an academic staff drawn from across Africa and beyond, our diverse campus community fosters innovation, resilience and collaboration. UNIVEN is committed to producing graduates who are not only academically excellent but also socially responsive, contributing to South Africa’s development and addressing real-world challenges. Follow our page for updates on programmes, research, and opportunities that drive change across the continent.
1001 to 5000 staff
Vega School
Vega is a specialist school of Emeris. Official LinkedIn account of Vega. design.brand.business doctorate.master’s.honours degrees.diplomas.certificates #forthecreators Vega’s teaching philosophy is built on the mantra of wisdomwithmagic, creating an academic environment that is based on experiential learning where creatives are trained in strategy and strategists in design-thinking. As South Africa’s only brand focused school, Vega aims to inspire a new breed of thinkers with the expertise to generate meaningful brand ideas that link business profit to adding value to people’s lives. The IIE Vega students graduate at a work-ready level, with 95%* of 2016 graduates employed within 6 months of completing their qualification. Vega was also ranked first in the national Loerie Awards Top Educational Institutions in 2017, maintaining its reputation as a leader in the South African higher education arena. Students can enrol for IIE undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, diplomas, higher certificates and short courses in design, brand communication and brand management, at The IIE Vega campuses across South Africa. These are available to study on a full-time or part-time basis both on campuses nationwide and online. Johannesburg:+27 (0)11-521-4600 Cape Town:+27 (0)21-461 8089 Durban:+27 (0)31-569 1415 Pretoria:+27 (0)12 343 3669
201 to 500 staff
Belgium Campus
Established in the Belgium Campus is a Belgian operated private, non-profit higher education institution with international orientation and a Christian background. It nestles in a safe and green rustic environment in Heatherdale, Akasia - Pretoria. Registered at the DHET as a Private Higher Education Institution (Higher Education Act 1997 / Certificate: 2003/HE08/001)
11 to 50 staff
Eduvos
Eduvos is an award-winning private higher education institution, proudly shaping potential, student by student, towards Africa’s prosperity. With 12 campuses across South Africa and a diverse student body exceeding from 50 nationalities, Eduvos boasts a rich educational legacy dating back to 1979. Offering over 20 accredited qualifications, internationally recognised across five faculties: Applied Science, Commerce, Humanities, Information Technology, and Law. These qualifications include bachelor’s degrees, higher certificates, honours degrees, postgraduate diplomas, short learning programmes, online short courses, and access and pre-degree foundation programmes. Our flexible modes of learning; on-campus, online, and distance are designed to fit any lifestyle, from matriculants to working professionals. Paired with work-integrated learning, our future-focused curriculum ensures real-world industry experience. Voted South Africa’s best private higher education provider by PMR.africa for two consecutive years, Eduvos is committed to empowering students, known as Vossies, to graduate and thrive in their dream careers. Your future starts here. Discover limitless learning at Eduvos.
1001 to 5000 staff
Glenwood High School
Glenwood is the premier boys school in Durban. The school has a focus on strong academics, excellent sport and varied cultural activities.
51 to 200 staff
It Varsity
Welcome to our esteemed online Technology Academy! Our primary goal is to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the digital age. Whether you're an aspiring developer, a budding data scientist, or someone eager to dive into the realm of cybersecurity, our academy provides an accredited platform tailored to your aspirations. In today's world, technology permeates every facet of our lives. It has transformed how we communicate, work, and even think. The demand for skilled professionals in the technology sector continues to surge, creating a wealth of opportunities for those with the right expertise. However, gaining proficiency in these fields requires accessible and comprehensive educational resources. Our online academy is designed with this in mind - to offer flexible learning opportunities that can be pursued from anywhere, at any time. We understand the constraints of modern life, where schedules can be demanding, and commitments vary. Hence, our courses are structured to accommodate your busy lifestyle, allowing you to set your pace and tailor your learning experience. One of the fundamental pillars of our academy is a firm belief in social impact and responsibility. We recognize the importance of using technology for the greater good and promoting positive change within communities. In alignment with this principle, we strive to foster a sense of responsibility and awareness among our students. Our curriculum not only emphasizes technical skills but also encourages students to consider the ethical implications of their work. We explore how technology can address societal challenges, from bridging the digital divide to promoting inclusivity and accessibility. By instilling a sense of social consciousness in our learners, we aim to contribute to a tech-savvy workforce that values ethics and societal well-being. In addition to our educational offerings, we actively engage with various charitable organizations and initiatives.
1 to 10 staff
Johannesburg Business School Jbs
Developing future-fit leaders who champion #DigitalTransformation to open a digital world of opportunities. The Johannesburg Business School (JBS) is "In The Business Of Re-Imagining Your Future". JBS is the business school of the University of Johannesburg (UJ).
5001 to 10000 staff
