Coastal College application, useful documents, courses and fees

Coastal College is a renowned TVET college in South Africa, established after Durban Technical College, Swinton Road Technical College, and the Umlazi Technical College merged. If you need an institution that will give you valuable skills, find out what is required to get into Coastal KZN TVET College.

Key takeaways

• Coastal College was created after the merger of Durban Technical College, Umlazi Technical College, and Swinton Road Technical College.
• The college is a perfect institution for acquiring competitive skills.
• The college has eight well-developed campuses spread throughout KwaZulu Natal, and its mission is to provide quality pioneering education.

Coastal College: Application, useful documents, courses, & fees

Coastal KZN TVET College focuses on the uplifting of the community. Those intending to register for National Certificate (Vocational) courses should submit their applications before stipulated deadlines whenever the school opens the application process.

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Coastal College courses

The courses offered by Coastal College are listed below.

National Certificate Vocational (NCV) courses

The primary NVC requirement is a pass in Grade 9 or equivalent qualification. Below is a list of all National Certificate Vocational (NCV) courses offered by Coastal College.

Business Studies

• NCV: Finance, Economics and Accounting
• NCV: Marketing
• NCV: Management
• NCV: Office Administration
• NCV: Information Technology and Computer Science

Engineering Studies

• NCV: Civil Engineering & Building Construction (Masonry/Plumbing/Carpentry)
• NCV: Electrical Infrastructure Construction
• NCV: Engineering and Related Design (Automotive/Fabrication/Fitter and Turner)

General Studies

• NCV: Education and Development
• NCV: Hospitality
• NCV: Primary Agriculture
• NCV: Tourism

NATED programmes

The NATED programmes offered by this college are quality-assured by Umalusi. They include the following:

Business Studies N4 - N6

• Nated: Financial Management
• Nated: Farming Management
• Nated: Management Assistant
• Nated: Marketing Management
• Nated: Public Management
• Nated: Tourism

Engineering Studies N1 - N6

• Nated: Civil Engineering
• Nated: Electrical Engineering
• Nated: Mechanical Engineering
• Nated: Multi Disciplinary Drawing Office Practice / Draughting

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Skills training

The skills training courses offered by this tertiary institution are:

• Cabinet Making
• Carpentry
• Welding / Boilermaking
• Fitting & Machining
• Electronics
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Bricklaying
• Motor Mechanics
• IC3
• Hairdressing (Occupational Certificate)

NB: The college also offers learnership programmes.

Coastal TVET College application for 2026

The Coastal TVET College application portal for 2026 is likely to open soon. Prospective students are encouraged to visit the Coastal TVET College website for more details.

Coastal College application process

Here is how to apply to Coastal College online:

• Visit the Coastal College's website.
• Click Home.
• Under Notice Board, click Application for New Student.
• You will be redirected to the Coastal College student portal. Keep your Coastal College student portal login safe as you will need them to access the portal.
• Fill out the Personal Information section, including email.
• Fill out the online application form.
• Upload required documents. They should be scanned documents.
• Click Submit.

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Documents required

The documents required for the application process are listed below.

• A valid personal email address.
• Your latest school results, e.g. School Leaving results, Grade 11, or Grade 12 results.
• A valid SA ID number or passport number.
• A valid cell phone number.

Coastal College status check

Use your Coastal College login details to access your account on the student portal. Once you are logged in, you will view the status of your application.

Coastal College's registration qualifications

Students can gain admission into Coastal College's courses have these academic qualifications:

NCV courses

• You must have a pass in Grade 9 or equivalent qualification to gain admission.
• Students enrolling for NCV Level 2 Business and General Studies must have completed and passed Grade 10-11; and Grade 12 with Mathematics for the Information & Technology, Finance, Economics & Accounting programs.
• NCV Level 2 Engineering Studies applicants must have completed and passed a minimum of Grade 10-11 Mathematics (not Mathematical Literacy).
• Those seeking enrolment for NCV Level 2 Electrical Construction must pass a Colour competency test.

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Progression criteria

• Students enrolling for NCV Level 3 must have already passed a minimum of 5 NCV Level 2 subjects.
• Students enrolling for NCV Level 4 must have passed all 7 Level 2 subjects and attained a minimum of 5 NCV Level 3 subjects.

NATED (Report 191) programmes

• Engineering Studies students must have N3 or Grade 12 with Maths and Physical Science as a passed subject
• Business Studies students must have N3 or Grade 12 results

Coastal College fees

The fees at Coastal College depend on the course and level of learning. Every student must complete the tuition fee before the final examination and a student who does not pay in full signs an acknowledgement of debt.

Contact details

You can reach out to Coastal KZN TVET College's campuses and training centres using the following contact details:

Central Administration Office

• Location: 50051 Mfundi Mngadi Dr, KwaMakhutha
• Phone: +27 31 905 7000/1

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Appelsbosch Campus

• Location: 1621 Appelsbosch Hospital Road, Ozwatini
• Phone: +27 31 905 7000/1,

Durban Campus

• Location: 1 Jameson Crescent, Umbilo
• Phone: +27 31 206 0616/7/8

As-salaam Satellite Campus

• Location: Road D691 off Ixopo Main Road, Braemer
• Phone: +27 31 003 3470

Swinton Campus

• Location: 20 Swinton Road, Mobeni
• Phone: +27 31 462 2333

Coastal College UMlazi-BB Campus

• Location: BB1258 Nandi Road, Umlazi
• Phone: +27 31 909 3800/3811

UMbumbulu Campus

• Location: 50051 Mfundi Mngadi Dr, KwaMakhutha
• Phone: +27 31 905 7200

UMlazi-V Campus

• Location: 200 Prince Mcwayizeni Dr
• Phone: +27 31 907 2666 / 2672

Tooling Centre of Excellence

• Location: 1 Jameson Crescent, Umbilo
• Phone: +27 31 274 8441

Ubuhle Bogu Campus (kwaQiko)

• Location: P77 Mkhunya Road, KwaQiko
• Phone: +27 31 905 7000/1

CKZN Occupational Skills Training & Testing Centre

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• Location: G32 Buthelezi Road, Mpumalanga Township, Hammarsdale
• Phone: +27 31 771 1370

Enterprise Development Unit

• Location20 Swinton Road, Mobeni
• Phone: +27 31 462 8772/6

The Training Academy

• Location: 50051 Mfundi Mngadi Dr, KwaMakhutha
• Phone: +27 31 905 7063

Which courses are offered at West Coast College?

West Coast College offers a variety of courses, including bricklaying, electrical studies, mechanical studies, and general studies. Check out the list of courses from the West Coast College website.

What is Coastal College known for?

Coastal College in South Africa is known for its practical, industry-relevant programmes. The college caters to diverse learners, including adult learners.

Is Coastal KZN TVET College a public college?

Coastal KZN TVET College is a public Technical and Vocational Education & Training (TVET) college in South Africa.

How many TVET colleges are there in KZN?

KwaZulu-Natal has nine TVET colleges in their province. These are Umgungundlovu TVET College, Coastal TVET College, Elangeni TVET College, Umfolozi TVET College, Esayidi TVET College, Majuba TVET College, Mnambithi TVET College, Mthashana TVET College, and Thekwini TVET College.

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Does Coastal College have NSFAS?

Yes, students from needy backgrounds can apply for NFAS funding.

Coastal College is one of the best institutions to apply to, especially if you are around KwaZulu Natal. Make sure you meet the requirements and apply for a course of your choice.

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