West Coast TVET College: programmes, fees, entry requirements, and more
West Coast TVET College has been providing industry-aligned training since 2002. The Western Cape institution offers nationally accredited programmes in engineering, business, IT, and hospitality. Their students are equipped with practical skills needed to enter the workforce, start a business, or pursue further studies.
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Key takeaways
- West Coast College has five campuses in the Western Cape, including Atlantis, Citrusdal, Malmesbury, Vredenburg, and Vredendal.
- The school offers programmes in four main categories, including National Certificate Vocational (NCV), select Report 191 (Nated) Courses, Occupational, and Foundational.
- West Coast TVET College students can apply for NSFAS funding.
Full list of the West Coast TVET College courses
West Coast TVET College offers industry-tailored vocational and technical courses across its five campuses. Students can pursue a programme if they meet the entry requirements for National Certificate Vocational (NCV), Report 191 (Nated), Occupational, or Foundational programmes.
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Pre-Vocational Learning Programmes (PLPs)
Pre-Vocational Learning is a foundational course offered at the school’s Atlantis and Vredenburg campuses. The entry requirement is Grade 9 or an equivalent qualification. It equips learners with literacy and numeracy skills to further their studies. The fee in 2025 is R6,520.
National Certificate Vocational (NCV) courses
NCV at West Coast TVET College is equivalent to the National Senior Certificate at NQF Level 4 and provides access to higher education. The course duration is three years per level of study. The entry requirement to NCV is a Grade 9 or equivalent qualification.
| Campus | NCV Programme | Fees in 2025 |
| Vredendal Campus | Education & Development L2-L4Engineering & Related Design L2-L4Primary Health L2-L4Office Administration L3- L4 | R12,376R22,704R14,540R11,428 |
| Atlantis Campus | Electrical Infrastructure Construction L3-L4Engineering & Related Design L2-L4Management L2-L4Programming and Robotics L2Office Administration L3-L4Transport & Logistics L2-L3 | R17,540R22,704R13,392R17,508R11,428R12,160 |
| Citrusdal Campus | Electrical Infrastructure Construction L3-L4Office Administration L2-L4 | R17,540R11,428 |
| Vredenburg Campus | Electrical Infrastructure Construction L3-L4Engineering & Related Design L2-L4Office Administration L2-L4Tourism L2-L4 | R17,540R22,704R11,428R16,800 |
| Malmesbury Campus | Finance, Economics & Accounting L2-L3Hospitality L2-L4Office Administration L2-L4 | R12,908R21,816R11,428 |
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Report 191 (NATED) courses
West Coast TVET College offers NATED courses in engineering and business studies. The learning duration is 18 months for theory and another 18 months focused on practical experience needed to apply for a National Diploma.
NATED entry requirements are Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. The school is in the process of phasing out its NATED programmes in accordance with the DHET requirements.
| Campus | Nated Programmes | Fees in 2025 |
| Vredendal | Farming Management & Mechanisation N4-N6Business Management N4-N6Public Management N4-N6 | R15,240 pa/R7,620 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per sem |
| Atlantis | Business Management N4–N6Public Management N4–N6Human Resource Management N4–N6 | R6,936 pa/R3,468 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per sem |
| Citrusdal | Farming Management & Mechanisation N4–N6Business Management N4–N6Public Management N4–N6 | R15,240 pa/R7,620 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per sem |
| Vredenburg | Business Management N4–N6Public Management N4–N6Tourism N4–N6 | R6,936 pa/R3,468 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per semR15,392 pa/R7,696 per sem |
| Malmesbury | Financial Management N4–N6Business Management N4–N6Hospitality and Catering Services N4–N6Human Resource Management N4–N6Public Management N4–N6 | R6,936 pa/R3,468 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per semR15,648 pa/R7,824 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per semR6,936 pa/R3,468 per sem |
Occupational courses
West Coast TVET College offers several occupational programmes whose duration ranges from a few days to over a year. They include:
- Skills programmes: Short courses with a duration ranging from two days to six months. They offer specific programs in several fields, including Engineering, Basic Welding, Electrical, Fitting & Machining, Business Studies, and General Studies.
- Learnerships: Combines classroom-based theoretical learning with practical, on-the-job work experience with a minimum duration of one year. Consists of Early Childhood Development, Mixed Farming, Community House Building, and Business Administration.
- Apprenticeships: Train students to become qualified artisans in a trade. The TVET college offers apprenticeships in Welding, Fitting & Turning, Fabrication, Electrical, and Construction at Atlantis, Vredenburg, and Vredendal campuses.
- Trade Testing: Offered at Vredenburg Campus to assess candidates for their competency in fields like Welding, Fitting & Turning, Pipe-Fitting, Electrical, and Boilermaker. Trade Testing fees are paid per day.
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West Coast TVET College application process
The application process involves several key steps, including:
- Complete the PACE Career Assessment: This is a placement test that helps you choose the right course.
- Choose a program: Select the course you want to study and the campus where it is offered.
- Complete the West Coast TVET College online application through the official website or visit a campus near you for assistance.
- Upload supporting documents: The required certified documents include South African ID, latest school results or highest grade passed, proof of residence, disability forms, and proof of income for students applying for financial aid.
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Is West Coast College open for 2026 applications?
West Coast TVET College applications for 2026 opened on September 1, 2025, and will close on September 30, 2025. The school indicated it is receiving applications for the National Certificate Vocational courses.
Once the application period closes, you can conduct a West Coast TVET College status check. Log in to the self-help portal with your student number and 5-digit numeric code. Students who have secured a spot at the school can also apply for accommodation at their campuses.
Is West Coast TVET College funded by NSFAS?
West Coast TVET College students can apply directly for NSFAS funding once they have been accepted into a program. The bursary covers tuition, accommodation, and personal care allowance. Learners can also apply for a college bursary established by the school.
Where is West Coast TVET College located?
West Coast TVET College is located in the Western Cape Province. The institution's central office is in Malmesbury and its five campuses are spread across the region. Here are the school's full contact details:
| Campus | Physical address | Tel No |
| Central Office | 2 Loedolf Street, Malmesbury | (022) 482 1143080 022 2285 (fraud) |
| Atlantis Campus | C/O Charl Uys Drive and Neil Hare Street,Atlantis Industrial Area | (021) 577 1727 |
| Citrusdal Campus | 101 Kerk Street, Citrusdal | (022) 921 2457 |
| Malmesbury Campus | 6 Church Street, Malmesbury | (022) 487 2851 |
| Vredenburg Campus | 1 Akademie Street, Louwville, Vredenburg | (022) 713 3167 |
| Vredendal Campus | 1 Hoërskool Road, Vredendal | (027) 213 5673 |
Conclusion
West Coast TVET College continues to be a key player in the South African education sector. It plays a vital role in building a skilled and employable future for its students.
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