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SANTS BUSINESS SCHOOL / ADMISSIONS

Your next step starts here.

See which qualification fits your background, what you need to apply, and the options if your experience speaks louder than your marks.

FIND YOUR STARTING POINT

Three levels. One clear path.

Higher Certificate · NQF 5
Diplomas · NQF 6
Advanced Diplomas · NQF 7

Not sure where you qualify? Ask admissions for a review of your results and experience.

FIND YOUR ENTRY ROUTE

What do you need to get in?

Check the level that interests you. Full entry requirements are assessed against your documents and the current prospectus.

HIGHER CERTIFICATE · NQF 5

Build your foundation.

NSC with Higher Certificate admission, or an equivalent qualification evaluated by SAQA.

APS 15 across six recognised 20-credit subjects. English HL APS 2 or FAL APS 3; Mathematics APS 2 or Mathematical Literacy APS 3.

DIPLOMAS · NQF 6

Take the next step.

NSC with at least rating 3 (40–49%) in four recognised 20-credit subjects, or a SAQA-evaluated equivalent.

APS 16 across six recognised subjects. English HL APS 2 or FAL APS 3; Mathematics APS 2 or Mathematical Literacy APS 3.

ADVANCED DIPLOMAS · NQF 7

Go further.

An appropriate related 360-credit Diploma at NQF 6, or an accredited bachelor’s degree or higher.

A relevant 240-credit Diploma may qualify with an approved 120-credit work-integrated learning and/or coursework component. RPL may also be considered.

APS means Admission Point Score. Programme-specific subject combinations and equivalence decisions may apply; admissions will confirm your route after reviewing your documents.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS

There may be another way in.

If your school results do not match the standard route, speak to us before ruling yourself out. These pathways are considered individually.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Relevant work experience and prior learning can be assessed under the College’s RPL policy. You may be asked for a CV, certificates and evidence of your skills.

Mature age consideration

Applicants aged 23 or older may be considered for conditional admission to a Higher Certificate or Diploma. The admissions team will explain the assessment and what evidence to submit.

An enquiry or RPL application does not guarantee admission. The academic team makes the final decision under the applicable policy.

SIMPLE NEXT STEPS

From interest to application.

You can start online, then our team will help with any outstanding information.

01 Choose your course

Compare the five business and HR qualifications and select the level that matches your goals.

02 Prepare your documents

Have your identity document and highest qualification ready. Add relevant evidence if you need RPL advice.

03 Apply online

Complete the application and submit the requested documents. Admissions will assess your entry route and advise you of the outcome.

APPLICATION CHECKLIST

Have these ready.

For all applicants

Identity document
Highest school or post-school qualification
Current contact details

When relevant

Academic transcript or qualification record
SAQA evaluation for an equivalent qualification
CV and evidence of experience for an RPL review

Admissions will confirm whether copies must be certified and request any additional documents needed for your application.

NEED A HAND WITH YOUR ENTRY ROUTE?

Let’s find your way forward.

Send us your intended qualification and your highest qualification or work background. We’ll help you understand the next step.

Call +27 10 010 0936 · info@santsbusiness.co.za