Draw a table to differentiate between University of Technology and a TVET college

On this page, we draw a table to differentiate between University of Technology and a TVET college. Remember, this is coming from Lindiwe’s case study, right?

In order to draw a table that differentiates between a University of Technology and a TVET College, you need to remember Life Orientation Grade 11 Chapter 3: Careers and Career Choices Term 1 work.

We will differentiate between University of Technology and TVET College based on:

• Entry requirements – A University of Technology requires Grade 12, as well as specific subject marks and APS score, whereas TVET colleges accept students with just a Grade 9 achievement.
• Qualifications offered – Universities of Technology can offer National Diplomas, Bachelor’s Degrees, Honours, Masters, up to Doctorates, while TVET colleges only offer National Certificates and National Diplomas.
• Practical vs Academic Work – Universities of Technology offer a mix of practical and academic work, whereas TVET colleges strictly offer courses focused on practical skills.
• Funding – Both Universities of Technology and TVET colleges are funded by NSFAS.

Below is a table to differentiate between University of Technology and a TVET college:

Aspect	University of Technology	TVET College
Entry Requirements	Requires Grade 12 (NSC) with specific subject requirements	Accepts learners from Grade 9, but some courses require Grade 11 or 12
Qualifications Offered	Offers National Diplomas, Bachelor’s Degrees, Honours, Masters, and Doctorates	Offers National Certificates (Vocational) (NCV), NATED (N1-N6), and Diplomas
Practical Training	Includes practical training, but with more academic coursework	Strong focus on practical skills, workplace simulation, and industry-linked learning
Funding Options	NSFAS-funded for eligible undergraduate students	NSFAS-funded for eligible students, covering tuition, transport, and accommodation

Lindiwe’s Case Study