2027 · Undergraduate
Walter Sisulu UniversityDiplomaDiploma in Information and Communications Technology in Applications Development
Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Information Technology
Duration3 yearsNQF level9Minimum APS22Campuses1
About this course
WSU qualification code W60009; SAQA ID 101175; 360 credits. Source pages: qualification list 12, admission requirements 14. Published requirements: • 4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language. • 3 (40-49%) for Mathematics or 5 (60 - 69%) for Mathematics Literacy.
What you may study
Writing; communication theory; media studies; research; digital production; language or editing; ethics; and practical communication projects. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.
Required school subjects
English Home Language or First Additional LanguageLevel 4 · 50%4 (50-59%) for English as a Home Language or First Additional Language.
Technical MathematicsLevel 3 · 40%Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy / Technical Mathematics: 3 (40-49%) for Mathematics or 5 (60 - 69%) for Mathematics Literacy.
MathematicsLevel 3 · 40%Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy / Technical Mathematics: 3 (40-49%) for Mathematics or 5 (60 - 69%) for Mathematics Literacy.
Possible study paths
Graduates may progress to doctoral study in a related field, subject to research alignment and the receiving institution's admission requirements. Honours or postgraduate study in communication, journalism, media, language, publishing or a related field.
Where this qualification may lead
Communications officer; content producer; journalist; editor; public-relations practitioner; media researcher; language practitioner; or publishing assistant.
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