Diploma in Information and Communications Technology in Communication Networks Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP)

About this course

WSU qualification code W60014; SAQA ID 101193; 360 credits. Source pages: qualification list 12, admission requirements 14. Published requirements: Extended stream As for main-stream with provision that applicants who have an NSC achievement rating one level below the required levels as mentioned above, i.e. in ONE of the two subjects (Mathematics /Mathematics Literacy, or English as a Home Language or First Additional Language) mentioned above will be considered for admission into extended programme

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

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.