False Bay TVET College is a public college in the Western Cape that helps students gain practical skills for work or starting their own businesses. It has several campuses and offers full-time and part-time courses in areas like engineering, business, and hospitality. The college is known for supporting students with hands-on training and career guidance.
Campuses: Fish Hoek, Khayelitsha, Mitchell’s Plain, Muizenberg, Westlake
Accreditation
Accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and various SETAs (Sector Education and Training Authorities).
Certification & Diplomas
National Certificate (Vocational) NATED (Report 191) Certificates Occupational Qualifications Learnerships and Skills Programmes
Flexibility & Schedule
Full-time and part-time study options Blended learning and distance support for certain courses Trimester, semester, and year-long course options available
Course Support
Academic support and workshops Career counselling Student support officers Free Wi-Fi and computer labs at campuses
Course Fees
Fees vary per programme and level Publicly funded, making tuition affordable NSFAS bursaries available for qualifying students
Payment Plans
Monthly instalments available Discount for full upfront payment
Refund Policy
Refunds may be issued in cases of overpayment, cancelled courses, or if students withdraw within a set timeframe (must apply through student admin with valid reason).
Step-by-Step Enrollment Guide
Choose a course and campus Apply online or collect forms from the college Submit certified documents and ID copy Attend an interview/placement test (if required) Get acceptance letter and registration dates Apply for NSFAS (if eligible) Pay deposit
Enrollment Dates
Applications Open: Around August each year Registrations: January (1st Semester) and June/July (2nd Semester/Trimester) Apply early for limited space and funding support
