uMfolozi TVET College is a public technical and vocational education institution in KwaZulu-Natal. It offers hands-on training and real-world skills to help students prepare for jobs or further studies. The college has multiple campuses and supports both full-time and part-time learning. It’s known for its strong focus on practical learning, especially in Engineering and Business fields.
Campuses:
Richards Bay, Mandeni, Isithebe, Eshowe, Nkandla, Bambanana, Sundumbili, and Chief Albert Luthuli Campuses.
Accreditation
Accredited by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and UMALUSI, and also registered with QCTO (Quality Council for Trades and Occupations).
Popular Programs
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Electrical Infrastructure Construction
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Civil and Mechanical Engineering
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Office Administration
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Finance, Economics and Accounting
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Hospitality
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Tourism
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Information Technology and Computer Science
Certification & Diplomas
NC(V) Programmes (National Certificate Vocational) NATED/Report 191 Programmes (N1–N6) Learnerships and Skills Programmes
Flexibility & Schedule
Full-Time and Part-Time study available Semester and Trimester options for Engineering Studies Business Studies follow yearly or semester calendars
Course Support
Academic support for maths and theory subjects Online learning platform and study guides Student Support Services and Career Guidance
Course Fees
Fees vary per programme (approx. R2,500 – R6,000 annually) Some short skills programmes charged per module
Payment Plans
Flexible payment options available Students can pay per term or semester NSFAS bursary available for qualifying students
Refund Policy
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Refunds processed for overpayments or valid cancellations
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Requires written application with proof
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Subject to college’s terms and timelines
Step-by-Step Enrollment Guide
Choose a campus and programme Complete online or in-person application form Submit certified documents (ID, results, proof of address) Await acceptance notification Register and pay the registration fee Attend orientation
Enrollment Dates
Applications Open: August – October (for following year) Late Applications: Usually accepted in January if space is available Trimester Engineering: Jan, May, Sept
