College of Cape Town 2026 Registration Now Open
Are you ready to take the next step in your educational journey? The College of Cape Town has announced its 2026 registration dates across three vibrant campuses, offering a diverse range of courses designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed for today's competitive job market.
Registration Overview: Three Campuses, Endless Opportunities
Registration for 2026 is taking place across three strategically located campuses, each offering specialized programs tailored to different career paths.
Athlone Campus
Registration Period: January 6-30, 2026
The Athlone Campus is hosting registration for the NCV Level 2 Mechanical Engineering: Automotive program. If you're passionate about cars, engines, and the automotive industry, this is your gateway to a rewarding technical career.
- Course: NCV L2 Mechanical Engineering: Automotive
- Venue: Main Hall
- Contact: 021 637 9183
Guguletu Campus
Registration Period: January 7-30, 2026
Guguletu Campus offers the widest variety of programs, focusing on business, management, and office administration. This campus is perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, managers, and administrative professionals.
Available Programs:
- N4 Business Management (Jan 7-9) - Room H102 and Hall
- N5 Business Management (Jan 9-23) - Room H102 and Hall
- N6 Business Management (Jan 9-23) - Room H102 and Hall
- NCV L2 Management (Jan 9-30) - Room A101 and Atrium
- NCV L2 Office Administration (Jan 9-30) - Room A101 and Atrium
- NCV L3-L3 Office Administration and L3-L4 Management (Jan 9-30) - Room A101 and Atrium
Contact: 021 638 3131
City Campus
Registration Period: January 7-18, 2026
Located in the heart of Cape Town, the City Campus specializes in hospitality, tourism, business, and culinary arts programs. This campus is ideal for students who dream of working in South Africa's thriving tourism and service industries.
Available Programs:
- NCV L2 Hospitality - Room 316
- NCV L2 Tourism - Room 234
- NCV L2 Management - Room 315
- NCV L2 Marketing - Room 310
- NCV L2 Transport & Logistics - Room 310
- N5-N6 Management Assistant - Main Hall & Room 235
- N5-N6 Financial Management - Main Hall & Room 235
- N5-N6 Business Management - Main Hall & Room 235
- Intro N4 Art & Design - Room 131
- N4, N5, N6 Tourism - Room 131
- N4, N5 & N6 Hospitality - Room 221A
- Pre-Learning Programme PLP (Jan 7) - Room 216
- Occupational Chef - Room 307
Contact: 021 462 2053
Understanding Your Options: NCV vs N-Programmes
The College of Cape Town offers two main qualification pathways:
National Certificate Vocational (NCV): A three-year program (Levels 2-4) that combines theoretical knowledge with practical workplace experience. It's equivalent to a National Senior Certificate and provides either direct entry into the workplace or access to higher education.
N-Programmes (N4-N6): Known as National N Diploma programs, these are more specialized technical qualifications often followed by 18 months of workplace experience to obtain a National Diploma.
How to Prepare for Registration
To ensure a smooth registration process, make sure you have the following documents ready:
- Certified copy of your ID
- Certified copy of your latest school results or highest qualification
- Proof of residence
- Passport-sized photographs
- Registration fee (confirm amount with the campus)
With registration opening in just a few weeks, now is the time to start preparing. Whether you're a school leaver looking for your first qualification or someone seeking to upskill and change careers, the College of Cape Town has a program for you.
Mark your calendar, gather your documents, and get ready to embark on an educational journey that will open doors to exciting career opportunities. The future is waiting, and it starts with a single step: registration.
For more information about specific courses, entry requirements, or any questions about the registration process, contact the relevant campus directly using the numbers provided above.
Your success story begins in 2026. Will you be part of it?
College of Cape Town is a public Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college under the Department of Higher Education and Training, Republic of South Africa.
