VerifiedNo. Lyceum College (Pty) Ltd is a private higher education institution, registered with DHET under number 2001/HE07/011, and NSFAS only funds public universities and public TVET colleges. Lyceum offers higher education qualifications by distance learning, not TVET programmes. It is on the DHET’s register of private higher education institutions.
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What Lyceum College offers (DHET register)
- About 26 registered programmes, all by distance learning.
- Higher certificates, for example in Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, Office Management and Project Management.
- Diplomas, including Grade R Teaching and Metropolitan and Traffic Policing.
- A BCom in Management and a Postgraduate Diploma in Traffic Policing.
Registration notes
- The DHET register notes that its former Woodmead site is no longer operational and that a new site needs approval.
- In January 2026 Lyceum published a notice saying it was not on the Minister’s notice of intent to cancel registrations and that it is under new ownership.
Paying for private distance study
| Option | Notes |
|---|---|
| Company bursaries | Check the bursary allows private institutions |
| Student loans | From banks or education lenders |
| Employer sponsorship | Common for working distance students |
If you want NSFAS for distance study, look at Unisa, which is a public university.
See NSFAS at Unisa and institutions NSFAS funds.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lyceum College registered?
Yes. It is on the DHET register of private higher education institutions, number 2001/HE07/011.
Can I use NSFAS at Lyceum College?
No. NSFAS does not fund private institutions.