VerifiedRichtek Campus is uMfolozi TVET College’s campus in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, on Naboomnek Street in Arboretum. It is a public college campus, so fees are low and NSFAS funds eligible students. Applications for 2027 are open from 1 to 30 September 2026, and applying takes three steps.
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The three application steps
- Career questionnaire: complete the Go Study career questionnaire linked from the college website, which helps match you to a programme.
- Placement test: write the compulsory online placement test at learnerprofiler.com.
- Application: apply on the college’s portal at umfolozi.coltech.co.za and upload your documents.
Documents to upload
- Your ID
- Your academic record or certificate
- Proof of residence
- Your next of kin’s ID
Programmes at Richtek for 2027
| Programme type | Programmes on the 2027 application notice | Entry |
|---|---|---|
| NC(V) Level 2 | IT and Robotics; Engineering and Related Design; Electrical Infrastructure Construction | Grade 9 or higher |
| Occupational certificates | Computer Technician (NQF 5); Bookkeeper (NQF 5); Office Administrator (NQF 5); Tourism Information Officer (NQF 5); Electrician (NQF 4) | Set per programme |
The campus page also still lists NATED business N4 to N6 and engineering N2 to N6. NATED N1 to N3 closed to new students on 1 January 2024 and N4 to N6 is being phased out, so the 2027 intake centres on the NC(V) and occupational programmes. Part-time engineering students at Richtek have been self-funded.
Contact
Richtek Campus, which is also the college head office, can be reached on 035 902 9501 or info@umfolozi.edu.za. uMfolozi TVET College has eight main campuses, including Richtek, Esikhawini, Eshowe, Mandeni and Nkandla, plus several skills centres. See uMfolozi TVET College’s Richtek Campus page for updates.
Related: what the NC(V) is and applying for NSFAS as a TVET student.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Richtek Campus?
Richtek Campus is on Naboomnek Street, Arboretum, Richards Bay. It is also the head office of uMfolozi TVET College.
Do I have to write a placement test to study at Richtek?
Yes. uMfolozi TVET College lists the online placement test as a compulsory step before you apply.