VerifiedThekwini TVET College runs mid-year intakes for some programmes, but not for the NC(V), which starts only in January. Whether you can start mid-year depends on the programme and campus.
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Intakes at Thekwini (from the college website)
| Programme | Campus | Intakes |
|---|---|---|
| NATED business studies N4 to N6 | Centec and Springfield | January or July |
| Travel and Tourism | Centec | January only |
| Part-time engineering | Springfield | January, May and August trimesters |
| NC(V) programmes | Various | January only |
NATED N4 to N6 programmes are in a national teach-out, so July intakes for first-time N4 students are ending. Confirm whether a July 2027 N4 intake will run before you plan around it.
How to apply for a mid-year start
- Check thekwini.edu.za from about April for a second-semester or trimester notice.
- Apply on the admissions portal at thekwini.coltech.co.za.
- Choose the campus and the programme with a mid-year intake.
- Upload your documents and submit before the closing date in the notice.
The college had not published 2027 second-semester dates by September 2026.
Returning students
If you are already registered and continuing to the next semester or trimester, follow the re-registration instructions from your campus instead of applying as a new student.
Contact your campus using the numbers on Thekwini TVET College contact details. See also which colleges have second-semester intakes.
Frequently asked questions
Can I start NC(V) at Thekwini TVET College in July?
No. Thekwini takes NC(V) students in January only.
Which Thekwini campuses have July intakes?
The college lists January or July intakes for N4 to N6 business studies at Centec and Springfield, while phase-out intakes remain.