Vhembe TVET College invites 2027 applications.
Prospective students may apply across five Limpopo campuses including Makhwarela Mashamba Musina Makhoi and Shingwedzi with the intake window running from 01 September 2026 to 30 September 2026.
Makhwarela Campus Programmes
The Makhwarela campus hosts a broad mix of occupational tracks designed to deliver hands on training that aligns with industry needs. The offerings span engineering trades along with business support and service industry roles. Examples include Boilermaker Bookkeeper Bricklayer Chef Diesel Mechanic Hairdresser Welder and Plumber.
Entry requirements vary widely by programme and can range from Grade 9 or NQF level 1 to higher Matric achievements. Several courses specify NQF levels and durations up to three years, with Boilermaker commonly listed as a level four three year pathway.
Mashamba Campus Programmes
Mashamba campus focuses on practical agri business routes with a primary emphasis on poultry farming. The two tracks cater for Broilers and Layer Hen operations and are structured to NQF Level 4 over two years with Mathematical Literacy as a prerequisite.
Applicants should verify the exact entry rules for poultry studies as thresholds vary by stream and campus. The campus aims to equip learners with field ready competencies that can support farm based enterprises or broader agribusiness settings.
Musina Campus Occupational Programmes
Musina presents a mix of technical and client facing programmes alongside trades such as Diesel Mechanic and Plumber. The offering also includes roles in regulation and hospitality oriented sectors and covers pathways like Chemical Plant Operator and Immigration Officer.
Several lines require a Level 4 qualification and English or Mathematical Literacy, while some options are offered at Level 5 with two year durations, reflecting a range of entry points to suit different educational backgrounds.
Makhoi Campus Programme Highlights
The Makhoi campus concentrates on core building trades including Bricklayer Carpenter and Electrician with three year study cycles anchored at NQF Level 4. These pathways are designed to produce skilled artisans ready for industry based work or further study.
Office Administrator appears as a Level 5 option with a three year path and an emphasis on communication, preparing learners for administrative roles in business and public sector environments.
Shingwedzi Campus Programme Highlights
Shingwedzi features two administrative and bookkeeping oriented tracks such as Bookkeeper and Early Childhood Development Practitioner along with Management Assistant duties. The programmes are set to deliver foundational skills with practical components that align with local employer needs.
Minimum entry thresholds vary by programme with some starting at Level 4 and others at Level 5, reflecting a diversified approach to skills training across sectors and campuses within the college network.
Application Process And Dates
Applications for the 2027 academic year are open in September with a closing date of 30 September 2026, inviting applicants to initiate the process at their chosen campus and programme. Prospective learners should prepare documentation and qualification transcripts to support their submission.
Applicants are advised to select the correct campus and programme and to review the stated minimum admission requirements before applying, ensuring alignment with the pathway they intend to pursue across engineering business hospitality and service oriented disciplines.