Diploma Courses at UCT for 2026

The University of Cape Town (UCT) is offering a range of diploma courses, including higher certificates, advanced certificates, and diplomas, for the 2026 academic year. This is a great opportunity to advance your academic and professional goals at one of the world’s top universities. Explore this article to discover the available diploma programs at UCT

Download University of Cape Town (UCT) Prospectus 2026 in PDF Format

UCT’s prospectus for 2026 is now available online in PDF format, which can be downloaded or printed. The prospectus is essential as it provides detailed information about the undergraduate diploma courses offered at the University of Cape Town. You’ll find comprehensive details on the courses, their respective entry requirements, and potential career paths

UCT Certificate and Diploma Programs

Explore the list of all Certificate and Diploma programs offered at the University of Cape Town (UCT) below.

Centre for Higher Education Development

Academic Development Programme

Commerce

Accounting, College of Humanities
Actuarial Research, Centre for (CARe)
African Institute of Financial Markets & Risk Management

Engineering & the Built Environment

Architecture, Planning & Geomatics

Health Sciences

Anesthesia
Anatomical Pathology

Humanities

African Cinema Unit (ACU)
African Gender Institute, Department of
African Studies, Centre for
Afrikaans and Netherlandic Studies, Department of
Albertina & Walter Sisulu Institute for Ageing in Africa (IAA)

Law

Advanced Legal Studies, School for Law

Science

Archaeology
Astronomy

University of Cape Town Admission requirements for diploma courses

A National Senior Certificate (NSC), as validated by Umalusi, with an accomplishment rating of 3 (Moderate Achievement, 40–49 percent) or better in 4 authorized NSC 20-credit subjects is the prerequisite for entrance to undergraduate diploma studies.