On this page, you will find the entire list of Higher Certificate courses which are currently being offered for 2025 study year at Nelson Mandela University, in the Eastern Cape province. All these courses can be studied by a student who has a minimum of a Higher Certificate in Grade 12.
We have listed the Higher Certificate courses together with their relevant entry requirements, as well as career options you can pursue after completing the courses.
Not all faculties at Nelson Mandela University (NMU) offer Higher Certificate courses. Only the Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences; Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Technology; and the Faculty of Law, have Higher Certificate courses available.
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Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences
Higher Certificate courses offered under the Faculty of Business and Economic Sciences:
Higher Certificate in Accountancy
Duration: 1 year (full-time) or 2 years
Entry Requirements: Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 35%, OR Mathematical Literacy – 60%
Careers: Bookkeeper, accounting clerk
Higher Certificate in Business Studies
(Also available at George Campus)
Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Entry Requirements: Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 30%, OR Mathematical Literacy – 50%
Careers: Marketing intern, marketing officer, office manager, entrepreneur
School of the Built Environment and Civil Engineering
Higher Certificate courses offered under the School of the Built Environment and Civil Engineering:
Higher Certificate in Mechatronic Engineering
Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Entry Requirements: Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 50% and Physical Sciences or Technical Science – 50%
Careers: Automated manufacturing support roles within engineering teams (artisans, technicians, technologists, engineers)
Higher Certificate in Renewable Energy Engineering
Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Entry Requirements: Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 50% and Physical Sciences or Technical Science – 50%
Careers: Support roles in the renewable energy sector within engineering teams
Higher Certificate in Human Settlement Development
Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Entry Requirements: 1 year of work experience in Human Settlement Development or a related field, with a CV and proof of employment
Careers: Employment in managing organisations, human settlement policy, strategy, and project development in both public and private sectors
School of Information Technology
Higher Certificate course offered under the School of Information Technology:
Higher Certificate in IT (User Support Services)
(Also available at George Campus)
Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Entry Requirements: Mathematics or Technical Mathematics – 35%, OR Mathematical Literacy – 55%
Careers: IT support, troubleshooting, software installation, computer systems monitoring
Faculty of Law
Higher Certificate course offered under the Faculty of Law:
Higher Certificate in Law Enforcement
Duration: 1 year (full-time)
Entry Requirements: English (home language) – 50%, OR English (first additional language) – 55%
Careers: Law enforcement officer roles in municipalities, SANParks, SAPS, metro police, correctional services
Other courses, such as Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, and Degrees can be found in the prospectus below:
In order to apply for Higher Certificates courses at NMU, use the details below:
Apply here: NMU Application Link
Contact NMU:
Gqeberha Campuses: 041 504 1111
George Campus: 044 801 5111 / 5999