King Hintsa TVET College Courses & Requirements (2027): NC(V), NATED & Trades

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Published 17 Jul 2026 by NavyBlue Editorial Team

NC(V) programmes

Like all public TVET colleges, King Hintsa offers the national NC(V) programmes (NQF 2 to 4, three years, entry from Grade 9). Not every college runs every one, so confirm on the official site. Tap a programme for the full details.

Civil Engineering and Building Construction Electrical Infrastructure Construction Engineering and Related Design Information Technology and Computer Science Finance, Economics and Accounting Management Marketing Office Administration Hospitality Tourism Primary Agriculture Education and Development Safety in Society Transport and Logistics Process Instrumentation Mechatronics Process Plant Operations Drawing Office Practice Primary Health

NATED, applying and funding

King Hintsa also offers NATED (Report 191) N1 to N6 in Engineering Studies and Business Studies, which DHET is moving to new occupational qualifications over time. All of these are NSFAS funded if you qualify. Confirm the exact programmes and dates on the college's official site before you apply.

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King Hintsa courses: common questions

What courses does King Hintsa offer?

King Hintsa offers three main types of course: NC(V) programmes (National Certificate Vocational, NQF 2 to 4), NATED programmes (Report 191, N1 to N6 in engineering and business), and occupational trade qualifications like electrician, plumber and boilermaker. Fields include engineering, IT, business, hospitality and office administration.

Which King Hintsa courses does NSFAS fund?

NSFAS funds all NC(V) and NATED (Report 191) programmes at King Hintsa, because it is a public TVET college. If your combined household income is R350 000 or less, NSFAS covers your tuition plus allowances. You apply for NSFAS separately at www.nsfas.org.za.

Can I study at King Hintsa without matric?

Yes. Many courses at King Hintsa start below matric. NC(V) usually needs Grade 9, and NATED N1 needs Grade 9 with the right subjects. You do not need a matric certificate to start. NATED N4 and up do need matric or an equivalent.

What APS score do I need for King Hintsa?

TVET colleges do not use the university APS score. King Hintsa looks at your school grade and subjects instead. NC(V) usually needs Grade 9 or higher, and NATED depends on the level. Always check the entry rule for the exact course you want.

How long are courses at King Hintsa?

NC(V) programmes take three years, one year each at Levels 2, 3 and 4. NATED programmes run in trimesters or semesters, so N1 to N3 can take about 18 months and N4 to N6 another 18 months, plus workplace time. Trade qualifications vary by trade.