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Study Computer Science & Engineering in South Africa

Computer science and computer engineering cover software development, algorithms, data, networks, hardware and artificial intelligence – one of the most sought-after fields of study worldwide.

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Certificate
Information Technology and Computer Science (FET Certificate)

Motheo FET College 🇿🇦 Bloemfontein Centre, Hillside View Centre, Thaba 'Nchu Centre, South Africa

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Diploma
Higher Diploma in Computer Auditing

University of the Witwatersrand 🇿🇦 Wits, South Africa

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Bachelor
BSc Computer Science

North-West University 🇿🇦 Potchefstroom, South Africa

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Certificate
National Certificate in Mining. National Certificate in Pulp and Paper Making (For SAPPI and MONDI employees only) (N-Course)

Technical College of South Africa (TECHNISA) 🇿🇦 Pinegowrie, South Africa

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Diploma
Computer Auditing, Higher Diploma in Computer Auditing - HDipCompAud: 2 years part-time

University of the Witwatersrand 🇿🇦 Wits, South Africa

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Bachelor
BEd (Hons) Computer-integrated Education

University of Pretoria 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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Diploma
Computer systems engineering - National Diploma (3Years)

University of Johannesburg 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

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Bachelor
Bachelor Sc Computer Science and Information Technology, Pietermaritzburg, Westville

University of KwaZulu-Natal 🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa

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Other programmes
Computer-aided Draughting (CAD) (General short Course)

Technical College of South Africa (TECHNISA) 🇿🇦 Pinegowrie, South Africa

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End User Computing (Short Learning Programme)

Tshwane University of Technology 🇿🇦 Pretoria, South Africa

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Bachelor
BSc in Computer Science

Midrand Graduate Institute 🇿🇦 Midrand, South Africa

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Computer Programming

INTEC College - Head Office 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth,, South Africa

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Diploma
Computer Science, Higher Diploma in Computer Science - HDipCompSc: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time

University of the Witwatersrand 🇿🇦 Wits, South Africa

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Bachelor
B.Sc. majoring in Computer Science

University of Limpopo 🇿🇦 Medunsa, South Africa

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Bachelor
Computer Science and Informatics - BSc (Information Technology) Degree

University of Johannesburg 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

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Bachelor
Engineering Computer Systems (Bachelor)

Vaal University of Technology 🇿🇦 Vanderbijlpark, Klerksdrop, Kempton Park, Secunda, Upington, Sebokeng, South Africa

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Certificate
Advanced Certificates in Education: (FET): Computer Applications Technology

Central University of Technology 🇿🇦 BLOEMFONTEIN, South Africa

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Bachelor
Bachelor of Science (Software Development) (BSc(SofDev)

Rhodes University 🇿🇦 Grahamstown, South Africa

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Bachelor
Applied Mathematics and Computer Science - BSc (Mathematical Sciences) Degree (3Years)

University of Johannesburg 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa

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Other programmes
An Introduction to Computers

INTEC College - Head Office 🇿🇦 Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth,, South Africa

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Study Computer Science & Engineering in South Africa – facts and figures

In South Africa, 22 universities and colleges offer 122 Computer Science & Engineering programmes: 43 Bachelor, 15 Master and 11 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Pretoria, Durban, Rondebosch and Johannesburg. Institutions with the widest choice: University of Pretoria, University of South Africa and University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Degrees in Computer Science & Engineering

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Computer Science & Engineering builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Computer Science & Engineering, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Computer Science & Engineering programmes?

The directory lists 122 Computer Science & Engineering programmes at 22 institutions in South Africa. Popular cities include Pretoria, Durban and Rondebosch.

How long does it take to study Computer Science & Engineering?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Computer Science & Engineering programmes in South Africa?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are University of Pretoria, University of South Africa, University of KwaZulu-Natal, University of Cape Town and University of Johannesburg.

How do I apply?

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