FAQs

Frequently asked questions(FAQ)

What is a short course?

A short course is a focused programme that runs for a few weeks and ends with a certificate. Most are open to anyone over 18.

What are the benefits of short courses?

Short courses let you add a skill without a full degree. They run for a few weeks, cost less than a degree, and many are free. You can study part-time, build a portfolio, and earn a certificate from Tafelberg University that employers in Cape Town recognise.

Why do students study better together?

Students often learn as much from each other as from lecturers. Study groups, tutorials and class discussions help you test ideas, fill gaps and stay motivated. It also builds the teamwork skills that employers ask for in every field. At Tafelberg University, our tutors run weekly study groups on campus and online. You can share notes, ask questions and work through past papers with classmates. Charlene Jacobs and the Student Support team can help you find or start a group in your first week.

Do you offer free courses?

Yes. Several of our short courses are free and open to the public, including JavaScript Fundamentals and Digital Marketing Basics for Small Business. Paid courses can be cancelled for a refund within 14 days of the start date. If you get stuck, contact our Short Course Coordinator, Sipho Ndlovu, and we will gladly help you.

What kind of support do you offer?

All students get study guides, tutor sessions, online forums and a help desk run by our Student Support team. See our student handbook for more details.

What technical help can students get?

Our IT help desk answers questions on weekdays by email and phone. We also run walk-in sessions at the campus computer lab for logins, Wi-Fi and online learning problems.

How do I apply to study here?

A short course is a focused programme that runs for a few weeks and ends with a certificate. Most are open to anyone over 18.

Where to find the application dates

Short courses let you add a skill without a full degree. They run for a few weeks, cost less than a degree, and many are free. You can study part-time, build a portfolio, and earn a certificate from Tafelberg University that employers in Cape Town recognise.

Why do students study better together?

Students often learn as much from each other as from lecturers. Study groups, tutorials and class discussions help you test ideas, fill gaps and stay motivated. It also builds the teamwork skills that employers ask for in every field. At Tafelberg University, our tutors run weekly study groups on campus and online. You can share notes, ask questions and work through past papers with classmates. Charlene Jacobs and the Student Support team can help you find or start a group in your first week.

Find out about bursary options

Yes. Several of our short courses are free and open to the public, including JavaScript Fundamentals and Digital Marketing Basics for Small Business. Paid courses can be cancelled for a refund within 14 days of the start date. If you get stuck, contact our Short Course Coordinator, Sipho Ndlovu, and we will gladly help you.

Choose your study programme

All students get study guides, tutor sessions, online forums and a help desk run by our Student Support team. See our student handbook for more details.

Can I study part time?

Our IT help desk answers questions on weekdays by email and phone. We also run walk-in sessions at the campus computer lab for logins, Wi-Fi and online learning problems.

More Student Questions (FAQ)

A short course is a focused programme that runs for a few weeks and ends with a certificate. Most are open to anyone over 18.
Short courses let you add a skill without a full degree. They run for a few weeks, cost less than a degree, and many are free. You can study part-time, build a portfolio, and earn a certificate from Tafelberg University that employers in Cape Town recognise.
Students often learn as much from each other as from lecturers. Study groups, tutorials and class discussions help you test ideas, fill gaps and stay motivated. It also builds the teamwork skills that employers ask for in every field. At Tafelberg University, our tutors run weekly study groups on campus and online. You can share notes, ask questions and work through past papers with classmates. Charlene Jacobs and the Student Support team can help you find or start a group in your first week.
Yes. Several of our short courses are free and open to the public, including JavaScript Fundamentals and Digital Marketing Basics for Small Business. Paid courses can be cancelled for a refund within 14 days of the start date. If you get stuck, contact our Short Course Coordinator, Sipho Ndlovu, and we will gladly help you.
All students get study guides, tutor sessions, online forums and a help desk run by our Student Support team. See our student handbook for more details.
Our IT help desk answers questions on weekdays by email and phone. We also run walk-in sessions at the campus computer lab for logins, Wi-Fi and online learning problems.
A short course is a focused programme that runs for a few weeks and ends with a certificate. Most are open to anyone over 18.
Short courses let you add a skill without a full degree. They run for a few weeks, cost less than a degree, and many are free. You can study part-time, build a portfolio, and earn a certificate from Tafelberg University that employers in Cape Town recognise.
Students often learn as much from each other as from lecturers. Study groups, tutorials and class discussions help you test ideas, fill gaps and stay motivated. It also builds the teamwork skills that employers ask for in every field. At Tafelberg University, our tutors run weekly study groups on campus and online. You can share notes, ask questions and work through past papers with classmates. Charlene Jacobs and the Student Support team can help you find or start a group in your first week.
Yes. Several of our short courses are free and open to the public, including JavaScript Fundamentals and Digital Marketing Basics for Small Business. Paid courses can be cancelled for a refund within 14 days of the start date. If you get stuck, contact our Short Course Coordinator, Sipho Ndlovu, and we will gladly help you.
All students get study guides, tutor sessions, online forums and a help desk run by our Student Support team. See our student handbook for more details.
Our IT help desk answers questions on weekdays by email and phone. We also run walk-in sessions at the campus computer lab for logins, Wi-Fi and online learning problems.