Get a recognised qualification. Build a real career.
100% online occupational qualifications in South Africa's most in-demand digital and technical skills. From the team behind UCT Online High School.
Approved for Accreditation by QCTO
NQF-registered credential
Real workplace experience
In-demand careers
The Academy of Technology and Industry, a division of the Valenture Institute in association with UCT Online High School
Academy of Technology and Industry
A practical pathway, built for the real-world
Backed by UCT Online High School, the Academy of Technology and Industry offers QCTO-accredited occupational qualifications at NQF Level 4 in South Africa's most in-demand digital and technical skills. Our applied learning pathway combines structured online study, practical assessments, and real workplace experience - giving learners the skills and credentials employers are looking for.
Why choose the Academy?
Qualifications that employers recognise and value
- QCTO-accredited occupational qualifications
- NQF-registered credentials
- 100% online learning
- Practical assessments and workplace experience
- Built by the team behind UCT Online High School
Who is this for?
Designed for learners who want skills that lead somewhere
Senior School Learners (Grades 11+)
Start building your qualification before or alongside matric. Develop in-demand digital skills while you complete your schooling and get a head start on your career.
Post-Matric and Gap Year Learners
You've got matric. Now turn it into something employers value. Our one-year programme earns you a nationally recognised credential without the time or cost of a degree.
Adult Learners and Career Switchers
Ready for a new direction? Our flexible, fully online programme fits around your life and gives you the practical skills and credentials to make the move.
QCTO-accredited qualifications
Industry-aligned digital qualifications
SAQA ID 118699
Deploy and manage cloud infrastructure in real business environments. Build the technical and operational skills that cloud-first organisations need.
Leads to roles like: Cloud Support Engineer, Systems Administrator, IT Operations Specialist
SAQA ID 118788
Apply design thinking to solve real-world business challenges. Develop problem-solving, prototyping and facilitation skills sought across industries.
Leads to roles like: Innovation Consultant, UX Researcher, Product Analyst
SAQA ID 122663
Produce professional digital and print media for a wide range of industry contexts. Build a portfolio that demonstrates practical, employer-ready skills.
Leads to roles like: Graphic Designer, Digital Media Specialist, Visual Content Creator
What it costs
Know exactly what you pay — before you apply.
Placement fee
R599
Once-off, on acceptance of your Offer to Study. Non-refundable.
Questions about fees
No. It is a once-off, non-refundable fee due within 7 days of your Offer to Study. It covers pre-onboarding, record verification and your technology licences, and is not offset against tuition.
Tuition is paid monthly in advance. Invoices are due on the 1st of each month, across 18 instalments for the length of your programme.
Tuition is subject to an annual increase effective 1 January. Any increase is communicated to enrolled learners in writing beforehand.
Siblings of an existing enrolled learner qualify for a 5% tuition discount. Only one promotional offer applies per learner.
Three calendar months’ written notice is required. On monthly instalments, no tuition is charged after the notice period ends.
The Academy of Technology and Industry, a division of the Valenture Institute, in association with UCT Online High School.
Each qualification follows a structured weekly programme that builds skills progressively. Assessments are rooted in real-world application rather than rote memorisation.
100% online, through a purpose-built learning platform. Recorded content, and a digital workspace for practical projects, accessible from anywhere in South Africa.
Dedicated Course Facilitators and Support Advisors are with you throughout. Responsive academic support keep learners on track.
Every assessment builds towards a portfolio of real work. Each qualification aligns to the SAQA National Qualifications Framework and includes structured workplace experience.
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