What can I study with a diploma pass?

A Matric Diploma pass is a qualification pass level you receive when you pass Matric. This allows you to further your studies at a college or university.

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Last Updated : February 22, 2024

You can use a Matric Diploma pass to study at Matric College. We offer different courses that you can choose from. There are accredited and non-accredited courses. The two are beneficial in their own ways. These are the courses you can study: 

NATED courses

NATED courses are created by the DHET. The goal is to equip you with theoretical and practical knowledge that enables you for the work environment. These courses are also accredited by the DHET and the QCTO. You can use a NATED Qualification to study further or find employment anywhere in South Africa. These are the NATED courses we offer:

Our NATED courses are offered in partnership with Bellview Institute of Distance Learning.

ICB courses

ICB courses are created by the ICB. The objective is to equip you with skills and knowledge that prepare you for work. These courses are accredited by the ICB and the QCTO. You can use an ICB Qualification to continue your studies or find employment in South Africa and overseas. These are the ICB courses we offer:

Short Courses

Short courses are created by the college. These courses provide you with a specific skill set that prepares you for work. You can use your advanced skills to find employment or start a business. These are the Short courses we offer:

Upgrade Matric

The Upgrade Matric course is an opportunity to rewrite your Matric and improve your results. The course allows you to choose a minimum of four(4) new subjects. This is a chance to choose subjects that you understand best and that match the career you wish to pursue. This is the Upgrade Matric course we offer: 

Watch our CEO of Matric College Jan Badenhorst speak about what you can study with a Matric Diploma pass

What Is A Diploma Pass?

A Diploma Pass is one of the pass levels in Matric. This is the second-best pass level. This is a good level of passing because it allows you to apply to a university or college for a Diploma Qualification. 

What Are The Pass Requirements For A Diploma Pass?

This is the pass requirement for a Diploma pass: 

  • 40% in your home language 
  • 40% in 4 subjects 
  • 30% in 2 other subjects

Does A Diploma Get You Into University?

It depends on the university where you are applying. Some universities accept a Diploma pass, while others require a Bachelor’s Degree pass. Your acceptance into the university depends on whether you meet the requirements for both the university and the course you have applied for.

Why Is A High School Diploma Important?

A Matric Diploma pass is important because it is a qualification that helps you gain access to the following: 

  • University 
  • College 
  • Bursary 
  • Learnership 
  • Internship (Entry-level) 

When you have a High school Diploma, you have knowledge. You are educated enough to read, write and understand things well. You make solid decisions that help you be an advanced person. As someone with a High school Diploma, employers value you more because they know you are equipped with skills and knowledge. You increase your chances of finding employment. 

What Can I Do With A Diploma Pass?

You can use a Diploma pass to do the following:  

  • Study at university
  • Find a job
  • Study at Matric College

Study At University

You can use a Diploma pass to apply at university for a Diploma or a Higher Certificate Qualification. Your acceptance depends on whether you meet the requirements for both the course and the university. 

Find A Job

You can use a Diploma pass to apply for entry-level employment. You can qualify for work such as: 

  • Secretary 
  • Receptionist 
  • Waiter/Waitress 
  • Personal Assistant 
  • Cashier 
  • Store Assistant 
  • Sales Representative 
  • Call Centre Agent 

Study At Matric College

You can study at Matric College with a Diploma pass. You can study our ICB, NATED and Short courses. These courses quill equip you with the skills and knowledge. Once you have completed them, you will be ready for employment. 

How Many Years Is A Diploma?

It takes 18 to 36 months to complete a NATED Diploma at Matric College. It takes 9 to 36 months to complete an ICB course. 

Are Diploma Courses Worth It?

Yes, all Diploma courses offered at Matric College are worth it because of the following reasons:


ICB Diploma courses

  • They are accredited by the ICB and the QCTO
  • They are SAQA registered 
  • They are recognised nationally and internationally
  • You gain qualifications that will help you further your studies or find employment 
  • They are in demand in South Africa 
  • They offer skills and knowledge that prepare you for work 


NATED Diplomas 

  • They are accredited by the DHET and the QCTO 
  • They are registered with SAQA 
  • They are nationally recognised 
  • You gain qualifications that will help you continue your studies or find employment 
  • They are valued by employers 
  • They offer theoretical and practical knowledge

Is A Diploma Good?

Yes, a Diploma Qualification is good. This is a qualification that prepares you for work. When you have completed the qualification, you will be ready for work. Employers will want to hire you because they know you are equipped with skills and knowledge that will advance their companies fast. Being work-ready also makes it easy for you to adapt to the work environment. 

Can I Do Teaching With A Diploma Pass?

Yes, you can do Teaching with a Diploma pass. However, this can only be a specific Diploma Qualification in Teaching, such as a Diploma in Grade R Teaching. If you want to study for a Degree Qualification in Teaching, you need to have a Matric Bachelor’s Degree pass. You also have an option to study at Matric College for the following courses: 


Educare Courses 

You will be able to gain a Diploma Qualification that you can use to work as a: 

  • Grade R Assistant Teacher
  • Babysitter 
  • Au Pair 
  • Day Care Administrator 


Crèche Management 

You will gain a Certificate Qualification that will help you work with children. You can work as a:  

  • Crèche Manager 
  • Babysitter 
  • Au Pair 
  • Day Care Administrator 


Child Psychology 

You will gain a Certificate Qualification that will help you work as a: 

  • Crèche Manager 
  • Au Pair  
  • Babysitter 


Child Day Care Courses

You will gain a Certificate Qualification that will allow you to work as an: 

  • Au Pair 
  • Nanny 
  • Babysitter 
  • Day Care Administrator 

Benefits Of Studying A Diploma Course At Matric College

  • You study from home 
  • You save transport money 
  • Schedule your study sessions according to your preferences
  • Study and while you are working 
  • Gain skills and knowledge 
  • Gain an accredited qualification 
  • Gain recognised qualifications 
  • Receive academic assistance from tutors 
  • Receive study material from us 
  • Receive assistance when you have urgent academic requests 

Which Diplomas Are In Demand?

These are the Diploma courses offered at Matric College that are in demand: 

This means, that by studying these courses, you earn qualifications that are in demand. This increases your chances of finding employment in South Africa.

Is A Diploma Better Than A Certificate?

Each qualification is unique. At Matric College, we offer both Certificate and Diploma Qualifications. You can use the Certificate Qualification to find employment, the same way you can with a Diploma Qualification. We offer the following Certificate courses that you can study with a Matric Diploma pass: 

Which Diploma Is Best For A Job?

The Diploma Qualifications offered at Matric College are best for finding employment. This is because of the following: 


NATED Diplomas 

  • They are created by the DHET to reduce the unemployment rate in South Africa 
  • They offer theoretical knowledge 
  • They offer 18 months of work experience 

These qualities are valued by employers, and this increases your chances of finding employment. 


ICB Diplomas 

Employers value these qualities, and you have a better chance of finding employment. 

Is A Diploma Easy Or Hard?

Every qualification requires time and effort. You may find a Diploma course to be easy if you have this mindset: 

  • I will pass Diploma courses 
  • Diploma courses are not hard
  • Diploma courses can be interesting 

When you study at Matric College, you have academic assistance. This makes it easy to study. We have different support to assist you. This includes: 

  • Tutors 
  • Course Experts 
  • Support team 
  • Study material 

Tutors

We have Tutors to assist you with your academic assessments. This is to help you pass your assessments in time. They are available from 08:00 am to 05:00 pm. 

Course Experts

We have Course experts who are well-informed in the courses we offer. They can help you with information on the course you are studying so that you understand it better.

Support Team

We have a team to handle your urgent requests. If you have an emergency, you can simply fill out our Red Alert forms online, and they will be in touch. 

Study Material

We provide you with study material when you have been registered with us. We deliver this to you through courier in five (5) to seven (7) days. 

What Level Is A Diploma?

We offer Diploma courses that are at National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Level 5 and others are at NQF Level 6. 

How Does A Diploma Work?

We offer NATED and ICB Diploma courses. This is how each Diploma works: 


NATED Diploma Qualification 

NATED Diplomas have no theoretical assessments. They have practical assessments. You are required to complete 18 months of work experience to receive a NATED Diploma Qualification. This is how you can complete the work experience: 

  • Get registered on the iWIL website 
    • The iWIL website is created by the Department of Higher Education and Training 
    • This website aims to help students find volunteer work where they can gain experience
  • Once you have registered, you will receive a job in a company at which you will complete your work experience 
  • We will send you a logbook that you must complete throughout your work experience
    • We automatically send you a logbook, so you don’t have to request one
  • The manager of the business overseeing your work experience must sign off the logbook 
  • Send the logbook back to us, and we will send it to the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) for approval 
  • Once the DHET has approved your logbook, they will issue your NATED N6 National Diploma

Please note that logbooks are not required for the Educare course. The only thing you need is a report/letter from the Day Care Manager or Principal of the business where you completed your work experience.  


ICB Diploma Qualification

ICB Diplomas are made up of assessments. These assessments come in a Portfolio of Evidence (PoE). The PoE consists of 2 tests and three assignments. For each subject in an ICB Diploma course, there is a PoE. This must be completed to pass the course. 

How ICB Courses Are Assessed

What Can We Study After Diploma?

Once you have completed an ICB or NATED Diploma course, you can study the following: 

  • A different NATED course
    We have different NATED courses and each one is unique. When you study more than one qualification, you increase your knowledge and skills. This is beneficial because employers value you more. The more qualifications, skills and knowledge you have, the more chances of getting employed you have. 
  • A different ICB course
    There are three ICB Programmes and each one offers important skills and knowledge in a business setting. Gain another ICB Qualification will help you gain different knowledge and skills that will add on to what you already have. This will make you more prepared to work. 
  • A Short course
    There are many Short courses we offer. These courses can be completed in 2 to 12 months. They are great if you want to add to a qualification. They offer skills while advancing your current skills. 

Author: Mulisa Nethononda
Date Published: April 22, 2022