The Diploma in ICT: Applications Development at DUT trains students in the core skills needed to conceptualise, design, implement, and test software applications for industry. The curriculum covers software development fundamentals, operating systems, communications networks, computer security, and information systems — building technical competence for the full software development lifecycle. Offered in Durban and Pietermaritzburg, this qualification opens doors to a career in South Africa's rapidly expanding technology sector, where demand for software developers continues to outpace supply.
English Home Language: Level 3, or English First Additional Language: Level 4
Mathematics: Level 3, OR Mathematical Literacy: Level 6
Two additional 20-credit NSC subjects: Level 3
Plus one recognised NSC 20-credit subject: Level 3
APS: 19