Diploma in Information and Communications Technology in Applications Development | WSU

APS Required

points

Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Diploma

Delivery

Full-time

Details

The Diploma in Information and Communications Technology in Applications Development at Walter Sisulu University is a three-year qualification at the Buffalo City campus that prepares graduates to conceptualise, design, develop, implement, and test reliable and cost-effective software applications. The programme combines theoretical foundations with practical project-based learning, developing graduates equipped to address ICT challenges in industry and society. South Africa's fast-growing technology sector — spanning fintech, e-commerce, healthtech, and govtech — creates strong demand for skilled software developers, particularly those familiar with both the technical and business dimensions of application development.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: 50–59% (Level 4)
Mathematics: 40–49% (Level 3) OR Mathematical Literacy: 60–69% (Level 5)
APS: 22 (with Mathematics) or 24 (with Mathematical Literacy)

Admission requirements
SubjectMinimumRequirement
English Home Language or English First Additional Language50%Required
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy40%Required

Career Prospects

Software Developer – Build web, mobile, and desktop applications for fintech, e-commerce, healthtech, and government digital services companies across South Africa’s growing technology sector.
Mobile App Developer – Develop Android and iOS applications for South African businesses and consumers, leveraging the country’s high smartphone penetration and digital services growth.
Junior Systems Analyst – Analyse user requirements and design software solutions for corporate IT departments, insurance companies, banks, or public sector institutions.
DevOps Engineer (Junior) – Support software build, deployment, and monitoring pipelines using CI/CD tools in cloud-native or hybrid environments for technology companies.
IT Entrepreneur – Launch a software product or digital services business, supported by incubators such as Silicon Cape, the Tshimologong Precinct, or SEDA-funded SMME programmes.

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