Vega : Higher Certificate in Creative Development (Full Time)

Vega : Higher Certificate in Creative Development (Full Time)

1 YEAR FULL-TIME | NQF LEVEL 5 | 125 CREDITS | SAQA ID: 90661
The IIE Higher Certificate in Creative Development is an entry level qualification to gain the insight, skill and academic support required to pursue degree studies in the creative fields of brand communication. The focus is on building awareness around creative concept development and critical thinking skills in preparation for studies in Graphic Design, Copywriting or Multimedia Design. This certificate provides an introduction to the Creative Brand Communication industry ensuring students are prepared to enter a relevant degree or the industry as an apprentice.
The Higher Certificate in Creative Development provides a range of modules that develop academic literacy and digital literacy as well as the creative and critical thinking skills required in an academic and industry environment. Modules combine theoretical as well as practical application, with an introduction to real-world experience.

Entry requirements

​A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Higher Certificate admission- A minimum of 30 % for English is required; OR

​A National Certificate (Vocational) (NC(V)) with Higher Certificate admission – A minimum of 40 % in English on either First Additional Language or Home Language level, with a minimum of 30 % in either Mathematics or Mathematics Literacy, a minimum of 40% in Life Orientation and a minimum of 50% in four vocational subjects; OR

​​A Senior Certificate (SC) (without endorsement) or equivalent– A minimum of five subjects must be passed.

All candidates are required to undergo an interview.​

Did you know?​
A candidate with an NSC/NC(V) or equivalent, without a degree admission who has obtained a registered and accredited Higher Certificate in an particular field may be allowed access a Bachelor’s Degree in a similar field.

Become a …

​Junior member of a creative team or further your studies in Creative Brand Communication, such as Graphic Design, Copywriting or Multimedia Design (Web design and development, Animation and Motion Graphics), Fashion Design, Interior Design or Game Design. 
The Higher Certificate in Creative Development provides a range of modules that will develop academic literacy, digital literacy, as well as creative and critical thinking skills required in an academic and industry environment. Modules are a combination of theory and practical application, with an introduction to real-world experience​

Modules

Business Communication

Introduction to Creative Development​
Introduction to Design Thinking​
Digital Media 1​
Brand Business Principles and Fundamentals​
Work Integrated Learning​
Visual Literacy​ 
 

Tuition

R51 000 ​Full Settlement
R54 300 Instalment Fee
 (10 Monthly Instalments)

R10 000 Deposit

(Applicable to Both Fees)

T&C’s Apply​​

*Deposit Included in Total Fee​
Application Fee for 2024 (non-refundabl​e)

Standard Application Fee – R800
(1 June 2024 – 31 October 2024)
Late Application Fee – R950
(1 November 2024 – 28 February 2024) ​