West Coast College is accepting online applications for the 2026 academic year. On this page, you will find detailed information on how to apply at West Coast TVET College for 2026, what documents are required, and how to make sure your application is submitted correctly using the official online system.
The college has seven campuses across the Western Cape and offers a variety of programmes in business, engineering, tourism, safety, and hospitality sectors. Applications are open to both new and returning students.
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How to Apply at West Coast TVET College for 2026
In order to apply online at West Coast TVET College for the year 2026, follow these simplified steps:
Step 1: Choose Your Programme and Campus
Before you start the online application, you must know:
- Which course you want to study
- Which campus offers that course
Some courses are only available at selected campuses. For example, Tourism is offered at the Vredenburg Campus, while Engineering is mainly at the Vredendal Campus.
You can download the full course guide from the college’s website:
https://www.westcoastcollege.co.za/students/how-to-apply/
Step 2: Access and Complete the Online Application Form
To apply online:
https://www.westcoastcollege.co.za/
You can apply from your own device or go to the campus for assistance.
Documents required to upload:
- Certified ID copy (your own and parent/guardian if under 18)
- Latest school results or matric certificate
- Proof of residence
- Certified copies must be no older than 3 months
Special Needs Application:
Students with disabilities or learning support needs must contact the Student Support Office at (022) 482 1143 and submit a separate Special Needs form available on the college website.
Step 3: Career Guidance and Placement Assessment
All applicants are required to complete the PACE Career Assessment. This helps determine your literacy and numeracy levels and ensures the course matches your academic readiness. It is compulsory, but not used to exclude students.
Assessments are booked automatically after you submit your application. You will receive communication via SMS or email.
West Coast TVET College Campuses
Courses are spread across seven campuses:
- Atlantis Campus
- Citrusdal Campus
- Malmesbury Campus
- Vredenburg Campus
- Vredendal Campus
- Hopefield Campus
- Central Office (for administration)
Each campus has specific course offerings. Make sure to check the course availability per campus on the college website.
Important Notes for the 2026 Application
- Applications for 2026 open in August 2025
- Closing date is usually around 30 September 2025
- Only online applications are accepted
- You must complete both the application form and the assessment
- Residence applications must be done separately after receiving your admission offer
- NSFAS funding is available for eligible students
Other TVET Colleges to apply at around Western Cape:
- Boland TVET College 2026 Application
- College of Cape Town 2026 Application
- False Bay TVET College 2026 Application
- Northlink TVET College 2026 Application
- South Cape TVET College 2026 Application
- West Coast TVET College 2026 Application
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