Key Takeaways: Majuba at a Glance
- Location: Newcastle & Dundee (Northern KZN).
- Campuses: 5 Main Campuses + Open Learning Unit.
- Specialty: Heavy Engineering (Boilermaking, Fitting), Primary Agriculture, and Chemical Engineering.
- Application Mode: Online (Coltech).
- Student Population: Over 30,000.
In the industrial heart of Northern KwaZulu-Natal, Majuba TVET College stands as a giant. It is one of the largest technical colleges in South Africa, providing the skilled workforce for the region’s coal mines, steel factories (ArcelorMittal), and chemical plants.
Unlike varied colleges that offer a bit of everything, Majuba is heavily focused on Technical Trades. If you want to become an artisan—a welder, a diesel mechanic, or an electrician—this is the premier institution in KZN.
However, Majuba’s campus structure is confusing. You cannot just “go to Majuba.” You have to know whether your course is at the “Technology Centre” (NTC) or the “Training Centre” (MTC). This guide clarifies the campuses, the course list, and the entry requirements for 2026.
1. Admission Requirements & APS Scores
Majuba TVET College does not typically use a strict “Total APS” (e.g., 26 points) like universities. Instead, they look for specific Subject Passes.
A. National Certificate Vocational (NCV) – Level 2
- Entry Requirement:
- Grade 9 Pass (Year 1 is Level 2).
- OR Grade 10 / 11 Report.
- APS Equivalent: No specific APS. As long as you passed Grade 9 Mathematics and English, you qualify.
B. Report 191 (NATED) – N4
- Entry Requirement: National Senior Certificate (Matric).
- Specific Subject Rules:
- Engineering N1-N3: You can start N1 with Grade 11 (Math & Science passed).
- Engineering N4: Requires Matric with Mathematics (Pure Math preferred) and Physical Science.
- Note: Math Lit students are usually redirected to the “Bridging” N1-N3 stream first.
- Human Resource Management: Requires Matric with 60% in English.
- Financial Management: Requires Matric with Accounting.
- Public Management: Requires Matric with 50% in English.
2. The 5 Specialized Campuses
Majuba is decentralized. You must apply to the specific campus that offers your trade.
1. Newcastle Technology Centre (NTC)
- Location: FW Beyers Avenue, Newcastle.
- Focus: Engineering. This is the main hub for Mechanical and Electrical trades.
- Courses: Electrical Engineering, Fitting & Turning, Boilermaking.
2. Majuba Technology Centre (MTC)
- Location: Inkosi Albert Luthuli Road, Madadeni (Township).
- Focus: Civil Engineering and Chemical Engineering.
- Specialty: It is one of the few colleges offering “Water and Waste Water Treatment” (Chemical Plant Operation).
3. IT & Business Campus (ITB)
- Location: Tommy Boydell Avenue, Newcastle.
- Focus: Business Studies and Computer Science.
- Courses: Management Assistant, Farming Management, Hospitality.
4. Centre for People Development (CPD)
- Location: Dr Nelson Mandela Drive, Madadeni.
- Focus: Business Studies.
- Courses: HR Management, Public Management.
5. Dundee Technology Centre (DTC)
- Location: Beaconsfield Street, Dundee.
- Focus: A mixed campus serving the rural Dundee/Glencoe area. Offers both Engineering and Business.
3. Engineering Course List (N1 – N6)
These are the “high demand” trades linked to the mining and steel industries.
- Mechanical Engineering:
- Boilermaking: Building steel structures (High demand in Newcastle steelworks).
- Fitting and Turning: Machining parts for factories.
- Motor/Diesel Mechanic: Repairing heavy mine vehicles.
- Welding: Industrial welding.
- Electrical Engineering:
- Heavy Current: Industrial electricity.
- Instrument Mechanician: Fixing factory control systems.
- Millwright: A mix of electrical and mechanical (The “Super Artisan”).
- Civil Engineering:
- Bricklaying & Plastering.
- Plumbing.
- Chemical Engineering:
- Water and Waste Water Treatment.
4. Business & Utility Course List (N4 – N6)
- Farming Management:
- Focus: Crop and livestock management.
- Note: KZN is a massive agricultural hub. This diploma leads to work as a farm manager.
- Hospitality:
- Focus: Professional cookery and catering.
- Financial Management:
- Focus: Cost accounting and tax.
- Human Resource Management:
- Focus: Labour relations.
- Management Assistant:
- Focus: Office administration.
5. How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
Majuba TVET College uses the Coltech system.
Step 1: The Pre-Screening
- Visit www.majuba.edu.za.
- Click on “Apply Now”.
- You must complete the Career Interest Test first. This ensures you aren’t applying for Electrical Engineering if you hate math.
Step 2: The Portal
- Create an account on the student portal.
- Select the Year: 2026.
- Select the Campus: Be careful here. If you want “Boilermaking,” do not select the “IT & Business Campus.” Select “Newcastle Technology Centre.”
Step 3: Upload Documents
- Certified ID.
- Certified School Report.
- Proof of Residence.
Step 4: Submit
- Keep your reference number safe.
6. Fees and NSFAS
- Engineering (Trimester): Approx. R3,000 – R5,000 per trimester (3 months).
- Business (Semester): Approx. R4,000 – R6,000 per semester (6 months).
- NSFAS: Fully covers tuition.
- Hostels: Majuba has limited hostel accommodation, primarily at the MTC (Madadeni) and Newcastle campuses. NSFAS provides accommodation allowances for private rentals in town.
FAQ: Majuba TVET College
Q: Does Majuba offer part-time classes?
A: Yes. The Open Learning Unit (OLU) offers Saturday classes for working people who want to finish their N-Levels (N1-N6). This is very popular with factory workers in Newcastle.
Q: Can I apply for the second trimester?
A: Yes. Engineering intakes happen in January, May, and September. If you miss January, apply in April for the May intake.
Q: Is the diploma recognized?
A: Yes. The “National N Diploma” is a formal government qualification. After completing N6 and 18 months of work, you apply to the DHET for your diploma.
Conclusion: The Industrial Choice
Majuba TVET College is not a “soft option.” It is a hard-skills institution designed to get you a job in industry.
If you are willing to get your hands dirty, work with steel, or manage a farm, this college offers a direct route to a paycheck in the KZN economy.
Applications for Trimester 1 (Engineering) close early in January. Submit your application via the Coltech portal today.
Disclaimer: Course offerings vary by campus. Always consult the official Majuba TVET College 2026 Prospectus.