Inscape Design College
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Inscape Design College

Inscape Design College

“Our mission is to ensure every active participant is challenge-ready, work-ready, life-ready, and society-ready.”

3rd Floor, Liberty Building, 4 Park Ln, Umhlanga Ridge, uMhlanga, 4319, South Africa
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About Inscape Design College

Inscape Design College, established in 1981, is the oldest privately-owned multi-disciplinary design college in South Africa and a leader in private higher education. It operates several learning hubs, including the Durban Learning Hub in Umhlanga Ridge. Inscape offers progressive design programs aligned with international standards, being the first institution in South Africa to offer a Bachelor of Design degree. The Durban hub provides a dynamic learning environment with engaged students and lecturers, fostering strong relationships with local design businesses. The college is committed to preparing students to be challenge-ready, work-ready, life-ready, and society-ready, with a focus on creativity, innovation, and social responsibility. Facilities at the Durban Learning Hub include equipped studios, a sewing room, a well-stocked library, a sample library, common areas, and free Wi-Fi, supporting a vibrant and collaborative studio culture.
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Higher Certificate in Architectural Technology
Higher Certificate

This program introduces technical drawing, design fundamentals, and green and sustainable design. It equips students with practical knowledge and skills for the job market and includes work-integrated learning to prepare them for real-world work experiences.

1 year (full-time), 2 years (distance learning)
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Bachelor of Design Degree, specialising in Interior Design
Bachelor

A Bachelor of Design Degree specializing in Interior Design equips students with skills needed to enter the world of design. This program ensures students are ready to enter the working world upon graduation.

3 years
English
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Bachelor of Design Degree, specialising in Graphic Design
Bachelor

A Bachelor of Design Degree specializing in Graphic Design equips students with skills needed to enter the world of design. This program ensures students are ready to enter the working world upon graduation.

3 years
English
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Diploma in Interior Design
Diploma

A Diploma in Interior Design equips students with skills needed to enter the world of design. This program ensures students are ready to enter the working world upon graduation.

3 years
English
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Accreditations & Affiliations
Inscape Education Group (Pty) Ltd is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2000/HE07/002). It is accredited by the Council of Higher Education (CHE) and registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Higher Certificate in Architectural Technology received South African Council for Architectural Professions (SACAP) validation in 2021, making Inscape the only private higher education institution validated by SACAP for an access programme.
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Specific application deadlines are not explicitly published; it is recommended to contact the institution for current academic year deadlines.
Requirements
0: For Higher Certificate Programmes (including Architectural Technology): National Senior Certificate (NSC) certified by Umalusi, stipulating entrance to Diploma or Higher Certificate, with English as a subject.
1: Minimum of 30% in English (the language of learning and teaching at Inscape).
2: An achievement rating of 3 - Moderate Achievement (40-49%) or better in four NSC 20-credit subjects.
3: For Architectural Technology Higher Certificate candidates wishing to study further at other institutions, Mathematics is recommended as a subject.
4: For progression to an Inscape Bachelor of Design degree, a Higher Certificate graduate must achieve an average of 60% or higher.
5: International students require a valid study permit in the name of Inscape Education Group and possibly a Universities South Africa (USAf) conditional exemption certificate for degree programs.

Inscape Design College Academic FAQ

Inscape Design College is Our mission is to ensure every active participant is challenge-ready, work-ready, life-ready, and society-ready.

Applicants are typically required to submit: For Higher Certificate Programmes (including Architectural Technology): National Senior Certificate (NSC) certified by Umalusi, stipulating entrance to Diploma or Higher Certificate, with English as a....

Inscape Design College provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Higher Certificate in Architectural Technology, Bachelor of Design Degree, specialising in Interior Design, Bachelor of Design Degree, specialising in Graphic Design, Diploma in Interior Design.

Inscape Design College is situated in uMhlanga, South Africa, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, Inscape Design College holds accreditations from: Inscape Education Group (Pty) Ltd is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2000/HE07/002). It is accredited by the Council of Higher Education (CHE) and registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). The Higher Certificate in Architectural Technology received South African Council for Architectural Professions (SACAP) validation in 2021, making Inscape the only private higher education institution validated by SACAP for an access programme..

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