Courses required to become an Accounting Technician in South Africa

This site currently lists 5 courses across 5 South African institutions that lead to becoming an Accounting Technician: 3 Diplomas, 1 Higher Certificate and 1 Bachelor's Degree. Entry requirements, subject choices and admission scores differ by institution and by qualification type, so it is worth comparing more than one route below before deciding where to apply. This career falls under our Accounting & Finance course category.

Where to study to become an Accounting Technician in South Africa

The 5 institutions listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as an Accounting Technician. Admission requirements differ by institution, so check the Grade 12 subjects and admission score on each course page before applying.

Universities that Offer Courses for Accounting Technicians (5)

5 courses across 5 universities lead toward a career as an Accounting Technician, including the Diploma in Accountancy and HCert (Accounting). Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.

Available courses to study towards becoming an Accounting Technician

5 courses

Universities (5)

Nelson Mandela University logo

Diploma in Accountancy

NMU · Diploma · 3 years
See requirements
Tshwane University of Technology logo

HCert (Accounting)

TUT · Higher Certificate · 1 year
22 (with Mathematics or Tec…
University of the Western Cape logo

BCom Accounting

University of the Western Cape · Bachelor's Degree · 3 years (4-year extended programme option available)
30 UWC Points
Walter Sisulu University logo

Diploma in Accountancy

WSU · Diploma · 3 years
APS 21+