Diploma in Financial Planning Course Requirements at Boston City Campus
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The Diploma in Financial Planning is a diploma offered by Boston City Campus for 2027 learners, taking 3 years to complete. This page covers the Grade 12 subjects and admission score you need to qualify, what the course involves, where you can study it, the careers it leads to, and how to apply.
Grade 12 Required Subjects to study Diploma in Financial Planning at Boston City Campus
National Senior Certificate (NSC) or National Certificate (Vocational) (NC(V)) with English passed, endorsed for Diploma study, or an equivalent pre-2009 Senior Certificate with English.
About this course
Recognised by the Financial Planning Institute, this diploma prepares graduates to advise individuals and businesses on financial decisions, covering taxation, legislation, compliance, ethics and client needs analysis. It meets FSCA competency requirements for the FAIS Fit and Proper regime and suits those entering financial advisory, retirement fund administration or insurance roles.
Possible careers
Financial Advisor, Financial Planner, Insurance Administrator, Retirement Fund Administrator, Wealth Management Assistant
How to apply for 2027 studies
Apply directly through Boston City Campus's own online application system at boston.ac.za
Course intelligence for Diploma in Financial Planning
Data-driven planning insights for this specific course: job market outlook, NSFAS funding, and how competitive admission is likely to be.
Job market outlook
Diploma in Financial Planning doesn’t currently appear on the national scarce-skills list as a Financial Advisor. That’s not a red flag on its own, most jobs in South Africa aren’t on that list, it just tracks where employers reported the strongest hiring pressure. Your own results, experience and network will matter more here than national demand trends.
NSFAS funding
NSFAS does not usually fund students at private institutions like Boston City Campus. Ask Boston City Campus directly about its own bursaries or payment plans, and check whether a sector SETA offers funding for this field.
Admission chances
Boston City Campus’s intake and this course’s requirements with its published admission requirements generally leave more room than the most sought-after courses, so you likely have a reasonable window to apply without rushing, though applying early is always the safer bet.
These insights are estimates generated from South Africa’s National List of Occupations in High Demand (DHET, November 2023 draft), NSFAS’s published funding rules, and this university’s general applicant demand. They’re planning guidance, not a guarantee. Always confirm funding and admission specifics directly with Boston City Campus and NSFAS.
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- 6
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Source: boston-city-campus.json, last verified 2026-08-22. Requirements and fees change. Always confirm current details directly with Boston City Campus before applying.