BEREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE READY FOR 2022

BEREA Technical College (BTC), a leading private education College in KwaZulu-Natal, celebrates 24 years as one of the pioneer technical colleges in Durban, offering a comprehensive range of programmes. During the very challenging Covid-19 year, the College launched a new blended-learning mode and evolved its traditional classroom-based teaching to include a combination of on-campus and online lessons.

The three anchor campuses, Berea Technical College, Berea College of Technology and Berea Matric School, are now fully equipped as Covid-safe campuses.

QUALITY, ACCESSIBLE EDUCATION

All programmes enable students to choose the career of their choice, to develop their skills, gain accredited qualifications in their field and have successful careers. And for those learners who did not achieve the required matric marks and want to pursue a course of their choice, Berea Tech offers qualifications that enable students to gain access to any University of Technology (UTO).

Qualifications are aligned to the needs and requirements of the workplace while being nationally recognised and duly accredited with the relevant quality-assuring bodies. The College is fully registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training, and its programmes are accredited with QCTO, Umalusi and MICT-SETA. It is also an ISO 9001:2015 certified educational institution.

BEREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE: SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING CAMPUS

Full-time classes with a strong focus in Engineering and Engineering Trade: Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and Chemical. Programmes accredited, designed and issued by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) and exams set by the National Department of Higher Education and Training. A selection of industry-relevant

qualifications.

Programmes have a proven track record for recognition to gain access to Universities and Universities of Technology.

The only fully accredited private technical

College in Durban.

Located in the vibrant hub of the city, with accommodation, food, and retail options within walking distance.

BEREA COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY: BUSINESS AND COMMERCE CAMPUS

Registered private higher education

institution.

Full-time classes Business Management, Commerce, Education, Hospitality and Catering and Travel and Tourism. Located in the iconic Station Building campus with modern state-of-the-art classrooms and a specialist IT School. Near one of Durban’s busiest malls, The

Workshop.

Close to the bus and taxi ranks, all within

walking distance from the campus.

MATRIC CAMPUS

Matric Rewrite programme Upgrade matric and complete Diploma

course at the same time.

WHY STUDENTS CHOOSE US

The College’s unique 100% Graduate Employment Programme guarantees employment or study for free until you get employed.

Free study materials

Skilled industry-relevant lecturers 43 lecture venues

Two extensive libraries (print and e-books) Eight computer labs

Student recreational areas and in-house

cafeteria

Wi-fi access at all our campuses Students are provided with a complete

educational package.

The College’s fees are competitive, with various payment options available. Fees include online support classes, practical lessons, and access to free internet. National (N) diploma graduates also have access to the student placement programme, which facilitates employment or in-service training placements for graduates.

WORK INTEGRATED LEARNING (WIL) AND 100% GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAMME

The Group’s Student Support Department assists students to secure the necessary Work Integrated Learning. Students are groomed for employment, with job readiness skills, CV writing, interview training and workshops and exposure to our 100% Graduate Employment Programme.

SAFE STUDENT LIFE

The College supports an academic-social philosophy and encourages students to get involved in the social, cultural, and sporting calendar.

Annual Sports Day (Soccer, Netball,

Volleyball, Basketball, as well as other indigenous games).

Mr and Miss Berea Group of Colleges. Student Braais (before the exam period

to help you to de-stress from studying). Student Social Orientation (orientation is about familiarising you with your new learning environment).

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCED LECTURERS & ADDITIONAL ACADEMIC SUPPORT

Highly qualified lecturers with extensive teaching and work experience supported by the Student Advisory Centre. The College has a Centre for Maths and Science that provides free Maths and Science support daily in addition to normal lectures.

STUDENT ADVISORY CENTRE

The Student Advisory Centre consists of a team of 30 student advisors who offer individual and group tutorials throughout the year. They work with our expert lecturers on campus and via our digital classrooms to ensure that each learner reaches their full potential.

THE CENTRE FOR STUDENT RELATIONS AND STUDENT SERVICES

A team of professional online advisers will help you adjust to college life, cope with the study pace, and ensure that your academic journey is a successful and enjoyable experience. Student Support services include a dedicated professional counsellor offering counselling in-person and online to assist students in addressing issues of concern affecting them.

GRADUATES RECOGNISED

As a leading private, independent education institution, it recognises the achievements and accomplishments of its students with a formal graduation ceremony held every year. To keep to this, a virtual graduation was held last year.

The 100% Graduate Employment Programme that offers job/learnerships and in-service placement, keeping to the career journey of our students to completion. A qualification is a key tool to get you to where you want to be, and we aim to be that bridge linking you to a career for life.

CREDIBILITY

Credibility and accreditation are everything when it comes to further education – so do not wait, choose your institution wisely.

“We invite you to visit our campus, call us on 031 304 5207/031 8278300, visit our website or simply pop in for a chat and let us help you make that all-important career choice.”