Application Form [BA HONS] - Cape Town Creative Academy




APPLICATION FOR ENROLMENT IN: 

BA Honours (Contemporary Art)

BA Honours (Visual Communication)  


ADMISSION & SELECTION

  • Applications must be submitted by 30 NOVEMBER of the year prior to the commencement of study. 
  • Both successful and unsuccessful applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application via email by 15 DECEMBER.
  • Honours classes will commence in FEBRUARY 2025. 



ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • The minimum admission requirement for a Bachelor of Arts Honours Programme is an appropriate Bachelor’s Degree or appropriate Advanced Diploma (NQF level 7) in a relevant field, for which the candidate obtained an aggregate of 65% on exit level. 
  • Applicants without a BA degree or equivalent qualification but with relevant industry experience will need to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
  • In addition to the formal admission requirements, applicants are selected based on their ability to evidence the following selection criteria, through a portfolio of evidence
    • a high probability of successfully completing the Bachelor of Arts Honours programme. 
    • a passionate interest in creative practice and scholarly research 
    • self-motivation, ambition, commitment and strong work ethic 



Portfolio of Evidence 

In order to determine an applicant’s standing in relation to these selection criteria, candidates are required to submit a portfolio of evidence that includes the following:

  • A letter of motivation for study, in order to determine the applicant’s interests and intentions;
  • The applicant’s academic transcripts obtained for a relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification on NQF7 in order to determine academic proficiency as candidates with a final mark of 65% (or higher) for research-based subjects/courses on NQF level 7 are given preference during the selection process;
  • A sample of academic writing
  • A portfolio of recent creative works completed by the applicant, in their chosen field of specialisation. 


Application fee:

A non-refundable application fee of R1000 must be paid into the CTCA's bank account [CTCA graduates excluded]. Please use your name & surname as reference.



Please have the following documents ready to upload to this form BEFORE starting to fill out the form:

  • Certified copy of applicant's ID
  • Letter of motivation for study
  • Certified copy of applicant's qualification/s
  • Certified copy of applicant’s academic transcripts obtained for a relevant Bachelor’s degree / Advanced Diploma / equivalent qualification 
  • Sample of academic writing
  • A portfolio of recent creative works 
  • Proof of payment of the application fee.
  • Applicants who apply for RPL based on practical experience:
    • Letter from the company/organisation confirming your employment.
    • Portfolio of evidence of work completed during employment (PDF or link).


CTCA Banking details: 

Cape Town Creative Academy (Pty) Ltd [CTCA]
Bank: Investec Bank Limited
Branch: Grayston Drive, Sandton / 580105
Account: 10011 614 972
Type of account: Current 
Swift code for international transfers: IVESZAJJXXX

Step 1: PROGRAMME DETAILS

Step 2: STUDENT DETAILS

Step 3: QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

Specify qualification partially or fully obtained

Letter from the company/organisation confirming your employment.

Portfolio of evidence of work completed during employment (provide link).

Step 4: PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE

[1-2 pages. Include an overview of your academic history (particular courses/modules that you enjoyed or particular aspects of your undergraduate study.]

By submitting this form you hereby affirm that the information contained in this application is accurate and complete to the best of your knowledge.

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