Distance Learning
Distance Learning is suitable for students who are unable to attend classes regularly, who can study independently, and/or who are working full-time.
The benefits of this mode of study include online and lecturer support to guide students through the relevant subject matter and the option to make enquiries telephonically or via email.
The Distance Learning is dedicated to providing quality, relevant, and accredited training options. The College aims to make the Distance Learning experience worthwhile, effective, and manageable by ensuring that students receive continued support and feedback throughout their study period.
NB: Potential Distance Learning students must be computer literate and have access to a computer and the internet to access learning material.
NB: Potential students must be able to travel to Cape Town to write the external examination.
Click here to download our Distance Learning Brochure with programme listing and pricing for 2025.
Distance Learning Brochure
NSFAS Bursaries for Distance Learning
You can apply for NSFAS Bursary when you study via Distance Learning.
The Bursary will cover:
Full-Time Programme Fees Rate *Balance payable will be invoiced to you on Registration.
Registration, Tuition, and Book Fees
The Bursary will NOT cover:
Additional Distance Learning Program Tutoring /Teaching Fees
Allowances
Learning Devices
Repeat Subjects
Important to Note for Distance Learning Students
NSFAS Bursary Students must register for a minimum of 3 subjects per term.
Please inform the College Bursary Office once you have applied for an NSFAS Bursary, as this will impact your study Application.
DISTANCE LEARNING REGISTRATION PROCESS:
1. Registration
You are registered now. Proof of registration received and check the information on Academia registration portal.
2. Text Book Orders
Submit the completed textbook order form.
3. Orientation
Study the orientation booklet
4. Receive your textbooks
Receive your textbooks within 7 Days.
5. MyFBC
Check that you are enrolled on MyFBC (2 Days after registration). Log into your courses and engage with the content.
6. Start Studying!
Start studying. Do not wait!
DISTANCE LEARNING
COURSES OFFERED:
National Certificate: N4-N6
FEES
| Business Studies: | From R1 064 per subject |
| Engineering N4-N6: | From R875 per subject |
How do I apply?
For more information on Distance Learning contact:
Tel: 021 701 1153 or email: FBCDistanceLearning@falsebay.org.za
Meet the Manager
Malcolm Meyer
Distance Learning Manager (Acting)
Before joining False Bay TVET College (FBC), Malcolm Meyer was working at an NGO in Lavender Hill for 15 years. He later joined FBC as a lecturer at Muizenberg campus in January 2008 and joined the new campus in Fish Hoek in January 2009. In July 2013 he was promoted to Programme Manager for NC (V) and later included Report 191 for Business Studies. He ended a tenure of 10 years as HOD in Business Studies at Fish Hoek campus to take up the Acting position at Distance Learning.
His motto in life is: “Believe to Achieve”.
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