List of Courses Offered at NEMISA: 2026/2027

The accredited list of undergraduate, diploma, certificate, vocational, and digital skills courses offered at the National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA) and their requirements for the 2026/2027 academic year has been released and published here.

Official List of NEMISA Courses and Requirements 2026 — “Explore Your Academic Options: Discover the Range of Courses Offered at National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA) for the 2026 Academic Session”

All interested aspirants or candidates who want to apply for admission into the school can now proceed and check below for the list of courses offered at the National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA) and their requirements.

The general public and all those interested in studying at the National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA) are hereby informed that the list of verified courses and programmes offered at the institution for 2026 has been updated in this article.

If you are looking for the National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA) courses and requirements, then you are in the right place. This article contains the updated list of accredited academic qualifications, digital skills programmes, vocational training, and short courses offered at NEMISA for 2026/2027.

LIST OF CERTIFICATE/DIPLOMA COURSES OFFERED AT NATIONAL ELECTRONIC MEDIA INSTITUTE OF SOUTH AFRICA (NEMISA)

Below are the full details of undergraduate, certificate, vocational, and digital skills programmes offered at the National Electronic Media Institute of South Africa (NEMISA):

1. Digital Literacy Skills Programme

NEMISA Digital Literacy Skills Programme 2026 — “Unlock the Power of Digital Literacy: Join the NEMISA Skills Programme Today!”

Purpose of the training

To provide participants with foundational digital literacy knowledge and practical ICT skills.
To empower learners to confidently operate within South Africa’s digital environment.
To address growing digital and workplace demands within the modern economy.

The rationale of the course

Digital literacy remains an essential workplace skill across industries.
The programme develops informed and skilled digital participants for the modern workforce.
The acquired skills contribute to productivity, communication, and efficiency in the workplace.

Outcomes of the course

The Internet
Cloud Storage
Social Media & Blogging
Mail & Messaging
Digital Awareness and Information Ethics

Additional 2026 Digital Literacy Offerings

Computer Networking
Information Technology Fundamentals
Emerging Technologies (AWS & CISCO)
Cisco Networking Courses

These short courses are also delivered through NEMISA partnerships and collaborative digital learning platforms aimed at unemployed youth and digital upskilling initiatives in South Africa.

2. Interactive Media

NEMISA Interactive Media Skills 2026 — “Unlock your potential with the National Certificate in Interactive Media – A pathway to a career in web design and development”

National Certificate: Interactive Media | NQF Level 5

This qualification is intended for application in the Graphic Design and Interactive Media industry, particularly web design and web development. Learners are trained to plan, design, and create websites and digital user experiences using interactive technologies.

The qualification also equips learners with skills in interactive presentations, graphics, visual storytelling, and digital marketing content production.

Updated 2026 Curriculum Areas:

User Interface Design
Interactive Storytelling
Digital Media Production
Visual Content Creation
Web Design and Development

Entrance Requirements: Matric/Grade 12/NQF Level 4 Related Qualification, Mathematics & English at NQF Level 4, Entrance Exam, and Visual Portfolio.

3. Animation

NEMISA Animation Course 2026 — “Prepare for a Competitive Market Place and Acquire Key Skills for a Career in Animation and Visual Effects”

A. NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: 2D ANIMATION

The programme covers traditional and digital animation production processes from conceptualization to editing. Learners are exposed to theoretical, practical, and technological components of animation production.

The qualification equips learners with key skills in visualization, conceptualization, illustration, and animation project production.

Updated 2026 Focus Areas:

Character Development
Digital Illustration
Animation Techniques
Visual Storytelling
Creative Media Production

Entrance Requirements: Matric/Grade 12/NQF Level 4 Related Qualification, Mathematics & English at NQF Level 4, Entrance Exam, and Visual Portfolio.

B. NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: 3D ANIMATION & VISUAL EFFECTS

This programme introduces learners to Animation Practices & Principles before advancing into Digital 3D Animation and Visual Effects production. Graduates gain collaborative and independent production skills required in studio environments.

Entrance Requirements: Matric/Grade 12/NQF Level 4 Related Qualification, Mathematics & English at NQF Level 4, Entrance Exam, and Visual Portfolio.

4. Graphic Design

NEMISA Graphic Design Course 2026 — “Unlock Your Potential in Graphic Design and Animation with NEMISA Certificate Programmes”

A. FET CERTIFICATE: DESIGN FOUNDATION

This programme serves as a foundation for both Graphic Design and Animation. Learners are introduced to conceptualization, design communication, and digital creative production.

B. NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: DESIGN TECHNIQUES

This qualification equips learners with practical competencies required for careers in graphic design, multimedia design, product design, advertising, branding, and visual communication.

Updated 2026 Curriculum Areas:

Visual Design Principles
Branding and Layout Design
Digital Design Production
Creative Design Communication
Industry-standard Design Software

C. NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: INTERACTIVE MEDIA

Learners are trained to create websites, digital presentations, visual content, graphics, and interactive media applications for communication and entertainment industries.

Entrance Requirements: Matric/Grade 12/NQF Level 4 Related Qualification, Mathematics & English at NQF Level 4, Entrance Exam, and Visual Portfolio.

5. Radio Production Programmes

NEMISA Radio Production Course 2026 — “Master Newsroom and Studio Skills with NEMISA Radio Production Programmes”

A. Short Course: News Room Skills

This short course equips newsroom freelancers and practitioners with practical newsroom skills including sourcing, writing, packaging, and presenting news stories.

Updated 2026 Areas:

News Writing and Packaging
Current Affairs Production
Radio Journalism
News Presentation
Digital Newsroom Operations

B. Short Course: Studio Skills Production

This programme equips beginners with studio operation, sound editing, field recording, vocal delivery, and production workstation skills required in radio environments.

Voice Presentation
Microphone Technique
Field Recording
Sound Editing
Studio Equipment Operation

C. National Certificate: Radio Production

National Certificate: Radio Production (SAQA ID 62069 | NQF Level 5)

This qualification equips learners with technical and content creation skills for radio production across public, commercial, and community broadcasting sectors.

Updated 2026 Curriculum Areas:

Sound Management
Scriptwriting
Multi-track Packaging
Research and Content Development
Live Broadcasting
On-air Presentation
Audio Editing and Mixing

Who it’s for: Learners pursuing careers in radio content production, sound management, scriptwriting, and broadcast presentation.

6. TV & Film Production

NEMISA also offers TV & Film Production programmes designed to equip learners with filmmaking and television production skills from scripting through post-production editing.

2026 Focus Areas:

Film Production Techniques
Scriptwriting
Video Editing
Production Planning
Television Broadcasting

7. Artificial Intelligence, Data Science & Emerging Technologies

NEMISA has expanded its 2026 curriculum through specialized digital learning platforms focusing on Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and enterprise digital technologies.

AI & Digital Skills Courses Include:

Computer Sciences
Algorithms
Data Science
Python Programming
Machine Learning
Natural Language Processing (NLP)
Reinforcement & Deep Learning
AI Ethics & Governance
Azure Machine Learning
SharePoint / OneDrive / Teams
Dataverse
Application Automation Solutions
Low-code Plug-in Scenarios

These programmes are delivered through NEMISA’s digital platforms and Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) ecosystem.

8. Vocational and Short Skills Courses

NEMISA additionally offers vocational and accessible short courses aimed at practical job-ready digital skills development.

Cellphone Repair
Podcasting
Digital Photography
Newsroom Skills
Studio Skills Production

These programmes support youth digital empowerment and practical entrepreneurship opportunities in South Africa.

For those exploring similar creative and media training opportunities, you may also want to review the list of courses offered at Open Window Institute, study at AFDA Cape Town, study at Eastcape Midlands TVET College, and the list of courses offered at False Bay TVET College.

For official programme updates and application details, applicants are advised to visit the official NEMISA and partner digital learning platforms.

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