Faculty of Information & Communications Technology

National Certificate – Information Technology Systems Development

IT Systems Development NQF 5 – SAQA ID 48872

IT Systems Development NQF 5 South Africa (SAQA ID 48872) is an accredited qualification offered by Khano Training Institute for learners seeking advanced skills in software and systems development. This programme builds on foundational systems knowledge and prepares students to design, develop, and maintain complex software applications within professional IT environments.

Possible Career Choices

  • IT System Analyst
  • IT System Developer
  • Junior Computer Programmer
  • Web Design & Developer

Entry Requirements

Grade 12/ NQF 4

Industry Demand for Systems Developers in South Africa

As businesses continue to digitise operations and invest in software-driven solutions, the demand for skilled systems developers in South Africa continues to grow. IT Systems Development NQF 5 equips learners with advanced programming knowledge and systems design capabilities required in corporate, fintech, government, and technology-driven environments. Graduates are positioned to contribute to software innovation, digital transformation initiatives, and scalable systems architecture across multiple industries.

Related IT Qualifications

Learners interested in strengthening their technical foundation may also explore the IT Systems Development NQF 4 qualification for foundational programming skills, or the Cybersecurity Analyst NQF 5 qualification for security-focused expertise.

You can also view the full range of IT Qualifications South Africa offered by the Faculty of Information & Communication Technology at Khano Training Institute.

Course Content

  1. Programming Principles
  2. Business Application Development
  3. Business Systems Analysis
  4. Programming (C#, Java, HTML5, SQL)
  5. Business Environment for IT Research Techniques
  6. Database Management
  7. Object Oriented Program Design
  8. Standard and Documentation Techniques
  9. Web Graphic Design & Animation Techniques
  10. Server & Client sever Side Scripting
  11. Managing IT Projects

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