FET Phase · Grades 10 and 11
Shape your future in Grades 10 and 11
Seven subjects, one clear path.
- Seven CAPS subjects, including three electives
- Subject experts and live “Ask Me Anything” sessions
- Career resources that help map strengths to post-school goals
About the FET phase
In Grades 10 and 11, the FET Phase, learners take seven CAPS subjects: English Home Language, a First Additional Language, Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation and three electives. Subject experts, live “Ask Me Anything” sessions and career resources support them. Tuition is from R2,985 per month, plus a R250 yearly SACAI registration fee.
FET Phase
What Grades 10 and 11 looks like at UCT Online High School
Learners mix core languages and Maths or Maths Literacy with three electives, from CAT to Life Sciences. Subject experts, live “Ask Me Anything” sessions and career resources help map their strengths to post-school goals.
Key information
- Language of instruction
- English
- 2026 term dates
- Term 112 January to 27 March
- Term 27 April to 26 June
- Term 320 July to 18 September
- Term 45 October to 11 December
- School fees
- From R2,985 per month
This is how we do it
Structure that keeps learners on track, with support at every step
Intuitive online learning platform
Our Online Campus is at the centre of it all. Every day, your child logs in and sees their weekly work plan: a live, interactive view of everything they need to complete in a week, for every subject.
Learning pathways
Every subject is designed as a course with a defined learning pathway. Learners work through each week’s module in a series of 45-minute lessons, using a research-backed approach: “I do, we do, you do”.
“I do, we do, you do”
Under “I do”, a subject expert demonstrates. Under “we do”, learners practise. Under “you do”, they put their learning to the test, all towards a weekly deadline for each subject.
Dynamic academic support
Where learners fail their weekly assessments or get stuck, they have weekly live streams with Learning Facilitators and a dedicated academic discussion forum. It’s a very structured approach, with all the flexibility in between.
Caring Support Advisors
The best part? You’re not alone. Every learner deserves a champion, and that’s where our Support Advisors come in. They keep learners accountable through weekly group check-ins and a priority system based on at-risk behaviours.
Gamification and Rewards Programme
We reward good learning habits. Logging in to the Online Campus, opening course materials and attempting assignments all earn points, which learners redeem in a bespoke storefront. Just wait for drop days!
For guardians
ConnectED guardian app and portal
Success comes from the learner, guardian and school working together. The guardian portal is mission control for your child’s learning, and the ConnectED app sends a push notification when something needs your attention.
Fee structure 2026
Seven subjects, one clear fee
Clear fees with no surprises. Pay monthly over 12 instalments, or pay upfront for the year.
Pay upfront (R30,447) and save R5,373 against 12 instalments (R35,820).
| Item | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Placement (once-off)Non-refundable | R599 | Non-refundable |
| Tuition, paid upfrontSave 15%. Payable by 12 December 2026 | R30,447 a year | Save 15%. Payable by 12 December 2026 |
| Tuition, 12 instalments12 monthly instalments | R2,985 per month | 12 monthly instalments |
| SACAI registrationCompulsory external examination body fee | R250 a year | Compulsory external examination body fee |
| Extra subject (optional)We advise a maximum of two | R430 per month · R5,160 a year | We advise a maximum of two |
All fees are subject to an annual increase.
7 subjects
Grades 10 and 11 subject choices
Learners take at least seven subjects from the start of the FET Phase: four compulsory subjects and three electives. Learners choose their three electives before they enrol in Grade 10.
Compulsory subjects 4
- English Home Language
- First Additional Language (Afrikaans, isiXhosa, isiZulu or Sesotho)
- Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
- Life Orientation
Electives: choose three 12 on offer
- Physical Sciences (Mathematics is a prerequisite)
- Life Sciences
- Geography
- History
- Accounting
- Business Studies
- Economics
- Computer Applications Technology (CAT)
- Visual Arts
- Information Technology
- Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD)
- Tourism
Download our information pack
Subjects, fees, term dates and how online learning works, in one pack you can share with your family.
Grades 10 and 11 stationery and textbooks
The stationery, equipment and textbook lists for every grade, in English (2025 edition).
Results and stories
Hear it from the families who made the switch
Watch Tamara’s storyTamara’s story “I would tell parents who are apprehensive about an online high school that it changed my daughter’s life for the better.”
Guardian interview · video
Watch Trisha’s storyTrisha’s story “UCT Online High School is ⅓ the price of our previous school.”
Guardian interview · video
Watch Malikah’s storyMalikah’s story “I’ve personally engaged with some of the work, the quality is phenomenal.”
Guardian interview · video- matric pass rate in 2025
- 85%
- distinctions in 2025
- 601
- overall average by our top 2025 learner
- 90%
FAQs
Grades 10 and 11 questions from guardians
When and how do I pay tuition fees and which payment options are available?
We offer several payment options that guardians are able to select for their convenience. Please refer to our fees handbook for detailed information about this.
Will universities accept my child’s NSC?
Yes. Learners earn the National Senior Certificate (NSC), the matric qualification recognised by universities and colleges across South Africa. It is examined by SACAI and quality-assured by Umalusi. Each institution still sets its own entry requirements, so check the pass level and subjects your child’s chosen course needs.
How social will the experience be for me/my child?
Good question! Learners* will have the opportunity to build community and make friends from all over the country through their Support Coach Check-in sessions, which will happen every Monday, Wednesday and Friday for 15 minutes, not to mention our school assemblies and Virtual Clubs
*This is not applicable to Adult Matric learners
What is a Mastery Check?
A Mastery Check is a formative or summative assessment (mainly formative) that assesses learners’ mastery of the content. These Mastery Checks are points where both Learning Facilitators and learners can see where gaps exist and where revision or remediation is needed. Learners who fail the Mastery Check will unlock an instructional video. The learner is allowed another attempt at the Mastery Check after watching the video. If they fail a subsequent time, they will be automatically booked into a Mastery Boot Camp.
How often do Mastery Checks take place?
Mastery Checks take place at the end of each module. Each module represents 1 week’s worth of work to be completed for each subject.
Will my child require any specific stationery or learning resources such as a printer and/or scanner? How often would access be required?
Please see our stationery and equipment list here.
Where does UCT Online High School operate?
As an online school, we accept international learners from all over the globe, provided that they are not on our sanctioned list (see T&Cs), agree to adhere to the school academic calendar and are able to operate in South African Standard Time (SAST).
If you would like more details about how to join our online school from your country of residence kindly contact our Admissions Team at admissions@uctohs.valentureonline.com
Can’t find your answer? Browse all FAQs or contact our admissions team.
Accreditation
- Examination body
- South African Comprehensive Assessment Institute (SACAI), accredited by the Umalusi Council
- Qualification awarded
- National Senior Certificate (NSC)
- School accreditation number
- 89901