Most people think you can only start a new course in January — not at Open Window.
Our Mid-Year Intake means you can register today and begin classes on 6 July 2026. Start with a Higher Certificate, continue into a full degree, and earn both qualifications in just 3.5 years.
Change direction. Don’t wait until next year.
Why start studying in July?
The sooner you start, the sooner you discover the creative giant you’re destined to become.
Start now, not in 2027
Be on track for a full degree in just 3.5 years
Two qualifications, one journey
Earn a Higher Certificate and Degree seamlessly
Credits from day one
45 credits accumulate toward your degree immediately
Join the cohort by Jan 2026
Our January students slot in seamlessly with our July intake - so you simply get a headstart
Choose from four specialised Higher Certificates that lead to degree study.
Do a Higher Certificate in 3D Animation: Modelling & Design
NQF Level 5 | SAQA: 122882
Motion Design 100
(Degree Level Subject)
Kickstart your Animation & Game pathway
Do a Higher Certificate in User Interface Design
NQF Level 5 | SAQA: 123609
Industrial Product Design 100
(Degree Level Subject)
Kickstart your Creative Technologies pathway
Do a Higher Certificate in Graphic Design
NQF Level 5 | SAQA: 124915
User Experience Design 100
(Degree Level Subject)
Kickstart your Visual Communication pathway
Do a Higher Certificate in Digital Film Production
NQF Level 5 | SAQA: 123431
Sound Design 100
(Degree Level Subject)
Kickstart your
Film Arts pathway
Not sure which creative path is for you?
Good — you don’t have to be.
Your first 18 months at Open Window are about exploration.
Try different disciplines, discover what you’re good at, find what excites you — then choose your degree specialisation with confidence.
Your 3.5-Year Journey to Two Qualifications Here's how the pathway works:
Step 1. Explore (18 months). Begin with a Higher Certificate while sampling modules across four different creative disciplines. This is your chance to test the waters, uncover your strengths, and find what truly excites you — no pressure to specialise just yet.
Step 2. Specialise (2 years). With a clearer sense of your creative direction, you’ll transition straight into the Bachelor’s Degree of your choice. No starting over — just a deeper, more focused study in the field that’s right for you.
Step 3. Graduate with two qualifications: A Higher Certificate and a Bachelor’s Degree, earned in just 3.5 years.
Build Your Skills. Build Your Portfolio. Make Yourself Futureproof.
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