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Grade 9 to 12

The American High School Diploma

A flexible, modular qualification earned through four years of mastered coursework. Continuous assessment means no final exam at the end of Grade 12.

4 yearsOf continuously assessed coursework
180+Courses to choose from
SAQACertificate of Evaluation
How it works

Mastery, not memorisation

Modular learning

Work through courses at your own pace, one module at a time.

Continuous assessment

Regular assessments focused on mastery, instead of one high-stakes exam.

Wide subject choice

Maths, Science, English, Coding and Robotics, Arts, IT, Media, Humanities and Business.

High school learner studying
Cognia accreditedInternational digital curriculum provider
Recognition

Recognised at home and abroad

Accreditation and recognition

SwitchedOn Education is accredited by Cognia as an international digital curriculum provider. SAQA has issued a Certificate of Evaluation confirming the diploma is comparable to the National Senior Certificate at NQF Level 4.

What graduates receive

The diploma, plus a full transcript covering four years of coursework with symbols and GPA scores.

University admission

Together with the correct subject choices, overall GPA score, and having attained the set NBT or SAT scores, graduates have been admitted to several South African universities. Each institution sets its own entry requirements, so check with yours.

How it's taught

A learning platform, not a textbook on a screen

Our web-based learning management system works on any internet connection, with 3D animations and direct-instruction video from master teachers.

Interactive lessons, assignments and assessments develop the thinking skills learners need for university and work.

Explore the Pearson BTEC pathway
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  • admin@switchedoneducation.co.za

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