Choose your dream career and we'll show you exactly what subjects to take, what APS you need, and where to study in South Africa.
Click any career on the left to see the full requirements, subject guide, and gap analysis.
Two different things, kept separate on purpose. What Applika learners look at, and what South Africa's labour market actually needs.
Live data from learners using this site.
These are the fields where employers are actually hiring, taken from the Department of Higher Education and Training's official national list. Appearing on this list often unlocks government bursaries, SETA funding and learnership support. Click any career to see what you need.
The DHET publishes this list every two years. The 2024 edition lists 350 occupations and is the most recent official version; the 2026 edition had not yet been gazetted when this page was built. Always check the source before making a decision.