Best careers without a degree in South Africa

Trade, aviation, public service and portfolio-led careers that can pay well without a university degree.

1. #1

   Commercial Pilot

   Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL)

   R35 000 to R160 000 /mo
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2. #2

   Boilermaker

   N2/N3 + apprenticeship + trade test

   R14 000 to R60 000 /mo
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3. #3

   Electrician

   N3 + Trade Test (Red Seal)

   R12 000 to R48 000 /mo
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4. #4

   Welder

   Welding training, apprenticeship or trade test route

   R10 000 to R45 000 /mo
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5. #5

   Plumber

   N3 + Trade Test (Red Seal)

   R11 000 to R42 000 /mo
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6. #6

   Software Engineer

   BSc Computer Science or equivalent bootcamp

   R22 000 to R90 000 /mo
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7. #7

   Data Scientist

   Degree in Stats, Maths, CS or related

   R30 000 to R110 000 /mo
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8. #8

   Financial Analyst

   BCom Finance / Investment Management

   R25 000 to R85 000 /mo
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9. #9

   Police Officer

   Matric + SAPS training academy

   R14 000 to R45 000 /mo
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10. #10

    Teacher

    BEd or PGCE

    R18 000 to R48 000 /mo
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