Grades 8–9: VOC

We are one of the first schools to offer all three VOC subjects (Vocational Occupational Curriculum), and we are the only school in the district to offer three VOC subjects for 8th grade and 9th grade.

VOC subjects offer support for learners who want to specialise in the FET phase (Grades 10-12) in a technical direction. It is a way for learners to become familiar with the individual technical subjects earlier in school, to better prepare them for Gr10 electives. This will also ensure the dropout rate will decrease and technically inclined learners will benefit from early exposure.

The following subjects are compulsory for Grade 8 and 9:

•             Mechanical Technology

•             Electrical Technology

•             Civil Technology

•             Engineering Graphics and Design

•             English Home Language & Afrikaans First Additional Language*

•             Afrikaans Home Language & English First Additional Language*

•             Mathematics

•             Natural Sciences

•             Social Sciences

•             Life Orientation

*Choose one combination. The combination you choose must be the same as what you had in primary school.

Grades 10–12:

  • This is the opportunity where students can choose one technical subject, with 9 different options. Students also can choose between Technical Math and Mathematics, as well as Technical Science and Science. Your Grade 9 mark should be a minimum of 60% in Maths and Science in order to qualify for Mathematics and Science.
  • Life Orientation & Engineer Graphics and Design is compulsory.
  • Curriculum pathways explained with graphics image

Subjects at HTS Pretoria-Tuine

Physical Sciences & Technical Sciences

HTS Pretoria-Tuine offers two science streams: Physical Sciences and Technical Sciences. Physical Sciences focuses on physics and chemistry and is often required for university studies in scientific and engineering fields. Technical Sciences focuses more strongly on applied physics with supporting chemistry and is designed for learners pursuing technical careers.

Technical Sciences has achieved a 100% pass rate for the past three years, while the pass rate in Physical Sciences has improved by 8%.

Future Opportunities in this subject includes engineering and scientific university programmes, technical diplomas at Universities of Technology or TVET colleges, and apprenticeships and technical trades

What Learners Can Expect

Grade 8–9: Natural Sciences including physics, chemistry and biology foundations.
Grade 10–12:

  • Physical Sciences: Strong focus on physics and chemistry.
  • Technical Sciences: Greater focus on applied physics with supporting chemistry.

Afrikaans Home Language & First Additional Language

The Afrikaans Department focuses on more than language rules and assessments. Learners develop a love for the language through reading, writing, listening and speaking while building critical thinking and communication skills.

Both Afrikaans Home Language and First Additional Language are offered, ensuring learners are supported and challenged at their appropriate level.

Cultural Activities

Learners can participate in various enrichment opportunities:

  • Afrikaans Senior Olympiad
  • Afrikaans Junior Olympiad
  • Public Speaking Competition
  • Spelling Bee
  • Internal Writing Competition
  • Poetry and Verse Evening

These activities encourage creativity, confidence and a deeper appreciation of the language.

Social Sciences

Social Sciences combines History and Geography to deepen learners’ understanding of the world, societies and environments.

The subject is taught with a practical and relevant approach, focusing on critical thinking, problem solving and current global issues.

Learners develop skills that help them become informed and responsible citizens while building strong academic and analytical abilities.

English

The English Department focuses on developing strong reading, writing, speaking and analytical skills that are essential in any career. The curriculum includes language development as well as literature studies in the senior grades.

The Grade 12 class of 2025 achieved a 60% average in Home Language and 62% in First Additional Language.

Learners can participate in:

  • Spelling Bee
  • World Knowledge Quiz
  • Public Speaking
  • Poetry Evening

These activities encourage confidence, creativity and communication skills.

Strong English skills are valuable in fields such as:

  • Teaching
  • Journalism
  • Marketing
  • Business and communication careers

Electronics

Technical Electronics is offered in Grades 11 and 12 and focuses on understanding electronic systems and practical applications used in modern technology.

The subject achieved no failures in Grade 11 and Grade 12 in 2025.

Future Opportunities in thus subject includes apprenticeships and technical training programmes, further studies in electronics or electrical engineering, and industry training and employment.

Grade 8–9: Basic introduction to electronics concepts.
Grade 10–12: Progressive development from basic principles to more advanced electronic systems.

Mathematics & Technical Mathematics

HTS Pretoria-Tuine offers Mathematics (Grades 8–12) and Technical Mathematics (Grades 10–12).

Technical Mathematics replaced Mathematical Literacy as it aligns better with the school’s technical focus and prepares learners for technical careers.

  • 100% pass rate in Technical Mathematics in 2024 and 2025
  • Learner Pretty Tshipote won Gold in the National Mathematics Olympiad (2024)

Mathematics supports access to a wide range of degree and diploma programmes, depending on the study field requirements.

The mathematical topics remain consistent each year, while complexity and depth increase as learners progress through the grades. Technical Mathematics includes an additional practical application component.

Life Orientation

Life Orientation focuses on the holistic development of learners, including personal, social, emotional and physical wellbeing.

The subject prepares learners for the challenges of life by developing self-awareness, decision-making skills, goal setting and responsible citizenship.

The subject has maintained a 100% pass rate with distinctions and no Level 1 results for the past four years.

The skills gained benefit learners in all careers and support pathways such as:

  • Education
  • Social work
  • Community leadership
  • Career planning and research

Grade 8–9: Health, hygiene, world of work, and social responsibility.
Grade 10–12: Identity, human rights, careers, study skills, social challenges and responsible decision-making.

Civil Technology (Services)

Civil Technology (Services) focuses on the design, installation and maintenance of building services, including water systems, drainage, sanitation and basic infrastructure.

Learners develop both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in well-equipped workshops that simulate real working environments.

  • 100% pass rate for four consecutive years
  • Positive feedback from external moderators on practical standards

Learners may:

  • Study civil engineering or architecture
  • Enrol at a TVET college
  • Enter apprenticeships
  • Work as technical assistants
  • Start small businesses in building services or maintenance

Grade 8–9: Introduction to technical concepts and safety.
Grade 10–12: Specialized study with more complex projects and formal CAPS assessments.

Engineering Graphics and Design (EGD)

Engineering Graphics and Design is the technical language of design, teaching learners how to read and draw engineering plans used in manufacturing, architecture and engineering industries.

The subject achieved a 100% pass rate in 2023 and 2024.

EGD supports careers in:

  • Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Industrial design
  • Technical drawing
  • Manufacturing and product design

Grade 8–9: Basic drawing and design concepts within the Technology curriculum.
Grade 10–12: A full subject with increasing complexity and advanced technical drawing skills.

Electrical Technology: Digital

Digital Electronics focuses on electronic systems that operate using binary code (0s and 1s). These systems form the foundation of modern technologies such as computers, smartphones, communication networks and automation systems.

Learners study the design and operation of digital circuits and how they are used to build advanced technological systems.

The subject has achieved a 100% pass rate for the past three years.

Learners can pursue careers in:

  • Robotics
  • Automation
  • Information Technology
  • Telecommunications
  • Electronic engineering

Grade 8–9: Introductory exposure to electronics concepts.
Grade 10–12: Deeper theoretical study combined with practical application and system design.