Study to become a Qualified Recognized Teacher
TOGI offers a fully online and affordable PGCE Senior and FET Phase Teaching, BEd Intermediate Phase Teaching, BEd in Foundation Phase Teaching, and BEd Senior and FET Phase Teaching. Ashra Norton and Dr. Ali Adam, guided by a shared vision to create a transformative educational institution. Founded under the provisions of the Higher Education Act 101 of 1997, TOGI embodies the spirit of innovation and diversity that this legislation encourages, standing proudly as a private higher education provider within South Africa’s dynamic educational landscape. From the outset, TOGI has been dedicated to one critical mission: advancing teacher education. By launching its flagship programme, the Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Intermediate Phase Teaching in 2017, TOGI addressed significant challenges in literacy and numeracy education in primary schools. This commitment laid a solid foundation for enhancing educational standards across South Africa, driving excellence in both secondary and tertiary sectors. In February 2017, the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) formally acknowledged TOGI as a private higher education provider. This milestone followed the successful accreditation of the BEd (Intermediate Phase Teaching) programme by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) and its registration with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). TOGI’s journey of growth and innovation continued in 2020 with the accreditation of the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) for Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching. The first cohort of PGCE students embarked on their studies in January 2021, successfully graduating in December of the same year. In 2022, TOGI further expanded its academic offerings by achieving accreditation for the Bachelor of Education (BEd) in Foundation Phase Teaching. This significant achievement was followed by the enrolment of the first cohort of Foundation Phase students in January 2023, underscoring TOGI’s ongoing commitment to shaping the future of South African education. Today, TOGI stands as a beacon of excellence in teacher education, inspiring a new generation of educators to lead with confidence, compassion, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Registration & Accreditation:
Two Oceans Graduate Institute is provisional registration with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) under the Higher Education Act, 1997, valid until December 31, 2026 (Registration No. 2017/HE08/001). As part of the standard process for all new private higher education institutions, TOGI is undergoing a candidacy phase of provisional registration. A quality audit by the Council on Higher Education (CHE) is scheduled for late 2025, paving the way for TOGI’s transition to full registration.
