Computer Applications Technology (CAT) offers the opportunity to develop a valuable life skill for entering the world of work immediately on leaving school. Excellent marketable end-user skills are obtained on the Microsoft Office suite as well as general computing, effective internet usage, email and researching skills.  It is a three year course and starts in Grade 10. It is not possible for a learner to drop a subject at Grade 11 level, so that she can take up CAT at a later stage. CAT is a recommended subject for further studies for example in Education, Computer Studies, Technology and Business Studies.

In Grade 12, a learner is required to complete a portfolio of work consisting of two large tasks, three tests and two examinations.  This portfolio makes up 100 out of the final 400 marks.  They are further required to complete a research based practical project which makes up another 100 out of the final 400 marks.  Their Final Theory and Final Practical examinations make up the other 100 each.