Emeris isn't just a new name, it's the unification of the Varsity College, MSA and Vega School brands to deliver world-class higher education. With a focus on critical thinking and problem-solving skills, our approach equips students to succeed in today's complex and fast-changing world. Read More...
Here's why Emeris stands out:
Our philosophy ensures every student is encouraged and equipped to reach their full potential academically, professionally, and personally. It’s immersive, participative, and designed to develop thinking skills that last a lifetime.
Through Active Learning, you don’t just memorise content — you develop real-world skills like adaptability, critical thinking, and problem solving that today’s employers value most.
Emeris is designed to help students stay ahead. We believe that success in the modern world isn’t about what you know – it’s about how you think.
From our “Active Learning System” to a robust network of academic and personal support, everything we do is designed to help you succeed.
The world is changing. Fast. Our programmes are built around Active Learning and real-world outcomes. Preparing you to be your best.
At Emeris, our alumni are fully equipped to thrive in the world of work and are a testament to the power of transformative, future-focused education. Our highly employable graduates go on to make meaningful contributions across industries, both locally and globally. As part of our alumni community, you remain connected to a network of driven professionals, ongoing career support, and lifelong learning opportunities that continue long after graduation.
Don’t just take our word for it. Meet some of our alumni here.
Researcher and Associate Lecturer
Company: PRICELESS SA - SAMRC/Wits Centre for Health Economics and Decision Science
Several skills and lessons from my education, particularly through my IIE LLB qualification, have been invaluable in my career. I believe that learning is a lifelong journey, and I intend to continue expanding my knowledge through further study, whether by pursuing a third master’s degree or eventually a PhD.
Supply Chain Controller
Company: Precision Global
I acquired fundamental skills and knowledge through my undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications, which resulted in a promotion as Supply Chain Controller. This opportunity expanded my knowledge of management styles and strategic operations. I plan to work towards becoming a director in my company.
Senior Management Accountant
Company: TMF Group
My IIE BCom qualification gave me exposure to various aspects of investments, which helped elevate my career. I am currently working towards securing an analyst role in the future.
Founder and Director
Company: Travel Tractions Marketing
I started my own company in the travel sector, and with a background in Commerce, I lead the team in creating content, managing PR, and launching innovative travel MVPs, turning market gaps into viable digital businesses and investment opportunities.
Pricing Analyst: Employee Benefits
Company: Rand Mutual Assurance
My Commerce background has shaped my mindset and vision in business environments and enhanced my technical skills, which have guided me throughout my career.
Sales Executive
Company: Pharoah Auto Investments
The skills and knowledge I gained through my Corporate Communication qualification taught me how to solve problems and drive change within an organisation, which has helped me immensely in my career. In the future, I plan to run my own company.
01 July 2026
In South Africa, private higher education is often assumed to be for wealthy students or those who did not get into public universities. It is also commonly linked to privilege, exclusivity, and social status. There has long been misconception that these institutions are less credible than public universities like the University of Johannesburg, University of Pretoria, Wits, or Stellenbosch, and that attending them does not carry the same academic weight or career value.
An educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education
Formed by the strategic evolution of The IIE's Varsity College, IIE MSA, Vega and
the School of Hospitality and Service Management, uniting under the Emeris name.
Emeris is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd which is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2007/HE07/002). Company registration number: 1987/004754/07. View certificate here.
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