DYO COURSES - YOUR EDUCATION, YOUR WAY

Not every learner finds their dream course in a standard catalogue. That’s why TOCS offers the Design Your Own Programme (DYO) — a flexible and innovative track that lets learners study courses that may not yet be part of TOCS’s listed programmes.

This could mean pursuing a new skill-based pathway such as Hairstyling, Makeup Artistry, Digital Photography, Fashion Merchandising, or Event Planning, or it could mean adapting an existing field like Healthcare, Aviation, or Logistics into a more specialised track aligned to a learner’s career goals.

Every DYO course is carefully structured in consultation with TOCS academic advisors, benchmarked against market demands, and formally validated by ASMATEC & CTDS. This ensures learners don’t just “create something random” — instead, they get a globally recognised certification for a course that may be unconventional, but is professionally approved and career-relevant. Learners can choose between a Self-Paced Mode, where they study at their own speed with mentor support available via email, WhatsApp, or phone, and a Fast-Track Mode, designed to be completed in 28 days with focused self-study, consolidated assessments, and on-demand mentor support.

Perfect For:

Students passionate about niche or creative fields not covered in existing TOCS Schools.
Professionals aiming to reskill, upgrade, or transition into new industries.
Aspiring entrepreneurs who want a course combining technical mastery with business skills.
Learners who want to align their personal passion with professional credibility.
International students looking for a globally recognised yet customised qualification.

Benefits for Learners

The Design Your Own Programme (DYO) gives learners the freedom to pursue courses that are not part of TOCS’s listed options, while still enjoying international recognition. This means if someone wishes to study any course, TOCS can create a tailored curriculum for them, covering both practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Every DYO course is designed with TOCS advisors, aligned with industry needs, and validated by ASMATEC & CTDS, ensuring the qualification is credible and globally accepted. This allows learners to explore niche or emerging fields, prepare for specialised careers, or even design entrepreneurial pathways like combining creative skills with business management to start their own venture. It is also ideal for professionals looking to re-skill or transition into new careers, or for students who want to combine their passion with a globally recognised qualification. Ultimately, DYO empowers learners to convert personal interests into career-ready expertise, giving them both the flexibility of choice and the strength of international credibility.

Freedom to study unlisted or niche courses (e.g., hairstyling, photography, fitness).
Global recognition with ASMATEC & CTDS approval.
Pathways for specialised careers and entrepreneurship.
Opportunity to reskill or change careers with a structured, market-driven syllabus.
Balance of personal passion and professional credibility.

How It Works

The Design Your Own Programme (DYO) is a simple yet structured process that ensures flexibility for learners while maintaining international credibility. Learners begin by sharing their career goals or desired course area with TOCS advisors. Together, a customised curriculum is drafted, drawing from both existing TOCS subjects and new, market-demand skills. This draft is then reviewed and formally validated by ASMATEC & CTDS to ensure global recognition and industry alignment. Once approved, the learner enrols and begins their course with full academic and mentorship support.

Consultation – Meet with TOCS academic advisors to discuss career goals, passions, or niche areas of interest.
Curriculum Design – A tailored course is drafted, balancing theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and market demand.
Approval – The customised plan is reviewed and validated by ASMATEC & CTDS for global credibility.
Enrolment – Learners confirm duration, mode of study, and fees before beginning.
Learning & Mentorship – Study with continuous guidance, access to expert trainers, and practical exposure.
Certification – Graduate with an internationally recognised qualification under TOCS.