Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Late Application Information

Wanting to apply last minute? Or make some 11th-hour changes? Here’s what you should know…

Monday saw hundreds of students queuing up at both the University of Johannesburg and the Tshwane University of Technology, in a bid to seal their place on a higher learning course. Here, we’re looking at how a late application works with TUT.

There’s an 11th-hour scramble for places – as well as switches to other university courses – due to Jacob Zuma’s grand announcement that university education will be free from onwards. Students who previously couldn’t afford tertiary learning, or to undertake a certain course, now have a glimmer of hope.

It’s going to be a manic week for universities all across South Africa, but TUT is a university expecting one of the highest volumes of applicants. If you are thinking of taking on a degree, it’s certainly not too late…

Tshwane University of Technology late application:

Can we walk-in to apply?

The university has issued a strict ‘no walk-ins’ policy, and encourages students to apply online via www.tut.ac.za. There is no guarantee that you will be able to use campus IT facilities should you turn up on site.

Prospective students can also submit applications for study through the Central Application System (CAPS) on cach.dhet@gov.za​.

When is the deadline to apply for TUT?

With official registration beginning on Monday 15th January, students only have until Friday 12th January to apply for their chosen course. With just a few days before the deadline, this really is your last chance to sign up for the school year.

How many students can apply for TUT?

According to its official website, the Tshwane institution has taken just over 100,000 applications. However, they only have 15,500 first-year places available.

What courses are still available to study?

Faculty of Information and Communication Technology
Soshanguve campus, N Dip

  • Computer System Engineering – 40 spaces available
  • Computer System Engineering (Extended programme) – 30 spaces available
  • Information Technology (Mainstream) –86 spaces available
  • Information Technology (Extended programme) – 160 spaces available

Faculty of Humanities

Soshanguve North Campus

Faculty of Humanities 

Educational Studies 

  • Technical and Vocational Education – 100 spaces available at a minimum APS score of 20

Faculty of Economics and Finance

Ga-Rankuwa Campus, N Dip

  • Accounting – 74 spaces available
  • Managerial Accounting and Finance – 95 spaces available
  • Public Sector Finance – 8 spaces available

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment

Pretoria Campus

  • Higher Certificate Industrial Engineering – 39 spaces

Management Sciences

Pretoria Campus, N Dip

  • Contact Centre – 33 spaces available
  • Office Management and Technology – 20 spaces available
  • Credit Management (Extended programme) – 20 spaces available
  • Entrepreneurship (Extended programme) – 53 spaces available
  • Recreation Management – 14 spaces
  • Retail Business Management – 90 spaces
  • Management Services– 30 spaces

Faculty of Science

Pretoria Campus

  • N Dip Agriculture: Crop Production -30 spaces
  • N Dip Agriculture: Development and Extension – 13 spaces available
  • Bachelor Environmental Sciences – 20 spaces available
  • N Dip: Game Ranch management –  17 spaces available
  • Higher Certificate Dental Assisting (block mode)– 21 spaces available

Faculty of Science

Acadia Campus, N Dip

  • Food Technology extended – 55 spaces available
  • Environmental Sciences (Extended programme) – 20 spaces available
  • Water Care extended – 38 spaces available
  • Industrial Physics– 44 spaces

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Overview of Public Universities in South Africa

Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.

University of Pretoria

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
  • Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.

University of Cape Town

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
  • Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.

Stellenbosch University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.

University of the Witwatersrand

  • Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
  • Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.

University of Johannesburg

  • Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
  • Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.

University of the Free State

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.

University of Venda

  • Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
  • Application Period: Usually from May to September.

University of Fort Hare

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
  • Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.

University of the Western Cape

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Generally from May to September.

North-West University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.

Rhodes University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
  • Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.

Nelson Mandela University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
  • Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.

University of Limpopo

  • Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

University of Zululand

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
  • Application Period: Usually between April and November.

Central University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.

Vaal University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
  • Application Period: Typically from May to September.

Walter Sisulu University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.