TUT Admission Requirements: Full Details

 

If you want to apply to the Tshwane University of Technology, you should know some things. Here are the TUT Admission Requirements for all aspiring students of the university.

The Tshwane University of Technology has released the admission requirements for all their programs for the new session. Before any student can gain admission into the Tshwane University of Technology, applicants must meet the minimum standards for the program they are applying to.

​​TUT Admission Requirements

To become a student at TUT, applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

TUT General admission requirements

Below are the TUT General Admission Requirements:

• Applicants must have a pass mark in English at the Senior Certificate level (minimum additional language; specific programs may require first or home language status).
• Each course has its particular admission requirements.
• Some programs do require students to write an admission test, which will determine whether they will be admitted to the program or if they will be recommended to enroll in a relevant foundation course.
• The following table indicates the levels of performance required for entry to specific levels of study:

TUT Requirements NSC – Gaps your profile ​

Results format for the new NSC-G and the minimum admission requirements for TUT:

Rating code​		Rating Marks
7	Outstanding achievement	80 – 100
6	Meritorious achievement	70 – 79
5	Degree substantial achievement	60 – 69
4	Diploma adequate achievement	50 – 59
3	Foundation moderate achievement	40 – 49
2	Elementary achievement	30 – 39
1​	Not achieved	0 –​ 29

Prospective students should note that TUT admission requirements of programs offered by TUT could change yearly.

​​Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy?

All learners must take one of the two subjects for NSC-G purposes

​​TUT position:

• Mathematics is only relevant to programs that require prior knowledge of mathematics; other programs only require Mathematical Literacy. (You can look at the DoE curriculum statements to know more about this; the information is available on the DoE website).

TUT Minimum entry requirements for Higher Certificate

The minimum TUT admission requirement for a National Senior Certificate (NSC) is a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution as certified by the Council for General and Further Education and Training (Umalusi).

Programs may require an appropriate combination of NSC subjects and level of achievement as a consideration to giving out admission. An institution may determine that a Higher Certificate in Architectural Design requires, in addition to the NSC, a specified level of attainment in Design and an associated recognized subject.

TUT Minimum entry requirements for Diploma

The minimum requirement for a Diploma program in TUT is a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution as certified by Umalusi. An achievement rating of 3 (Moderate Achievement, 40-49%) or better in four recognized NSC 20-credit subjects is also a requirement.

Programs or institutions may require an appropriate combination of NSC subjects and level of achievement as a consideration to giving out admission. An example is a Diploma in Data metrics requiring a pass at a prescribed level in Mathematics or Information Technology.

TUT Minimum entry requirements for Bachelor’s Degree

Below are the minimum requirements for students who want to study a degree program:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution as certified by Umalusi.
• An achievement rating of 4 (Adequate Achievement, 50-59%) or better in four subjects chosen from the following recognized 20-credit NSC subjects.

The above are the admission requirements for students who want to study a program at TUT. If you have any questions, use the comment box to contact us.

How to Apply for Admission to Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)

• Visit www.tut.ac.za 
• Complete the request information form.
• Once you qualify, you will be issued an application link.
• Ensure you complete the application form correctly and double-check all details before your submission.
• Upload all necessary documents, including your ID.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Below are some frequently asked questions about TUT admission requirements.

 

What is the Admission Point Score for TUT?

Before one can be considered qualified for admission, one must have achieved an Admission Point Score (APS) of 26 in Mathematics or 28 in Mathematical Literacy.

 

How Much is the Application Fee for TUT?

The application fee for the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is R240.

 

Is TUT a Private or Public University?

Established in January 2004, Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is a publicly owned and recognized university in South Africa.

 

Which Courses are Still Available at TUT?

Some courses still available at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) include BEng Tech, Diploma in Credit Management, BGeomatics, Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Diploma in Multimedia Computing, Diploma in Informatics, and Diploma in Computer Science.