cput ac za apply 2025-2026

CPUT Waiting List 2025 -CPUT Application Status

cput ac za apply 2025-2026

The application period for domestic, international, and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) applications for the 2025-2026 academic year at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) is officially opened. It is open from May 16, 2024, to March 15, 2025.

CPUT welcomes a diverse student body, with over 3,000 foreign students from 74 countries speaking over 100 languages. They are currently accepting applications from all undergraduate and postgraduate students from outside of South Africa for the upcoming academic year. If you are interested in applying, be sure to check the CPUT website for more information and apply accordingly.

All undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications obtained outside of South Africa must be evaluated and confirmed by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) before applying to study at CPUT in 2024. For further information about SAQA and International entrance requirements for 2024, please visit the official website of SAQA.

CPUT 2025 Admission requirements for international applicants

The prospectus for 2025-2026 contains the admission requirements for the various programs offered at CPUT. During the selection process for the academic year 2025-2026, you may also be required to take a series of examinations to aid in placement.

Students with Cambridge qualifications should meet the following requirements:

Passes at least five different subjects of the IGCSE and HIGCSE study levels, of which at least two are HIGCSE level subjects.
A pass in the language which is the medium of instruction at the University (English or Afrikaans).
Specific pass grades: IGCSE: A, B, or C; HIGCSE: 1, 2, or 3.
Other senior school qualifications will be reviewed on merit.

Documents Required For SAQA Applications 2025-2026

SAQA will only accept online applications for the evaluation of foreign applications with the following documents for 2025-2026

All qualification documents, i.e. the highest school certificate issued by the official examining body.
Complete and legible transcripts of academic records in respect of all degrees or other higher education qualifications, together with the final certificates, preceding qualifications leading to any post-graduate or other advanced qualification when the latter is submitted.
Certificates in foreign languages should be submitted with sworn translations into English by an accredited translator.

Ways of Verifying and Evaluating International Qualifications

Here are the ways to verify international qualifications with the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA):

Collect Required Documents
Check SAQA Requirements
Complete the Application Form
Pay the Evaluation Fee
Certify and Authenticate Documents
Submit Application and Documents
Wait for the Evaluation
Receive the Evaluation Report
Use the Evaluation Report

How to Apply Online 2025 at CPUT

All online applications submitted through the self-service portal must be completed by the deadline:

Go to www.cput.ac.za and follow the next steps:
Choose a program
Gather your documentation or upload further/outstanding documentation
Complete the Online application form for 2025

CPUT Residential Applications For 2025

For accommodation for the academic year 2025-2026, RPL and international students must complete and submit a manual application form, which may be obtained from the CPUT website. This form contains an application for academic programs as well as an application for accommodation, which will be submitted to the Housing Unit. Please do not apply for residence accommodation through the Internet.

The manual academic application form, which can be obtained from the Admissions and Registration Centre or downloaded from the CPUT website, is divided into two sections: academic and housing. Manual applications will be accepted only from RPL and international students.

Track CPUT 2025 Application

Click here to check the status of your application and/or to download admission-related communication/letters. Successful applicants will also be notified by SMS of their acceptance to the institution.

Study permit

You must apply for your study permit at your home country’s South African High Commission, Embassy, Consulate, or Trade Mission. You must have the following documents with you:

A fully completed application form
A valid and current passport
A letter of provisional admission and a letter of undertaking from CPUT
A medical certificate
Proof of medical cover that will be valid in South Africa or details of arrangements made with regard to medical cover or insurance to be obtained on arrival
A repatriation guarantee
A study permit fee
Medical aid coverage or insurance
Confirmation letter from your medical aid that you will be covered while in SA.

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