Durban University of Technology (DUT) 2027 Application Guide

The Durban University of Technology has officially opened applications for the 2027 academic year. Prospective students interested in pursuing programmes in Management Sciences, Accounting & Information Technology, Arts & Design, Engineering and the Built Environment, Applied Sciences, or Health Sciences are encouraged to submit their applications. DUT offers a dynamic learning environment and a wide range of high-quality courses, making it an ideal choice for students looking to build a strong academic and professional foundation.

Application Period for Durban University of Technology (DUT)

The application period for enrollment at the Durban University of Technology for the 2027 academic year runs from 1 March 2026 to 30 November 2026. This is the official timeframe for submitting your application for consideration.

However, some programmes have earlier closing dates. For a complete list of courses and their specific deadlines, see the DUT Application Closing Dates HERE.

Application Fees for Durban University of Technology (DUT)

For the 2027 admission cycle, the Durban University of Technology requires all applicants to pay a non-refundable application fee. The fee varies depending on your citizenship status:

R250 for South African applicants
R300 for international applicants

Reapplying After a Previous Rejection

If you were not accepted into a programme previously, you will generally need to submit a new application to be considered again. For example, applicants who applied to the Durban University of Technology for the 2026 intake but were unsuccessful must submit a fresh application for the same intake through the Central Applications Office (CAO) to be considered.

Mode of Application

The Durban University of Technology accepts applications exclusively through the Central Applications Office (CAO), a recognised non-governmental organisation in South Africa. All first-time undergraduate applicants must submit their applications via the official CAO online portal. Direct applications to DUT are not permitted for undergraduate programmes.

Apply for Multiple Courses Online

The Durban University of Technology allows applicants to apply for up to six qualifications within a single online application. For the 2026 admissions cycle, all applications are processed in the order they are received through the Central Applications Office (CAO), and only one application fee is required for multiple programme selections.

Documents Required

The documents outlined below must be uploaded during the online process:

Certified copies of your identity document
Final Grade 11 & Grade 12 certificate ( June/ Trial report if you have not written your final examination)
Students transferring from other universities should submit an original academic record and a certificate of good conduct
A valid study permit
A valid medical aid/health insurance cover
A valid passport
Proof of application fee

Uploading Supporting Documents

The Durban University of Technology (DUT) online application system will prompt you to upload supporting documents after you’ve finished filling out the application. Make sure to upload the correct document for each designated certificate code. Here’s a step-by-step guide to uploading all your outstanding documents:

Go to www.cao.ac.za, the Central Applications Office’s website.
On the Home Page, click the ‘Upload My Document’ icon.
Read the instructions to find out what you need to ‘login to upload your documents’.
Once logged in, follow the instructions to upload your documents and, if applicable, enter your examination results.
Check to ensure that you have uploaded the correct documents and entered the correct results, as needed.
When you’re ready, click the ‘Submit My Documents’ button.

How to Confirm Your Online Application Submission to DUT

After submitting your application to the Durban University of Technology (DUT), you should receive a confirmation email or SMS with details about your application. Be sure to check your junk mail folder in case the notification lands there.

DUT also offers an online application tracking system on their website. This allows you to monitor the progress of your application.

CONTACT DUT

Postal Address: Post Office Box 1334, Durban 4000
Contact Number: 031 373 2000 (DBN) / 033 845 8800 (PMB)
Email Address: info@dut.ac.za
For more information, visit the official website here.

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