TUT Online Application 2027 Now Open: Dates, Requirements and How to Apply

Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is pleased to announce that online applications for the 2027 academic year are now open. Whether you are planning to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate studies, this is your opportunity to join one of South Africa’s leading institutions. Please note that the application portal will close after the deadline, and no late submissions will be accepted — so it is important to apply as early as possible.

If you have strong Grade 12 or secondary school results, now is the time to take advantage of this opportunity and further your studies in the 2027 academic intake. Read on as we guide you step-by-step through the application process and provide all the important details you need to apply successfully

TUT 2027 Application Period

The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has a strict application window for the 2027 academic year. To ensure your application is considered, you must apply within the following dates:

Opening Date: 1 April 2026
Closing Date: 30 September 2026

Important Notice on Deadlines

No Late Applications: The online system will automatically close at midnight on September 30. Unlike some other institutions, TUT generally does not accept late applications once the system is locked.

TUT Qualifications

Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications, including Higher Certificates, Diplomas, Bachelor’s Degrees, Postgraduate Diplomas, Master’s Degrees, and Doctoral programmes. The university provides more than 300 accredited courses that are recognised both nationally and internationally.

During the application process, applicants are required to select at least two courses of study. These programmes are offered across the following faculties and schools:

Arts and Design
Economics and Finance
Engineering and the Built Environment
Humanities
Information and Communication Technology
Management Sciences
Science
Tshwane School for Business and Society

Minimum Entry Requirements

No student may be admitted to a TUT programme without first completing the online application process and meeting the entry requirements for the 2027 academic year.

To be considered for a Higher Certificate, Diploma, or Bachelor’s Degree, applicants must have obtained a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Grade 12 results.

Admission is also based on your Admission Point Score (APS), so it is important to ensure that your results meet the required APS for your chosen programme.

How to Apply

Tshwane University of Technology accepts both online and manual applications. Applicants must ensure that all required supporting documents are submitted before the application closing date to avoid delays or disqualification.

Medium Of Instruction

It is the policy of the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) to use English as the primary language of teaching, instruction, communication and documentation.

How to choose a course at TUT

Making a career decision should not be taken lightly. There are several aspects that need to be taken into account. The following steps form part of a comprehensive career plan.

Step 1: Identify your interests
Step 2: Know your personality
Step 3: Know your aptitude
Step 4: Know your values and needs
Step 5: Conduct career research
Step 6: Make a career decision

TUT Online Application Process for 2027

To apply for admission, please visit www.tut.ac.za
Please provide your South African ID number OR Passport number to log in.
Fill in the required information on the online application form. An asterisk (*) denotes the REQUIRED/COMPULSORY Field. Any of these will invalidate your application.
Upload all supporting documentation: Continue to upload the required files. These documents must be scanned and uploaded individually. The scanned files should not exceed 5MB or 572KB in size. Tiff, pdf, jpg, or gif file formats are required.
Pay the application fee
Submit the fully completed online application
Following the processing of the application, the applicant will be assigned a unique reference number (his/her student number) for identification purposes.

TUT Manual Applications for 2027

Complete an Application for Admission form and post it to:

Tshwane University of Technology
Private Bag X680
Pretoria 0001

Address for hand deliveries and applications in person. All hand-delivered applications and applications submitted in person should be submitted to:

Central Admissions Office
Building 21-LG20
Pretoria Campus
Staatsartillerie Road
Pretoria West

TUT Contact Centre

Telephone: 086 110 2421
Email Address: general@tut.ac.za
SMS Number: 30655

Visit the official website for more information.

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