The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has seven faculties offering more than 300 programme options, from higher certificates and diplomas to bachelor's degrees. As a university of technology, many of its programmes are career-focused. The details below come from TUT's 2027 General Information for First Year Enrolment.
TUT's seven faculties
- Faculty of Arts and Design: programmes such as the Diploma in Commercial Photography
- Faculty of Economics and Finance: programmes such as the Diploma in Accounting
- Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment: Bachelor of Engineering Technology degrees in Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical, Mechatronic and Metallurgical Engineering, plus the Bachelor of Architecture, Bachelor of Geomatics and Diploma in Building Science
- Faculty of Humanities: BEd degrees in Foundation Phase, Intermediate Phase, and Senior Phase and FET Teaching, plus diplomas such as Correctional and Rehabilitation Studies
- Faculty of Information and Communication Technology: diplomas such as Computer Science and Computer Systems Engineering
- Faculty of Management Sciences: diplomas such as Administrative Information Management, Adventure Tourism Management and Casino Resort Management
- Faculty of Science: natural sciences, health sciences and agriculture, including the Bachelor of Pharmacy, Bachelor of Nursing, Radiography, Biokinetics, Medical Laboratory Science, Veterinary Technology and diplomas in Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology and Animal Sciences
TUT's campuses
TUT teaches at several campuses in Gauteng, Limpopo and Mpumalanga, including Pretoria, Soshanguve North and South, Ga-Rankuwa, Arcadia, Arts, Polokwane, eMalahleni and Mbombela. Check which campus offers your programme, because not every programme is offered everywhere.
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy?
- Mathematics is compulsory for the Faculties of Science, Engineering and the Built Environment, and ICT.
- Mathematical Literacy is optional for the Faculty of Arts and Design.
- The Faculties of Management Sciences, Economics and Finance, and Humanities accept either.
Extended curriculum programmes
Some programmes, such as the Bachelor of Architecture, the Diploma in Computer Science and the Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering, have an extended curriculum programme. These add foundational support for students who need it.
Admission basics
TUT needs an NSC with at least six subjects, including English at level 3 or higher, and Mathematics, Technical Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy as each programme requires. Bachelor's degrees need four subjects at level 4, and diplomas need four subjects at level 3. Life Orientation is not counted in the APS. See the TUT admission requirements page for details.
Applying early
A programme may close at any time once it is full, even before its deadline. So apply early, as explained on the how to apply page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many faculties does TUT have?
TUT has seven faculties offering more than 300 programme options.
Which TUT faculties require Mathematics?
Science, Engineering and the Built Environment, and ICT.
Can a TUT programme close before its deadline?
Yes. A programme may close once it is full.