University of Technology
NSFAS
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Pretoria, Gauteng
3.6/5
60,000 students
Min APS: 22
AddressStaatsartillerie Road, Pretoria West, 0001
Websitehttps://www.tut.ac.za
Emailgeneral@tut.ac.za
Phone+27 12 382 5911
Applications Open1 April 2026
Applications Close30 June 2026
Application FeeR240
NSFAS FundedYes
About TUT
TUT is the largest residential university of technology in South Africa with multiple campuses offering career-focused qualifications.
Facilities: Library, Workshops, Labs, Sports Facilities, Residences.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Largest university of technology in SA
- Career-focused practical training
- Multiple campuses across Gauteng and beyond
- Strong industry partnerships for internships
- Affordable tuition
Cons
- Administration backlogs
- Overcrowded during registration
- Infrastructure challenges
- Limited research output compared to traditional universities
- Student protests have disrupted academics
Courses Offered
| Course | Faculty | Duration | Min APS | Funding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Information Technology | ICT | 3 years | 24 | NSFAS |
| Diploma in Electrical Engineering | Engineering | 3 years | 26 | NSFAS |
| Diploma in Civil Engineering | Engineering | 3 years | 26 | NSFAS |
| Diploma in Accounting | Management Sciences | 3 years | 24 | NSFAS |
| Diploma in Journalism | Arts | 3 years | 24 | NSFAS |
| Diploma in Nursing | Health Sciences | 3 years | 26 | NSFAS |
| Diploma in Mechanical Engineering | Engineering | 3 years | 26 | NSFAS |
| Diploma in Hospitality Management | Management Sciences | 3 years | 22 | NSFAS |
| Diploma in Agriculture | Science | 3 years | 22 | NSFAS |
| Advanced Diploma in Engineering | Engineering | 1 year | 28 | NSFAS |
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