Tshwane University of Technology invites prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students to apply for admission for the 2027 academic year.
TUT Applications Opening Date: 1 April 2026
TUT Application Closing Date: 30 September 2026 for most programmes
Application Method: Online
Applicants should note that some programmes have earlier closing dates, including 15 June 2026 and 31 July 2026. TUT confirms that other programmes close on 30 September 2026. Applicants must therefore check the closing date for their chosen qualification before applying.
About Tshwane University of Technology
Tshwane University of Technology is one of South Africa’s universities of technology, offering career-focused qualifications across several academic faculties.
TUT offers programmes in fields such as:
- Arts and Design
- Economics and Finance
- Engineering and the Built Environment
- Humanities
- Information and Communication Technology
- Management Sciences
- Science
- Business and postgraduate studies
Prospective students should consult the official TUT course information and admission requirements before submitting an application.
TUT Applications for 2027
Applications for first-year undergraduate admission for the 2027 academic year opened on 1 April 2026.
Applications are completed through TUT’s official online application platform. The platform allows new applicants to start an application and returning applicants to continue an incomplete application.
Applicants should apply as early as possible because a programme may close once all available spaces have been filled.
TUT Application Closing Dates for 2027
TUT uses different closing dates depending on the qualification.
The published closing dates include:
- 15 June 2026: Selected programmes
- 31 July 2026: Selected programmes
- 30 September 2026: Other programmes
The official TUT programme closing-date page states that programmes not assigned an earlier deadline will close on 30 September 2026.
Applicants should not assume that every programme remains open until September. Qualifications with earlier deadlines may stop accepting applications before 30 September 2026.
Who Can Apply?
Applications may be submitted by:
- Current Grade 12 learners
- Applicants who have already completed Grade 12
- Students transferring from another institution
- Applicants seeking postgraduate admission
- Returning applicants applying for a new qualification
- South African and international applicants who meet the relevant requirements
Admission is not automatic. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements for their chosen qualification, including the required subjects and Admission Point Score.
Faculties at TUT
Applicants may explore qualifications offered through the following faculties:
- Faculty of Arts and Design
- Faculty of Economics and Finance
- Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Information and Communication Technology
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Science
- Tshwane School for Business and Society
Programme availability, admission requirements and closing dates differ between faculties.
Documents Needed to Apply at TUT
Undergraduate applicants should prepare clear electronic copies of their supporting documents.
Documents may include:
- South African identity document or passport
- Grade 11 final results for current Grade 12 learners
- Final National Senior Certificate results for applicants who have completed Grade 12
- Academic records for applicants who previously studied at another institution
- Proof of payment of the application fee, where required
- Additional documents required for a specific qualification
TUT’s application guidance identifies an identity document, Grade 11 or final National Senior Certificate results, and proof of application-fee payment among the documents required for undergraduate applications.
International applicants may be required to provide additional documents.
How to Apply at TUT for 2027
Follow these steps to complete an online application:
- Open the official TUT online application portal.
- Select whether you are a South African citizen.
- Indicate whether you already have a TUT student number.
- Select whether you are starting a new application or returning to complete one.
- Enter your personal and contact information.
- Select the qualification you wish to study.
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Pay the applicable application fee, where required.
- Review all information before submitting.
- Save your student number and application details.
Applicants should use an email address they can access because the application system may send a one-time PIN and other important correspondence to that address.
How to Apply
Click here to apply for Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Applications 2027
The official online portal allows applicants to start a new application or return to complete an existing application.
Applicants should only use official TUT platforms and should not pay individuals who promise university placement. TUT has warned prospective students that applications are conducted online and that applicants should avoid placement scams.
How to Check Your TUT Application Status
After submitting an application, applicants can check their status using TUT’s online application-status facility.
Applicants may be required to enter:
- South African identity number; or
- Surname
- Full name
- Date of birth
The status portal can also help applicants locate their TUT student number.
Important Application Tips
Applicants should:
- Check the exact closing date for their qualification.
- Apply before the programme reaches capacity.
- Confirm that they meet the required APS and subject requirements.
- Upload clear and readable documents.
- Use their own active email address and cellphone number.
- Keep their student number and login details safe.
- Regularly check their application status.
- Respond promptly when TUT requests additional information.
Submitting an application does not guarantee admission. Selection depends on academic eligibility, programme capacity and other applicable admission criteria.
TUT Contact Details
Applicants who need assistance may contact TUT through:
Telephone: +27 (0)86 110 2421
Email: general@tut.ac.za
These details are listed on TUT’s official website
TUT Applications 2027 Closing Date
Most TUT programmes close on:
30 September 2026
However, selected qualifications close on 15 June 2026 or 31 July 2026. Applicants must confirm their programme-specific deadline and submit their applications early.
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