TUT courses available for 2025-2026: Complete list with faculties, requirements

The demand for tertiary or higher education in South Africa grows every year. The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is one of the country's sought-after institutions of higher learning. There are numerous TUT courses available for 2025-2026 for high school diploma holders who meet the institutes' admission requirements.

• Technikon Northern Gauteng, Technikon North-West, and Technikon Pretoria merged to form the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT).
• The TUT prospectus for 2026 contains all the necessary information about TUT academic programmes.
• TUT is located along Staatsartillerie Rd, Pretoria West.
• The updated list of TUT courses available for 2025-2026 features diploma, undergraduate, Master's and PhD programmes.

TUT courses available for 2025-2026

The Tshwane University of Technology is a fantastic choice for higher certificate, diploma, undergraduate, or postgraduate studies.

TUT is among the public tertiary institutions where academically deserving and financially needy students get financial aid from NSFAS. Here are all the details about all TUT courses and requirements.

TUT faculties

Did you know you can apply for an NSFAS student loan as you also apply to join TUT? This university offers more than 400 academic programmes through seven faculties, as listed below.

• Arts & Design
• Economics & Finance
• Engineering & the Built Environment
• Humanities
• ICT
• Management Sciences
• Science
• Distance Education

Faculty of Arts and Design courses

The Faculty of Arts and Design lists the following courses and NQL admission requirements:

Department of Design Studies

• Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Jewelry Design and Manufacture - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Jewelry Design and Manufacture - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Design - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Fine and Applied Arts - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Art and Design - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Art and Design - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Fine and Studio Arts

• Diploma in Fine and Applied Arts - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Fine and Applied Arts - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Fine and Applied Arts - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Art and Design - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Art and Design - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Interior Design

• Diploma in Interior Design - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Interior Design - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Interior Design - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Art and Design - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Art and Design - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Performing Arts

• Higher Certificate in Music - NQF Level 5 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Performing Arts - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Performing Arts - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Performing Arts - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Art and Design - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Art and Design - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Visual Communication

• Diploma in Commercial Photography - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Commercial Photography - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Integrated Communication Design - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Integrated Communication Design - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Design - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Motion Picture Production - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Motion Picture Production - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Master of Picture Production - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Picture Production - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Master of Art and Design - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Art and Design - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Faculty of Economics and Finance

The Faculty of Economics and Finance lists these courses and NQL admission requirements:

Department of Accounting

• Higher Certificate in Accounting - NQF Level 5 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Accounting - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Accounting - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Doctor of Business Studies - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Auditing

• Diploma in Internal Auditing - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Internal Auditing - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Internal Auditing - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Business Studies in Auditing - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Business Studies - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Economics

• Diploma in Economics - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Economics - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Economics - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master’ of Economics in Comparative Local Development - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)

Department of Finance and Investment

• Diploma in Financial Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Financial Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Financial Planning - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Business Studies in Finance - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Business Studies - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Public Sector Finance

• Diploma in Public Finance - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Public Finance - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Public Finance - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Business Studies in Finance - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Business Studies - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment

The Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment lists the courses listed below with their NQL admission requirements:

Department of Architecture and Industrial Design

• Bachelor of Architecture - NQF Level 8 (480 credits)
• Bachelor of Architecture (Extended Curriculum) - NQF Level 8 (480 credits)
• Master of Architecture - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Architecture - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Industrial Design - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Industrial Design - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)

Department of Building Sciences

• Diploma in Building - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Building Science - NQF Level 6 (410 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Construction Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in (Quantity Surveying - NQF Level 8 (144 credits)
• Master of Building Science - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)

Department of Chemical, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Chemical Engineering - NQF Level 7 (420 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Materials Engineering in Polymer Technology - NQF Level 7 (420 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Metallurgical Engineering - NQF Level 7 (420 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Honours in Polymer Technology - NQF Level 8 (140 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Metallurgical Engineering - NQF Level 8 (140 credits)
• Master of Engineering in Polymer Technology - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Engineering in Metallurgical Technology - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Engineering - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Civil Engineering

• Higher Certificate in Construction Engineering - NQF Level 5 (140 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering - NQF Level 7 (420 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Civil Engineering - NQF Level 8 (140 credits)
• Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Engineering - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Electrical Engineering

• Higher Certificate in Electrical Engineering - NQF Level 5 (140 credits)
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Electrical Engineering - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering - NQF Level 7 (420 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Electrical Engineering - NQF Level 8 (140 credits)
• Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Engineering - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Geomatics

• Diploma in Geomatics - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Geomatics - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Bachelor of Geomatics - NQF Level 7 (386 credits)

Department of Industrial Engineering

• Higher Certificate in Industrial Engineering - NQF Level 5 (140 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Industrial Engineering - NQF Level 7 (420 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Industrial Engineering - NQF Level 8 (140 credits)
• Master of Engineering Management - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Engineering in Industrial Engineering - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Engineering - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering

• Higher Certificate in Mechanical Engineering - NQF Level 5 (140 credits)
• National Diploma in Engineering: Mechanical (in the process of phasing out)
• National Diploma in Engineering: Mechatronics (in the process of phasing out)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering - NQF Level 7 (420 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Mechanical Engineering - NQF Level 8 (140 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechatronic Engineering - NQF Level 7 (420 credits)
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Mechatronic Engineering - NQF Level 8 (140 credits)
• Master of Mechanical Engineering - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Engineering - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Faculty of Humanities

The Faculty of Humanities lists the following courses and their NQL admission requirements:

Department of Applied Languages

• Diploma in Language Practice - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Language Practice - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Language Practice - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Language Practice - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Language Practice - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Integrated Communication - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Integrated Communication - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Master of Strategic Communication - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Strategic Communication - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Journalism

• Diploma in Journalism - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Journalism) - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Journalism - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Journalism - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Law

• Diploma in Law- NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Legal Support - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)

Department of Public Management

• Diploma in Public Affairs - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Public Affairs - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma In Public Affairs - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Public Affairs (Structured) - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Public Affairs - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Public Affairs - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Safety and Security Management

• Diploma in Correctional & Rehabilitation Studies - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Correctional & Rehabilitation Studies - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Correctional & Rehabilitation Studies - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Policing - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Policing - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Policing - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Policing - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Policing - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Traffic Safety & Municipal Police Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Adv. Diploma in Traffic Safety & Municipal Police Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Traffic Safety & Municipal Police Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)

School of Education

• Advanced Diploma in Technical & Vocational Teaching - NQF Level 7 (140 credits)
• Diploma in Adult and Community Education & Training (Agriculture) - NQF Level 6 (372 credits)
• Diploma in Adult and Community Education & Training (Civil Technology) - NQF Level 6 (372 credits)
• Diploma in Adult and Community Education & Training (Consumer Sciences) - NQF Level 6 (372 credits)
• Diploma in Adult and Community Education & Training (Economics & Management) - NQF Level 6 (372 credits)
• Diploma in Adult and Community Education & Training (Electrical & Mechanical) - NQF Level 6 (372 credits)
• Diploma in Adult and Community Education & Training (Languages) - NQF Level 6 (372 credits)
• Diploma in Adult and Community Education & Training (Sciences) - NQF Level 6 (372 credits)
• Diploma in Adult and Community Education & Training (Social Sciences) - NQF Level 6 (372 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Adult and Community Education & Training Teaching - NQF Level 7
• (137 credits)
• B.Ed. in Foundation Phase Teaching - NQF Level 7 (486 credits)
• B.Ed. in Intermediate Phase Teaching - NQF Level 7 (486 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase And Further Education & Training Teaching (Agriculture) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training Teaching (Consumer Science) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training Teaching (Economic & Management Sciences) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training Teaching (IT) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training Teaching (Languages) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training Teaching (Mathematics) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training Teaching (Physical Education) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training Teaching (Sciences) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training Teaching (Social Sciences) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• B.Ed. in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training Teaching (Technology) - NQF Level 7 (498 credits)
• Postgraduate Certificate in Education in Further Education & Training Teaching - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• B.Ed. Honours in Further Education and Training - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• B.Ed. Honours in General Education and Training - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Education - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Education in Educational Technology - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Education - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Faculty of ICT

The Faculty of ICT lists these courses and their NQL admission requirements:

Department of Computer Science

• Diploma in Computer Science - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Computer Science (Extended Curriculum) - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Computer Science - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Multimedia Computing - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma (Extended Curriculum) in Multimedia Computing - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Multimedia Computing - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Multimedia Computing - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Computing - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Computing - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Computer Systems Engineering

• Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering (Extended Curriculum) - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering - NQF Level 7 (140 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Computing - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Computing - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Informatics

• Diploma in Informatics - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Informatics (Extended Curriculum) - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Informatics - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Informatics - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Computing - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Computing - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Information Technology

• Diploma in Information Technology - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Information Technology (Extended Curriculum) - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Information Technology) - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology) - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Computing - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Computing - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Faculty of Management Sciences

The Faculty of Management Sciences lists the following courses and their NQL admission requirements:

Department of Business and Information Management Services

• Higher Certificate in Administrative Information Management- NQF Level 5 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Administrative Information Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Administrative Information Management- NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Administrative Information Management) - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Administrative Information Management - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Administrative Information Management - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Higher Certificate in Contact Centre Management - NQF Level 5 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Contact Centre Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Contact Centre Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Contact Centre Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Contact Centre Management (Structured) - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Hospitality Management

• Diploma in Food Operations Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Food Operations Management - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Food Operations Management - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Hospitality Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)

Department of Management and Entrepreneurship

• Diploma in Administrative Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Administrative Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Business Administration - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Credit Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Credit Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Credit Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Entrepreneurship - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Entrepreneurship - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Marketing, Supply Chain and Sport Management

• Diploma in Marketing - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Marketing - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Marketing Management - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Marketing - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Retail Business Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Retail Business Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Sport Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Sport Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Sport Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Supply Chain Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Supply Chain Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Supply Chain Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Supply Chain Management - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Supply Chain Management - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Operations Management

• Advanced Diploma in Project Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Operations Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Operations Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Operations Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Operations Management - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Diploma in Work Study - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Work Study - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of People Management and Development

• Diploma in Human Resource Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Human Resources Management - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Human Resources - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Labor Relations Management - NQF Level 9 (180 credits
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Labor Relations - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Organizational Leadership - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Tourism Management

• Diploma in Adventure Tourism Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Resort Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Ecotourism Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Event Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Diploma in Tourism Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Tourism Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Management Sciences in Tourism Management - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Management Sciences in Tourism - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Tshwane School for Business and Society

• Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Business Administration (Structured) - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Business Administration - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Faculty of Science

The Faculty of Science lists the following courses and their NQL admission requirements:

Adelaide Tambo School of Nursing Science

• Bachelor of Nursing - NQF Level 8 (551 credits)
• Master of Nursing - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Animal Sciences

• Diploma in Animal Sciences - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Animal Sciences - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Animal Sciences - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Equine Science - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Master of Agricultural Science - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Biomedical Sciences

• Bachelor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology - NQF Level 8 (496 credits)
• Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Sciences - NQF Level 8 (538 credits)
• Baccalaureus Technologiae: Biomedical Technology (in the process of phasing out)
• Baccalaureus Technologiae: Clinical Technology (in the process of phasing out)
• Bachelor of Health Sciences in Veterinary Technology - NQF Level 8 (502 credits)
• Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostic - NQF Level 8 (550 credits)
• Master of Health Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Biotechnology and Food Technology

• Diploma in Biotechnology - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Food Technology - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Biotechnology - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Food Technology - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Biotechnology - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Master of Agricultural Science - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Applied Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Chemistry

• Diploma in Analytical Chemistry - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Analytical Chemistry - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry - NQF Level 8 (480 credits)
• Master of Applied Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Crop Sciences

• Diploma in Crop Production - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Crop Sciences - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Crop Sciences - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Applied Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Environmental Health

• Bachelor of Environmental Health - NQF Level 8 (499 credits)
• Master of Environmental Health - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Environmental, Water, and Earth Sciences

• Diploma in Environmental Sciences - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Environmental Sciences - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Sciences - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Geology - NQF Level 6 (372 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Geology - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Higher Certificate in Water Treatment - NQF Level 5 (120 credits)
• Higher Certificate in Water Treatment - NQF Level 5 (120 credits)
• Advanced Certificate in Water Treatment - NQF Level 6 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Water Science and Technology - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Water Science and Technology - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Water Science and Technology - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Applied Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Horticulture

• Diploma in Horticulture - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Horticulture - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Horticulture - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Landscape Technology - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Landscape Technology - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Landscape Technology - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Agricultural Science - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Applied Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Mathematics and Statistics

• Advanced Diploma in Quality Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Quality Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Applied Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Nature Conservation

• Diploma in Nature Conservation - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Nature Conservation - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Conservation Management - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Wildlife Management - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Wildlife Management - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Master of Applied Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences

• Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences - NQF Level 7 (132 credits)
• Diploma in Somatic Therapy - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Somatic Therapy - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Somatic Therapy - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Bachelor of Pharmacy - NQF Level 8 (480 credits)
• Master of Health Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Physics

• Diploma in Fire Technology - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Fire Technology - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Industrial Physics - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Industrial Physics - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Physics - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Master of Applied Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

Department of Sport, Rehabilitation, and Dental Sciences

• Higher Certificate in Dental Assisting - NQF Level 5 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Dental Technology - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Dental Technology - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Diploma in Kinesiology and Coaching Science - NQF Level 6 (360 credits)
• Advanced Diploma in Kinesiology and Coaching Science - NQF Level 7 (120 credits)
• Postgraduate Diploma in Kinesiology and Coaching Science - NQF Level 8 (120 credits)
• Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics - NQF Level 8 (480 credits)
• Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics - NQF Level 8 (480 credits)
• Master of Applied Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Master of Health Sciences - NQF Level 9 (180 credits)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Science - NQF Level 10 (360 credits)

TUT fees for 2025-2026

The fees for TUT vary depending on the course and level of academic learning. All students who are registered in the university can access their fee structures via the TUT student portal.

TUT online application in 2025

Follow the steps below to complete and submit your TUT online application.

• Visit the official university website.
• Click Apply Now on the dashboard to log into the application portal.
• Answer whether you have a student number or not.
• Answer if you are a new or returning student, give your consent to processing personal information, and then click Next.
• Enter details of your academic background and other information asked in the form.
• Complete the university's online application form and click Submit for evaluation.
• The university will contact successful applicants using the contact details given.

NB: At TUT, late applications are not encouraged. However, some are considered, but only if spaces are available in the programmes concerned.

How much is the application fee for TUT?

TUT charges a non-refundable application fee of R240 for all online applications. The amount is used to process the forms. Use the following bank details to deposit the amount.

• Bank: ABSA
• Account No: 04 000 0003
• Reference No: Your ID number

Is TUT open for the 2026 intake?

Yes, applications for 2026 opened on 1 March 2025. The deadline is set for 30 September 2025, and all prospective students are encouraged to submit their applications early.

TUT contacts

You can contact the institute through the following channels for clarification and more details about courses and requirements:

• Telephone: 086 110 2421
• E-mail address: general@tut.ac.za
• SMS Number: 30655

Is TUT a college or university?

The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is an accredited public university in South Africa. The institute was established in 2004 as a merger of Technikon Northern Gauteng, Technikon Pretoria, and Technikon North-West.

Which courses are still available at TUT for 2025-2026?

TUT has many higher certificates, diplomas, undergraduates, and postgraduate courses on offer for 2025/26. Check out the list above for options.

Which courses are still available at TUT for 2026?

The Tshwane University of Technology has over 400 courses on offer. Check out the list above to confirm if your dream course is on the list.

What are the TUT requirements for 2025-2026?

Prospective undergraduate students must have NQL level 4 in at least four subjects. Check out the TUT undergraduate courses available for 2025-2026 from the list above and ascertain the specific requirements before starting the application process. You should also check out the TUT diploma courses and requirements beforehand.

How many points are needed at TUT?

The required NQL points vary depending on the course you wish to pursue. TUT lists NQL requirements per course and additional requirements for admission.

There are numerous TUT courses available for 2025-2026 that prospective students can apply for. The school offers higher certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, and undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

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