TUT online application 2025: fees, requirements, dates and forms

TUT online application 2025: fees, requirements, dates and forms

Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is among the leading institutions of higher studies in South Africa. It accepts and admits resident and international students for various diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes. Prospective students should use the TUT online application portal to secure a slot at the institution.

TUT logo and students reading inside a library
The TUT logo and students reading inside a library. Photo: @TUTCommunications, pexels.com, @cottonbro studio (modified by author)
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Each year, the TUT online application portal is opened for qualified and interested learners to apply. The institution offers high-quality education and ensures all students access the best facilities and resources for optimal learning and training.

TUT online application in 2025

TUT has different faculties, each offering multiple diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate courses. If you are interested in joining the institution, you should complete and submit the required documents before the portal closes.

2025 application timeline

If you wish to send your TUT online application for 2025, now is the time. Prospective students can now submit their applications online.

The Tshwane University of Technology online application portal was opened on 01 March 2024. The official TUT online application closing date is 30 September 2024.

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Note that the number of students accepted each year depends on the available vacancies. Therefore, you should submit what is needed as soon as possible before other people take all slots.

A young man in a checkered shirt is reading a book in front of a laptop
A young man in a checkered shirt is reading a book in front of a laptop. Photo: unsplash.com, @Emmanuel Ikwuegbu
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How to apply to TUT (online application process)

The university is accepting online applications. Before starting the process, ascertain you meet the entry requirements for your programme of interest.

Must-haves for the process

  • A valid email address
  • A valid mobile phone number
  • Stable internet connectivity
  • Certified academic documents (scanned in PDF)
  • Your ID card number or passport
  • The application fee deposit slip

Step-by-step guide

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

TUT online application portal
TUT online application portal. Photo: tut.ac.za
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  • Answer if you have a student number or not.
  • Next, answer if you are a new or returning student, give your consent to processing personal information, then click Next.
  • Enter your biographical details. Ensure you enter the correct details, then click Next.
  • Enter your next of kin details, then click Next.
  • Enter details of your academic background and other information asked in the form.
  • Complete the TUT online application form and click Submit for evaluation.

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NB: The university will contact successful applicants using the contact details given.

How to check your TUT online application status

You can track your status online using the steps below.

Check your admission status page
Check your admission status page. Photo: tut.ac.za
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  • Enter your ID number or full name if you do not have an ID number.
  • You will access the details you need.

How to pay the TUT online application fee

Prospective students must pay the application fee before starting the online process documented above. This is because the portal will ask you for a deposit reference number.

You should deposit a non-refundable application fee of R240. 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

If you are wondering how to pay the TUT application fee online, you can use the electronic/Internet transfer option to the same bank account. You can also pay via postal order.

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Faculties and departments

The institution has multiple faculties, each with different departments that offer various courses.

FacultyDepartments
Arts and DesignDesign StudiesFine and Studio ArtsInterior DesignPerforming ArtsVisual Communication
Economics and FinanceAccountingAuditingEconomicsFinance and InvestmentPublic Sector Finance
Engineering and the Built EnvironmentArchitecture and Industrial DesignBuilding SciencesChemical, Metallurgical and Materials EngineeringCivil EngineeringElectrical EngineeringGeomaticsIndustrial EngineeringMechanical and Mechatronics Engineering
HumanitiesApplied LanguagesIntegrated CommunicationJournalismLawPublic ManagementSafety and Security ManagementSchool of Education
Information and Communication TechnologyComputer ScienceComputer Systems EngineeringInformaticsInformation Technology
Management SciencesBusiness and Information Management ServicesHospitality ManagementManagement and EntrepreneurshipMarketing, Supply Chain and Sport ManagementOperations ManagementPeople Management and DevelopmentTourism ManagementTshwane School for Business and Society
ScienceAdelaide Tambo School of Nursing ScienceAnimal SciencesBiomedical SciencesBiotechnology and Food TechnologyChemistryCrop SciencesEnvironmental HealthEnvironmental, Water and Earth SciencesHorticultureMathematics and StatisticsNature ConservationPharmaceutical SciencesPhysicsSport, Rehabilitation and Dental Sciences

How to cancel an online application at TUT

If you change your mind about your TUT online application in 2025, the best option is to forfeit the chance if you are successful.

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There is no option of canceling the details that have already been submitted. However, you can contact the relevant offices to notify them of your change of mind.

Contacts

You can contact the university using the details below if you want further information.

  • Telephone number: 086 110 2421
  • Email address: general@tut.ac.za
  • SMS Number: 30655
  • Postal address: Tshwane Univ​ersity of Technology, Private Bag X680, Pretoria 0001

Are TUT applications open for 2025?

Yes, the university is currently accepting applications for the 2025 academic year. Prospective students can submit their documents online or deliver hard copies to the relevant offices.

How do you submit a TUT application online?

You can apply to the university by following the step-by-step guide detailed in the previous section. If you submit all the documents and are given a chance, the university will communicate with you and give you admission and registration details.

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How much is the TUT online application fee?

Every prospective student must pay a non-refundable fee of R240 for their documents and forms to be considered.

Is TUT doing walk-ins for 2025?

No, all prospective students are advised to submit their applications online. They should not visit the institution in person to apply.

What are the requirements for TUT?

The requirements vary depending on the course you wish to pursue and the level of academic learning. You are advised to check if you meet the needed course requirements before submitting your application.

Can I go to TUT without maths?

To find out the specific requirements for each course, you can check the TUT prospectus, which lists all the courses and their admission criteria.

Is TUT still open for late applications?

A late online application at TUT can only be considered if space is available. The number of students accepted each year depends on the available vacancies.

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How long does TUT take to process documents?

It takes approximately 21 days for TUT to review your application. Prospective students are advised to check their application status regularly.

The TUT online application is fairly simple, and every prospective student can complete it within a short period. It is easy and convenient for applicants to select and apply for their dream courses.

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