The Durban University of Technology is a university of technology offering vocationally focused diplomas, degrees and higher certificates. Entry requires a National Senior Certificate meeting the endorsement for the qualification type, together with the programme specific subject requirements and points score.
As a university of technology, DUT programmes are more applied than traditional university degrees, and many include work-integrated learning. That placement component is a substantial part of the qualification value.
Entry Requirements at a Glance
Entry is generally assessed on the following.
- A National Senior Certificate with the endorsement matching the qualification type
- A diploma pass for diploma study, or a bachelor pass for degree study
- Programme-specific subject requirements at stated levels
- The institution points calculation for the programme
- Additional selection for some programmes, including portfolios for design and interviews
- Willingness to complete work-integrated learning where the programme includes it
Academic and Minimum Admission Requirements
DUT offers higher certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas and degrees. The qualification type determines the National Senior Certificate endorsement you need, with higher certificates the most accessible entry point.
Programme-specific APS minimums and subject requirements differ across faculties and are revised between intake years, so confirm them against the current prospectus for the year you are applying for rather than relying on figures published elsewhere.
Subjects, APS and Qualification Requirements
Engineering, health science and applied science programmes require Mathematics and Physical Sciences at specified levels, and generally do not accept Mathematical Literacy. Business, management and humanities programmes are considerably more likely to accept it.
Points are calculated by DUT own published method. Because universities of technology use their own calculations, do not assume a score from another institution transfers.
Documents and Application Requirements
Applications normally require the following.
- A certified copy of your identity document
- Your National Senior Certificate or latest statement of results
- Proof of the application fee, where one is charged
- Your final matric results, used to confirm any conditional offer
- A SAQA evaluation certificate, if you hold a foreign qualification
Selection, Intake and Eligibility Considerations
Popular DUT programmes, particularly in health sciences and engineering, are heavily subscribed, and places are limited by placement and laboratory capacity. Apply as early as applications open.
Articulation is a genuine strength of universities of technology. A higher certificate can lead to a diploma, and a diploma to an advanced diploma and postgraduate study, which makes entering at a lower level a route rather than a limit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What qualifications does DUT offer?
Higher certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas and degrees, with a vocational and applied focus.
Does DUT accept Mathematical Literacy?
For many business, management and humanities programmes yes. Engineering, health science and applied science programmes generally require Mathematics.
Is work placement included?
Many DUT programmes include work-integrated learning, which is a substantial part of the qualification value.
Can I articulate upward from a higher certificate?
Yes. Higher certificates lead into diplomas, and diplomas into advanced diplomas and postgraduate study.
Confirm programme-specific requirements, points calculations and closing dates against the current DUT prospectus for your intake year. See admission requirements and browse all education requirements.