TUT Entry Requirements 2026 | APS by Faculty | TUT

Quick Answer: TUT entry requirements vary by faculty: Engineering needs APS 26+, ICT 24+, Management Sciences 22+, Education 22+, and Humanities 20+. Life Orientation is counted at half value. Apply online at www.tut.ac.za before the September 30 deadline.

Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Entry Requirements 2026

Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) is one of South Africa's largest universities with campuses in Pretoria (Arcadia, Arts, Ga-Rankuwa, Soshanguve) and other regions. TUT offers a wide range of diplomas, degrees, and postgraduate qualifications across six faculties. This guide covers TUT's 2026 entry requirements for all faculties.

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TUT Minimum APS Requirements by Faculty (2026)

Faculty	Minimum APS	Key Subject Requirements
Engineering & the Built Environment	26	Mathematics 4+, Physical Sciences 4+, English 3+
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)	24	Mathematics 4+, English 3+
Natural Sciences	24	Mathematics 4+, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences 4+, English 3+
Management Sciences	22	English 3+, Mathematics 3+ or Mathematical Literacy 4+
Humanities	20	English 3+, any other three subjects
Education	22	English 4+, subject specialisation requirements vary
Arts & Design	20	English 3+, portfolio may be required
Health Sciences	22	Life Sciences 4+, English 3+, varies by programme

Note: TUT calculates APS from your six best subjects excluding Life Orientation (or counting it at half value, max 2 points). Individual programme requirements may differ from the faculty minimums above — always check the specific programme on the TUT website.

How TUT Calculates APS

TUT uses the standard NSC APS calculation:

Percentage (%)	APS Points
80–100%	7
70–79%	6
60–69%	5
50–59%	4
40–49%	3
30–39%	2
0–29%	1

Life Orientation is counted at half value (maximum of 2 APS points) or excluded at TUT. Always use your six best academic subjects to calculate your APS for TUT.

TUT Popular Programme Requirements

Diploma in Civil Engineering

• APS: 26+
• Mathematics: Level 4 (50%+)
• Physical Sciences: Level 4 (50%+)
• English: Level 3 (40%+)

Bachelor of Technology / Advanced Diploma in Information Technology

• APS: 24+
• Mathematics: Level 4 (50%+)
• English: Level 3 (40%+)

Diploma in Nursing

• APS: 22+
• Life Sciences: Level 4 (50%+)
• English: Level 4 (50%+)
• Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy: Level 3+ (40%+)

Diploma in Accounting

• APS: 22+
• Mathematics: Level 3 (40%+) or Mathematical Literacy Level 4 (50%+)
• English: Level 3 (40%+)

Diploma in Education (BEd)

• APS: 22+
• English: Level 4 (50%+)
• Subject specialisation requirements apply

TUT Application Process 2026

1. Check requirements: Confirm you meet the APS and subject requirements for your chosen programme
2. Apply online: Visit www.tut.ac.za and complete the online application form
3. Application fee: R240 (non-refundable). Fee waivers available for applicants receiving social grants
4. Documents required: Certified ID copy, Grade 11/12 results, proof of residence
5. Application deadline: Typically September 30 for the following academic year

TUT Campuses

Campus	Location	Main Faculties
Arcadia Campus	Pretoria (main campus)	Engineering, ICT, Management, Humanities, Natural Sciences
Arts Campus	Pretoria CBD	Arts & Design
Ga-Rankuwa Campus	Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria	Health Sciences, Science
Soshanguve North & South	Soshanguve, Pretoria	Engineering, Management Sciences
Emalahleni Campus	Emalahleni, Mpumalanga	Engineering Technology
Polokwane Campus	Polokwane, Limpopo	Management Sciences, ICT

NSFAS at TUT

TUT is a NSFAS-accredited institution. Students from households earning below R350,000 per year may qualify for NSFAS funding. Apply at www.nsfas.org.za from October each year for the following academic year.

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