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Central University of Technology

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world rank  3833

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Overview

Founded in 1981, the Central University of Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the medium city of Bloemfontein (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Free State. This institution also has a branch campus in Welkom. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa, Central University of Technology (CUT) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational South African higher education institution. Central University of Technology (CUT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CUT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Central University of Technology's Control Typepublic

Entity

Central University of Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Central University of Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Central University of Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym CUT
Founded 1981
Motto Thinking Beyond
Video Presentation

n.a.; please submit an official Central University of Technology general video presentation.

University Location

Address Private Bag X20539
Bloemfontein
9300 Free State
South Africa
Central University of Technology's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Central University of Technology Phone Number +27 (51) 507 3911
Central University of Technology Fax Number +27 (51) 507 3199
Other locations Welkom

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Central University of Technology's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Central University of Technology's academic range and degree level offering.



Central University of Technology: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Central University of Technology's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Central University of Technology's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Central University of Technology.

Central University of Technology: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 Not reported Not reported
International
students		 Not reported Not reported

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Central University of Technology's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Central University of Technology's admission information.

Central University of Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Central University of Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Not reported


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Central University of Technology's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Central University of Technology's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Central University of Technology's Admission Office Admission Office

Private Bag X20539
Bloemfontein 9300
(51) 507 3911


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Central University of Technology's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Central University of Technology.

Central University of Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Central University of Technology has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Central University of Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Central University of Technology's Control Type Control Type

Central University of Technology is a public higher education institution.


Central University of Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

Central University of Technology is a non-profit higher education institution.


Central University of Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported


Central University of Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Central University of Technology does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Central University of Technology's main facilities:


Central University of Technology's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Central University of Technology's Library


Central University of Technology's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Central University of Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Central University of Technology's main services:


Central University of Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Central University of Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Central University of Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Central University of Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Central University of Technology's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Central University of Technology's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Central University of Technology's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Central University of Technology is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Central University of Technology's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Central University of Technology as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Central University of Technology's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • Universities South Africa (USA)
  • National Association of Distance Education and Open Learning in South Africa (NADEOSA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Central University of Technology 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Central University of Technology's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Central University of Technology's Facebook page Central University of Technology's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Central University of Technology's X (formerly Twitter) page Central University of Technology's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Central University of Technology's YouTube channel Central University of Technology's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Central University of Technology's Instagram page Central University of Technology's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Central University of Technology's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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Wikipedia

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Central University of Technology's Wikipedia article

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Feedback, Errors and Update

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Site last updated: Wednesday, 28 August 2024

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