DUT courses offered and entry requirements -Durban University of Technology

DUT offers courses in accounting, information technology, applied sciences, arts and design, engineering, health sciences, management sciences and other fields across six faculties.

The DUT 2026 Study Opportunities publication lists 187 academic programmes across six faculties.

The minimum requirement depends on the qualification. A Higher Certificate generally requires NSC English at Rating 3, a Diploma requires English Rating 3 plus four recognised 20-credit subjects at Rating 3, while a Bachelor’s Degree requires English Rating 3 plus four designated 20-credit subjects at Rating 4.

The general NSC requirement is English at Rating 3 and at least Rating 3 in four recognised NSC 20-credit subjects. Individual programmes may have additional subject requirements.

The general requirement is an NSC with English at Rating 3 and at least Rating 4 in four NSC 20-credit subjects selected from the designated subject list.

Mathematics requirements depend on the course. Some programmes, particularly ICT, engineering, science and other technical programmes, require Mathematics, while other programmes may accept Mathematics Literacy or have different subject requirements.

Yes. DUT has specific admission routes for NCV Level 4 applicants. The required marks differ according to whether you are applying for a Higher Certificate, Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree.

Yes. International students can apply, but they must meet DUT’s international admission requirements and have their qualifications evaluated where required.

Yes. International qualifications must be evaluated to establish their equivalence to the South African National Senior Certificate. SAQA evaluation and, for Bachelor’s applicants, Matriculation Board requirements may apply.

Yes. DUT states that international students require an appropriate South African study permit to register, subject to applicable immigration requirements.

Undergraduate applicants apply through the Central Applications Office (CAO).

No. DUT states that undergraduate applications are submitted through CAO. Postgraduate applicants apply directly through the relevant DUT department.

The 2026 DUT Study Opportunities publication gave 30 September 2025 as the general deadline for undergraduate applications, while noting that some programmes may have earlier deadlines. Applicants should always check the latest deadline for their intended intake.

No. DUT states that places are limited and final selection may depend on available places, academic results and other programme-specific requirements.

Yes. DUT offers programmes including the Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology, Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (Internet of Things), and Diploma programmes in ICT Application Development and Business Analysis.

Yes. The Faculty of Health Sciences lists a Bachelor of Nursing among its programmes.

Yes. DUT offers engineering programmes in Chemical, Civil, Electronic, Industrial, Mechanical and Power Engineering, as well as related built-environment qualifications.

Yes. The Faculty of Accounting and Informatics offers a Diploma in Accounting as well as related programmes in Management Accounting, Internal Auditing and Taxation.

Yes. DUT offers Diploma programmes in Hospitality Management, Catering Management, Ecotourism Management and Tourism Management.

DUT has an admission route based on work experience, age and maturity for eligible applicants. Specific conditions, assessments and approval by the relevant faculty apply.

Yes. DUT provides an RPL admission route subject to its Recognition of Prior Learning policy and approval requirements.

The official DUT Study Opportunities publication provides the programme list and individual admission requirements. Applicants should consult the latest official DUT information before applying.