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CPUTCape Peninsula University of Technology
University of technologyEst. 2005Cape Town
About CPUT
Formed from the merger of the Cape and Peninsula Technikons, CPUT is the largest university in the Western Cape by enrolment, spread across several campuses in and around Cape Town, including its District Six and Bellville campuses.
Its programmes lean strongly towards applied, career-focused training, with well-established faculties in engineering, business and applied sciences that emphasise practical, workplace-based learning over pure theory. Work-integrated learning placements are built into most qualifications, giving graduates direct industry exposure before they finish studying.
CPUT's multi-campus structure means it serves a wide spread of Cape Town's population, and its District Six campus sits on a site with deep historical significance in the city's apartheid-era history — a detail the university actively incorporates into its institutional identity.
Why students choose CPUT
Fields of study
What you'll need to apply
Every South African public university sets its own admission point score and subject requirements per programme, so the details below are general guidance rather than CPUT-specific rules — always confirm exact requirements on the official site before applying.
- A National Senior Certificate (NSC) that meets the minimum admission point score for your chosen programme.
- Specific subject and mark requirements, which vary by faculty — competitive programmes like medicine or engineering typically set higher thresholds.
- An online application through the university's own portal, usually opening the year before you intend to start.
- Supporting documents such as certified copies of your ID and academic records, and proof of application fee payment where applicable.
Ready to look closer?
Visit the official CPUT website for admissions, fees and application dates.