Official Admission Disclaimer
Meeting minimum CPUT APS scores does not guarantee admission. CPUT receives over 80,000 applications for technical and vocational programmes with strict laboratory and studio enrollment caps.
| Key Verification Field | Official Institutional Details |
|---|---|
| Official Application Website | www.cput.ac.za/study/apply |
| Application Opening Date | Mid-May 2026 |
| Closing Dates (2027 Intake) |
• 31 July 2026: Architectural Technology, Interior Design, Fashion, Visual Communication Design. • 30 September 2026: Engineering, Applied Sciences, Business & Management, Education, Health & Wellness. |
| Application Fee | Free Online (R0) for South African citizens. (Manual paper application fee: R100). |
| Qualification Categories | Higher Certificates (NQF 5), National Diplomas (NQF 6), Advanced Diplomas, Bachelor of Technology / Degrees. |
| APS Calculation Method | Best 6 subjects excluding Life Orientation. (Standard 7-point scale). |
| Status Checking Portal | cput.ac.za/study/track |
| Campuses | Bellville, District Six, Granger Bay (Maritime), Mowbray (Education), Wellington. |
| Official Prospectus Link | cput.ac.za/study/prospectus |
| Verified Last-Updated Date | 20 October 2026 (Verified against CPUT Academic Calendar) |