Apply Through CAO
All prospective DUT undergraduate students must apply online via www.cao.ac.za. Meeting minimum DUT APS criteria does not guarantee admission.
| Key Verification Field | Official Institutional Details |
|---|---|
| Application Portal | www.cao.ac.za (Central Applications Office) |
| Application Opening Date | 1 March 2026 |
| Closing Dates (2027 Intake) |
• Mid-August 2026: Health Sciences (Radiography, Nursing, Emergency Medical Care). • 30 September 2026: Engineering, Accounting, Management, Arts & Design. |
| Application Fee | R250 on-time fee paid directly to CAO. |
| Qualification Categories | Higher Certificates (NQF 5), National Diplomas (NQF 6), Degrees (NQF 7). |
| APS Calculation Method | Best 6 subjects excluding Life Orientation. (Standard 7-point scale). |
| Status Checking Portal | cao.ac.za "Check My Application" & DUT Portal. |
| Campuses | Steve Biko, ML Sultan, Ritson, City, Brickfield (Durban); Indumiso, Riverside (Pietermaritzburg). |
| Official Prospectus Link | dut.ac.za/prospectus/ |
| Verified Last-Updated Date | 20 October 2026 (Verified against CAO Handbook & DUT Rules) |