Central University Of Technology Entry Requirements, The admission requirements for NC(V) Level 4 and traditional N qualifications (N3, N4, N5 and N6) create articulation and clear pathways for FET/TVET college students seeking to enrol in career-focused university programmes in the field of study for which they hold an FET qualification, particularly in scarce skills areas such as Engineering, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Business/Finance and Education.
As documented in this prospectus, our programmes are underpinned by our vision and will enable prospective students to meet national, business and industry needs.
SECTION 1: ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR FET COLLEGE NC(V) 4 STUDENTS TO UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES AT CUT
Minimum statutory requirements for NC(V) 4 Level students
- Candidates must meet the minimum statutory requirements for students in possession of an NC(V) 4 qualification, as set out in Government Gazette no. 32743 of 26 November 2006, to be eligible for admission to a higher certificate, diploma and bachelor’s degree (See Table 1).
- Candidates must note that, according to Section 37 (i) of the Higher Education Act (Act 101 of 1997), the decision to admit a student to higher education study is the right and responsibility of the higher education institution concerned. This implies that individual institutions may set additional admission requirements for specific programmes.
Table 1: Minimum statutory admission requirements
| Qualification | Minimum entry requirement |
| Higher certificate | • All statutory requirements for NC(V) 4 should be met;• 40% in English; • 30% in either Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy; • 40% in Life Orientation; and • 50% in the other four vocational subjects. |
| Diploma | • All statutory requirements for NC(V) 4 should be met;• 50% in three fundamental subjects, one of which must be English; and • 60% in three compulsory vocational modules. |
| Bachelor’s degree | • All statutory requirements for NC(V) 4 should be met;• 60% in three fundamental subjects, one of which must be English; and • 70% in three compulsory vocational modules. |
Institutional requirements for NC(V) 4 level students
- NC(V) 4 candidates must score the minimum admission points on the scoring scale for admission, as prescribed in the CUT admissions policy (See Table 2). Since NC(V) programmes are highly specialised, such applicants will only be considered for admission into programmes of similar specialisation, for example NC(V): Tourism applicants will be considered for the Diploma: Tourism Management only, and no other specialisation, regardless of their performance in the NC(V) examinations. Admission to a particular programme is subject to the requirements of that programme (See Table 3 below).
- NC(V) 4 applicants are eligible for university admission only if they have obtained a full qualification. No applicant will be admitted based on the completion of certain subjects in a qualification.
- Life Orientation forms part of the final score, with a maximum value of one.
- NC(V) candidates are expected to possess a minimum level of proficiency in English, since this is the language of learning and teaching (LoLT) at CUT. A minimum mark of 50% for English as Home Language (vernacular) or First Additional Language is therefore considered to be sufficient, although any proof of proficiency in the English language will also be taken into consideration.
The scoring scale for NC (V) 4 subjects is indicated in Table 2.
| Percentage achieved in NCV subject | 30- 39% | 40- 49% | 50-59% | 60- 69% | 70- 79% | 80- 89% | 90-100% |
| Points rating for % value | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
Table 2: Scoring scale for NC(V) 4
The programme-specific requirements are indicated in Table 3.
CIVIL ENGINEERING AND BUILDING CONSTRUCTION
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Construction Planning | National Diploma: Civil Engineering National Diploma:Building | In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in both Mathematics and Physical Science is required for applicants seeking to pursue their studies in Civil Engineering. Every applicant must write an access assessment test. In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in Mathematics or 70% in Mathematical Literacy is required for applicants seeking to pursue their studies in Building. Physical Science is recommended. Every applicant must write an access assessment test. |
| Construction Supervision | ||
| Materials | ||
| Carpentry and Roof Work | ||
| Concrete Structures | ||
| Masonry | ||
| Physical Science | ||
| Plumbing | ||
| Roads | ||
| Drawing Office Practice | ||
| Architectural Graphics and Technology | ||
| Civil and Structural Steel work | ||
| Mechanical Draughting and Technology | ||
| Drawing Office Procedures and Techniques |
Education and Development
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Art and Science of Teaching | Diploma:Design and Studio Art | In addition to the general entry requirements, the following subjects are highly recommended: Painting, Ceramics, Drawing, Graphic Design, Graphic Processes, Jewellery Design, Jewellery Manufacturing, Entrepreneurship and Business Management (only N4), History of Art (N5 and N6). |
| Human and Social Development | ||
| Learning Psychology |
Electrical Infrastructure Construction
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Electrical Principles and Practice | National Diploma: Electrical Engineering | In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in both Mathematics and Physical Science is required. Every applicant must write an access assessment test. |
| Electronic Control and Digital Electronics | ||
| Electrical Workmanship | ||
| Electrical Systems and Construction | ||
| Physical Science |
Engineering and Related Design
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Applied Engineering Technology | National Diploma: Mechanical Engineering | In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in both Mathematics and Physical Science is required. Every applicant must write an access assessment test. |
| Engineering Processes | ||
| Professional Engineering Practice | ||
| Automotive Repair and Maintenance | ||
| Engineering Fabrication – Boiler Making | ||
| Engineering Fabrication – Sheet Metal Worker | ||
| Fitting and Turning | ||
| Physical Science | ||
| Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Processes | ||
| Welding |
Finance, Economics and Accounting
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Applied Accounting | In addition to the general entry requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in Accounting is required. | |
| Economic Environment | ||
| Financial Management | ||
| New Venture Creation |
Hospitality
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Client Services and Human Relations | Diploma: Hospitality Management | In addition to the general entry requirements, every applicant must write an assessment test and undergo an interview. Consumer Science, Hospitality Studies, Accounting or Business Studies is highly recommended. |
| Food Preparation | ||
| Hospitality Genericss | ||
| Hospitality Services |
Information Technology and Computer Science
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Computer Programming | National Diploma: Information Technology | In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% in Mathematical Literacy or 40% in either Mathematics or Information Technology is required. Every applicant must write an access assessment test. |
| Data Communication and Networking | ||
| Systems Analysis and Design | ||
| Multimedia Service (Implementation date: 2013) |
Management
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Financial Management | In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in Accounting is required.A candidate must score at least 27 or more points on the CUT scoring scale. | |
| Management Practice | ||
| Operations Managemen | National Diploma: Public Management National Diploma in Human Resources Management | |
| Project Management |
Marketing
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Advertising and Promotions | National Diploma: Marketing | A candidate must score at least 27 or more points on the CUT scoring scale and 50% for English/Communication. |
| Marketing | ||
| Marketing Communication | ||
| Consumer Behaviour | ||
| Contact Centre Operations |
Mechatronics
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Computer-integrated Manufacturing | Not applicable. | |
| Electrotechnology | ||
| Stored Programme Systems | ||
| Mechatronic Systems |
Office Administration
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Business Practice | National Diploma: Office Management and Technology | A candidate must score at least 27 or more points on the CUT scoring scale. |
| Office Data Processing | ||
| Office Practice | ||
| Personal Assistance |
Primary Agriculture
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Animal Production | National Diploma: Agricultural Management | In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 40% in one of the following subjects, as well as a minimum mark of 50% in one of the Agricultural-related subject, is required, i.e.: Agricultural Sciences and/or Biology or Life Sciences, Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation, Economics, Accounting or Physical Science. A candidate scoring 21 points or less on CUT’s scoring scale will not be admitted. A candidate scoring 22 – 26 points on CUT’s scoring scale must undergo a selection test. |
| Advanced Plant Production | ||
| Farm Planning and Mechanisation | ||
| Agri-business |
Process Instrumentation
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Electronics Control and Digital Electronics | National Diploma: Electrical Engineering | In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in both Mathematics and Physical Science is required for candidates wishing to pursue their studies in Electrical Engineering. Every applicant must write an access assessment test. |
| Engineering Processes | ||
| Physical Science | ||
| Instrumentation Technology |
Somatology
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| SETA-accredited occupational programmesFET Certificate: Beauty and Nail Technology | National Diploma:Somatology | In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in either Life or Physical Science is required. A candidate must score at least 23 or more points on the CUT scoring scale. |
Tourism
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Client Services and Human Relations | Diploma: Tourism Management | A candidate must score at least 28 or more points on the CUT scoring scale. Every applicant must write a scholastic aptitude test and undergo an interview. Due to the relatively high demand for places in this programme, a candidate who scores less than 24 points on the CUT scoring scale will not be considered for selection. |
| Science of Tourism | ||
| Sustainable Tourism in South Africa and International Trave | ||
| Tourism Operations |
Transport and Logistics
| NC(V) 4 PROGRAMMES | CUT QUALIFICATIONS | SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS |
| Freight Logistics | Not applicable. | |
| Transport Economics | ||
| Transport Operations | ||
| Project Management | ||
| New Venture Creation |
SECTION 2: ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR STUDENTS WITH N3, N4, N5 AND N6 QUALIFICATIONS
The following admission requirements apply:
- A candidate with an FET N3, N4, N5 or N6 certificate may qualify for admission to the first year of a diploma qualification, based on his or her seven best subjects for N4/N5 or N5/N6 and a minimum of 50% for English at N3 level. However, a candidate must meet the minimum admission requirements, including the language requirement, on the CUT scoring scale before he/she will be allowed to write an access assessment test (see Table 4 for the CUT scoring scale for N qualifications).
- A candidate with an N3, N4, N5 or N6 certificate does not qualify for any subject recognition.
- Subject recognition may be granted to FET students who have successfully completed their FET N6 diplomas. Such subject recognition will only be considered for first-year CUT certificate and/or diploma subjects, and will only be based on FET N6 level diploma subjects completed successfully. These subjects must be passed at N4, N5 and N6 level with a score of 50% or above.
- Programme prerequisites must be met before a candidate will be admitted to a specific programme.
- An official statement of results must be presented to CUT.
The scoring scale for candidates in possession of N3, N4, N5 and N6 qualifications is indicated in Table 4.
Table 4: CUT scoring scale for N qualifications
| Symbol achieved | N3 | N4/N5/N6 |
| A | 6 | 8 |
| B | 5 | 7 |
| C | 4 | 6 |
| D | 3 | 5 |
| E | 2 | 4 |
If you do not qualify on the scoring scales, do not despair. CUT offers an Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP), a bridge year(s) that will give you various options before continuing on your true career path.