Central University of Technology
#16
In South Africa
Unranked globally
In the world
CUT is known for tech, engineering, and teaching degrees right in the Free State. Most courses want at least 27 APS and the right subjects to get in.
Ranking source: User-provided local order
www.cut.ac.za is the official Central University of Technology site. Always confirm programme cutoffs in the current prospectus before you apply.
How does CUT calculate APS?
CUT uses best-6 aps with lo bonus. CUT uses the standard best-6 APS point conversion: 80-100% = 7, 70-79% = 6, 60-69% = 5, 50-59% = 4, 40-49% = 3, 30-39% = 2, and 0-29% = 1. Life Orientation can add up to 1 point when you reach the required level. High distinctions can count higher than the normal level-7 ceiling in some CUT calculations.
Does CUT include Life Orientation in APS?
Partially. Life Orientation can add up to 1 point when you reach the required level.
What's the CUT APS system at a glance?
- Method
- Best-6 APS with LO bonus
- Max APS
- 42
- LO rule
- Partial
- Basis
- Best 6 + LO bonus (1 pt)
How to calculate your CUT APS step by step
- Convert your best 6 subjects into APS points.
- Add the Life Orientation bonus only when you meet CUT's minimum LO threshold.
- Check faculty rules because very high marks can score above the normal distinction band.
Popular programmes at CUT
Bachelor of Construction in Construction Management
32+
Bachelor of Construction in Health and Safety Management
32+
Bachelor of Construction in Quantity Surveying
32+
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering
32+
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering
32+
About CUT
CUT is the main university of technology in the Free State, with campuses in Bloemfontein and Welkom. If you're into engineering, science, or want to become a teacher, this place h...
Campus and residence
CUT has res options at both Bloemfontein and Welkom. You pay things like a R2,376 minimum residence fee , plus deposits for breakages and keys. There’s a Student Services team to h...
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