Mangosuthu University of Technology
#17
In South Africa
Unranked globally
In the world
Mangosuthu University of Technology is all about practical, career-focused qualifications. You usually need at least 25 APS with key subjects like Maths and Science to get in.
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www.mut.ac.za is the official Mangosuthu University of Technology site. Always confirm programme cutoffs in the current prospectus before you apply.
How does MUT calculate APS?
MUT uses best-6 aps with lo bonus. MUT uses a best-6 APS model and rewards high distinctions above the standard level-7 ceiling. Life Orientation can add 1 bonus point when you reach the required level. Marks above 90% can score as an 8-point distinction in MUT's scale.
Does MUT include Life Orientation in APS?
Partially. Life Orientation can add 1 bonus point when you reach the required level.
What's the MUT APS system at a glance?
- Method
- Best-6 APS with LO bonus
- Max APS
- 48
- LO rule
- Partial
- Basis
- Best 6 + LO bonus, 90%+ scores 8
How to calculate your MUT APS step by step
- Convert your best 6 subjects into APS points.
- Add the LO bonus only if you reach MUT's threshold.
- Use the 8-point distinction rule when one of your subjects is above 90%.
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Popular programs
Min. APS
Diploma in Surveying
25+
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health
36+
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biomedical Laboratory Science
34+
Diploma: Building
32+
Diploma: Chemical engineering
32+
About MUT
Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) sits in Umlazi, Durban, and has a solid rep for hands-on, technical courses that set you up for real work. It’s best known for engineering...
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Get help on WhatsAppMUT uses the standard 42-point APS scale. It works from your best 6 subjects, excludes Life Orientation, converts each result into 1 to 7 points, and adds the total. That keeps the calculation familiar even though MUT focuses mainly on technology and applied diplomas.
Important Disclaimer
This APS calculator is for information only. We aim to be accurate based on public university requirements, but admission decisions are made by each university and may consider factors beyond APS scores.
We do not guarantee admission based on our calculations. Requirements may change, and universities may consider additional criteria such as:
- Portfolio submissions, interviews, or entrance tests
- Specific subject requirements and combinations
- Language proficiency requirements
- Availability of spaces in programs
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