What APS do I need for law (LLB) at TUT?

Look for the law (LLB) programme in the list above for the TUT minimum APS. If it is not listed, TUT may not offer it, so confirm on the official prospectus.

What APS do I need for teaching (BEd) at TUT?

A teaching degree (Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Agriculture) at TUT needs a minimum of about APS 24. The phase you choose can change the subjects you need, so check the education programmes above for the exact one.

What APS do I need for engineering at TUT?

Engineering (Higher Certificate in Construction Engineering) at TUT needs a minimum of about APS 20. Strong Mathematics and Physical Sciences are essential, so aim well above the minimum.

Does meeting the minimum APS get me into TUT?

Not on its own. The APS is the first gate at TUT. You also need the right subjects at the right level, and popular programmes fill up, so they take the top students first. Some programmes add a test like the NBT or an interview.

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TUT is known for practical courses that get you job-ready. You need at least 23 APS for vocational diplomas and 25 APS for most other programs.

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What APS do you need for TUT?

Programmes at TUT range from about APS 18 for the lowest-entry courses up to APS 30 for the most competitive. The minimum APS and required subjects for each programme are below, grouped by faculty. TUT scores APS using Standard best 6 (LO excluded) (max 42).

Popular programme cut-offs at TUT

The minimum APS for the programmes people ask about most. Aim higher than the minimum for competitive courses.

Teaching (BEd): Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Agriculture
Engineering: Higher Certificate in Construction Engineering
Commerce (BCom): Diploma in Accounting
Science (BSc): Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry

Faculty of Arts and Design

Diploma in Commercial Photography

APS 22

Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology

APS 20

Diploma in Fine and Applied Arts

APS 20

Diploma in Integrated Communication Design

APS 24

Diploma in Interior Design

APS 22

Diploma in Jewellery Design and Manufacture

APS 20

Diploma in Motion Picture Production

APS 22

Diploma in Performing Arts

APS 20

Higher Certificate in Music

APS 18

Faculty of Economics and Finance

Diploma in Accounting

APS 22

Diploma in Economics

APS 22

Diploma in Financial Management

APS 22

Diploma in Financial Planning

APS 22

Diploma in Internal Auditing

APS 22

Diploma in Public Finance

APS 23

Higher Certificate in Accounting

APS 22

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment

Bachelor of Architecture

APS 25

Bachelor of Architecture (Extended Curriculum)

APS 25

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Chemical Engineering

APS 28

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering

APS 28

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering

APS 30

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Industrial Engineering

APS 28

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Materials Engineering in Polymer Technology

APS 28

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering

APS 28

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechatronic Engineering

APS 28

Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Metallurgical Engineering

APS 28

Bachelor of Geomatics

APS 25

Diploma in Building Science

APS 26

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

APS 26

Diploma in Geomatics

APS 23

Diploma in Industrial Design

APS 21

Higher Certificate in Construction Engineering

APS 20

Higher Certificate in Electrical Engineering

APS 20

Higher Certificate in Industrial Engineering

APS 20

Higher Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

APS 20

Faculty of Humanities

Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching

APS 25

Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching

APS 25

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Agriculture

APS 24

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Consumer Sciences

APS 24

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Economic and Management Sciences

APS 24

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Information Technology

APS 24

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Mathematics

APS 24

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Natural Sciences

APS 24

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Physical Education

APS 24

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Sciences

APS 24

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching in Technology

APS 24

Diploma in Adult and Community Education and Training in Civil Technology

APS 22

Diploma in Adult and Community Education and Training in Consumer Sciences

APS 22

Diploma in Adult and Community Education and Training in Electrical and Mechanical

APS 22

Diploma in Correctional and Rehabilitation Studies

APS 20

Diploma in Integrated Communication

APS 20

Diploma in Journalism

APS 24

Diploma in Language Practice

APS 20

Diploma in Law

APS 20

Diploma in Legal Support

APS 20

Diploma in Policing

APS 20

Diploma in Public Affairs

APS 20

Diploma in Traffic Safety and Municipal Police Management

APS 20

Faculty of Information and Communication Technology

Diploma in Computer Science

APS 26

Diploma in Computer Science (Extended)

APS 23

Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering

APS 26

Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering (Extended)

APS 23

Diploma in Informatics

APS 26

Diploma in Informatics (Extended)

APS 23

Diploma in Information Technology

APS 26

Diploma in Information Technology (Extended)

APS 23

Diploma in Multimedia Computing

APS 26

Diploma in Multimedia Computing (Extended)

APS 23

Faculty of Management Sciences

Diploma in Administrative Information Management

APS 24

Diploma in Administrative Management

APS 24

Diploma in Adventure Tourism Management

APS 24

Diploma in Casino Resort Management

APS 24

Diploma in Contact Centre Management

APS 24

Diploma in Credit Management

APS 24

Diploma in Ecotourism Management

APS 24

Diploma in Entrepreneurship

APS 24

Diploma in Event Management

APS 24

Diploma in Food Operations Management

APS 24

Diploma in Hospitality Management

APS 24

Diploma in Human Resource Management

APS 24

Diploma in Marketing

APS 24

Diploma in Operations Management

APS 24

Diploma in Retail Business Management

APS 24

Diploma in Sport Management

APS 24

Diploma in Supply Chain Management

APS 24

Diploma in Tourism Management

APS 24

Diploma in Work Study

APS 24

Higher Certificate in Administrative Information Management

APS 20

Higher Certificate in Contact Centre Management

APS 20

Faculty of Science

Bachelor of Environmental Health

APS 24

Bachelor of Health Science in Clinical Technology

APS 24

Bachelor of Health Science in Medical Laboratory Science

APS 24

Bachelor of Health Science in Medical Orthotics and Prosthetics

APS 24

Bachelor of Health Science in Veterinary Technology

APS 24

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics

APS 24

Bachelor of Nursing

APS 27

Bachelor of Pharmacy

APS 24

Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostic

APS 24

Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry

APS 24

Diploma in Analytical Chemistry

APS 21

Diploma in Animal Sciences

APS 19

Diploma in Biotechnology

APS 21

Diploma in Crop Production

APS 19

Diploma in Environmental Sciences

APS 24

Diploma in Equine Science

APS 19

Diploma in Fire Technology

APS 20

Diploma in Food Technology

APS 21

Diploma in Geology

APS 21

Diploma in Horticulture

APS 25

Diploma in Industrial Physics

APS 21

Diploma in Kinesiology and Coaching Science

APS 24

Diploma in Landscape Technology

APS 25

Diploma in Nature Conservation

APS 24

Diploma in Somatic Therapy

APS 22

Diploma in Water Science and Technology

APS 21

Diploma in Wildlife Management

APS 24

Higher Certificate in Dental Assisting

APS 18

Higher Certificate in Forestry Management

APS 18

Higher Certificate in Resource and Waste Management

APS 18

Higher Certificate in Water Treatment

APS 18

APS is the first gate. You also need the right subjects at the right level, and competitive programmes fill up, so they take the top students first and may add a test (like the NBT) or an interview. Always confirm the current cut-off in the official TUT prospectus before you apply.

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