Vaal University of Technology
#25
In South Africa
Unranked globally
In the world
VUT is all about practical skills, solid diplomas and degrees, and giving you a real shot at the job market. APS scores matter here, with bonus points for core subjects.
Ranking source: User-provided local order
What APS do you need for VUT?
Programmes at VUT range from about APS 19 for the lowest-entry courses up to APS 27 for the most competitive. The minimum APS and required subjects for each programme are below, grouped by faculty. VUT scores APS using Standard best 6 (LO excluded) (max 42).
Popular programme cut-offs at VUT
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 FET Teaching
- Engineering
- Extended Diploma in Chemical Engineering
- Commerce (BCom)
- Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting
Faculty of Applied & Computer Sciences
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Science
APS 27
Diploma in Agricultural Management
APS 21
Diploma in Analytical Chemistry
APS 21
Diploma in Biotechnology
APS 23
Diploma in Environmental Science
APS 21
Diploma in Information Technology
APS 24
Diploma in Non-Destructive Testing
APS 19
Faculty of Engineering & Technology
Diploma in Chemical Engineering
APS 24
Diploma in Civil Engineering
APS 24
Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering
APS 24
Diploma in Electronic Engineering
APS 24
Diploma in Industrial Engineering
APS 24
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
APS 24
Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering
APS 24
Diploma in Operations Management
APS 23
Diploma in Power Engineering
APS 24
Diploma in Process Control Engineering
APS 24
Extended Diploma in Chemical Engineering
APS 22
Extended Diploma in Civil Engineering
APS 22
Extended Diploma in Computer Systems Engineering
APS 22
Extended Diploma in Electronic Engineering
APS 22
Extended Diploma in Industrial Engineering
APS 22
Extended Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
APS 22
Extended Diploma in Metallurgical Engineering
APS 22
Extended Diploma in Power Engineering
APS 22
Extended Diploma in Process Control Engineering
APS 22
Faculty of Human Sciences
Bachelor of Communication Studies
APS 20
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching
APS 22
Diploma in Ecotourism Management
APS 20
Diploma in Fashion, Photography, Graphic Design and Fine Art
APS 21
Diploma in Food Service Management
APS 20
Diploma in Labour Law
APS 24
Diploma in Legal Assistance
APS 23
Diploma in Policing
APS 20
Diploma in Public Relations
APS 20
Diploma in Safety Management
APS 21
Diploma in Tourism Management
APS 20
Faculty of Management Sciences
Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting
APS 22
Diploma in Financial Information Systems
APS 20
Diploma in Human Resources Management
APS 20
Diploma in Internal Auditing
APS 23
Diploma in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
APS 20
Diploma in Marketing
APS 20
Diploma in Retail Business Management
APS 21
Diploma in Sport Management
APS 21
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 VUT prospectus before you apply.
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