VerifiedThe Central University of Technology (CUT) has two campuses: Bloemfontein and Welkom. Welkom offers selected programmes only, so check the campus before you apply. This page compares the two and explains CUT’s admission points.
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Bloemfontein vs Welkom
| Bloemfontein | Welkom | |
|---|---|---|
| Programmes | The full range across four faculties | Selected programmes |
| Phone | 051 507 3911 | 057 910 3500 |
| Education examples | BEd programmes including Technology | BEd programmes |
Admission points
| Your points | Outcome |
|---|---|
| 27 or more | Meets the minimum |
| 22 to 26 | Selection test required |
| 21 or fewer | Not admitted |
Points range from 2 for 30 to 39% up to 8 for 90 to 100%, and Life Orientation counts for at most 1 point. Programmes add subject requirements.
2027 applications
- Close 30 September 2026 for undergraduate programmes.
- No application fee.
- No late or walk-in applications.
CUT has no authorised application consultants; apply yourself on its enrolment portal.
Faculty and programme examples: what you can study at CUT.
Frequently asked questions
Does CUT have a Welkom campus?
Yes. The Welkom campus offers selected programmes.
What happens with 24 admission points at CUT?
Applicants with 22 to 26 points write a selection test.