2025 Late applications at CPUT for programmes with available spaces as from November 2024
The closing date for the Full Research Master’s and Doctoral Studies will remain open until 14 March 2025.
2025 late applications will be available only for identified programmes with available spaces for the following application categories:
- Applicants who exhausted only 1 or 2 options out of the maximum of 3 choices for applications submitted during the normal application timelines.
- Applicants who did not apply during the normal application timelines (maximum of 3 choices)
- Regretfully, no 4th choice, following Dean’s Discretionary process, will be considered during this late application timeframe
- Students transferring from other universities
- CPUT students who have taken a gap in their studies
- Phasing out programmes (where applicable)
Online assistance
Online assistance capacity has been increased for online applications and registrations processes. Applicants and prospective students who require off-campus assistance can contact the Call Centre on 086 123 2788 / 021 959 6767 or visit the following link for detailed contact information: https://www.cput.ac.za/enquiries.
The official CPUT Facebook page regularly posts updates. Please like the page for updates. Also consult the online application step-by-step guide downloadable from https://www.cput.ac.za/study/apply/step-4-online-application.
Late application timeframe
Refer to the lists provided below that contains the timelines.
Who may apply
Applications are open for the following applicants:
- National applicants (with an SA ID), including Refugee/Asylum Seeker and/or Permanent Residency applicants with a National Senior Certificate (NSC) / SC (Senior Certificate) / NCV (National Vocal Certificate) / National Qualification
- National applicants (with an SA ID), Refugee/Asylum Seeker and Permanent Residency applicants applying towards bachelor’s degree studies, who has obtained international qualifications and who already have a CPUT Matriculation Exemption Certification (USAF)
- National applicants (with an SA ID), Refugee/Asylum Seeker and Permanent Residency applicants, applying towards other studies except bachelor’s degree, who has obtained international qualifications and who already have SAQA certification
List of identified programmes with available spaces
Undergraduate Studies
(Higher Certificate/Diploma/Bachelors/B Ed/Advanced Diploma studies): Download the list provided below.
Postgraduate Studies
(Postgraduate Diploma/B Ed Honours/Masters/Doctoral studies): Download the list provided below.
How to submit your late application
Online applications – Free of charge
All applications must be submitted online
STEP 1: CHOOSE PROGRAMMES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Select from the list of available programmes
- Consult the 2025 prospectuses to ensure that you meet the minimum admission and subject requirements for your programme of choice Step 1: Choose a qualification and special requirements - CPUT
STEP 2: GATHER YOUR DOCUMENTS OR UPLOAD FURTHER/OUTSTANDING DOCUMENTS
- Click [here] Step 2: Gather your documents or upload further/ outstanding documents - CPUT to access the important information regarding documentation that is outlined on this page
- Please take note of the following:
- Minor applicants must submit a Minor Application Declaration
- Any additional supporting documentation that is required for specific programmes
- The format of the online submission of the supporting documentation
- Any other information outlined on this page
STEP 3: SUBMIT YOUR ONLINE APPLICATION AND SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
- Select the following link that will guide you how to submit your application online Step 4: Online application - CPUT
- Also read the information as outlined on this page
- Consult the step-by-step guide for guidance in how to complete the online application
- Frequently Asked Questions are available on this page
- For online assistance, please call the Call Centre – the information is covered above
Important notice
Only completed applications will be considered. Please consult the list of supporting documentation.
Only applications that followed the outlined application processes above will be considered as an application.
Manual application submission will not be considered except otherwise stated in the list provided i.e. few non-degree purpose progammes.
Postal Services (including courier services) will not be considered.
Due to limited residence space, the residence department does not accept late applications. Academic acceptance to CPUT do not constitute residence acceptance or placement. It is therefore recommended that students make alternative arrangements for accommodation.
Application outcome
Selections will be conducted within the respective Faculties and the outcome will be communicated via SMS to the applicant. Please track your outcome frequently and/or download your acceptance letter by accessing the CPUT website link: http://www.cput.ac.za/study/track
