CPUT Late Applications for 2025-2026

CPUT Late Applications 2025-2026 | Cape Peninsula University of Technology

UNDERGRADUATE APPLICANTS

We are not accepting late applications.

Applicants who need financial assistance must submit their applications on the NSFAS online application system. Applications are now open and close on 30 November . Applications must be completed at http://www.nsfas.org.za/content/how-to-apply.html.

POSTGRADUATE APPLICANTS

Postgraduate programmes containing coursework mostly close on 31 October, with the exception of a few programmes and faculties which start to close from May onward. Please refer to the Directions for Postgraduate Applicants for the relevant closing dates.

Applications for research-only postgraduate programmes do not close. Please select the year in which you wish to start your programme when applying.

SEMESTER STUDY ABROAD (SSA) APPLICANTS

The SSA programme is offered to international students who are pursuing a degree elsewhere and plan to study abroad at UCT for a semester or two for the purposes of international credit mobility. Upon completion of the UCT semester course-load, the credits can be transferred to their degree at their home university. SSA credits do not count toward a UCT qualification.

SSA application cycle:

First semester (which runs from late January to mid-June): applications open in the first week of August and close on 31 October of the preceding year.

Second semester (which runs from early July to late November): applications open in the second week of January and close on 30 April of the same year.

For further information, visit Semester Study Abroad.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) application deadlines

Registration Guide

Now that you know the CPUT registration dates  details, you need to understand that it is expected that all students should register online unless specified in the details of your registration schedule. Take note of the fact that international students must register on campus and must be present for clearance at the campus before proceeding for registration. Other students must register online before the on-campus support dates are released. Take note that the online registration can only happen if your computer has certain specifications which include: Internet Explorer 7 or higher, with Adobe Acrobat Reader 7 or higher. In case you have issues, visit any of the dedicated computer laboratories set aside for registration at CPUT. Take note of the specified CPUT registration closing date for each program if you are to register in time.

CPUT online application undergraduate

Before you can even get to the registration stage, you must have applied to study at any of the campuses at CPUT. So how do you apply? The application depends on whether you are a first time application or if you are applying for a subsequent time in the sense that you already have a student number. The application process is as follows:

1. Visit the website www.cput.ac.za for further information on application. You need to choose the specifications and understand the special requirements expected of you.
2. Gather all your documents together making reference to the details you got on the website in step one above. Get the application form here.
3. Follow the study application guide on the website. This will help you to either complete your application online or manually.
4. Take note that at this point your applications will be forwarded to the faculties
5. Make payments of your application fees. An application fee of R100 is charged before any forms are released. You should attach the proof of payment. The late application fee is R150 which is allowed only if the announcement is made on the website. You can choose to make the payment in cash and take it to the school’s cashier or submit a bank slip of the payment. For payment details consider:

• Account name: Cape Peninsula University of Technology.
• Bank name: ABSA Bank
• Account number: 405 354 8487
• Branch: Public Sector Cape Town
• Branch code: 632005
• Reference: ID number or Student number, Surname and Initials

or alternatively

• Account name: Cape Peninsula University of Technology
• Bank: ABSA Bank
• Account number: 012 0266 0521
• Branch: Bellville
• Branch code: 632005
• Swift code (payment outside SA): ABSA ZA JJ
• Reference: Passport number or Student number, Surname and Initials

6. Send the CPUT application form and documents manually. This is applicable for applications only.

7. Follow up and find out more about your admission status.

CPUT online application form

Applications are done online. There are a few exceptions of categories of people that are allowed to apply manually including:

• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) candidates
• Non-South African Citizens (International applicants)
• Non-South African School Leaving Types applications

To access the application form you can choose to download it and use the physical form at home. Alternatively, you can also collect the form at any of the registration and application offices at CPUT campuses.

Tracking your CPUT application status

It’s one thing to apply and another to gain admission. Make a point of finding out whether or not your application was successful. To do this;

• You can choose to make a call to the School

Make the call to the call center using the following details:

CPUT Call Centre

• Tel: +27 21 959 6767
• Tel: 086 123 2788
• Email: info@cput.ac.za

Bellville Campus Admissions Office

• Tel: +27 21 959 6256
• Tel: +27 21 959 6270

District Six Campus Admissions Office

• Tel: +27 21 460 3393
• Tel: +27 21 460 3861

Take note of the fact that you will be required to supply our student ID or passport number before any information is divulged to you

• Track the process online. If you choose to track the application online, you will be required to fill a form before you can access any information. This form comes with details of the following:

1. Your ID / Passport / Asylum number, depending on what you used on the application form.
2. Your Student Number. This can be substituted for the Id
3. Mandatory first name

In case you have been asking, how do I check my application status at Tut? Remember to make a call or follow the online procedure.