Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) was established in 2004 through the merger of three former technikons, with the goal of creating a unified institution that offers all students access to academic opportunities and a sense of belonging within their communities. Since then, TUT has grown rapidly to become the largest contact university in South Africa. It comprises seven faculties that offer a wide range of programs in science, engineering and technology, business and management, education, humanities, and the arts.