About DUT
The Durban Institution of Technology (DUT), which has more than 33,000 students, is the top university in KwaZulu-Natal (KZN). It is situated in Pietermaritzburg and Durban (PMB), two stunning cities. Since teaching and learning are highly valued at this university of technology, all of its faculty members are required to hold the most advanced degrees.
The ML Sultan and Technikon Natal technikons merged to form the Durban University of Technology in April 2002. Like the other technical universities, it was called the Durban Institute of Technology before being renamed the Durban University of Technology.
DUT Online Applications for 2026
Online Applications for 2026 are now open
Courses
Faculty of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Applied Science in Industrial Chemistry
Bachelor of Applied Science in Textile Science
Bachelor of Applied Science in Food Science and Technology
Faculty of Management Sciences
Dip Management Sciences: Human Resources (p/t)
Diploma in Catering Management
Dip Management Sciences: Operations (p/t)
Faculty of Health Sciences
B Health Science: Environmental Health
Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Power Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electronic Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Industrial Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering
Bachelor of the Built Environment in Architecture
Bachelor of the Built Environment in Geomatics
Bachelor of the Built Environment in Construction Studies
Bachelor Built Environment: Urban and Regional Planning
Diploma in Pulp and Paper Technology
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Chemical Engineering
Diploma in Built Environment in Construction Studies
Diploma in Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering
How to Apply
- Apply online at the Central Applications Office (CAO). (A prospective student who wishes to study at DUT must apply via the CAO by visiting their website at www.cao.ac.za)