Advanced Diploma in Design Technology at Central University of Technology, Free State

Programme overview

Graduates of this programme gain technical and technological mastery over both analogue and digital production methods.

Faculty: Humanities | Department: Design and Studio Art | Duration: 1 year (full-time) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Career pathways

Career pathways listed by the programme page include Technical Production & Fabrication; Creative & Studio Practice; Project & Industry Management; Further Academic Study.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum Prior Qualification: A National Diploma in Design and Studio Art or an equivalent Art and Design qualification. Required Prerequisites: Intermediate knowledge of software including: Rhino (or similar CAD programme), InDesign, Cinema 4D, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, and Maya. Selection Process & Additional Requirements: Additional Requirements: This is a one-year full-time programme. Prospective students may be subject to a portfolio review or selection process to ensure readiness for advanced design technology applications.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Applications for the 2027 academic year opened in April 2026 and closed on 30 September 2026 for undergraduate, advanced diploma, honours and structured master's programmes; no late or walk-in applications are accepted.

There is no application fee and no residence application fee; applications are made through the online portal.

Apply through the official page: https://www.cut.ac.za/application-process

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