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Higher Certificate in Construction at Central University of Technology, Free State

Central University of Technology, Free State, South Africa

Programme overview

Graduates of the Higher Certificate in Construction are equipped with foundational studies for careers within the built environment disciplines. This qualification combines essential construction management and quantity surveying skills, contributing substantially to national economic development and infrastructure projects.

Faculty: Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology  |  Department: Built Environment  |  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 Construction Site Operations; Quantity Surveying & Estimating Support; Project Management & Contract Administration; Built Environment & Human Settlements; Academic Progression.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 27. Minimum Prior Qualification: A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a Higher Certificate pass (or higher), achieving a minimum score of 27 on the CUT scoring scale, plus a minimum pass mark of 50% (Rating 4) in both Mathematics and Physical Sciences. Required Prior Instructional Offerings & Prerequisites: Mathematical Literacy is not accepted for this programme. Candidates with a CUT scoring scale score of 23 to 26 may be considered subject to a selection process, which could include writing an admission selection test. Applicants in possession of a National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be evaluated according to the specific selection requirements approved by Senate. Note for candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before: Please refer to the official CUT Student Calendar for the specific Senior Certificate (SC) scoring scale and admission requirements applicable to your qualification. Selection Process & Additional Requirements: Prospective students may be subject to a selection process. All general university regulations regarding admission apply. Please note that all students must successfully complete the compulsory Academic Literacy and Communication Studies module to graduate. The programme consists of compulsory core modules and required electives. For full details on credit requirements (minimum 140 SAQA credits) and complete module structures, please consult the Student Calendar.

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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