Higher Certificate in Mathematics for Engineering Technology at Central University of Technology, Free State

Programme overview

This qualification serves as a vital academic bridge for students who have completed Mathematics up to Grade 11 level, equipping them with the rigorous mathematical foundation required to access and succeed in STEM-related engineering programmes.

Faculty: Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology | Department: Mathematical and Physical Sciences | Duration: 1 year (full-time) | Study mode: full-time | Intake: January | Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

Career pathways

Career pathways listed by the programme page include Engineering & STEM Progression; Research & Technical Support; Educational & STEM Facilitation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum Prior Qualification: A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or National Certificate (Vocational) (NCV) with the following minimum subject requirements: A minimum of 50% in English. A minimum of 50% in Physical Science or Technical Science. A minimum of 30% in Mathematics or Technical Mathematics. Programme Progression & Subject Recognition: Direct Progression: Graduates of this Higher Certificate must apply for admission into a Diploma in Engineering Technology (Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical) or a Bachelor of Engineering Technology. Subject Recognition: Graduates may apply for subject recognition for Mathematics 1, provided they are admitted into one of the aforementioned Diploma programmes. Selection Process & Additional Requirements: All instructional offerings in this programme are compulsory. The qualification will be issued upon the successful completion of 132 SAQA credits. There is only one intake per year, in January. 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.

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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