CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, FREE

STATE (CUT)

CALENDAR 2021

Students are subject to the rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the Central University of
Technology, Free State, provided that the formulation, amendment and suspension of such rules,
regulations, policies and procedures are prerogatives of the Central University of Technology, Free
State.
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CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, FREE STATE MESSAGE FROM

THE VICE-CHANCELLOR AND PRINCIPAL

Dear CUT students

Greetings to all! Ke Ya le Dumedisa Bohle Kaofela! Groete aan u almal!

Welcome to the 2021 academic year. You have joined more than 20 000 other students, including
international students from more than ten countries, at the Bloemfontein and Welkom campuses. We
are glad that you have chosen CUT as your academic home away from home. Students are the heart of
any university, and every academic year brings a buzz of activity, excitement and renewed energy to
our university, and inspiration to our employees.

Those of you who have joined us for the first time have made an excellent choice, and you can look
forward to an enriching experience at this institution. We are delighted that you have chosen CUT to
reach your full potential, and to create a future of which you and your loved ones can be proud. As
Kofi Annan once said: “Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of
progress, in every society, in every family”. We are confident that our competent staff and our academic
and research programmes will provide a platform for you to sharpen your knowledge in your respective
fields.

CUT offers a holistic learning experience. Your learning will not be limited to academic learning, as
there are other important skills we wish to develop in you. We refer to these skills as “graduate
attributes”. They are the traits we wish to inculcate in you to ensurtee that, upon graduation, you are
prepared for the world of work, and are able to seamlessly transition from the university to the
workplace. Now more than ever, it is important to develop
graduates with not only academic acumen, but also emotional intelligence and creative, critical and
entrepreneurial skills.

We also seek to develop ethical leaders who are equipped to make decisions based on high moral
standards, and who consider how their decisions will affect others. We aspire to produce responsible
citizens. As Martin Luther King Jr said: “Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true
education”.

Furthermore, we offer an array of extramural activities that will allow you to develop your talent in
sport, culture and leadership. There is something to cater for every taste – soccer, rugby, netball,
basketball; cricket; tennis; choir; student societies; and CUT FM, to name but a few. The staff members
within Student Services are highly competent and well trained to support you at various levels.

Learn to take full responsibility for your development. You are accountable to yourself, and there will
be no one to check up on you. Attend lectures, laboratory sessions and tutorials, and do your
assignments. Develop a study plan, and make use of the library and online learning resources. However,
know that you are not alone. If you find it hard to cope, seek help. We have state-of-the-art resources
to support student learning and development, such as the Wellness Centre, the Centre for Innovation
in Learning and Teaching (CILT), Counselling Services and Libraries and Information services.
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Contact the m, your lecturers or mentors. Talk to your classmates, housemates, friends, and the
Students’ Representative Council (SRC). They constitute the support system you need. Remember,
you are destined for greatness!

Our theme for the next five years is “Reimagining CUT as a transformational, transformative and
entrepreneurial university and ‘model’ university of technology (UoT) in Africa, impacting on the
socio-economic development of the Central region of South Africa and beyond”. We believe that our
students, graduates, alumni and staff are taking the lead in activities that will fuel economic growth,
especially through cutting-edge research and life-changing social and technological innovations, as we
measure our success by our ability to contribute towards socio-economic development worldwide.

Furthermore, we are committed to enhancing our institutional culture, as we value our employees and
students, and want to create an enabling environment for them to flourish. Thus, we aim to uproot all
forms of unfair discrimination, whilst embracing diversity,
non-racialism, non-sexism and human dignity for all.

In conclusion, make maximum use of this opportunity to achieve success in your studies, build your
future and character, and protect your moral qualities. Live your values, so that people will see that
CUT students are unique, and that they have high ethical values and the unique characteristics to
become leaders in our society.

As Mahatma Gandhi said:

“You must be the change you wish to see in the world.”

“O tlamehile ho ba phetoho eo o batlang ho e bona lefatseng.”
“Jy moet die verandering wees wat jy in die wêreld wil sien.”

Enjoy your CUT journey!

Best wishes / Katleho le Mahlohonolo / Beste wense

Prof. Henk de Jager

Vice-Chancellor and Principal
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CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF
TECHNOLOGY, FREE STATE
VISION

The vision of CUT is as follows:

By 2030, Central University of Technology, Free State shall be a leading African University of
Technology, shaping the future through innovation.

MISSION
In aspiring to fulfil its vision the reimagined CUT, as a university of technology:

• delivers high-quality, appropriate Science,Technology Engineering and Mathematics

(STEM) academic programmes, as well as those in Management Sciences, Education and
Humanities, supported by applied research;
• engages with the community for mutually beneficial development;
• promotes access with success in attracting potentially successful students, and supporting
them to become employableand job creating graduates;
• attracts and retains high-quality students and expert staff, and supports their development
and well-being; and
• forges strategic partnerships that are mutually beneficial.

CORE VALUES

• Ubuntu
• Integrity
• Diversity
• Innovation
• Excellence
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HISTORICAL OVERVIEW

The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) is the only University of Technology in central
South Africa dedicated to quality education and training in Science, Engineering and Technology (SET)
and Arts. Over the past 35 years, CUT has developed into a model University of Technology, able to take
its place in the national as w ell as international higher education landscape.

CUT, then still known as the Technikon Orange Free State, opened its doors in 1981 with 285 students
enrolled in mainly Secretarial, Art and Design programmes. In 2018, the university boasted 19 386
students who decided to make CUT their academic partner in earning a qualification and gaining
appropriate workplace experience. With the restructuring of the higher education landscape in the early
2000’ssome years ago, some years ago, CUT embraced its new status as a university of technology, and
thus positioned itself to succeed as such. On 26 March 2004, the former Technikon Free State officially
exchanged its “technikon” status for a tailor-made identity, when its new name was published in the
Government Gazette – a name that is a true reflection of what the university stands for: Central University
of Technology, Free State.

CUT’s history – from its humble beginnings to the proud university it is today – is reflected in its buildings.
The unoccupied buildings of the Commercial High School in St Georges Street, leased in 1981, soon
became too small, and a second building in President Brand Street was occupied. In 1988, the university
purchased the former premises of the Eunice Primary School and the campus of the Bloemfontein College
of Education. Before long, these were followed by the Main Building (today known as the ZR Mahabane
Building), the BHP Billiton Building (which houses a large portion of the Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment and Information Technology), the Dirk Coetzee Building (which houses the Faculty of
Health and Environmental Sciences), the Prosperitas Auditorium, as well as the Boet Troskie Hall and a
modern library. The Lapeng Student Centre is a hub of student activity that not only renders a valuable
service with regard to the students’ requirements, but also ensures that they enjoy every aspect of student
life to the full. This centre is equipped with an amphitheatre, as well as a cafeteria where students can
socialise. The University continue to expand its infrastructure to establish and accommodate the
increasing requirements of a modern university.

However, it would be a pity if the university’s progress could be measured only by its state-of-the-art
facilities. At CUT, progress and transformation go hand in hand. Within our new institutional culture,
CUT can also be described in terms of the needs experienced within an African context. CUT boasts a
diverse student community that is a true reflection of its demographic composition. The implementation
of an Employment Equity Plan also guarantees that the academic and support services staff are
representative in nature. In 2019, CUT employed approximately 1030 full-time as well as 480 part-time
employees.

CUT offers a wide range of qualifications in its four faculties, namely the Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment and Information Technology, the Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences, the Faculty
of Management Sciences and the Faculty of Humanities.
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Since its inception, CUT has been aware of its social responsibility towards the broader community. By
making technology and expertise available to the entrepreneur, the development of new business in the
region is encouraged, and jobs are created.

Excellent sporting facilities on campus cater for the needs of sport enthusiasts, who can choose from a
host of formally organised sport codes, ranging from athletics, soccer, rugby and cricket, to basketball,
volleyball and netball. In 2011, the Student Academic Support Centre on the Bloemfontein campus was
completed. The construction of the Teacher Education Building, BHP Billiton Building (Faculty of
Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology) and Dirk Coetzee Building (Faculty of
Health and Environmental Sciences) was completed in 2012. In 2017, 3 further buildings were completed,
including an additional Teachers Education building for the Faculty of Humanities, and an additional
building for the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology. The
construction of a 96-bed residence was completed in 2017.

Since the university’s merger of the former Welkom campus of the Vista University in 2004, particular
attention has been paid to the development of its academic infrastructure and the Programme Qualification
Mix (PQM). The campus also boasts state-of-the-art Library and Information Services and well-equipped
lecturing venues. The Student Academic Support Centre and Teacher Education Building accommodates
the UoT-type programmes that are gradually being phased in at this campus. Some sporting facilities,
including a soccer field and tennis courts, have also been built. Additional lecture rooms were constructed
and completed in 2012. In 2017 a 252-bed student residence and a new building for IT and Languages
were completed. A state-of-the-art cafeteria was completed in 2019.

CUT refers to its students who have completed their studies as practuandi and not graduandi, because
CUT students graduate with academic qualifications that not only testify to a combination of theoretical
and practical knowledge, but also allow graduates to enter the job market with prior experience in the
industry – proof that they are fit for purpose. They have the foundation to be our country’s new generation
of forward-thinkers. We do not merely train students for jobs – we train students to think; to explore
beyond the boundaries of today; to innovate; to imagine possibilities; to create; and to become agents of
social change. CUT metamorphoses learners into leaders; amateurs into authorities; and pupils into
professionals.

This UoT helps shape the future of approximately 4 500 practuandi annually, all of whom have the
opportunity to further their studies at postgraduate level. As a UoT, CUT specialises in SET-applied
research. The university recognises the importance of partnerships with industry/business and government
to meet its research objectives and to contribute to the well-being of society

The research is organized through six research centres. These centres are:

 Centre for Applied Food Security and Biotechnology (CAFSaB)

 Centre for diversity in higher education research
 Centre for Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Studies
 Centre for Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing (CRPM)
 Centre for Sustainable Smart Cities
 Centre on Quality of Health and Living
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In our efforts to educate, teach and train our students with the aid of world-class technology, we also focus
on those values we hold dear, namely customer service, excellence, innovation, integrity and diversity.
You must integrate the entrepreneurial focus too.
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SYMBOLISM OF
THE LOGO

Our symbol

The molecule:

The molecule symbolises technology, innovation, the future and beyond. It expresses the unification of collective
knowledge and celebrates diversity – reflecting the deepening of democracy for all CUT stakeholders.

Suspended, it has the freedom to choose its own path, create new paradigms, anticipate the future, and challenge the
status quo.

As the central building block of the physical world, it expresses the energy of creation.

This energy, contained within the symbol, is the driving force that is typical of our conviction of humanity, dedication,
community, free thinking, and clarity in vision.

The shield:

The shield is our sense of stability, credibility and sustainability – our strength as one. It is our foundation to leap
forward into the future and beyond.

The colours:

Red is the colour of courage – the energy with which we grasp every task or challenge. It signifies our region of
origin.

Yellow gives us light to see into the future, and the joy we feel as we embrace it.

Blue brings life to all that we imagine; calm and clarity to all that we hear; vision in all that we strive to do; and
sincerity in all that we believe.

These are the ingredients driving us in THINKING BEYOND

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE

Message from the Vice-Chancellor and Principal 2

Vision, mission and core values 4
Historical overview 5
Map of the city of Bloemfontein 8
Map of the Bloemfontein campus 9
Layout of the Bloemfontein campus buildings 10
Map of the city of Welkom 11
Map of the Welkom campus 12
Layout of the Welkom campus buildings 13
Symbolism of the logo 14
Table of contents 15
Index 24
Disclaimer 26
Observation of silent reflection 26
Important notice to all students 27
Addresses 28
Telephone numbers 30
Recesses 43
Year Programme 2021 44
Academic Calendar 2021 86
CUT Council 88
Institutional Forum (IF) 90
Senate 91
Management Committee (Mancom) 96
Honorary degrees 97
Non-lecturing and support services staff: Bloemfontein campus 98
Internal auditors 102
Alumni Association 103
Non-lecturing and support services staff: Welkom campus 104
Definitions 106
Chapter 1 – Important information, documents, rules and regulations for students 107
hapter 2 – General administrative rules for students 109
Chapter 3 – Regulations on how the Bill of Rights is to be implemented within CUT 112
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Chapter 4 – General rules for students 119

Chapter 5 – Admission policy and procedure 133
Policy on the exclusion of students on financial grounds 184
Chapter 6 – Work-integrated learning (WIL) policy 186
Chapter 7 – Rules for bursaries/loans (financial support) 193
Chapter 8 – Language policy 195
Chapter 9 – Summary of assessment rules and regulations: 2021 200
Chapter 10 - Examination Policy and procedures 218
Chapter 11 – Library and Information Services rules 281
Chapter 12 – Code of Conduct for Students 287
Chapter 13 – Disciplinary Rules for Students 291
Chapter 14 – Grievance procedure 306
Chapter 15 – Traffic rules 311
Chapter 16 – Rules of the Protection Services Unit 318
Chapter 17 – Residence rules 328
Chapter 18 – Terms of reference of the Central University of Technology, Free State
331
(CUT)’s Students’ Representative Council (SRC)
Chapter 19 – Academic dress 401
ACADEMIC FACULTIES 405
CHAPTER 20 – FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES 405
HIGHER CERTIFICATE
Higher Certificate: Community Development Work 415
DIPLOMA (EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME)
Diploma in Hospitality Management (ECP) 418
DIPLOMAS
Diploma in Hospitality Management 423
Diploma in Human Resources Management 427
Diploma in Marketing Management 430
Diploma in Office Management and Technology 433
Diploma in Public Management 436
Diploma in Tourism Management 439
BACHELOR’S DEGREE (EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES)
Bachelor of Management Sciences: Accounting (ECP) 442
Bachelor of Management Sciences: Internal Auditing (ECP) 446
ADVANCED DIPLOMAS
Advanced Diploma: Applied Management 450
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Advanced Diploma: Hospitality Management 452

Advanced Diploma: Human Resources Management 453
Advanced Diploma: Marketing 455
Advanced Diploma: Monitoring and Evaluation 456
Advanced Diploma: Public Management 458
Advanced Diploma: Tourism Management 460
BACHELOR’S DEGREE
Bachelor of Management Sciences: Accounting 461
Bachelor of Management Sciences: Internal Auditing 464
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS
Postgraduate Diploma: Entrepreneurial Management 468
Postgraduate Diploma: Hospitality Management 470
Postgraduate Diploma: Human Resources Management 471
Postgraduate Diploma: Marketing Management 472
Postgraduate Diploma: Project Management 474
Postgraduate Diploma: Public Management 476
Postgraduate Diploma: Tourism Management 477
MASTER’S DEGREES
Master of Management Sciences in Human Resources Management 479
Master of Management Sciences in Marketing Management 479
Master of Management Sciences in Public Management 479
Master of Management Sciences in Tourism and Hospitality Management 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Accounting 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Agricultural Business Management 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Business Administration 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Business Management 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Entrepreneurship 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Fashion Business Management 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Finance 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Hospitality Management 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Human Capital Management 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Internal Auditing 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Marketing Management 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Public Management 479
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Project Management 479
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Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Small Enterprise Management 479

Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Tourism and Event Business Management 479
DOCTORAL DEGREES
Doctor of Business Administration 482
Doctor of Human Resources Management 482
Doctor of Management Sciences in Marketing Management 482
Doctor of Public Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Accounting 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Agricultural Business Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Business Administration 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Business Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Engineering Business Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Entrepreneurship 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Fashion Business Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Finance 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Hospitality Business Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Human Capital Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Internal Auditing 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Marketing Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Project Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Public Management 482
Doctor of Philosophy in Management Sciences: Tourism and Event Business Management 482
CHAPTER 21 – FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND
484
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
HIGHER CERTIFICATES
Higher Certificate in Construction 499
Higher Certificate in Information Technology 500
Higher Certificate in Mathematics for Engineering Technology 502
Higher Certificate in Renewable Energy Technologies 503
DIPLOMAS
Diploma in Computer Networking 505
Diploma in Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering 507
Diploma in Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering 510
Diploma in Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering 513
Diploma in Information Technology 516
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DIPLOMAS: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES (ECPs)

Diploma in Computer Networking (ECP) 519
Diploma in Information Technology (ECP) 522
ADVANCED DIPLOMA
Advanced Diploma in Computer Networking 525
Advanced Diploma in Information Technology 526
Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transportation Management 527
BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES (for students who have already
been awarded the National Diploma)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Construction Management (Phasing out) 529
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil (Phasing out) 530
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical (Phasing out) 533
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Mechanical (Phasing out) 535
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DEGREES
Bachelor of Construction in Health and Safety Management 538
Bachelor of Construction in Construction Management 540
Bachelor of Construction in Quantity Surveying 542
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering 544
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering 548
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering 552
Bachelor of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources Management 556
BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DEGREES (ECPs)
Bachelor of Construction in Construction Management (ECP) 559
Bachelor of Construction in Quantity Surveying (ECP) 562
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS
Postgraduate Diploma in Health and Safety Management 565
Postgraduate Diploma in Construction Management 566
Postgraduate Diploma in Construction in Quantity Surveying 567
Postgraduate Diploma in Construction in Urban Development 568
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology 569
HONOURS DEGREE
Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Civil Engineering 571
MASTER’S DEGREES
Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering 574
Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering 574
Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 574
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Master of Information Technology 574

DOCTORAL DEGREES
Doctor of Engineering in Civil Engineering 575
Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering 575
Doctor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering 575
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE
Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology 575
POSTDOCTORAL STUDIES
Registration as a Professional Technician and/or Technologist with the Engineering Council 575
of South Africa (ECSA)
Registration as a Professional Quantity Surveyor or Construction Manager with the relevant 576
professional body
CHAPTER 22 – FACULTY OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES 577
HIGHER CERTIFICATE
Higher Certificate in Dental Assisting 585
NATIONAL DIPLOMAS: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES (ECPs)
National Diploma: Biomedical Technology ECP (Phasing out) 587
National Diploma: Environmental Health ECP (Phasing out) 591
National Diploma: Somatology ECP (Phasing out) 594
NATIONAL DIPLOMAS
National Diploma: Agricultural Management (Phasing out) 601
National Diploma: Environmental Health (Phasing out) 603
DIPLOMA: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES (ECPs)
Diploma in Somatology (ECP) 607
DIPLOMAS
Diploma in Agricultural Management 611
Diploma in Biomedical Technology (Phasing out) 613
Diploma in Somatology 617
ADVANCED DIPLOMAS
Advanced Diploma in Agricultural Extension 620
Advanced Diploma in Agricultural Management 621
Advanced Diploma in Health Management 622
BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES (for students who have already been
awarded the National Diploma)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Clinical Technology (Phasing out) 623
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Somatology (Phasing out) 625
BACHELOR’S DEGREE: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME (ECP)
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Bachelor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology (ECP) 627

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Sciences (ECP) 634
Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostic (ECP) 638
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health (ECP) 642
BACHELOR’S DEGREE
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology 647
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Science 656
Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostic 660
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health 664
MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES
Magister Technologiae: Agriculture (Phasing out) 669
Magister Technologiae: Environmental Health (Phasing out) 669
Magister Technologiae: Radiography (Diagnostic) (Phasing out) 669
Magister Technologiae: Radiography (Therapy) (Phasing out) 669
Magister Technologiae: Radiography (Nuclear Medicine) (Phasing out) 669
MASTER’S DEGREES
Master of Agriculture 670
Master of Health Sciences in Biomedical Technology 670
Master of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology 670
Master of Health Sciences in Environmental Health 670
Master of Health Sciences in Somatology 670
Master of Radiography 670
DOCTOR TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES
Doctor Technologiae: Agriculture 671
Doctor Technologiae: Biomedical Technology (Phasing out) 671
Doctor Technologiae: Clinical Technology (Phasing out) 671
Doctor Technologiae: Environmental Health (Phasing out) 671
Doctor Technologiae: Somatology (Phasing out) 671
DOCTORAL DEGREES
Doctor of Health Sciences in Biomedical Technology 671
Doctor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology 671
Doctor of Health Sciences in Somatology 671
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE
Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Health 672
POSTDOCTORAL STUDIES
CHAPTER 23 – FACULTY OF HUMANITIES 673
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DIPLOMAS
Diploma in Design and Studio Art 682
Diploma in Language Practice and Media Studies 684
DIPLOMA: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME (ECP)
Diploma in Design and Studio Art ECP 687
BACCALAUREUS EDUCATIONIS: FURTHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING
(FET): SPECIALISATION PROGRAMMES
Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Computer Science (Phasing out) 690
Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Economic and Management Sciences 694
(Phasing out)
Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Languages (Phasing out) 699
Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Natural Sciences (Phasing out) 704
Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Technology (Phasing out) 708
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN FOUNDATION / SENIOR PHASE AND FET
TEACHING PROGRAMMES
Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching 713

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Computer Science 719
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Economic and 723
Management Sciences
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Language Education 728
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Mathematics 736
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Natural Sciences 740
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Technology 744
ADVANCED DIPLOMA
Advanced Diploma in Studio Arts 749
Advanced Diploma in Design Technology 750
Advanced Diploma in Language Practice 751
Advanced Diploma in Media Studies 752
POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION
Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) (phasing out) 754
Postgraduate Certificate in Education Senior and FET Phase (PGCSFP) 756
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS
Postgraduate Diploma in Art and Social Design 758
Postgraduate Diploma in Design Technology 759
Postgraduate Diploma in Language Practice 760
Postgraduate Diploma in Media Studies 761
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BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (HONS)

Bachelor of Education Honours: Educational Management (Phasing out) 763
Bachelor of Education Honours in Education Management 764
MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES
Magister Technologiae: Design 766
Magister Technologiae: Fine Art (Phased out) 766
Magister Technologiae: Graphic Design (Phased out) 766
MASTER’S DEGREES
Master of Communication in Language Practice 766
Master of Education 767
DOCTORAL DEGREES
Doctor of Communication in Language Practice 769
Doctor of Education 769
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INDEX PAGE

Academic Calendar 2021 86

Academic dress (Chapter 19) 401
Academic faculties 372
Admission policy and regulations (Chapter 5) 133
Addresses 28
Alumni Association 103
Code of Conduct for Students (Chapter 12) 287
CUT Council 88
Definitions 106
Disciplinary Rules for Students (Chapter 13) 291
Disclaimer 26
Examination Policy and Procedures 218
Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology (Chapter 21) 484
Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences (Chapter 22) 577
Faculty of Humanities (Chapter 23) 673
Faculty of Management Sciences (Chapter 20) 405
General administrative rules for students (Chapter 2) 109
General rules for students (Chapter 4) 119
Grievance procedure (Chapter 14) 306
Historical overview 5
Honorary degrees 97
Important information, documents, rules and regulations for students (Chapter 1) 107
Important notice to all students 27
Index 24
Internal auditors 102
Institutional Forum (IF) 90
Language policy (Chapter 8) 195
Layout of the Bloemfontein campus buildings 10
Layout of the Welkom campus buildings 13
Management Committee (Mancom) 96
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Map of the city of Bloemfontein 8

Map of the Bloemfontein campus 9
Map of the city of Welkom 11
Map of the Welkom campus 12
Message from the Vice-Chancellor and Principal 2
Non-lecturing and support services staff: Bloemfontein campus 98
Non-lecturing and support services staff: Welkom campus 104
Observation of silent reflection 26
Policy on the exclusion of students on financial grounds 184
Recesses 43
Residence rules (Chapter 17) 328
Rules for bursaries/loans (financial support) (Chapter 7) 193
Rules of Library and Information Services (Chapter 11) 281
Rules of the Protection Services Unit (Chapter 16) 318
Senate 91
Regulations on how the Bill of Rights is to be implemented within CUT (Chapter 3) 112
Summary of assessment rules and regulations: 2021 (Chapter 9) 200
Students’ Representative Council (SRC) 103
Symbolism of the logo 14
Table of contents 15
Telephone numbers 30
Terms of Reference of the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT)’s 331
(Chapter 18)
Traffic rules (Chapter 15) 311
Vision, mission and core values 4
Work-integrated learning (WIL) policy (Chapter 6) 186
Year Programme 2021 44
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DISCLAIMER

The provisions of this publication are not to be regarded as an irrevocable contract between the student
and the Central University of Technology, Free State. The established procedures for making changes
protect the integrity of the university, and the interests and welfare of the students.

OBSERVATION OF SILENT REFLECTION

All meetings of the CUT Council and the standing committees of Council, as well as Senate and the
CUT Management Committee (Mancom), are opened with a moment of silent reflection.

Academic ceremonies and other relevant public functions, such as the official opening and graduation
ceremonies, are opened with a moment of silent reflection.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS

The following information pertains to student and institutional rights and responsibilities as
contained in this catalogue.

The general Calendar is published annually by the Central University of Technology, Free State
(CUT) as a guide for students, staff and other stakeholders/partners with an interest in the university.
Students are expected to be familiar with all institutional regulations and information contained in
the Calendar, as well as any amendment to, or modification thereof.

CUT reserves the right to amend regulations, policies and procedures, and to add or withdraw
courses at any time during the period the publication is in effect. The university, with the
concurrence of the CUT Council, also reserves the right to add or withdraw degree programmes and
to change fees at any time. Effective dates of changes are determined by the proper authorities, and
apply to prospective students and to those who are already enrolled.

CUT places full responsibility upon the student for registering for the proper courses and for
fulfilling all requirements for a diploma or degree as stipulated in the Calendar, as amended from
time to time. No agent or employee of CUT has the authority to warrant graduation, the attainment
of any type of licence, or the attainment of any other career goal. The university accepts no
responsibility for delays in graduation or attainment of career goals resulting from errors in
registration, cancelled courses, schedule changes, changes to degree requirements, or similar related
changes, or for errors resulting from consultation with, and reliance upon, any information acquired
from a CUT employee. An advisor’s signature on pre-registration forms, advertisements or similar
cards or forms does not necessarily indicate agreement with, or approval of, the student’s choice of
course, nor may it be construed in any way as a warranty that the student’s choice of course is
sufficient for graduation or the attainment of any career goals.
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ADDRESSES: BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

Please address all correspondence to:

The Registrar
Central University of Technology, Free State
Private Bag X20539
BLOEMFONTEIN 9300
Republic of South Africa

TELEPHONE NUMBER : (051) 507-3911

FAX NUMBER : (051) 507-3199

E-MAIL ADDRESSES

Vice-Chancellor and Principal [email protected]

Dean: Faculty of Management Sciences [email protected]
Dean: Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology [email protected]
Dean: Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences [email protected]
Dean: Faculty of Humanities vacant

TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Vice-Chancellor and Principal: (051) 507-3001

All divisions (Switchboard): (051) 507-3911
Students’ Representative Council (SRC): (051) 507-3181
Protection Services (office hours): (051) 507-3732/3767/3645
(after hours): 082 800 4701
Wellness Centre: (051) 507-3155/3154
Student Services: (051) 507-3785/3786
Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services:
First-year students: (051) 507-3021/3028/3062/3725/3726/3784
Senior students: (051) 507-3021/3028/3062/3725/3726/3784
Communications and Marketing: (051) 507-3841
Campus doctors: (051) 507-3716
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ADDRESSES: WELKOM CAMPUS

Please address all correspondence to: The

Director: Welkom Campus

Central University of Technology, Free State
PO Box 1881
WELKOM 9460
Republic of South Africa

TELEPHONE NUMBER : (057) 910-3500

FAX NUMBER : (057) 396-3331

SEE PAGES 28 – 40 OF THIS CALENDAR FOR ADDITIONAL TELEPHONE NUMBERS

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CONTACT
ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) SECTION/UNIT TEL. NUMBER
PERSON

FEES AND FINANCIAL AID ENQUIRIES

Student Fees. NSFAS and Bursaries Ms A Moleme Financial Aid Officer 507-3760
Student Fees. NSFAS and Bursaries Ms S Shoroma Financial Aid Officer 507-3758
Student Fees. NSFAS and Bursaries Mr M Chacha Financial Aid Officer 507-3763
Student Fees. NSFAS and Bursaries Ms K Wilbraham Financial Aid Officer 507-3334
Student Fees. NSFAS and Bursaries Ms N Mbobo Financial Aid Officer 507-3374
STUDENT ENQUIRIES Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services
Admission (first years); outstanding documentation (first Ms M Burger Faculty of Management Sciences 507-3784
years)
Acknowledgement of receipt of documentation (first All master’s and doctoral programmes [email protected]
years) Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and
Change of learning programme (first years) Information Technology
Admission (seniors) All master’s and doctoral programmes
Amendment of student records
Postdoctoral studies
Selection outcomes
Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences
All master’s and doctoral programmes
Postdoctoral studies
Faculty of Humanities
All master’s and doctoral programmes
Admission (first years); outstanding documentation (first Mr SB Kambule Faculty of Management Sciences 507-3028
years) Department of Business Support Studies
Acknowledgement of receipt of documentation (first [email protected]
years) BTech Business Administration (Phasing out)
Change of learning programme (first years) BTech Project Management (Phasing out)
Admission (seniors) All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Amendment of student records
Selection outcomes
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ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) CONTACT PERSON SECTION/UNIT TEL. NUMBER

Mr SB Kambule Department of Business Management 507-3028
BTech Human Resources Management (Phasing out) [email protected]
BTech Marketing (Phasing out
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Department of Government Management
BTech Public Management (Phasing out
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Department of Hospitality Management
Diploma in Hospitality Management
BTech Hospitality Management (Phasing out)
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Department of Tourism and Events Management
Diploma in Tourism Management
BTech Tourism Management (Phasing out)
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology
Department of Civil Engineering
BTech Civil Engineering (Phasing out)
Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transportation
Management
Department of Electrical, Electronic and Computer
Engineering
BTech Electrical Engineering (Phasing out)
Department of Information Technology
BTech Information Technology: Software Development
(Phasing out)
BTech Information Technology: Web & Application
Development (Phasing out)
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
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CONTACT
ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) SECTION/UNIT TEL. NUMBER
PERSON
Mr SB Kambule Department of Built Environment 507-3028
BTech Construction Management (Phasing out) [email protected]
BTech Quantity Surveying (Phasing out)
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics
Engineering
BTech Mechanical Engineering (Phasing out)
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences
Department of Agriculture
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Department of Health Sciences
Advanced Diploma in Health Management
BTech Biomedical Technology (Phasing out)
BTech Clinical Technology (Phasing out)
BTech Somatology (Phasing out)
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Department of Clinical Sciences
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Department of Life Sciences
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Faculty of Humanities
Department of Postgraduate Studies Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education
Bachelor of Education Honours in Education
Management
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ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) CONTACT PERSON SECTION/UNIT TEL. NUMBER

Mr SB Kambule Department of Design and Studio Art 507-3028
BTech Fine Art (Phasing out) [email protected]
BTech Graphic Design (Phasing out)
BTech Language Practice (Phasing out)
BTech Photography (Phasing out)
All Advanced Diploma’s and Post Graduate Diploma’s
Admission (first years); outstanding documentation (first Ms E Chadinha Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and 507-3062
years) Information Technology [email protected]
Acknowledgement of receipt of documentation (first Department of Electrical, Electronic and Computer
years) Engineering
Change of learning programme (first years) Diploma in Engineering Technology in Electrical
Admission (seniors) Engineering
Amendment of student records Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical
Selection outcomes Engineering
Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences
Department of Agriculture
Department of Clinical Sciences
Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostics
Department of Health Sciences
Diploma in Biomedical Technology
Diploma in Clinical Technology
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology
Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory
Sciences
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ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) CONTACT PERSON SECTION/UNIT TEL. NUMBER

Ms E Chadinha Department of Life Sciences 507-3062
National Diploma Environmental Health
Diploma in Agricultural Management [email protected]
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health
Faculty of Humanities
Department of Language Education
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching:
Specialisation: Language Education
Admission (first years); outstanding documentation (first Ms KD Leeuw-Okafor Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and 507-3021
years) Information Technology [email protected]
Acknowledgement of receipt of documentation (first years) Department of Built Environment
Change of instructional programme (first years) Higher Certificate in Construction
Admission (seniors)
Bachelor of Construction in Construction Management
Amendment of student records
Selection outcomes Bachelor of Construction in Quantity Surveying
Lost student cards Department of Electrical, Electronic and Computer
Brochures Engineering
Higher Certificate Renewable Energy Technologies
Department of Information Technology
Diploma in Computer Networking
Diploma in Information Technology
Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics
Engineering
Diploma in Engineering Technology in Mechanical
Engineering
Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical
Engineering
Faculty of Humanities
Department of Communication Sciences
Diploma in Language Practice and Media Studies
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ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) CONTACT PERSON SECTION/UNIT TEL. NUMBER

Ms KD Leeuw-Okafor Department of Design and Studio Art 507-3021
Diploma in Design and Studio Art [email protected]
Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology
Education
Bachelor or Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching:
Specialisation: Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching:
Specialisation: Technology
Admission (first years); outstanding documentation (first Ms P Pompie Faculty of Management Sciences 507-3726
years)
Acknowledgement of receipt of documentation (first years) Department of Business Management [email protected]
Change of learning programme (first years) Diploma in Human Resources Management
Admission (seniors)
Amendment of student records Diploma in Marketing Management
Selection outcomes Department of Accounting and Auditing
Lost student cards Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT)
Brochures Bachelor of Management Sciences Accounting
Bachelor of Management Sciences Internal Auditing
Faculty of Humanities
Department of Educational and Professional Studies
Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching
Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences
Department of Health Sciences
Diploma in Somatology
Department of Life Sciences
Higher Certificate in Dental Assisting
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ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) CONTACT PERSON SECTION/UNIT TEL. NUMBER

Admission (first years); outstanding documentation (first Mr SP Nkoala Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and 507-3014
years) Information Technology [email protected]
Acknowledgement of receipt of documentation (first Department of Civil Engineering
years)
Change of learning programme (first years) Diploma in Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering
Admission (seniors) Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering
Amendment of student records Bachelor of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources
Selection outcomes Management
Appeal outcomes
Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) Faculty of Management Sciences
Department of Business Support Studies
Diploma in Office Management and Technology
Department of Government Management
Higher Certificate Community Development Work
Diploma in Public Management
Mr SP Nkoala Faculty of Humanities 507-3014
Department of Economic and Management Sciences
Education [email protected]
Bachelor or Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching:
Specialisation: Economic and Management Sciences
Department of Mathematics, Science and Technology
Education
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching:
Specialisation: Computer Science
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching:
Specialisation: Mathematics
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ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) CONTACT PERSON SECTION/UNIT TEL. NUMBER

Criteria for admission (first years) Head of Department Relevant faculty
Readmission (seniors) Head of Department Relevant faculty
Rejected applications (first years) Head of Department Relevant faculty
Exclusion on academic grounds (seniors) Ms MM Mhlabathi Assessment and Graduations 507-3037
Appeals against exclusion on academic grounds Mr SP Nkoala Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 507-3014
Outcome of appeals received from the Appeals Committee Mr SP Nkoala Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 507-3014
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) applications Mr SP Nkoala Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 507-3014
Dates of selection tests (first years) Ms M Kenke Wellness Centre 507-3705
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RESIDENCES
Admission, placement, occupation rates and statistics of
residences Ms R Gilpin Residence Unit 507-3158
Residence information Ms ST Ngo Residence Unit 507-3149
Residence fee quotations Ms S Shoroma Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans 507-3758
ENQUIRIES REGARDING FINANCIAL AID
All enquiries related to bursaries and loans Ms K Wilbraham Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans 507-3334
REQUEST FOR INFORMATION BROCHURES
AND BOOKLETS
Calendar Mr LM Nevare Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 507-3715
Helpdesk/eThuto Vacant e-Learning and Educational Technology 507-3186
Information on learning programmes/subjects Head of Department Relevant faculty
Information on counselling in respect of learning
programmes Wellness Centre Wellness Centre 507-3154
CONFIRMATIONS
CUT term dates, holidays and recesses Mr LM Nevare Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 507-3715
Proof/confirmation of registration Mr LM Nevare Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 507-3715
Proof/confirmation of registration for donors Ms K Wilbraham Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans 507-3334
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CONTACT TEL.
ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) SECTION/UNIT
PERSON NUMBER
ENQUIRIES REGARDING Assessment and Graduations
General enquiries Mr K Matee Assessment and Graduations 507-3408
Test, course and
Ms A Botha
assessment results Study records and
General enquiries Subject recognitions Graduation Mr B Waterboer Faculty of Management Sciences 507-3065
enquiries Department of Business Management
Remarking of assessment scripts Assessment marks and Department of Business Support Studies
results

General enquiries Subject recognitions Graduation Ms B Lemao Faculty of Management Sciences 507-3033
enquiries Department of Accounting and Auditing
Remarking of assessment scripts Assessment marks and Department of Hospitality Management
results (Hotel School)
Department of Government Management
Department of Tourism and Events Management
General enquiries Subject recognitions Graduation Ms C Swanepoel Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and 507-3509
enquiries Information Technology
Remarking of assessment scripts Assessment marks and Department of Civil Engineering
results Department of Built Environment
Department of Electrical, Electronic and Computer
Engineering
Department of Mechanical and Mechatronics
Engineering
General enquiries Subject recognitions Graduation Mr E Kaodi Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and 507-3405
enquiries Information Technology
Remarking of assessment scripts Assessment marks and Department of Information Technology
results Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences
Department of Design and Studio Art
Faculty of Humanities
Department of Postgraduate Studies: Education
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CONTACT TEL.
ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) SECTION/UNIT
PERSON NUMBER
General Ms M Madiya Faculty of Humanities 507-3035
enquiries Department of Communication Sciences
Subject Department of Educational and Professional
recognition Studies
s Department of Language and Social Sciences
Graduation Education
enquiries Department of Mathematics, Science and
Remarking of Technology Education
General enquiries Subject recognitions Graduation enquiries Ms R Hattingh Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences 507-3034
Remarking of assessment scripts Assessment marks and Department of Agriculture
results Department of Clinical Sciences
Department of Health Sciences
Department of Life Sciences
Postgraduate assessment: Ms M Phantsi Faculty of Humanities 507-3068
Master’s degrees Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and
Doctorates Information Technology
Faculty of Management Sciences
Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences
Reissuing of certificates Requests for assessment timetable Mr D Hlapho Faculty of Humanities 507-3032
Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology
Faculty of Management Sciences
Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences
ENQUIRIES REGARDING COMMUNICATIONS AND
MARKETING
Marketing material Mr S Lubuzo Communications and Marketing 507-3841
Marketing material Vacant Communications and Marketing 507-3026
ENQUIRIES REGARDING PARKING DISCS
Parking discs Protection Services Protection Services 507-3609
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CONTACT TEL.
ENQUIRIES (MAIN CAMPUS) SECTION/UNI
PERSON NUMBER
T
ENQUIRIES REGARDING ACADEMIC MATTERS
Faculty Deans Faculty Secretaries Switchboard 507-3911
Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment 507-3081
Ms M Mbeo
FACULTY OFFICERS and Information Technology
Mr WL Mbijekana Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences 507-4048
Mr B Smith Faculty of Management Sciences 507-3220
Mr K Mokoena Faculty of Humanities 507-4016
Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment 507-3070
Mr BJ Jeremiah
FACULTY ADMINISTRATORS and Information Technology
Ms B Mooketsi Faculty of Health and Environmental Sciences 507-3433
Mr B Mokoma Faculty of Management Sciences 507-3261
Mr T Williams Faculty of Humanities 507-3328
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CONTACT TEL
ENQUIRIES (WELKOM CAMPUS) SECTION/U
PERSON .
NIT
NUMB
FINANCIAL ENQUIRIES
Student Fees, NSFAS and Bursaries Ms ESD Taka Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans 910-3663
Residence fees Ms ESD Taka Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans 910-3663
Account enquiries Ms ESD Taka Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans 910-3516
Student Fees, NSFAS and Bursaries Ms N Leteane Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans 910-3661
STUDENT ENQUIRIES
Vacant Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3513
Admission (first years); outstanding documentation (first Ms LC Ralile 910-3514
Ms LC Ralile Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3513
Acknowledgement of receipt of documentation (first years) 910-3514
Vacant Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3513
Change of instructional programme (first years) Ms LC Ralile 910-3514
Admission (seniors) Head of Department Relevant faculty
Admission and statistics Ms L Lekutu Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3509
Rectification of student records Ms L Lekutu Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3509
Selection results and/or selection lists Head of Department Relevant faculty
Criteria for admission (first years) Head of Department Relevant faculty
Readmission (seniors) Head of Department Relevant faculty
Rejected applications (first years) Head of Department Relevant faculty
Exclusion on academic grounds (seniors) Mr T Sekomere Assessment and Graduations 910-3672
Appeals against exclusion on academic grounds Mr T Sekomere Assessment and Graduations 910-3672
Results of appeals received from the Appeals Committee Ms L Lekutu Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3509
Dates of selection tests (first years) Dr H Oberholzer Wellness Centre 910-3636
ENQUIRIES REGARDING FINANCIAL AID
All bursary and loan enquiries Ms ESD Taka Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans 910-3663
REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION BROCHURES
AND
CUT Calendar Ms L Lekutu Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3509
Brochures Ms L Lekutu Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3509
Information on learning programmes/subjects Head of Department Relevant faculty
Information on counselling in respect of learning Dr H Oberholzer Wellness Centre 910-3636
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CONTACT TEL.
ENQUIRIES (WELKOM CAMPUS) PERSON SECTION/UNIT NUMBER
CONFIRMATIONS
Term dates and recesses (CUT) Ms L Lekutu Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3509
Proof/confirmation of registration Ms L Lekutu Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3509
Proof/confirmation of registration for donors Ms ESD Taka Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans 910-3663
ENQUIRIES REGARDING ASSESSMENTS
Assessment results Mr F Burger Assessment and Graduations 910-3665
Mr T Sekomere 910-3672
Test, course and assessment results Mr F Burger Assessment and Graduations 910-3665
Mr T Sekomere 910-3672
Study records and certificates of conduct Mr F Burger Assessment and Graduations 910-3665
Mr T Sekomere 910-3672
ENQUIRIES REGARDING COMMUNICATIONS
AND
Marketing material Dr C Moreku Communications and Marketing 910-3652
ENQUIRIES REGARDING STUDENT CARDS AND
PARKING DISCS
Lost student cards Vacant Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services 910-3513
Ms LC Ralile 910-3514
Parking discs Mr J Barnard Facilities Management 910-3682
ENQUIRIES REGARDING ACADEMIC MATTERS
Head of Department Ms N Mphore Academic Administration 910-3686
Head of Department Ms T Chabana Academic Administration 910-3618
Ms MS Raputsoane Academic Administration 910-3751
Ms K Motaung Academic Administration 910-3618
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RECESSES

WINTER SUMMER
RECESS RECESS
(Academic staff) (Academic staff)
Begins: 2021 – 08 - 16 2021 – 12 – 15
Ends: 2021 – 08 - 20 2022 – 01 - 03

CUT HOLIDAY

26 APRIL 2021: VICE-CHANCELLOR’S DAY

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS IN 2021

01 January 2021: New Year’s Day

21 March 2021: Human Rights Day
22 March 2021: Public Holiday
02 April 2021: Good Friday
05 April 2021: Family Day
26 April 2021: Vice-Chancellor’s Day
27 April 2021: Freedom Day
01 May 2021: Workers’ Day
16 June 2021: Youth Day
09 August 2021: National Women’s Day
24 September 2021: Heritage Day
16 December 2021: Day of Reconciliation
25 December 2021: Christmas Day
26 December 2021: Day of Goodwill
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YEAR PROGRAMME 2021

JANUARY
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Friday 1 NEW YEAR'S DAY Summer recess ends
Saturday 2
Sunday 3
Monday 4 First quarter commences

 Opening of submissions to Academic

Structure and Student Enrolment Services
of appeals or objections against exclusion
due to poor academic performance
 Commencement for submission to
Assessment and Graduations Unit of
applications for a special assessment
opportunity for students requiring only a
single module to meet all the requirements
for a degree/diploma/certificate
 Commencement for submission to
Assessment and Graduations Unit of
applications for subject recognition for
prospective diplomates and graduates for
April 2021

Tuesday 5  Submission of documents for meeting:

Access and Admissions Committee (2021-
01-11)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Assessment Committee (2021-01-12)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Curriculum Committee (2021-01-13)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Work-integrated Learning and Skills
Development Committee (2021-01-12)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Student Fees Committee (2021-01-11)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Student Services Council (2021-01-13)

Wednesday 6
Thursday 7  Deadline for submission to Assessment and
Graduations Unit of applications for a
special assessment opportunity for students
requiring only a single module to meet all
the requirements for a degree/diploma/
certificate
 Submission of documents for meeting:
University Languages Committee (2021-
01-15)

Friday 8  Deadline for submission to Assessment

and Graduations Unit of applications for
remarking of assessment scripts
 Deadline for submission to Academic
Structure and Student Enrolment Services
of appeals or objections against exclusion
due to poor academic performance
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 Submission of documents for meeting:

Faculty Board: Health and Environmental
Sciences (2021-01-22)

Saturday 9
Sunday 10

Monday 11 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Student Fees Committee 2020 YEAR-END MAIN ASSESSMENTS
(2021-01-05) COMMENCE

14:00-16:00 Meeting: Access and Admissions Committee 10:00 Deadline for submission of financial
(2021-01-05) exclusion appeal forms by students

 Deadline for submission of applications

for the extension of residency periods –
Faculty of Humanities
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-01-18)
 Submission of documents for special
meeting: Executive Committee of
Council/Remuneration Committee (2021-
01-22)

Tuesday 12 09:00-11:00 Meeting: Risk and Compliance Advisory  Deadline for submission of applications for
Committee the extension of residency periods –
Faculty of Management Sciences
12:30-13:30 Meeting: Work-integrated Learning and Skills  Deadline for submission of applications for
Development Committee (2021-01-05) the extension of residency periods –
Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Assessment Committee and IT
(2021-01-05)  Submission of documents for meeting:
University Internationalisation Committee
(2021-01-20)
Wednesday 13 12:30-13:30 Meeting: Curriculum Committee  Deadline for submission of applications for
(2021-01-05) the extension of residency periods –
Faculty of Health and Environmental
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Student Services Council Sciences
(2021-01-05)  Submission of documents for meeting:
University Engagement Committee
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Quality Assurance and (2021-01-21)
Enhancement Committee  Submission of documents for meeting:
University Academic Planning and Quality
Committee (2021-01-21)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Humanities (2021-01-22)

Thursday 14 11:00-13:00 Meeting: University Performance Review

Committee
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Friday 15 09:00-11:00 Meeting: University Languages Committee  Submission of documents for meeting:
(2021-01-07) University Teaching and Learning
Committee (2021-01-25)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Health and Environmental Sciences (2021-
01-20)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Library and Information Services
Committee
(2021-01-20)

Saturday 16
Sunday 17
Monday 18 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Submission of documents for meeting:
Board: Engineering, Built Environment and Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Information Technology (2021-01-11) Management Sciences (2021-01-22)

14:00-16:00 Meeting: ICT Steering Committee

Tuesday 19  Submission of documents for meeting:

special Mancom meeting (tenders only)
(2021-02-26)

Wednesday 20 11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Submission of documents for meeting:
Board: Health and Environmental Sciences Faculty Board: Engineering, Built
(2021-01-15) Environment and Information Technology
(2021-01-29)
12:30-13:30 Meeting: Library and Information Services
Committee (2021-01-15)

14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Internationalisation

Committee (2021-01-12)

Thursday 21 09:00-12:00 Meeting: University Academic Planning and  Deadline for submission to Assessment and
Quality Committee (2021-01-13) Graduations Unit of applications for subject
recognition for prospective diplomates and
14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Engagement Committee graduates for April 2021
(2021-01-13)

Friday 22 08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty

Board: Management Sciences (2021-01-18)

09:00-13:00 Meeting: Academic Appeals Committee

10:00-13:00 Special meeting: Executive Committee of

Council / Remuneration Committee
(2021-01-11)

10:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty

Board: Humanities (2021-01-13)

11:00-13:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Health and

Environmental Sciences (2021-01-08)

Saturday 23
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Sunday 24
Monday 25 09:00-15:00 Meeting: University Teaching and Learning  Submission of documents for meeting:
Committee (2021-01-15) Extended Management Committee
(2021-02-04)

Tuesday 26 09:00-13:00 Special meeting: Mancom (tenders only)  Submission of documents for meeting:
(2021-01-19) Mancom (2021-02-02)

09:00-13:00 Meeting: Academic Appeals Committee

Wednesday 27 14:00-16:00 Meeting: Financial Exclusions and Appeals 09:00-09:45 SRC Inauguration (Welkom)
Committee
 Finalisation of class groups
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Humanities (2021-02-12)

Thursday 28 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Skills Committee  Submission of documents for meeting:

Labour Relations Forum (2021-02-11)
09:00-13:00 Meeting: Academic Appeals Committee

Friday 29 13:00-15:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Engineering, Built 2020 YEAR-END MAIN ASSESSMENT
Environment and Information Technology CONCLUDES
(2021-01-20)
09:00-09:45 SRC Inauguration (Bloemfontein)
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation
Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences

Saturday 30
Sunday 31 09:00-11:00 1st Unity Service
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FEBRUARY
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Monday 1 10:00-14:00 Meeting: CUT Innovation Services (CUTIS)  Submission of documents for meeting:
(Pty) Ltd Board Faculty Board: Management Sciences
(2021-02-05)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
SRC and Mancom (2021-02-08)

Tuesday 2 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Mancom (2021-01-26)

09:00-13:00 Final meeting: Academic Appeals Committee

Wednesday 3 14:00-16:00 Meeting: Community Engagement Committee  Submission of documents for meeting:
Senex (2021-02-17)

Thursday 4 08:30-16:30 Meeting: Extended Management Committee

(2021-01-25)

09:00-13:00 Meeting: University Research and Innovation

Committee (URIC)

12:00-13:30 SRC mass meeting

Friday 5 12:30-15:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Management Sciences  Submission of marksheets to Assessment
(2021-02-01) and Graduations Unit commences: 2020
year-end main assessment

Saturday 6
Sunday 7
Monday 8 09:00-11:00 Meeting: SRC and Mancom (2021-02-01)  Submission of marksheets to Assessment
and Graduations Unit concludes: 2020 year-
end main assessment

Tuesday 9 09:00-12:00 Meeting: CUT Student Media Board 10:00-12:00 Transformation Roadshow
(Welkom campus)
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Fascom

Wednesday 10

Thursday 11 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Labour Relations Forum 08:30-16:30 Induction: Academic development
(2021-01-28) programme for lecturers

18:00 Professorial Inaugural Address

Friday 12 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Humanities 2020 YEAR-END SICKNESS

(2021-01-27) ASSESSMENTS, SPECIAL
ASSESSMENTS AND REASSESSMENTS
COMMENCE

08:30-16:30 Induction: Academic

development programme for lecturers

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
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Health and Environmental Sciences (2021-

02-17)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Planning, Finance and Resources
Committee of Council (2021-02-26)

Saturday 13
Sunday 14
Monday 15 09:00-13:00 Institutional Culture Workshop
(Welkom campus)

 Finalisation of academic staff’s timetables

(class groups, venues, etc.): first semester
 1st Health and Voluntary Confidential
Counselling and Testing (VCCT)
(HIV/AIDS) Week
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Management Sciences (2021-02-19)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-02-22)

Tuesday 16 10:00-12:00 Meeting: University Transformation Advisory  1st Health and Voluntary Confidential
Committee (Welkom) Counselling and Testing (VCCT)
(HIV/AIDS) Week

 Deadline for submission of WIL marks

for students graduating in April 2021

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Human Resources Committee of Council
(2021-03-02)

Wednesday 17 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Senex (2021-02-03) 12:30-14:00 Induction for student organisations

11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  1st Health and Voluntary Confidential
Board: Health and Environmental Sciences Counselling and Testing (VCCT)
(2021-02-12) (HIV/AIDS) Week

Thursday 18 14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Transformation Advisory  1st Health and Voluntary Confidential
Committee (Bloemfontein) Counselling and Testing (VCCT)
(HIV/AIDS) Week
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation
Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences  Draft Academic Calendar 2022 to faculties
for consultation

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Audit, Risk and ICT Governance
Committee of Council (2021-03-04)

Friday 19 08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 2020 YEAR-END SICKNESS

Board: Management Sciences (2021-02-15) ASSESSMENTS, SPECIAL
ASSESSMENTS AND REASSESSMENTS
CONCLUDE
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 1st Health and Voluntary Confidential

Counselling and Testing (VCCT)
(HIV/AIDS) Week

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Institutional Forum (2021-03-05)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Labour Relations Forum (2021-03-03)

Saturday 20 Registration of Saturday School Technology

Project
Sunday 21 Announcement of matric results
Monday 22 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 08:00-16:30 REVIEW OF 2021
Board: Engineering, Built Environment and APPLICATION STATUSES OF NEW
Information Technology (2021-02-15) APPLICANTS COMMENCES

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Senate (2021-03-01)
 Submission of class timetables and
classroom occupation lists

Tuesday 23  Publication of first draft May/June

assessment timetable to faculties and
students
Wednesday 24 Well-done Function for Grade 12’s in
partnership with the Free State Provincial
Government (FSPG)

 Submission of marksheets to Assessment

and Graduations Unit commences: 2020
year-end reassessments
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Humanities
(2021-03-12)

Thursday 25 Well-done Function for Grade 12’s in

partnership with the Free State Provincial
Government (FSPG)

08:30-16:30 Academic development

programme for lecturers

10:00-13:00 CUT Women in Higher

Education – students

10:00-16:00 Graduate School: Research

Workshops (Bloemfontein)

10:00-16:00 Induction session: Student

associations’ guardians

Publication of December 2020 year-end

assessment results
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 Submission of marksheets to Assessment

and Graduations Unit concludes: 2020 year-
end reassessments
 Last day for identification of
diplomates/graduates by Assessment and
Graduations Unit

Friday 26 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Planning, Finance and Resources 08:00-16:30 REVIEW OF 2021
Committee of Council (2021-02-12) APPLICATION STATUSES OF NEW
APPLICANTS CONCLUDES

08:30-16:30 Academic development

programme for lecturers

 Subject additions, subject terminations and

course changes for ALL students in ALL
faculties at ALL campuses concludes
(Bloemfontein and Welkom)
 Nomination lists for examiners and
moderators for all year subjects and
first-semester subjects handed in at the
Assessment and Graduations Unit
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Employment Equity Committee (2021-03-
12)

Saturday 27 Registration of Saturday School Technology

Project
Sunday 28 08:00 CUT residences open for senior Faculty
of Health and Environmental Sciences students
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MARCH
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Monday 1 08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL senior students
in the Faculty of Health and Environmental
Sciences at ALL campuses (Bloemfontein and
Welkom):
first-semester and year subjects

08:00 CUT residences open for senior Faculty

of Humanities students

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Access and Admissions Committee (2021-
03-15)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Assessment Committee (2021-03-17)

Tuesday 2 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Human Resources Committee of 08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL senior students
Council (2021-02-16) in the Faculty of Humanities at ALL campuses
(Bloemfontein and Welkom): first-semester and
year subjects

08:00 CUT residences open for senior Faculty

of Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology students

 Submission of documents for meetings:

Executive Committee of Council &
Remuneration Committee of Council (2021-
03-11)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Mancom (2021-03-09)

09:00-16:00 Take a Girl Child to CUT

(Welkom campus)

Wednesday 3 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Labour Relations Forum 08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL senior students
(2021-02-19) in the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment
and Information Technology at ALL campuses
(Bloemfontein and Welkom): first-semester and
year subjects

10:00-16:00 Graduate School: Research

Workshops (Welkom)

09:00-15:30 Study Abroad Fair (Bloemfontein)

08:00 CUT residences open for senior Faculty

of Management students

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Student Academic Affairs Committee
(2021-03-09)

Thursday 4 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Audit, Risk and ICT Governance 08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL senior students
Committee of Council (2021-02-18) in the Faculty of Management Sciences at ALL
campuses (Bloemfontein and Welkom): first-
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09:00-12:00 Meeting: Research Grants and Scholarships semester and year subjects
Committee
08:00 CUT residences open for first-year
students in the Faculty of Health and
Environmental Sciences

18:00 Awards Ceremony: Faculty of

Management Sciences

Friday 5 08:30-16:00 Meeting: Student Parliament 08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL first-year

students in the Faculty of Health and
09:00-13:00 Meeting: Institutional Forum (2021-02-19) Environmental Sciences at ALL campuses
(Bloemfontein and Welkom):
09:00-12:00 Meeting: Skills Committee first-semester and year subjects

13:00-16:30 First-semester CUT

International Students Welcome Function

Mailing of invitations to graduation ceremonies

Saturday 6 08:30-16:00 Meeting: Student Parliament Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 7 08:00 CUT residences open for first-year

students in the Faculty of Management Sciences
Monday 8 12:00-16:00 Meeting: Senate (2021-02-22) All lectures/classes commence for first quarter
in ALL faculties at ALL campuses (senior
students)

08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL first-year

students in the Faculty of Management Sciences
at ALL campuses (Bloemfontein and Welkom):
first-semester and year subjects

08:00 CUT residences open for first-year

students in the Faculty of Humanities

09:00-13:00 Institutional Culture Workshop

(Bloemfontein campus)

09:00-16:00 Take a Girl Child to CUT

(Bloemfontein campus)

 General/faculty orientation of ALL first-

year students for ALL faculties at ALL
campuses (Bloemfontein and Welkom)
commences
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Management Sciences (2021-03-12)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-03-15)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Curriculum Committee (2021-03-17)
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Tuesday 9 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Mancom (2021-03-02) 08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL first-year

students in the Faculty of Humanities at ALL
14:00-15:30 Knowledge-sharing Session with Senior campuses (Bloemfontein and Welkom): First-
Managers semester and year subjects

09:00-12:00 Meeting: Student Academic Affairs 08:00 CUT residences open for first-year
Committee (2021-03-04) students in the Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment and Information Technology

General/faculty orientation of ALL first-year

students for ALL faculties at ALL campuses
(Bloemfontein and Welkom)

Wednesday 10 11:00-13:00 Meeting: Technology and Innovation 08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL first-year
Committee students in the Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment and Information Technology at
ALL campuses (Bloemfontein and Welkom):
first-semester and year subjects

10:00 Welcome: First-year and senior

students, and University Official Opening
(Welkom campus)

General/faculty orientation of ALL first-year

students for ALL faculties at ALL campuses
(Bloemfontein and Welkom)

 Submission of documents for meeting:

University Languages Committee (2021-
03-18)

Thursday 11 09:00-15:00 Meetings: Executive Committee of Council & 11:00-15:00 Induction session: Student
Remuneration Committee of Council (2021- associations’ leadership
03-02)
 Late registration for ALL students in ALL
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation faculties at ALL campuses commences:
Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences First-semester and year subjects
 Subject additions, subject cancellations/
terminations, and course changes for ALL
students in ALL faculties at ALL campuses
commences

General/faculty orientation of ALL first-year

students for ALL faculties at ALL campuses
(Bloemfontein and Welkom)

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Work-integrated Learning and Skills
Development Committee (2021-03-18)

PUBLIC LECTURE SERIES 1 (HUMAN

RIGHTS)

Friday 12 08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 10:00 Welcome: First-year and senior
Board: Management Sciences (2021-03-08) students, and University Official Opening
(Bloemfontein campus)
10:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty
Board: Humanities (2021-02-24) General/faculty orientation of ALL first-year
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students for ALL faculties at ALL campuses

09:00-12:00 Meeting: Employment Equity Committee (Bloemfontein and Welkom) concludes
(2021-02-26)
 Submission of documents for meeting: CUT
Council (2021-03-26)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Health and Environmental Sciences (2021-
03-17)

Saturday 13 09:00-15:00 Meeting: Alumni Executive Committee Saturday School Technology Project
Sunday 14
Monday 15 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty All lectures/classes commence for first quarter
Board: Engineering, Built Environment and in ALL faculties at ALL campuses (first-year
Information Technology (2021-03-08) students)

14:00-16:00 Meeting: Access and Admissions Committee  Registration of first-time entry postgraduate
(2021-03-01) (M & D) students in ALL faculties
commences

 Special assessment commences:

Opportunity for all students requiring only
a single module to meet all the
requirements for a
degree/diploma/certificate
 Submission of documents for meeting:
University Academic Planning and Quality
Committee (2021-03-24)

Tuesday 16 14:00-16:00 Meeting: Research Ethics and Integrity  Call for nominations for Vice-Chancellor’s
Committee Excellence Awards
 Submission of documents for meeting:
University Internationalisation Committee
(2021-03-25)

Wednesday 17 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Assessment Committee  Completion of appointment by the

(2021-03-01) Assessment and Graduations Unit of
examiners and moderators for all year and
11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty first-semester subjects
Board: Health and Environmental Sciences  Submission of documents for meeting:
(2021-03-12) University Engagement Committee
(2021-03-24)
12:30-13:30 Meeting: Curriculum Committee
(2021-03-08)

Thursday 18 09:00-11:00 Meeting: University Languages Committee  Submission of documents for meeting:
(2021-03-10) Student Fees Committee (2021-04-16)

12:30-13:30 Meeting: Work-integrated Learning and

Skills Development Committee
(2021-03-11)
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Friday 19  Special assessment concludes: Opportunity

for all students requiring only a single
module to meet all the requirements for a
degree/diploma/certificate
 Publication of semi-final May/June
assessment timetable to students and
faculties

Saturday 20 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 21 HUMAN RIGHTS DAY
Monday 22 PUBLIC HOLIDAY
Tuesday 23  Commencement of observation of
Postgraduate Certificate in Education
students
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology
(2021-04-19)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Labour Relations Forum (2021-04-15)

Wednesday 24 09:00-12:00 Meeting: University Academic Planning and  Submission of documents for meeting:
Quality Committee (2021-03-15) University Teaching and Learning
Committee (2021-04-14)
14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Engagement Committee
(2021-03-17)
Thursday 25 09:00-13:00 Meeting: University Research and Innovation  Closing date for applications of second-
Committee semester international exchange student
intake
12:00-14:00 SRC mass meeting  Request for nominations for honorary
awards and honorary degrees for 2021
14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Internationalisation
Committee (2021-03-16)

Friday 26 09:00-15:00 Meeting: CUT Council (2021-03-12)  Registration of first-time entry postgraduate
(M & D) students in ALL faculties
concludes

Saturday 27
Sunday 28
Monday 29 09:00-12:00 Special Meeting: Faculty Board: Health
and Environmental Sciences (approval
of graduation lists – 2020 year-end)

09:00-12:00 Special meeting: Faculty Board:

Humanities (approval of graduation
Lists – 2020 year-end)

09:00-12:00 Special meeting: Faculty Board:

Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (approval of
graduation lists – 2020 year-end)

09:00-12:00 Special Meeting: Faculty Board:

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Management Sciences (approval of

graduation lists – 2020 year-end)

Tuesday 30  Submission of documents for meeting:

Student Services Council (2021-04-13)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Mancom (2021-04-06)

Wednesday 31  Test marks for the first quarter entered into

the ITS System by faculties
 Deadline for submission to Assessment
and Graduations Unit of theses/dissertations
for assessment for identifying prospective
graduates for September 2021
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APRIL
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Thursday 1 09:00-16:00 Take a Boy Child to CUT
(Welkom campus)

Friday 2 GOOD FRIDAY

Saturday 3
Sunday 4
Monday 5 FAMILY DAY
Tuesday 6 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Mancom (2021-03-30)  Submission of documents for meeting:
Senex (2021-04-22)
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Quality Assurance and  Submission of documents for meeting:
Enhancement Committee Library and Information Services
Committee (2021-04-20)

Wednesday 7 09:00-12:00 Special meeting: Senex (approval of

graduation lists – 2020 year-end)
09:00-16:00 Take a Boy Child to CUT
09:00-11:00 Meeting: Risk and Compliance Advisory (Bloemfontein campus)
Committee

Thursday 8
Friday 9  Late registration for ALL students in ALL
faculties at ALL campuses concludes: first-
semester and year subjects
 Subject additions, subject cancellations/
terminations, and course changes for ALL
students in ALL faculties at ALL campuses
concludes

Saturday 10
Sunday 11
Monday 12  Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Health and Environmental Sciences
(2021-04-19)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Humanities
(2021-04-19)

Tuesday 13 10:00-12:00 Meeting: University Transformation  Submission of documents for meeting:

Advisory Committee (Welkom) Special Mancom (tenders & 2020 Annual
Report only) (2021-04-21)
09:00-13:00 Meeting: University Research and Innovation
Committee

09:00-12:00 Meeting: Student Services Council

(2021-03-30)

Wednesday 14 09:00-15:00 Meeting: University Teaching and Learning Publication of final May/June assessment
Committee (2021-03-24) timetable
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 Submission of documents for meeting:

Faculty Board: Health and Environmental
Sciences
(2021-04-23)

Thursday 15 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Labour Relations Forum  14:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:
(2021-03-23) Welkom campus (if necessary)

14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Transformation

Advisory Committee (Bloemfontein)

Friday 16 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Student Fees Committee 10:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:
(2021-03-18) Welkom campus

11:00-13:00 Meeting: Technology and Innovation 14:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:

Committee Welkom campus

Saturday 17 Saturday School Technology Project

09:00-17:00 CUT and Sol Plaatje Student

Intervarsity Tournament
Sunday 18
Monday 19 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 10:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:
Board: Engineering, Built Environment and Faculty of Management Sciences
Information Technology (2021-03-23) (Bloemfontein Campus)

10:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 14:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:

Board: Humanities (2021-04-12) Faculty of Management Sciences
(Bloemfontein Campus)
11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty
Board: Health and Environmental Sciences  Submission of documents for meeting:
(2021-04-12) Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Management Sciences (2021-04-23)

Tuesday 20 09:00-11:00 Meeting: Library and Information Services 10:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:
Committee (2021-04-06) Faculty of Humanities (Bloemfontein
Campus)

14:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:

Faculty of Humanities (Bloemfontein
Campus)

18:30 Chancellor’s Doctorandi Dinner

 Final draft Academic Calendar 2020 to

faculties for consultation and signing off

Wednesday 21 09:00-13:00 Special meeting: Mancom (tenders & 2020 10:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:
Annual Report only) (2021-04-13) Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment
and Information Technology (Bloemfontein
Campus)

14:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:

Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment
and Information Technology (Bloemfontein
Campus)
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18:00 Annual Prize-giving Ceremony of the

Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology

 Deadline for residence applications for

second-semester students

Thursday 22 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Senex (2021-04-06) 10:00 Autumn Graduation Ceremony:

Faculty of Health and Environmental
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Community Engagement Sciences (Bloemfontein Campus)
Committee
 Submission of documents for meeting:
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation Extended Management Committee (2021-
Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences 05-05)

Friday 23 08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty First quarter concludes

Board: Management Sciences (2021-04-19)
Freedom Day activities
11:00-13:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Health and
Environmental Sciences (2021-04-14) 09:00-13:00 Institutional Culture Workshop
(Welkom campus)

Saturday 24 10:00 CUT residences close

Sunday 25
Monday 26 VICE-CHANCELLOR’S DAY Saturday School Technology Project
FIRST QUARTER RECESS STARTS
Tuesday 27 FREEDOM DAY Saturday School Technology Project
Wednesday 28 Saturday School Technology Project

 Calculation of course marks completed by

Assessment and Graduations Unit
Thursday 29 Saturday School Technology Project

 Bursary applicants notified of outcome of

applications

Friday 30 FIRST QUARTER RECESS ENDS Saturday School Technology Project

 Deadline for submission of nominations for

Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Awards
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MAY
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Saturday 1 WORKERS’ DAY  Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment and Information
Technology: LAN Gaming and Quiz

Sunday 2 08:00 CUT residences open

Monday 3 10:00-14:00 Meeting: CUT Innovation Services (CUTIS) Second quarter commences
(Pty) Ltd Board
All lectures/classes commence for second
14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Academic and quarter in ALL faculties at ALL campuses
Promotions Committee (all students)
Wellness Approach to Student Behaviour
(WASB) Week, including Health and
Voluntary Confidential Counselling and
Testing (VCCT) (HIV/AIDS) Week

 Calculation of progress marks completed

by Assessment and Graduations Unit
 Assessment papers for May/June
assessment handed in at the Assessment
and Graduations Unit
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Management Sciences
(2021-05-07)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Humanities (2021-05-10)

Tuesday 4 14:00-16:00 Meeting: Fascom Wellness Approach to Student Behaviour

(WASB) Week, including Health and
Voluntary Confidential Counselling and
Testing (VCCT) (HIV/AIDS) Week

 Career Fair – Bloemfontein campus

 Submission of documents for meeting:
Labour Relations Forum (2021-05-14)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Mancom (2021-05-11)

Wednesday 5 08:30-16:30 Meeting: Skills Committee Wellness Approach to Student Behaviour

(WASB) Week, including Health and
09:00-16:00 Meeting: Extended Management Committee Voluntary Confidential Counselling and
(2021-04-22) Testing (VCCT) (HIV/AIDS) Week

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Joint Bargaining Forum (2021-05-20)

Thursday 6 10:00-16:00 Institutional Culture

Workshop (Bloemfontein campus)

Wellness Approach to Student Behaviour

(WASB) Week, including Health and
Voluntary Confidential Counselling and
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Testing (VCCT) (HIV/AIDS) Week

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Faculty Board: Engineering, Built
Environment and Information
Technology (2021-05-14)

Friday 7 08:00-18:00 SRC Policy Review Summit Wellness Approach to Student Behaviour
(WASB) Week, including Health and
Meeting: Faculty Board: Management Voluntary Confidential Counselling and
12:30-15:00 Sciences (2021-05-03) Testing (VCCT) (HIV/AIDS) Week
 Publication of invigilation timetable for
May/June main assessment
 Second-quarter test marks for subjects
other than continuous assessment
subjects entered into the ITS System by
faculties
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Planning, Finance and Resources
Committee of Council (2021-05-21)

Saturday 8 Open Day – Bloemfontein campus

Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 9
Monday 10 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Humanities (2021-05- 08:00 Annual Art Exhibition opens
03)
Tuesday 11 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Mancom (2021-05-04) 10:00-12:00 Transformation Roadshow
(Bloemfontein campus)
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Research Ethics and Integrity
Committee  Calculation of course marks completed
by Assessment and Graduations Unit
 Preliminary course marks published
 Career Fair – Welkom campus
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Human Resources Committee of Council
(2021-05-25)

Wednesday 12 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Labour Relations Forum (2021-05- 09:00-15:30 Study Abroad Fair (Welkom
04) campus)

18:00 Professorial Inaugural Address

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Student Academic Affairs Committee
(2021-05-18)

Thursday 13 14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation  Submission of documents for meeting:
Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences Audit, Risk and ICT Governance
Committee of Council (2021-05-27)

Friday 14 13:00-15:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Engineering, Built 10:00 Deadline for student complaints
Environment and Information Technology regarding course marks
(2021-05-06)
14:00 Verification of course marks completed

 Final course marks published

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 Submission of documents for meeting:

Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Health and Environmental Sciences
(2021-05-19)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Institutional Forum (2021-05-28)

Saturday 15 Open Day – Welkom campus

Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 16
Monday 17  Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Management Sciences (2021-05-21)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-05-24)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Humanities (2021-05-28)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Senate (2021-05-31)

22:00 Annual Art Exhibition closes

Tuesday 18 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Student Academic Affairs  Submission of documents for joint
Committee (2021-05-12) meeting: Audit, Risk and ICT
Governance Committee & Planning,
14:00-15:30 Knowledge-sharing Session with Senior Finance and Resources Committee
Managers (2021-06-01)

Wednesday 19 11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Finalisation of Academic Calendar 2022
Board: Health and Environmental Sciences
(2021-05-14)

Thursday 20 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Joint Bargaining Forum 08:30-16:30 Academic development

(2021-05-05) programme for lecturers

PUBLIC LECTURE SERIES 2 (economic

matters)

Friday 21 08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of
Board: Management Sciences (2021-05-17) Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology
09:00-13:00 Meeting: Planning, Finance and Resources
Committee of Council (2021-05-07) 08:30-16:30 Academic development
programme for lecturers

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Access and Admissions Committee (2021-
06-01)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Curriculum Committee (2021-06-02)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Assessment Committee (2021-06-02)
Submission of documents for meeting:
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Employment Equity Committee (2021-06-

04)

Saturday 22 10:00 Annual General Meeting: Alumni Saturday School Technology Project
Association
Sunday 23
Monday 24 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of
Board: Engineering, Built Environment and Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-05-17) Information Technology

Tuesday 25 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Human Resources Committee of 08:00-18:00 Main Test: Faculty of
Council (2021-05-11) Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology

13:00-16:00 Africa Day Celebrations

 Submission of documents for meetings:

Executive Committee of Council &
Remuneration Committee of Council
(2021-06-03)

Wednesday 26 09:00-15:00 Meeting: University Teaching and Learning 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of
Committee (special meeting: Engineering, Built Environment and
Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Awards) Information Technology
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Work-integrated Learning and Skills
Development Committee (2021-06-03)
Thursday 27 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Audit, Risk and ICT Governance 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of
Committee of Council (2021-05-13) Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology

14:00-16:30 Graduate School: Postdoctoral

Seminar

 Presentation by nominees for the

Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence Awards

Friday 28 09:00-13:00 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of

Meeting: Institutional Forum (2021-05-14)
Engineering, Built Environment and
10:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty Information Technology
Board: Humanities (2021-05-17)

Saturday 29 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 30
Monday 31 12:00-16:00 Meeting: Senate (2021-05-17)  Deadline for nominations for honorary
awards and honorary degrees
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JUNE
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Tuesday 1 09:00-12:00 Joint meeting: Audit, Risk and ICT  Submission of documents for meeting:
Governance Committee & Planning, Finance Mancom (2021-06-08)
and Resources Committee (2021-05-18)

09:00-12:00 Meeting: Access and Admissions Committee

(2021-05-21)

09:00-13:00 Meeting: Joint Bargaining Forum

Wednesday 2 12:30-13:30 Meeting: Curriculum Committee  Submission of documents for meeting:

(2021-05-21) University Languages Committee (2021-
06-11)
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Assessment Committee
(2021-05-21)
Thursday 3 09:00-15:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Council &
Remuneration Committee of Council
(2021-05-25)

12:30-13:30 Meeting: Work-integrated Learning and Skills

Development Committee (2021-05-26)

Friday 4 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Employment Equity Committee  Submission of documents for meeting:
(2021-05-21) CUT Council (2021-06-18)

Saturday 5 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 6
Monday 7
Tuesday 8 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Mancom (2021-06-01)

09:00-12:00 Meeting: CUT Student Media Board

Wednesday 9 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Joint Bargaining Forum  Youth Day Student Activation
 Submission of documents for meeting:
University Academic Planning and
Quality Committee (2021-06-21)

Thursday 10 09:00-13:00 Special meeting: University Research and  Submission of documents for meeting:
Innovation Committee (URIC) University Engagement Committee (2021-
06-24)
Friday 11 09:00-11:00 Meeting: University Languages Committee  Deadline for applications for second-
(2021-06-02) semester admissions to the Faculty of
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology
 Submission of documents for meeting:
University Internationalisation
Committee (2021-06-21)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Management Sciences (2021-06-18)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-06-21)
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Saturday 12 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 13
Monday 14 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Joint Bargaining Forum  Deadline for submission of applications
for the extension of residency periods:
Faculty of Health and Environmental
Sciences
 All marks for continuous assessment
subjects entered into the ITS System by
faculties
 Submission of documents for meeting:
SRC and Mancom (2021-06-22)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
University Teaching and Learning
Committee (2021-06-23)

Tuesday 15  Deadline for submission of applications for

the extension of residency periods: Faculty
of Management Sciences

Wednesday 16 YOUTH DAY

Thursday 17 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Research Grants and Scholarships
Committee

Friday 18 09:00-15:00 Meeting: CUT Council (2021-06-18)  Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty Health and Environmental Sciences
Board: Management Sciences (2021-06-11) (2021-0623)

Saturday 19 09:00-15:00 Workshop: CUT Council (2021-06-18) Saturday School Technology Project
09:00-15:00 Meeting: Alumni Executive Committee
Sunday 20
Monday 21 09:00-12:00 Meeting: University Academic Planning and
Quality Committee (2021-06-09)

09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty

Board: Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-06-11)

14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Internationalisation

Committee (2021-06-11)
Tuesday 22 13:30-15:30 Meeting: SRC and Mancom (2021-06-14)  Deadline for submission of applications
for the extension of residency periods –
Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment and IT
 Deadline for submission of applications
for the extension of residency periods –
Faculty of Humanities
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Labour Relations Forum (2021-07-20)

Wednesday 23 09:00-15:00 Meeting: University Teaching and Learning

Committee (2021-06-14)

11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty

Board: Health and Environmental Sciences
(2021-06-18)
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14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation

Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences
Thursday 24 14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Engagement Committee  Academic staff must submit all
(2021-06-10) marksheets to the Assessment and
Graduations Unit for placement on the
system, and must then subsequently
verify those marks, before leaving on
holiday

Friday 25  Late applications close (only for RSA

students)

Saturday 26 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 27
Monday 28
Tuesday 29
Wednesday 30 Second quarter concludes

 Mark sheets for sickness assessments,

special assessments and reassessments to
faculties for verification
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JULY
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Thursday 1 2022 ONLINE APPLICATIONS OPEN

Days for preparation for assessments

commence: semester subjects: first semester
Friday 2 Days for preparation for assessments conclude:
semester subjects: first semester

 Opening of submissions to Academic

Structure and Student Enrolment Services of
appeals or objections against exclusion due
to poor academic performance

Saturday 3 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 4
Monday 5 MID-YEAR ASSESSMENTS
COMMENCE: SEMESTER SUBJECTS

 Final selection of second-semester students

in the Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment and Information Technology
and Faculty of Management Sciences
 Submission to Assessment and Graduations
Unit of appeals or objections against
exclusion from CUT due to poor academic
performance

Tuesday 6
Wednesday 7  Commencement for submission to
Assessment and Graduations Unit of
applications for a special assessment
opportunity for students requiring only a
single module to meet all the requirements
for a degree/diploma/certificate
 Commencement for submission to
Assessment and Graduations Unit of
applications for remarking of assessment
scripts
 Submission to Academic Structure and
Student Enrolment Services of appeals or
objections against exclusion from CUT due
to poor academic performance

Thursday 8  Submission to Academic Structure and

Student Enrolment Services of appeals or
objections against exclusion from CUT due
to poor academic performance
 Submission to Assessment and Graduations
Unit of appeals or objections against
exclusion from CUT due to poor academic
performance

Friday 9
Saturday 10 Saturday School Technology Project
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Sunday 11
Monday 12
Tuesday 13 10:00-12:00 Meeting: University Transformation Deadline for submission of financial exclusion
Advisory Committee (Welkom) appeal forms by students

 Finalisation of class groups for the second

semester
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Humanities (2021-07-19)

Wednesday 14  Deadline for submission to Assessment and

Graduations Unit of applications for a
special assessment opportunity for students
requiring only a single module to meet all
the requirements for a degree/diploma/
certificate

Thursday 15 14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Transformation  Departmental secretaries to finalise staff

Advisory Committee (Bloemfontein) timetables in respect of class groups
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Health and Environmental Sciences (2021-
07-21)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Engineering, Built
Environment and Information Technology
(2021-07-23)

Friday 16
Saturday 17 Saturday School Technology Project
Sunday 18 MANDELA DAY
Monday 19 10:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 11:00-13:00 Mandela Day Celebrations
Board: Humanities (2021-07-13)
 Enrolment/registration commences for all
14:00-16:00 Meeting: ICT Steering Committee students in the Faculty of Engineering,
Built Environment and Information
Technology (Bloemfontein and Welkom)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Management Sciences
(2021-07-23)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Humanities (2021-07-27)

Tuesday 20 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Academic Appeals Committee  Submission of documents for meeting:
Honorary Awards and Honorary Degrees
09:00-13:00 Meeting: Labour Relations Forum Committee (2021-08-02)
(2021-06-22)  Submission of documents for meeting:
Student Fees Committee (2021-08-11)
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Financial Exclusions and Appeals  Submission of documents for meeting:
Committee Student Services Council (2021-08-10)

14:00-16:30 Meeting: Joint Bargaining Forum

Wednesday 21 09:00-11:00 Meeting: Risk and Compliance Advisory  Distribution of captured learning
Committee programmes on academic structure to
Deans for signing
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11:00-13:00 Meeting: University Performance Review  Submission of documents for meeting:

Committee Planning, Finance and Resources
Committee of Council (2021-08-12)
11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty
Board: Health and Environmental Sciences
(2021-07-15)

14:00-16:00 Meeting: Quality Assurance and Enhancement

Committee

Thursday 22 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Academic Appeals Committee Special assessment opportunity for students
requiring only a single module to meet all the
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation requirements for a degree/diploma/certificate –
Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences continuation until 23 July 2021

 Deadline for submission to Academic

Structure and Student Enrolment Services
of appeals or objections against exclusion
due to poor academic performance
 Deadline for submission to Assessment and
Graduations Unit of applications for
subject recognitions for prospective
diplomates and graduates for September
2021
 Nomination lists of examiners and
moderators for second-semester subjects
submitted to Assessment and Graduations
Unit
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Health and Environmental
Sciences (2021-07-28)

Friday 23 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Academic Appeals Committee MID-YEAR ASSESSMENTS CONCLUDE:

SEMESTER SUBJECTS
12:30-15:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Management
Sciences (2021-07-19)  Deadline for submission of WIL marks for
students graduating in September 2021
13:00-15:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Engineering, Built  Submission of documents for meeting:
Environment and Information Technology Extended Management Committee
(2021-07-15) (2021-07-30)

Saturday 24 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 25 09:00-11:00 2nd Unity Service
Monday 26 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Academic Appeals Committee 14:00-16:00 LGBTQAI+ Event

09:00-12:00 Meeting: Joint Bargaining Forum

12:30-13:30 Carnival Week (student
community project)

Week to finalise marking commences

(academic staff)

Tuesday 27 09:00-12:00 Final meeting: Academic Appeals Committee 12:30-13:30 Carnival Week (student
community project)
11:00-13:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Humanities
(2021-07-19)
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14:00-16:00 Meeting: Fascom  Submission of documents for meeting:

Student Academic Affairs Committee
(2021-08-03)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Mancom (2021-08-03)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Labour Relations Forum (2021-08-06)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-08-10)
Wednesday 28 11:00-13:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Health and 12:30-13:30 Carnival Week (student
Environmental Sciences (2021-07-22) community project)

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Senex (2021-08-11)

Eskom Expo Fair commences

Thursday 29 09:00-13:00 Meeting: University Research and Innovation 08:00-16:30 National Science, Engineering and
Committee (URIC) Technology (SET) Week

12:30-13:30 Carnival Week (student

community project)

 Completion of appointment of examiners

and moderators for second-semester
subjects by Assessment and Graduations
Unit
 Submission of documents for meeting:
special Mancom (tenders only) (2021-08-
05)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Library and Information Services
Committee
(2021-08-05)

Friday 30 08:30-16:30 Meeting: Extended Management Committee 08:00-16:30 National Science, Engineering and
(2021-07-23) Technology (SET) Week

12:00-16:30 International Student Integration

Day: Welkom campus

12:30-13:30 Carnival Week (crowning of Mr

and Miss Carnival First Year)

Week to finalise marking concludes (academic

staff)

 Submission of marksheets to Assessment

and Graduations Unit: mid-year main
assessment

Saturday 31 Saturday School Technology Project

09:00-17:00 Kopano Cup (Students’ Intra-
Varsity Tournament)

Eskom Expo Fair concludes

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AUGUST
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Sunday 1
Monday 2 09:00-11:00 Meeting: Honorary Awards and Honorary MID-YEAR SICKNESS ASSESSMENTS,
Degrees Committee (2021-07-20) SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS AND
REASSESSMENTS COMMENCE:
11:00-13:00 Meeting: Technology and Innovation SEMESTER SUBJECTS
Committee
 Finalisation of academic staff’s
timetables (class groups, venues, etc.):
second semester

2nd Health and Voluntary Confidential

Counselling and Testing (VCCT)
(HIV/AIDS) Week

 Publication of semi-final
October/November assessment timetable
to students and faculties
 Marksheets for mid-year assessment to
faculties for verification
 Commencement for submission to
Assessment and Graduations Unit of
applications for subject recognition for
prospective diplomates and graduates for
September 2021
 Submission of signed-off learning
programmes to Academic Structure and
Student Enrolment Services

Tuesday 3 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Mancom (2021-07-27) 14:00-16:00 21st Annual High School Quiz
2021 Semi-finals: Faculty of Engineering,
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Student Academic Affairs Built Environment and Information
Committee (2021-07-27) Technology

2nd Health and Voluntary Confidential

Counselling and Testing (VCCT)
(HIV/AIDS) Week

Wednesday 4 10:00-14:00 Meeting: CUT Innovation Services (CUTIS)  Deadline for submission to Assessment
(Pty) Ltd Board and Graduations Unit of applications for
remarking of assessment scripts
12:30-13:30 SRC mass meeting  Last day for identification of
diplomates/graduates
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Community Engagement
Committee 2nd Health and Voluntary Confidential
Counselling and Testing (VCCT)
(HIV/AIDS) Week

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Health and Environmental Sciences
(2021-08-11)

Thursday 5 09:00-11:00 Special meeting: Mancom (tenders only) 2nd Health and Voluntary Confidential
(2021-07-29) Counseling and Testing (VCCT) (HIV/AIDS)
Week
12:30-13:30 Meeting: Library and Information Services
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Committee (2021-07-29)

Friday 6 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Labour Relations Forum MID-YEAR SICKNESS ASSESSMENTS,

(2021-07-27) SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS AND
REASSESSMENTS CONCLUDES:
SEMESTER SUBJECTS

2nd Health and Voluntary Confidential

Counselling and Testing (VCCT)
(HIV/AIDS) Week

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Management Sciences (2021-08-12)

Saturday 7 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 8
Monday 9 NATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY
Tuesday 10 14:00-16:00 Meeting: Institutional Nominations CUT Wellness Women’s Day Celebrations
Committee on Vice-Chancellor’s Excellence
Awards  Mailing of invitations to graduation
ceremonies
09:00-12:00 Meeting: Student Services Council  Publication of first draft
(2021-07-20) October/November assessment
timetable to faculties and students
09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Submission of documents for meeting:
Board: Engineering, Built Environment and Human Resources Committee of
Information Technology (2021-07-27) Council (2021-08-24)

Wednesday 11 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Senex (2021-07-28) 08:30-16:30 Academic development

programme for lecturers
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Student Fees Committee
(2021-07-20) 15:00-15:00 21st Annual High School Quiz
2021 Finals: Faculty of Engineering, Built
11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty Environment and Information Technology
Board: Health and Environmental Sciences
(2021-08-04)  Submission of marksheets to Assessment
and Graduations Unit: mid-year
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation reassessments
Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences

Thursday 12 08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 08:30-16:30 Academic development

Board: Management Sciences (2021-08-06) programme for lecturers

12:00-16:30 Second-semester CUT

International Students Welcome Function

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Access and Admissions Committee
(2021-08-23)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Assessment Committee (2021-08-25)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Curriculum Committee (2021-09-02)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Audit, Risk and ICT Governance
Committee of Council (2021-08-26)
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Friday 13 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Planning, Finance and Resources 09:00-12:00 Women's Day Celebration
Committee of Council (2021-07-30) (institutional)

Employee Appreciation Day (Welkom

campus)

Publication of mid-year assessment results

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Institutional Forum (2021-08-27)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Employment Equity Committee (2021-
09-03)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Access and Admissions Committee
(2021-08-24)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Assessment Committee (2021-09-26)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Senate (2021-08-30)

Saturday 14 10:00 CUT residences close

Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 15
Monday 16 FIRST-SEMESTER RECESS STARTS Saturday School Technology Project

Tuesday 17 Saturday School Technology Project

Wednesday 18 Saturday School Technology Project

Thursday 19 Saturday School Technology Project

Friday 20 FIRST-SEMESTER RECESS ENDS 10:00-16:00 Research Breakaway

Saturday School Technology Project

Saturday 21 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 22 08:00 CUT residences open
Monday 23 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Access and Admissions Committee Third quarter commences
(2021-08-12)
All lectures/classes commence for third
quarter in all faculties at all campuses (all
students)

10:00-12:00 Transformation Roadshow

(Welkom campus)

08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL first-year and

senior students in ALL faculties at ALL
campuses commences: second semester
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 Special assessment commences:

Opportunity for all students requiring only
a single module to meet all the
requirements for a
degree/diploma/certificate

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Work-integrated Learning and Skills
Development Committee (2021-08-31)

Tuesday 24 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Human Resources Committee of NATIONAL COLLOQUIUM

Council (2021-08-10)
 Submission of documents for meetings:
Executive Committee of Council &
Remuneration Committee of Council
(2021-09-02)

Wednesday 25 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Assessment Committee NATIONAL COLLOQUIUM

(2021-09-12)

09:00-12:00 Meeting: Skills Committee

Thursday 26 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Audit, Risk and ICT Governance 08:00-16:30 Registration of ALL first-year and
Committee of Council (2021-08-11) senior students in ALL faculties at ALL
campuses concludes: second semester
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Research Ethics and Integrity
Committee  Special assessment concludes:
Opportunity for all students requiring only
a single module to meet all the
requirements for a
degree/diploma/certificate
 Deadline for residence applications:
year/semester students for 2022
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Labour Relations Forum (2021-09-09)

Friday 27 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Institutional Forum (2021-08-12) 12:00-14:00 Awards Ceremony: Faculty of
Humanities

 Late registration for ALL first-year and

senior students in ALL faculties at ALL
campuses (Bloemfontein and Welkom):
second semester
 Subject additions, subject terminations and
course changes for ALL second-semester
students in ALL faculties at ALL campuses
commences
 Deadline for all student applications for
2022
 Submission of documents for meeting:
University Languages Committee (2021-
09-07)
Saturday 28 Saturday School Technology Project
Sunday 29
Monday 30 12:00-16:00 Meeting: Senate (2021-08-16) 14:00-16:00 Youth Day Summit

Tuesday 31 12:30-13:30 Meeting: Work-integrated Learning and Skills  Submission of documents for meeting:
Development Committee (2021-08-23) Mancom (2021-09-07)
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SEPTEMBER
Dates Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Wednesday 1 08:00-21:00 SRC elections

18:00 Professorial Inaugural Address

Thursday 2 09:00-15:00 Meetings: Executive Committee of Council &

Remuneration Committee of Council
(2021-08-24)

12:30-13:30 Meeting: Curriculum Committee

(2021-08-12)

Friday 3 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Employment Equity Committee 18:00-23:00 Mr and Miss CUT
(2021-08-13)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
12:00-13:00 Meeting: SRC election results announcement CUT Council (2021-09-17)

Saturday 4 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 5
Monday 6 10:00-13:00 CUT Women in Higher
Education – staff

 Deadline for 2022 National Research

Foundation (NRF) bursary applications
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-09-13)

Tuesday 7 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Mancom (2021-08-31)  Publication of final October/November

assessment timetable
09:00-11:00 Meeting: University Languages Committee  Submission of documents for meeting:
(2021-08-27) University Academic Planning and Quality
Committee (2021-09-20)
13:30-15:30 Knowledge-sharing Session with Senior  Submission of documents for meeting:
Managers Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Humanities
(2021-09-14)

Wednesday 8  Submission of documents for meeting:

Honorary Awards and Honorary Degrees
Committee
(2021-09-21)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
University Teaching and Learning
Committee (2021-09-22)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
University Internationalisation Committee
(2021-09-20)

Thursday 9 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Labour Relations Forum  Submission of documents for meeting:
(2021-08-26) University Engagement Committee (2021-
09-16)
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation
Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences
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Friday 10 10:00 & 14:00 Spring Graduation Ceremony

18:00 Chancellor’s Doctorandi Dinner

Employee Appreciation Day (Bloemfontein

campus)

08:30-16:00 Student Multicultural

Celebrations

 Subject additions, subject terminations and

course changes for ALL second-semester
students in ALL faculties at ALL
campuses concludes
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Health and Environmental Sciences (2021-
09-15)

Saturday 11 Saturday School Technology Project

CUT Fun Run

Sunday 12
Monday 13 09:00-12:00 Meeting: CUT Student Media Board Faculty Research Seminar: Management
Sciences
09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Submission of documents for meeting:
Board: Engineering, Built Environment and Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Information Technology (2021-09-06) Management Sciences (2021-09-17)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Student Fees Committee (2021-09-20)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Student Services Council (2021-10-04)

Tuesday 14 10:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty

Board: Humanities (2021-08-07)
Wednesday 15 11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of
Board: Health and Environmental Sciences Engineering, Built Environment and
(2021-09-10) Information Technology

 7th Annual Research Culture Workshop:

Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment and Information
Technology

Thursday 16 14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Engagement Committee 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of Engineering,
(2021-09-09) Built Environment and Information
Technology

08:30-16:30 Academic development

programme for lecturers

Friday 17 09:00-15:00 Meeting: CUT Council (2021-09-03) 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of Engineering,
Built Environment and Information
08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty Technology
Board: Management Sciences (2021-09-13)
08:30-16:30 Academic development
programme for lecturers

08:00-17:00 SRC Leadership Training

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Workshop

Saturday 18 09:00-15:00 Meeting: Alumni Executive Committee 08:00-17:00 SRC Leadership Training
Workshop

Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 19
Monday 20 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Student Fees Committee 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of Engineering,
(2021-09-13) Built Environment and Information
Technology
09:00-12:00 Meeting: University Internationalisation
Committee (2021-09-08)

Meeting: University Academic Planning and

09:00-12:00 Quality Committee (2021-09-07)

Tuesday 21 09:00-11:00 Meeting: Honorary Awards and Honorary 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of Engineering,
Degrees Committee (2021-09-08) Built Environment and Information
Technology
14:00-16:00 Meeting: ICT Steering Committee
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Special Mancom (tenders only) (2021-10-
05)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
SRC and Mancom (2021-10-05)

Wednesda 22 09:00-15:00 Meeting: University Teaching and Learning 08:00-18:00 Main test: Faculty of Engineering,
y Committee (2021-09-08) Built Environment and Information
Technology

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Humanities
(2021-10-06)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Labour Relations Forum (2021-10-11)

PUBLIC LECTURE SERIES 4 (ANNUAL

HERMAN MASHABA LECTURE

Thursday 23 14:00-16:00 Meeting: Quality Assurance and Enhancement Third quarter concludes
Committee
10:00-16:00 Heritage Day Celebrations

 Late applications for 2022 close

Friday 24 HERITAGE DAY 10:00 CUT residences close

Saturday 25
Sunday 26
Monday 27 SEPTEMBER RECESS STARTS Saturday School Technology Project

Tuesday 28 Saturday School Technology Project

Wednesday 29 Saturday School Technology Project

Thursday 30 Saturday School Technology Project

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OCTOBER
Dates Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Friday 1 SEPTEMBER RECESS ENDS Saturday School Technology Project

Saturday 2
Sunday 3 08:00 CUT residences open
Monday 4 09:00-11:00 Meeting: Student Services Council Fourth quarter commences
(2021-09-13)
All lectures/classes commence for fourth
14:00-16:00 Meeting: University Academic Appointments quarter in ALL faculties at ALL campuses (all
and Promotions Committee students)

Deadline for submission to Assessment and

Graduations Unit of theses/dissertations for
assessment for prospective graduates for April
2022

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Extended Management Committee
(2021-10-12)

Tuesday 5 09:00-11:00 Special meeting: Mancom (tenders only) 12:00-16:30 International Day celebrations
(2021-09-21)
 Closing date for applications of first
14:00-16:00 Meeting: SRC and Mancom (2021-09-21) semester 2022 International exchange
student intake
 Faculty Research Seminar: Humanities
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology (2021-10-11)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Humanities (2021-10-15)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Health and Environmental
Sciences (2021-10-15)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Mancom (2021-10-18)

Wednesday 6 10:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Deadline for 2022 sport bursary
Board: Humanities (2021-09-22) applications

09:00-11:00 Meeting: Risk and Compliance Advisory

Committee

Thursday 7 09:00-13:00 Meeting: University Research and Innovation 08:00-15:00 CUT Annual Scholarship of
Committee (URIC) Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Conference with
SoTL in the South
14:00-16:00 Meeting: Fascom
 Submission of documents for meeting:
16:00-18:00 SRC mass meeting Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Health and Environmental Sciences
(2021-10-13)

Friday 8 10:00-14:00 Meeting: CUT Innovation Services (CUTIS) 08:00-16:30 CUT Annual Scholarship of
(Pty) Ltd Board Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Conference
with SoTL in the South
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Saturday 9 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 10
Monday 11 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Labour Relations Forum  Fourth quarter test marks for subjects other
(2021-09-22) than continuous assessment subjects
entered into the ITS System by faculties
09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Calculation of progress marks completed
Board: Engineering, Built Environment and by Assessment and Graduations Unit
Information Technology (2021-10-05)  Test marks for third quarter entered into
the ITS System by faculties
 Assessment papers for October/November
main assessment handed in at Assessment
and Graduations Unit
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Management Sciences (2021-10-15)

Tuesday 12 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Mancom (2021-10-05)

08:30-14:30 Regional seminar on extended curriculum

programmes

Wednesday 13 11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Preliminary course marks published
Board: Health and Environmental Sciences  Submission of documents for meeting:
(2021-10-07) Student Academic Affairs Committee
(2021-10-19)
13:00-15:00 Meeting: Advisory Committee: Engineering,  Submission of documents for meeting:
Built Environment and Information Faculty Board: Engineering, Built
Technology Environment and Information Technology
(2021-10-22)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Senex (2021-10-27)

Thursday 14 08:30-16:30 Meeting: Extended Management Committee 10:00 Deadline for student complaints
(2021-10-04) regarding course marks

14:00 Verification of course marks completed

18:00 VICE-CHANCELLOR’S
EXCELLENCE AWARDS DINNER – STAFF

 Academic timetables 2022 to departmental

secretaries
 23rd Annual Research Seminar: Faculty of
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology
 Submission of quarterly assessment
forms/mentors’ reports on new staff
members

Friday 15 08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty 12:30-14:00 VICE-CHANCELLOR’S

Board: Management Sciences (2021-10-11) STUDENT LEADERSHIP AWARDS

10:00-12:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Humanities CUT Welkom Awareness Golf Day
(2021-10-05)  Calculation of course marks completed by
Assessment and Graduations Unit
11:00-13:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Health and
Environmental Sciences (2021-10-05)
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 Calculation of final course marks

completed by Assessment and Graduations
Unit
 Publication of invigilation timetable for
October/November main assessment
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Library and Information Services
Committee
(2021-10-20)
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Planning, Finance and Resources
Committee of Council (2021-10-29)

Saturday 16 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 17
Monday 18  Final course marks published
 Submission of documents for meeting:
Faculty Board: Management Sciences
(2021-10-22)

Tuesday 19 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Student Academic Affairs  Submission of documents for meeting:
Committee (2021-10-13) Human Resources Committee of Council
(2021-11-02)

Wednesday 20 12:30-13:30 Meeting: Library and Information Services 17:00-19:00 Faculty Public Lecture: Health and
Committee (2021-10-15) Environmental Sciences

Thursday 21 14:00-16:00 Meeting: Faculty Research and Innovation 08:30-16:00 Faculty Prestige Research Day:
Committee (FRIC): Management Sciences Health and Environmental Sciences

14:00-16:30 Graduate School: Postdoctoral

Seminar

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Audit, Risk and ICT Governance
Committee of Council (2021-11-04)

Friday 22 12:30-15:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Management  Submission of documents for meeting:
Sciences (2021-10-18) Institutional Forum (2021-11-05)

13:00-15:00 Meeting: Faculty Board: Engineering, Built

Environment and Information Technology
(2021-1013)

Saturday 23 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 24
Monday 25  Submission of documents for meeting:
Senate (2021-11-08)

Tuesday 26 10:00-12:00 Meeting: University Transformation

Advisory Committee (Welkom)

Wednesday 27 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Senex (2021-10-13)  Submission of documents for meeting:

Labour Relations Forum (2021-11-12)

Thursday 28 10:00-12:00 Meeting: University Transformation

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Advisory Committee (Welkom)

14:00-16:00 Meeting: Community Engagement Committee

Friday 29 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Planning, Finance and Resources

Committee of Council (2021-10-15)

Saturday 30 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 31 2022 ONLINE APPLICATIONS CLOSE
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NOVEMBER
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Monday 1
Tuesday 2 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Human Resources Committee of  Submission of documents for meeting:
Council (2021-10-19) Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Humanities
(2021-11-10)
 Submission of documents for meetings:
Executive Committee of Council &
Remuneration Committee of Council
(2021-11-02)

Wednesday 3 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Journal for New Generation

Sciences (JNGS) Editorial Board

11:00-13:00 Meeting: Technology and Innovation

Committee

14:00-16:00 Meeting: Research Ethics and Integrity

Committee

Thursday 4 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Audit, Risk and ICT Governance 10:00-12:00 Transformation Roadshow
Committee of Council (2021-10-21) (Bloemfontein campus)

18:00 Professorial Inaugural Address

 Submission of documents for meeting:

Employment Equity Committee (2021-11-
18)

Friday 5 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Institutional Forum (2021-10-22)

Saturday 6 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 7
Monday 8 12:00-16:00 Meeting: Senate (2021-10-25)  Submission of documents for meeting:
Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Engineering, Built Environment and
Information Technology
(2021-11-15)

Tuesday 9  Submission of documents for meeting:

Mancom (2021-11-16)

Wednesday 10 10:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Submission of documents for meeting:
Board: Humanities (2021-11-02) Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Health and Environmental Sciences (2021-
11-17)

Thursday 11 09:00-15:00 Meetings: Executive Committee of Council &

Remuneration Committee of Council
(2021-11-02)

Friday 12 08:00-16:00 Risk Assessment Workshop 10:00-16:00 Graduate School: Doctoral

Summer School
09:00-13:00 Meeting: Labour Relations Forum Annual CUT Bloemfontein Thusanang
(2021-10-27) (Poverty) Golf Day
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 Submission of documents for meeting and

Workshop: CUT Council (2021-11-26)

Saturday 13 Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 14
Monday 15 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty  Submission of documents for meeting:
Board: Engineering, Built Environment and Executive Committee of Faculty Board:
Information Technology (2021-11-08) Management Sciences (2021-11-19)

Tuesday 16 09:00-13:00 Meeting: Mancom (2021-11-09)

09:00-12:00 Meeting: CUT Student Media Board

14:00-15:30 Knowledge-sharing Session with Senior

Managers

Wednesday 17 11:00-13:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty Fourth quarter concludes

Board: Health and Environmental Sciences
(2021-11-10)  All marks for continuous assessment
subjects entered into the ITS System by
faculties

Thursday 18 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Employment Equity Committee Days for preparation of assessments for year
(2021-11-04) subjects commence

09:00-12:00 Meeting: Research Grants and Scholarships Days for preparation of assessments for second-
Committee semester subjects commence

Friday 19 08:15-11:00 Meeting: Executive Committee of Faculty Days for preparation of assessments for year
Board: Management Sciences (2021-11-15) subjects conclude

Days for preparation of assessments for second-

semester subjects conclude
Saturday 20 Saturday School Technology Project
Sunday 21
Monday 22 2021 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER MAIN
ASSESSMENT COMMENCES

Tuesday 23 09:00-16:30 CUT’s 4th Transformation

Summit

Wednesday 24  Marksheets for main assessment to

faculties for verification
Thursday 25 08:30-16:30 Student Leadership Workshop
(HCs and SRC)

Friday 26 09:00-15:00 Workshop: CUT Council (2021-11-12)  Submission of marksheets to Assessment

and Graduations Unit: October/November
main assessments
Saturday 27 09:00-15:00 Meeting: CUT Council (2021-11-12) Saturday School Technology Project

Sunday 28 09:00-15:00 Meeting: Alumni Executive Committee

Monday 29 09:00-12:00 Meeting: Skills Committee 08:30-16:00 SRC strategic planning session

Tuesday 30  Marksheets for sickness, special and

reassessments to faculties for verification
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DECEMBER
Date Time Meetings Closing dates/registrations/notifications
Wednesday 1
Thursday 2  Academic staff must submit all
marksheets to the Assessment and
Graduations Unit for placement on the
system, and must then subsequently
verify those marks, before leaving on
holiday

Friday 3
Saturday 4
Sunday 5
Monday 6
Tuesday 7
Wednesday 8
Thursday 9
Friday 10 2021 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER MAIN
ASSESSMENT CONCLUDES

YEAR-END FUNCTION –
BLOEMFONTEIN AND WELKOM
CAMPUSES

Saturday 11 10:00 CUT residences close

Sunday 12
Monday 13 Week to finalise marking (academic staff)
commences
Tuesday 14
Wednesday 15 DECEMBER RECESS STARTS Week to finalise marking (academic staff)
concludes
Thursday 16 DAY OF RECONCILIATION

Friday 17 Fourth quarter concludes

Summer recess commences

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CUT ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2021

NEW STUDENTS SENIOR STUDENTS
FIRST SEMESTER: HEALTH & ENGINEERING & HEALTH & ENGINEERING &
MANAGEMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL HUMANITIES INFORMATION ENVIRONMENTAL HUMANITIES INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
SCIENCES
SCIENCES TECHNOLOGY SCIENCES TECHNOLOGY
START 04-Jan-21 04-Jan-21 04-Jan-21 04-Jan-21 04-Jan-21 04-Jan-21 04-Jan-21 04-Jan-21
FIRST QUARTER
END 23-Apr-21 23-Apr-21 23-Apr-21 23-Apr-21 23-Apr-21 23-Apr-21 23-Apr-21 23-Apr-21

APPLICATIONS CLOSE FOR 2021 (South African applicants) 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20

APPLICATIONS CLOSE FOR 2021 (International applicants) 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20 31-Oct-20

REVIEW OF APPLICATION STATUSES OF NEW START 22-Feb-21 22-Feb-21 22-Feb-21 22-Feb-21 22-Feb-21 22-Feb-21 22-Feb-21 22-Feb-21
APPLICANTS
END 26-Feb-21 26-Feb-21 26-Feb-21 26-Feb-21 26-Feb-21 26-Feb-21 26-Feb-21 26-Feb-21

START 11-Jan-21 11-Jan-21 11-Jan-21 11-Jan-21

2020-YEAR END ASSESSMENTS
END 29-Jan-21 29-Jan-21 29-Jan-21 29-Jan-21

SUBMISSION OF MARK-SHEETS TO ASSESSMENT & GRADUATION UNIT: 05-Feb-21 05-Feb-21 05-Feb-21 05-Feb-21
MAIN ASSESSMENT 08-Feb-21 08-Feb-21 08-Feb-21 08-Feb-21

START 12-Feb-21 12-Feb-21 12-Feb-21 12-Feb-21

SICKNESS / SPECIAL ASSESSMENT & RE
ASSESSMENT
END 19-Feb-21 19-Feb-21 19-Feb-21 19-Feb-21

SUBMISSION OF MARK-SHEETS TO ASSESSMENT & GRADUATION UNIT: 24-Feb-21 24-Feb-21 24-Feb-21 24-Feb-21
REASSESSMENT 25-Feb-21 25-Feb-21 25-Feb-21 25-Feb-21

PUBLICATION OF DECEMBER 2020 RESULTS 25-Feb-21 25-Feb-21 25-Feb-21 25-Feb-21

START 05-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 09-Mar-21 10-Mar-21 01-Mar-21 02-Mar-21 03-Mar-21 04-Mar-21

REGISTRATION: BLOEMFONTEIN AND
WELKOM CAMPUSES END 05-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 09-Mar-21 10-Mar-21 01-Mar-21 02-Mar-21 03-Mar-21 04-Mar-21

START 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21

REGISTRATION: FIRST TIME ENTRY
POSTGRADUATES (M&D)
END 26-Mar-21 26-Mar-21 26-Mar-21 26-Mar-21 26-Mar-21 26-Mar-21 26-Mar-21 26-Mar-21

LATE REGISTRATION FOR ALL STUDENTS IN START 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21
ALL CAMPUSES, SUBJECT ADDITION AND
CANCELATIONS END 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21

START 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21

SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
END 19-Mar-21 19-Mar-21 19-Mar-21 19-Mar-21 19-Mar-21 19-Mar-21 19-Mar-21 19-Mar-21

GENERAL / FACULTY ORIANTATION for all START 08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21
first year students (Bloemfontein and Welkom
END 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21
Campuses)

WELCOME: FIRST YEAR AND SENIOR STUDENTS AND UNIVERSITY

10-Mar-21 10-Mar-21 10-Mar-21 10-Mar-21 10-Mar-21 10-Mar-21 10-Mar-21 10-Mar-21
OFFICIAL OPENING: WELKOM

WELCOME: FIRST YEAR AND SENIOR STUDENTS AND UNIVERSITY 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21 12-Mar-21
OFFICIAL OPENING: BLOEMFONTEIN

SUBJECT ADDITIONS, SUBJECT START 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21 11-Mar-21
TERMINATION & COURSE CHANGES
END 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21 09-Apr-21

CLASSES START FOR FIRST QUARTER

08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21 08-Mar-21
(SENIOR STUDENTS)
CLASSES START FOR FIRST QUARTER
15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21 15-Mar-21
(FIRST YEAR STUDENTS)
START 26-Apr-21 26-Apr-21 26-Apr-21 26-Apr-21 26-Apr-21 26-Apr-21 26-Apr-21 26-Apr-21
FIRST QUARTER BREAK
END 30-Apr-21 30-Apr-21 30-Apr-21 30-Apr-21 30-Apr-21 30-Apr-21 30-Apr-21 30-Apr-21

CLASSES START SECOND QUARTER 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21

START 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21 03-May-21

SECOND QUARTER
END 30-Jun-21 30-Jun-21 30-Jun-21 30-Jun-21 30-Jun-21 30-Jun-21 30-Jun-21 30-Jun-21

DAYS FOR PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT START 01-Jul-21 01-Jul-21 29-Jul-01 01-Jul-21 01-Jul-21 01-Jul-21 01-Jul-21 01-Jul-21
FOR SEMESTER SUBJECTS
END 02-Jul-21 02-Jul-21 02-Jul-21 02-Jul-21 02-Jul-21 02-Jul-21 02-Jul-21 02-Jul-21

START 05-Jul-21 05-Jul-21 05-Jul-21 05-Jul-21 05-Jul-21 05-Jul-21 05-Jul-21 05-Jul-21

MID-YEAR ASSESSMENTS
END 23-Jul-21 23-Jul-21 23-Jul-21 23-Jul-21 23-Jul-21 23-Jul-21 23-Jul-21 23-Jul-21

START 26-Jul-21 26-Jul-21 26-Jul-21 26-Jul-21 26-Jul-21 26-Jul-21 26-Jul-21 26-Jul-21

One week to finilise marking- Academis staff
END 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21
SUBMISSION OF MARK-SHEETS TO ASSESSMENT & GRADUATION UNIT:
30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21 30-Jul-21
MAIN ASSESSMENT
START 02-Aug-21 02-Aug-21 02-Aug-21 02-Aug-21 02-Aug-21 02-Aug-21 02-Aug-21 02-Aug-21
SICKNESS / SPECIAL ASSESSMENT & RE
ASSESSMENT
END 06-Aug-21 06-Aug-21 06-Aug-21 06-Aug-21 06-Aug-21 06-Aug-21 06-Aug-21 06-Aug-21
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SUBMISSION OF MARK-SHEETS TO
ASSESSMENT & GRADUATION UNIT: 11-Aug-21 11-Aug-21 11-Aug-21 11-Aug-21 11-Aug-21 11-Aug-21 11-Aug-21 11-Aug-21
REASSESSMENT

PUBLICATION OF JUNE RESULTS 13-Aug-21 13-Aug-21 13-Aug-21 13-Aug-21 13-Aug-21 13-Aug-21 13-Aug-21 13-Aug-21

START 16-Aug-21 16-Aug-21 16-Aug-21 16-Aug-21 16-Aug-21 16-Aug-21 16-Aug-21 16-Aug-21

SEMESTER RECESS
END 20-Aug-21 20-Aug-21 20-Aug-21 20-Aug-21 20-Aug-21 20-Aug-21 20-Aug-21 20-Aug-21

HEALTH & ENGINEERING & HEALTH & ENGINEERING &

MANAGEMENT
SECOND SEMESTER ENVIRONMENTAL
SCIENCES
HUMANITIES INFORMATION ENVIRONMENTAL HUMANITIES INFORMATION MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
SCIENCES TECHNOLOGY SCIENCES TECHNOLOGY

START 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21

THIRD QUARTER
END 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-21 23-Sep-21

START 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21

REGISTRATION
END 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21

LATE REGISTRATION: SECOND SEMESTER 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21

START 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21 23-Aug-21

SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
END 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21 26-Aug-21

START 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21 27-Aug-21

SUBJECT ADDITION, SUBJECT TERMINATION
& COURSE CHANGES
END 10-Sep-21 10-Sep-21 10-Sep-21 10-Sep-21 10-Sep-21 10-Sep-21 10-Sep-21 10-Sep-21

START 27-Sep-21 27-Sep-21 27-Sep-21 27-Sep-21 27-Sep-21 27-Sep-21 27-Sep-21 27-Sep-21

SEPTEMBER HOLIDAYS
END 01-Oct-21 01-Oct-21 01-Oct-21 01-Oct-21 01-Oct-21 01-Oct-21 01-Oct-21 01-Oct-21

CLASSES START FOR FOURTH QUARTER 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21

START 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21 04-Oct-21

FOURTH QUARTER
END 17-Nov-21 17-Nov-21 17-Nov-21 17-Nov-21 17-Nov-21 17-Nov-21 17-Nov-21 17-Nov-21

START YEAR
18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21
DAYS FOR PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT SUBJECTS
FOR YEAR SUBJECTS
END YEAR SUBJECTS 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21

START SEMESTER
18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21 18-Nov-21
DAYS FOR PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT SUBJETCS
FOR SEMESTER SUBJECTS END SEMESTER
19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21 19-Nov-21
SUBJECTS

START 22-Nov-21 22-Nov-21 22-Nov-21 22-Nov-21 22-Nov-21 22-Nov-21 22-Nov-21 22-Nov-21

ASSESSMENT
END 10-Dec-21 10-Dec-21 10-Dec-21 10-Dec-21 10-Dec-21 10-Dec-21 10-Dec-21 10-Dec-21

START 13-Dec-21 13-Dec-21 13-Dec-21 13-Dec-21 13-Dec-21 13-Dec-21 13-Dec-21 13-Dec-21

One week to conclude marking
END 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21

SUBMISSION OF MARK-SHEETS TO ASSESSMENT & GRADUATION UNIT:

14-Jan-22 14-Jan-22 14-Jan-22 14-Jan-22 14-Jan-22 14-Jan-22 14-Jan-22 14-Jan-22
MAIN ASSESSMENT

SICKNESS / SPECIAL ASSESSMENT & RE START 24-Jan-22 24-Jan-22 24-Jan-22 24-Jan-22 24-Jan-22 24-Jan-22 24-Jan-22 24-Jan-22
ASSESSMENT END 28-Jan-22 28-Jan-22 28-Jan-22 28-Jan-22 28-Jan-22 28-Jan-22 28-Jan-22 28-Jan-22

SUBMISSION OF MARK-SHEETS TO
ASSESSMENT & GRADUATION UNIT: 02-Feb-22 02-Feb-22 02-Feb-22 02-Feb-22 02-Feb-22 02-Feb-22 02-Feb-22 02-Feb-22
REASSESSMENT

Publication of RESULTS 04-Feb-22 04-Feb-22 04-Feb-22 04-Feb-22 04-Feb-22 04-Feb-22 04-Feb-22 04-Feb-22

START 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22

SPECIAL ASSESSMENT
END 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22 18-Feb-22

Faculty Baord for approval of Graduation Lists 25-Feb-22 25-Feb-22 25-Feb-22 25-Feb-22 25-Feb-22 25-Feb-22 25-Feb-22 25-Feb-22

SENEX for Approval of Graduation list 04-Mar-22 04-Mar-22 04-Mar-22 04-Mar-22 04-Mar-22 04-Mar-22 04-Mar-22 04-Mar-22

DECEMBER HOLIDAY START 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21 15-Dec-21
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CUT COUNCIL

CHANCELLOR
Madam Justice Mahube Molemela BA (UFH), BProc (UFH), LLM (UFS), AdvDip Labour Law (UJ), Certificate
in Human Rights (Danish Centre for Human Rights), Dip (Mancosa), Certificate in Advanced Military Law (SANDF
Thaba Tshwane College)

CHAIRPERSON
Mr CM Phehlukwayo, BCompt (Unisa), CTA (UKZN), CA (SA) Audit and Risk/ICT Governance

MEMBERS
Ms N Nxesi, BSc (UFH), BPub Admin Hons (US), Med Ministerial Appointee
Hons (Wits), MBL (Unisa), HED (UFH)
Mr N Dolopi, LLM (NMU) Ministerial Appointee
Mr N Matlala, LLM (Unisa), Dip Human Rights (RAU), Ministerial Appointee
HDip CL (Wits), HDip TL (Wits), MMMPP (Wits),
LTRSE (IDLO Rome), FCI. Arb (London)
Mr LG Hume, SED (Unisa), Dip BM (Damelin), LDP (GIBS), Ministerial Appointee
PGDip (UFS)
Mr X Khumalo BCom Hons (UN), Cert BRM (UCT), CA (SA), Ministerial Appointee
CFA, CFE
Mr LE Sebola BEng Comp Hons (UP), MEng (UP) Technology
Mr RG Nicholls BCom (Rhodes), CA (SA)®, CIA® Finance
Vacant Finance
Vacant Education
Dr GA van Gensen; BA Hons (UWC), MBA (University of Whales), Marketing
DTech (CUT)
Mr GM Cindi; NDip (CUT), PGCE (CUT) Alumni Association
Mr I Osman; BCom (UWC), BCom Hons (Unisa), Local/regional development
MBA (Wits), Management Advanced Programme (Wits), and Governance
Adv Cert Leadership (UCT), Adv Cert Leadership Coaching (Wits)
Ms MNW Mosuwe; BPA (NWU), BA Hons (UJ), Cert Labour Prominent person who would add
Relations (UJ), Cert Arbitration (GIMT), MPA(DMU) value to the Welkom campus and

Businessman from the Central

region who will add business
value to the university
Ms VM Mojuto BSc (UP), MBA (ALBA Graduate Business School), Business
Certificate in Economic Regulation (MSU), Certificate in
Public Policy (UCL), Certificate in Mobile Financial Services (Tufts)
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Mr GS Hlongwane NDip (UJ), BTech (UJ), MAP (Wits), BCom Hons (UJ), Human Resources Management
MBA (Milpark Business School), Cert ERP (UJ)
Ms NMMM Mokose BSc (Cornell) Agriculture
Dr CN Mbileni-Morema MTech (TUT), PhD (Wits), MBA (HWU), Technology
Cert Leadership (HWU), Cert Project Management (HWU),
Cert Strategy (HWU), Cert Finance (HWU), Cert Economics
(HWU), Cert Organisational Behaviour (HWU), Cert Influence
(HWU), Cert Marketing (HWU)
Prof. HJ de Jager MDipTech (VTT), BA (PU for CHE), Vice-Chancellor and Principal
DTE (Unisa), DTech (TSA)
Prof. DP Ngidi MEd (Unisa), DEd (UZ), Cert Project Management Deputy Vice-Chancellor:
(Boston) Teaching and Learning
Prof. AB Ngowi BSc (UDSM), MSc (Chalmers), PhD (Wits), PrCPM(SA) Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research
MBIE (BW), MCIOB Pr Tech Eng, MIEEE Innovation and Engagement
Dr GW Paul BA (UWC), HED (UWC), BTech (TSA), LLM (NMU), Deputy Vice-Chancellor:
DTech (NMU) Resources and Operations
Vacant Senate member
Vacant , Senate member
Ms D Mkhize BTech (DUT), MTech (CUT) – Academic staff member
Mr BCL Mokoma BA Ed (NWU), NCert HRM, CAE (Unisa), Non-academic staff member
MDP (UFS), BTech (CUT)
Mr TS Masoeu ND, BTech, BEd (Hons) (CUT) Institutional Forum
Mr M Ntonyane – Students’ Representative Council
President: Bloemfontein Campus
Mr Setlhalefo – Students’ Representative Council
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INSTITUTIONAL FORUM

Mr TS Masoeu, ND, BTech, BEd (Hons) (CUT) Member: NEHAWU

Chairperson

Mr KE Moremi, BTech (CUT), Cert. EMDP (US) Member: Alumni Association

Deputy Chairperson
Dr N Mrwetyana, MEd (UFH), MEd (Rhodes), PhD (UKZN) Registrar
(Secretary)

Prof. DP Ngidi, MEd (Unisa), DEd (UZ), CPM (Boston) Member: Management
Committee

Ms L Jordaan, MTech (CUT) Member:

NTEU

Mr LE Sebola, MEng (UP) External Member: Council

Prof. W Setlalentoa, BEd Hons (NWU), MEd (UFS), PhD (CUT) Representative: Senate

Dr J Nkhebenyane, BSc Hons (UFS), MTech (CUT), PhD (CUT) Representative: Academic
employees

Ms L Letsoara, PGDip (PU, UK), BSocSc (UFS) Representative: HR

(Transformation)

Mr S Leepa, NDip (CUT), BTech (CUT) Representative: Non-academic

employees

Mr TS Mokgatla, MTech. (CUT) Representative: Welkom Campus

Employee Group
Vacant Additional Member (Employment
Equity Committee)

Vacant Additional Member

(Employees/People with
disabilities)

Mr M Ntonyane SRC President: campus Bloemfontein Member:

Council

Mr TS Caleni SRC President: Welkom campus Member:

Council
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chap
SENATE

Prof. HJ de Jager, MDipTech (VTT), BA (PU for CHE), Vice-Chancellor & Principal
DTE (Unisa), DTech (TSA) (Chairperson)
Prof. DP Ngidi, MEd (Unisa), DEd (UZ), CPM (Boston) Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching &
Learning (Deputy Chairperson)
Prof. AB Ngowi, BSc (UDSM), MSc (Chalmers), PhD (Wits), Deputy Vice-Chancellor:
PrCPM (SA), MBIE (BW), Research, Innovation & Engagement
MCIOB Pr Tech Eng, MIEEE
Dr GW Paul, BA (UWC), HED (UWC), BTech (TSA), Deputy Vice-Chancellor:
LLM (NMU), DTech (NMU) Resources and Operations
Vacant Registrar (Secretary)
Vacant Council Member
Vacant Council Member
Prof. LOK Lategan, PhD, DTh (UFS) Senior Director: Research
Development & Postgraduate Studies
Dr NJ Malebo, PhD (UFS) Senior Director: Centre for
Innovation in Learning & Teaching
Prof. AJ Strydom, PhD (UFS) Dean: Faculty of Management
Sciences
Prof. SS Mashele, BSc (UNIN), PhD (Medunsa) Dean: Faculty of Health &
Environmental Sciences & Associate
Professor: Biomedical Technology
Prof. W Setlalentoa, BEd Hons (NWU), MEd (UFS), PhD (CUT) Acting Dean: Faculty of Humanities;
Associate Professor: Mathematics/
Science/Technology Education & Head
of Department: Mathematics, Science &
Technology Education
Prof. HJ Vermaak, MDip Tech (PE Tech), PhD (Twente) Dean: Faculty of Engineering, Built
Pr Tech Eng (MIEEE) Environment & Information
Technology
Prof. JFR Lues, PhD (UFS) Professor: Environmental Health
Prof. I Yadroitsau, MSc (BSU); PSC (MSU), PhD (JMU) Professor: Development/Additive
Manufacturing
Prof. P Sepeng, UDE(S) (UNIBO), MTech (TUT), Senior Director: Institutional Renewal
PhD (NMU) & Transformation
Prof. C van der Westhuizen, PhD (UFS) Professor: Agriculture
Dr HS Jacobs, HED (UFS), FDE (RAU), BComm Hons (Unisa), Deputy Director: Work-integrated
DTech (CUT) Learning & Skills Development
Dr JJC Badenhorst, PhD (UFS) Deputy Director: Centre for e-
Learning & Educational Technology
Ms MH Maimane, HED (UFH), MA (PU), Cert: OBE (IU) Deputy Director: Curriculum and
Academic Staff Development
Mr L Jackson, MA (US), BTh Hons (UWC) Director: International Office
Mr I Mokhele, M PBL (Aalborg), MAdmin (Sun Yat Sen) Senior Director: Institutional Planning
& Quality Enhancement
Prof. AA Szubarga, PhD (UMCS) Deputy Director: Management
Information Systems (MIS)
Ms T Khomo, BEd Hons (UPE), MA (NMU) Deputy Director: Quality Enhancement
Ms K Eister, BBibl (UFH), HDE (Vista), BBibl Hons (Unisa), University Librarian
MIS (UJ)
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Dr TPE Tondi, BTh (UDW), MA (UNIN), PhD (UKZN) Deputy Registrar: Student Services
Ms V Njokweni, NDip (ECT), BTech (WSU), BCom Hons (UFH) Acting Deputy Registrar: Academic
Administration
Prof. D Das, BSc Hons (Sambalpur), MCP (IIT), PhD (IIT) Assistant Dean: Teaching & Learning,
Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment & Information
Technology
Prof. S Makola, BA Hons (Vista), MA (Wits), PhD (UFS) Director: Welkom Campus
Mr MB Manyarela, BEd Hons (UFS) Deputy Director: Student
Academic Development & Support
Mr G Quvile, SB (MIT), BEng Hons (UP), PGDip (UCT), Chief Executive Officer: CUTIS &
MBA (Durham) Senior Director: Innovation &
Technology Transfer
Dr NJ Nkhebenyane, PhD (CUT) Non-professorial Academic Employee
on Senate & Acting Head of Department:
Life Sciences
Mr M Motsoeneng, BCom (Vista), MBA. (NWU), PGDE (UP) Support Services Employee on Senate
To be appointed Institutional SRC President:
Bloemfontein campus
To be appointed Institutional SRC President:
Welkom campus
Dr RW Thabane, PhD (CUT) Assistant Dean: Teaching & Learning,
Faculty of Humanities & Acting Head
of Department: Educational &
Professional Studies
Prof. M Mhlolo, MEd (Zimbabwe), Cert (Rhodes), PhD (Wits) Assistant Dean: Research, Innovation
& Engagement, Faculty of Humanities
Prof. C Chipunza, BSc Hons (UZ), MCom (UFH), Assistant Dean: Research, Innovation
MPhil (SUN), DTech (NMU) & Engagement, Faculty of Management
Sciences & Associate Professor: Human
Resources Management
Prof. F van der Walt, MPL (UFS), HDE (Vista), PhD (UP) Assistant Dean: Teaching & Learning
& Associate Professor:
Business Management
Prof. HS Friedrich-Nel, Phd (UFS) Assistant Dean: Teaching & Learning:
Faculty of Health & Environmental
Sciences/Associate Professor:
Radiography & Head of Department:
Clinical Sciences
Dr T Makhafola, BSc Hons (UL), PhD (UP) Assistant Dean: Research, Innovation &
Engagement - Faculty of Health &
Environmental Sciences
Dr BJ Kotze, NHDip (TUT), DTech (CUT) Assistant Dean: Teaching & Learning,
Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment & Information Technology
Prof. YE Woyessa, BSc (AAU), MSc (ENSAM), PhD (UFS) Assistant Dean: Research, Innovation
& Engagement, Faculty of Engineering,
Built Environment & Information
Technology
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Prof. M Truscott, PhD (UFS) Associate Professor: Mechanical

Engineering & Applied Mathematics
Prof. PJ Fourie, NHDip (TSA), DTech (CUT) Associate Professor: Agriculture
Prof. D Kokt, BPL (UFS), DTech (CUT) Associate Professor:
Leisure Management
Prof. AH Makura, Dip Agric Ed (Botswana and Swaziland) Associate Professor: Postgraduate
MEd (Lesotho), CFL (UFH), PGDHET (UFH) Studies
PhD (UFH)
Prof. G Alexander, Dip VBL (Wits), Dip (IBMCSA), Associate Professor: Postgraduate
HDE (UWC), BA (UWC), PhD (UFS) Studies
Prof. W du Preez, PhD (US) Associate Professor: Mechanical
& Mechatronics Engineering
Prof. T van Niekerk, MPA (US), ADHE (UFS), DTech (CUT) Associate Professor: Government
Management & Head of Department:
Government Management
Prof. M Naong, BCom Hons (UFS), MEd (Vista), DBA (UKZN) Associate Professor: Business
Administration & Head of
Department: Business Management
Prof. G Schlebusch, Dip (Bfn Tech College), PhD (UFS) Associate Professor: Teacher
Education & Head of Department:
Postgraduate Studies: Education
Prof. JW Badenhorst, BA (RAU), PGHED (UNISA), Associate Professor: Education Studies
DEd (UNISA)
Prof. P Hertzog, DTech (CUT) Associate Professor:
Electrical Engineering
Prof. E Theron, MTech (CUT), PhD (UFS) Associate Professor: Civil Engineering
Prof. EM Masinde, BSc (UoN), MSc (VUB), PhD (UCT) Associate Professor: Information
Technology & Head of Department:
Information Technology
Prof. K Kusakana, BScEng (UNILU), MTech (TUT), Associate Professor: Electrical/

DTech (CUT) Electronic/Computer Engineering &

Acting Head of Department: Electrical,
Electronic & Computer Engineering
Prof. P Phindane, BA Hons (Vista), BA Hons (UFS), DLitt (US) Associate Professor: Language/Social
Sciences Education & Head of
Department: Language Education
Prof. P Rambe, MPA (UZ), PGD (CCOSSA), PhD (UCT) Associate Professor: Business Support
Studies
Prof. VSM V Moeketsi, DLitt (US) Associate Professor:
Communication Sciences
Prof. B Awuzie, BSc Hons (ISU), MSc (RGU), PhD Associate Professor: Built
(University of Salford) Environment
Dr J Gericke, BSc (UP), MTech (CUT), MSc (SU), Phd (UKZN) Head of Department: Civil Engineering
Prof. FE Emuze, NDip (Federal Polytechnic), HND Professor: Built Environment &
(Polytechnic Ibahan), Phd (NMU) Head of Department: Built
Environment
Dr PH Mfengwana, DHSc (CUT), PGDTE (UNISA) Head of Department: Health Sciences
Dr BG Fredericks, HED (UWC), BEd Hons (UFS), DTech (CUT) Head of Department:
Communication Sciences
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Dr G Jacobs, MDipTech (VTT), Phd (NWU) Head of Department: Mechanical

and Mechatronic Engineering
Ms M Barnard, BA (Unisa), MTech (CUT), MA (UFS) Acting Head of Department: Design
& Studio Art
Ms D Crowther, BTech FSM (CUT), BTech PSE (CUT), Head of Department: Hotel School
MA (UFS)
Prof. DY Dzansi, MA (UFS), MBA (PU for CHE), PhD (UP) Head of Department: Business
Support Studies
Mr TG Monyane, BTech (CUT), MTech (TUT) Acting Head of Department: Built
Environment
Dr G Makanda, PhD (UKZN) Acting Head of Department:
Mathematical and Physical Science
Dr L Steenkamp, PhD (UFS), MAcc (UFS), CIA, CA (SA), Head of Department:
CISA, Professional Accountant (SA) Accounting & Auditing
Dr J Palmer, PhD (NWU) Head of Department: Educational
and Professional Studies
Mr MG Zwane, BTech (CPUT), MA (UFS) Acting Head of Department:
Language and Social Sciences
Education
Mr SD Mokgawa, NDip (TNG), BSc, BSc (Med) Hons Acting Head of Department: Health
MTech (CUT) Sciences
Ms V Koma, BTech (CUT), MA (UFS) Acting Head of
Department: Accounting
and Auditing
Dr G Makanda, BSc (NUST), MSc (UZ), PhD (UKZN) Acting Head of Department:
Mathematical & Physical Sciences
Dr RW Thabane, DipScEd (NUL), BA (Vista), BEd (PU CHE), Assistant Dean: Teaching & Learning,
MEd (NWU), Phd (CUT) Faculty of Humanities & Acting Head
of Department: Educational &
Professional Studies
Dr J du Plessis, PhD, MHES (UFS) Acting Head of Department:
Clinical Sciences
Dr J Hattingh, MA, HOD (UFS), DBA (CUT) Acting Head of Department: Tourism
& Event Management
Dr M Kimanzi, Phd (UKZN) Acting Head of Department: Language
& Social Sciences Education
Mr SS Ramphoma, STD (Mphohadi College of Education), Department Manager: Government
FDEM (RAU), BA Hons (Vista), BA Hons Management & Business Management
(CUT), MCom (NWU)
Mr J Raath, MTech (CUT), ECSA Acting Department Manager:
Electrical, Electronic &
Computer Engineering
Dr BP Badenhorst, DLitt et Phil (RAU) Acting Department Manager:
Communication Sciences
Dr M Oosthuizen, HDE (UFS), BSc Hons (Vista), PhD (CUT) Department Manager:
Information Technology (Welkom)
Dr LJ Segalo, BEd Hons (UPE), MEd (Vista), PhD (CUT) Department Manager: BEd
Programmes
Mr T Matlho, MEd (Vista), MA (UFS) Acting Department Manager:
Postgraduate Studies: Education
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Mr CH Wessels, MSc (UFS) Department Manager: Information

Technology
Ms G Pule, BTech (CUT), MA (UFS) Department Manager: Accounting
& Internal Auditing
Mr V Adonis, BA Hons (Vista), Hons BPA (US), MBA (UFS) Department Manager: Business
Support & Business Management
Dr R Bhagwandeen, PhD (Jabalpur) Acting Department Manager:
Mathematics, Science & Technology
Education
Dr A Modise, UDES (TNCE), ACE (UFS), Department Manager: Educational &
Phd (CUT) Professional Studies

To be appointed Institutional President: SRC:

Bloemfontein campus
To be appointed Institutional Deputy President: SRC:
Welkom campus
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MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE (MANCOM)

Prof. HJ de Jager; MDipTech (VTT), BA (PU for CHE), DTE Vice-Chancellor and Principal
(Unisa), DTech (TSA)

Prof. DP Ngidi; MEd (Unisa), DEd (UZ), CPM (Boston) Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and
Learning

Prof. AB Ngowi; BBSc (UDSM), MSc (Chalmers), PhD (Wits), Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research
PrCPM (SA), MBIE (BW), MCIOB Pr Tech Eng, MIEEE Innovation and Engagement

Dr GW Paul; BA (UWC), HED (UWC), BTech (TSA), LLM Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Resources and
(NMU), DTech (NMU) Operations

Dr N Mrwetyana; MEd (UFH, RU), PhD (UKZN) Registrar

Prof. S Makola; BA Hons (Vista), MA (Wits), PhD (UFS) Director: Welkom Campus
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HONORARY DEGREES

EXTRAORDINARY PROFESSORSHIPS

Prof. CC de Witt, BA (SU), BA Hons (Unisa), LLB (SU), MA (RAU), LLD (UCT), CPIR (Wits)
Prof. B Setai, BSc (Columbia), PhD (NYU)

EMERITUS PROFESSORS

Emeritus Rector Prof. JJ van Lill, DCom (SU)

Faculty of Management Sciences Prof. J Strauss, DPhil
Emeritus Professor Prof. CAJ van Rensburg, DSc (PU for CHE),
IEM (Harvard)
Emeritus Professor Prof. LG Hechter, HED (UFS), DEd (SU)

HONORARY DOCTORATES

Dr NR Mandela, DTech Education (honoris causa)

Dr K Mokhele, DTech Management (honoris causa)
Dr TA Manuel, DTech Business Management (honoris causa)
Prof. K Asmal, DTech Education (honoris causa)
Dr T Wohlers, DTech Mechanical Engineering (honoris causa)
Dr MA Pyoos, DTech Management (honoris causa)
Dr S Mthembi-Mahanyele, DTech Management (honoris causa)
Dr D Tutu, DTech Education (honoris causa)
Dr P Molemela, DTech Management (honoris causa)
Dr CA Troskie, DTech Management (honoris causa)
Dr PJ Gordhan, DTech Business Administration (honoris causa)
Dr HSP Mashaba, DTech Business Administration (honoris causa)
Dr G Marcus, DTech Business Administration (honoris causa)
Prof. ZKG Mda, DTech Language Practice (honoris causa)
Prof. S Ramakrishna, DTech Engineering (honoris causa)
Dr B Pretorius, DTech Marketing Management (honoris causa)
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BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

NON-LECTURING AND SUPPORT SERVICES STAFF

OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR AND PRINCIPAL

Vice-Chancellor and Principal HJ de Jager, MDip Tech (VTT), BA (PU for CHE),
DTE (Unisa), DTech (TSA)

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR:

RESEARCH, INNOVATION AND ENGAGEMENT
(Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal)

Deputy Vice-Chancellor AB Ngowi, BSc (UDSM), MSc (Chalmers),

PhD (Wits), Pr CPM(SA), MBIE (BW),
MCIOB

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR:

TEACHING AND LEARNING
(Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal)

Deputy Vice-Chancellor DP Ngidi, MEd (Unisa), DEd (UZ), CPM (Boston)

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR:

RESOURCES AND OPERATIONS
(Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal)

Deputy Vice-Chancellor GW Paul, BA, HED (UWC), BTech (Unisa),

MTech, LLM, DTech (NMU)

OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR

(Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal)

Registrar Vacant

OFFICE OF THE VICE-CHANCELLOR AND PRINCIPAL:

INSTITUTIONAL RENEWAL AND TRASNFORMATION
(Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal)
Director P Sepeng, UDE(S) (UNIBO); B Tech (TNG); M Tech
(TUT); PhD (NMMU).
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COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING

(Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Resources and Operations)

Director: Communications and Marketing D Maritz, BS Journalism (Illinois, USA)

RESEARCH, INNOVATION AND ENGAGEMENT

(Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, Innovation and Engagement)

Senior Director: Research Development LOK Lategan, PhD, DTh (UFS)

and Postgraduate Studies
Director: Innovation and Technology Research Vacant
Professor: Academic and Professional Pedagogy Vacant
Director: International Office L Jackson, MA (UFS), BTh Hons (UWC)

TEACHING AND LEARNING

(Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and Learning)

Senior Director: Centre for Innovation NJ Malebo, PhD (UFS)

in Learning and Teaching
Deputy Director: Curriculum and Academic Staff MH Maimane, MA (UP)
Development
Deputy Director: e-Learning and Educational JJC Badenhorst, PhD (UFS)
Technology
Deputy Director: Student Academic Development Vacant
and Support
Deputy Director: Work-integrated Learning and HS Jacobs, DTech (CUT)
Skills Development

ACADEMIC PLANNING
(Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and Learning)

Senior Director: Institutional I Mokhele, M PBL (Aalborg),

Planning and Quality MAdmin (Sun Yat Sen)
Enhancement
Deputy Director: Management Information Systems AA Szubarga, PhD (UMCS)
Deputy Director: Quality Enhancement Vacant

LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES

(Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, Innovation and Engagement)

University Librarian K Eister, BBibl (UFH), HDE (Vista), BBibl

Hons (Unisa), MIS (UJ)
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FINANCE SECTION
(Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer)

Director: Financial Operations M Nemutshili, PA (SA-SAIPA), SMDP Cert

(Wits), Bcom Degree (Vista)
Director: Financial Reporting HW van der Berg, CA(SA)
Director: Fees and Financial Aid N Bogatsu, BTech (CUT)

CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

(Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Resources and Operations)

Chief Financial Officer D Ewertse, BCompt (UFS), BCompt (Hons),

PGDip Auditing (Unisa)

ESTATES AND INFRASTRUCTURE

(Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Resources and Operations)

Director: Estates and Infrastructure WR Pengilly, Dip (RAU), MBA (UJ)

Acting Deputy Director: Estates and Infrastructure WR Britz, BTech (CUT), BTech, ND (NMU)

INFORMATION & COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY (ICT) AND COMPUTER SERVICES

(Reporting to the Director: Estates and Infrastructure)

Director: ICT and Computer Services ME Matube, BSc (NUL)

Deputy Director: Web Support Services LP Pillay, BSc (Unisa)
Deputy Director: ICT Governance and Cyber J Nengomasha, MEng (Wits), HMOT
SecurityNetworks (UP), MBL (Unisa)
Deputy Director: ICT Infrastructure Services EL Matjelo, NDip,. B.Tech (CUT)
Deputy Director: IT and Information Systems GA Mothlaolwa, BCom Hons (Unisa)
Support

HUMAN RESOURCES
(Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Resources and Operations)

Senior Director: Human Resources Jacobs Razina, MBA (Milpark Business)

HUMAN RESOURCES SECTION

(Reporting to the Senior Director: Human Resources)

Deputy Director: HR Specialist Services M Letsoara, PGDip Org. Dev. (Pepperdine),

SABPP
Deputy Director: HR Operations H Kotzé, BCom Hons (UFS), Cert Management
Services (TUT), SABPP
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ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION
(Reporting to the Registrar)

Deputy Registrar Vacant

ACADEMIC ADMINISTRATION
(Reporting to the Deputy Registrar: Academic Administration)

Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations MM Mhlabathi, BA (UNISA), BA Hons (UNISA)

Assistant Registrar: Academic Structure MM Mawoyo, BCom Degree (UFS), Cert of
Theology (UFS), PGDP (MANCOSA)

Business Process Manager: Academic V Njokweni, BCom Hons (UFH), BTech (WSU),
Administration Dip (ECT)

GOVERNANCE
(Reporting to the Registrar)

Manager: Committee Services LME Venter, NCert (Kby Tech College)

Manager: Language Services L van Straaten, BA Hons (Unisa), MA HES (UFS)
Manager: IRC and Compliance Vacant
Records Manager/Archivist MF Ngcobo, BInf Hons (Unisa), PGDip (Unisa),
NDip (DUT)

STUDENT SERVICES
(Reporting to the Registrar)

Deputy Registrar Vacant

STUDENT SERVICES
(Reporting to the Deputy Registrar: Student Services)

Manager: Governance and Student Life LP Kokoana, MDP (UFS), BTech (CUT)
Manager: Residences ST Ngo, BA (UL), BTech, PGCE (CUT)
Manager: Wellness Centre Vacant
Manager: Operational Sport S Lekalakala, BA Hons (UWC)
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INTERNAL AUDITORS
(Reporting to the Audit, Risk and ICT Governance Committee of Council)

Internal auditors PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC)

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

President CH Chabana , Ndip, BTech (CUT)

STUDENTS’ REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL (SRC)

Bloemfontein campus

President M Ntonyane
Deputy President T Mojanaga

Welkom campus

President TS Caleni
Deputy President P Zangwa
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WELKOM CAMPUS

NON-LECTURING AND SUPPORT SERVICES STAFF

CAMPUS DIRECTOR
(Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Resources and Operations)

Campus Director S Makola, BA Hons (Vista), MA (Wits),

PhD (UFS)

DEPUTY CAMPUS DIRECTOR

(Reporting to the Campus Director)

Deputy Campus Director Vacant

COMMUNICATIONS AND
MARKETING

Assistant Director C Moreku, BA Hons (UCT), MA, LLB (Unisa),

PhD (CUT)

STUDENT COUNSELLING
(Reporting to the Campus Director)

Assistant Director HH Oberholzer, BA, HOD, PhD (UFS)

ACADEMIC SUPPORT
(Reporting to the Assistant Director: Student Counselling)

Co-ordinator L Hoare, BA (Wits), BA Hons (Vista), BPsych

(CUT), MA (UFS)

GOVERNANCE AND STUDENT LIFE

(Reporting to the Deputy Campus Director)
MM Henson-Teisi, BA Hons (Vista)
Student Development Officer B Tech Project (CUT)

SPORT MANAGER
(Reporting to the Deputy Campus Director)

Deputy Manager NS Smith, BEd (Vista), PDIM (RAU)

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ACADEMIC STRUCTURE AND STUDENT ENROLMENT
SERVICES

Assistant Enrolment Officer LC Lekutu, BSc (UFS), BTech, PGCE

ASSESSMENT AND GRADUATIONS

(Reporting to the Deputy Campus Director)

Assistant Assessment Officer K Motloheloa, BTech (CUT)

STUDENT ACCOUNTS, BURSARIES AND LOANS

(Reporting to the Deputy Campus Director)

Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans Officer ESD Taka, BComm (NWU)
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DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

CUT Central University of Technology, Free State

Qualification A degree, diploma or certificate offered by CUT.

Quarter Equivalent to half a semester. A full academic year comprises four quarters.

Term Equivalent to one semester, i.e. the first or the second half of the academic
year.

Academic year The portion of the calendar year approved by the CUT Council, on
recommendation of Senate, for academic activities of CUT.

Subject A field of study in which CUT offers tuition.

Study unit The academic sections into which a subject is divided for tuition purposes,
e.g. module, paper or research essay.

NQF National Qualifications Framework

Continuous assessment The mark for each study unit, composed of marks achieved in tests and other
mark means of assessment than the final assessment, calculated in accordance
with departmental policy.

Final assessment An approved unit of assessment that may occur at the end of a prescribed
(examination) study period.

Assessment (examination) The mark obtained in the final assessment (examination) of a study unit.
mark

Final mark The mark calculated according to a prescribed ratio of the continuous
assessment mark and the assessment (examination) mark.

Pass mark A mark of at least 50% (except if otherwise stipulated in the faculty rules),
provided that the subminimum requirements have been met.

Subminimum A specified minimum mark to be achieved in the final assessment

(examination) in order to pass a study unit. A student who does not obtain
the subminimum mark will fail the study unit, irrespective of the final mark.

Pipeline student A student who were registered fo r pha s ed-out qual i fi cat i o n
programme prior December 2019 , terms of the specified rules, must
complete certain modules to graduate for a specific degree, diploma or
certificate
Final-year student A student who can complete his/her qualification at the end of a particular
academic year.
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CHAPTER 1

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON DOCUMENTS, RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR

STUDENTS

2.5.1 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

“CUT” Central University of Technology, Free State

“IRC” Institutional Regulatory Code

2.5.2 PURPOSE OF REGULATIONS

The purpose of these regulations is to provide registered students at CUT with guidelines
regarding important informational and regulatory documents applicable to them, as well as
directions on where to obtain such documents.

All students must ensure that they are familiar with, and that they understand, the contents
of these regulations, as well as all other relevant documents mentioned herein, and must
ensure compliance with all student-related rules, policies, procedures, etc.

2.5.3 REGULATIONS

2.5.3.1 All students at CUT are subject to the University rules, policies, procedures and regulations
as promulgated by the CUT Council, or delegate of Council, or other competent authority,
in accordance with the Higher Education Act (Act 101 of 1997), hereinafter referred to as
“the Act”.

2.5.3.2 Every student must be familiar with the provisions of the Act, as well as all CUT
regulations, rules, policies and procedures, as amended from time to time.

2.5.3.3 No student may violate any provision of the Act, nor any CUT regulation, rule, policy or
procedure, as amended from time to time.

2.5.3.4 No student may violate the common law or any other law.

2.5.3.5 Rules, regulations, policies and procedures applicable to students are available from the
IRC and Compliance Unit, Room 107, ZR Mahabane Building, X3624, or the CUT
intranet.

2.5.4 RELATED DOCUMENTS

(a) IRC Governance Portal – Higher Education Act (Act No. 101 of 1997), as amended;
and

(b) CUT Promotion of Access to Information Manual

Enquiries regarding regulatory issues/documents (rules, policies, etc. related to students)

can be directed telephonically, in person or in writing (e.g. via e-mail) to the IRC and
Compliance Unit, X3624, Room 107, ZR Mahabane Building.
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2.5.5 COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The Registrar is the appointed Compliance Officer for these regulations, and is therefore
accountable for the contents and implementation thereof, as well as for monitoring
compliance therewith.

2.5.6 RESPONSIBLE OFFICER(S)

The Executive Manager in charge of Student Services is responsible for the implementation
of these regulations.
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CHAPTER 2

GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE RULES FOR STUDENTS

1. PURPOSE/SCOPE OF REGULATIONS

1.1 Purpose

The purpose of these regulations is to provide registered students at CUT with general
administrative responsibilities with which they must comply.

1.2 Scope

These regulations are applicable to all registered students at CUT, as well as all staff members
of Academic Administration, Student Services and faculties.

2. DIRECTIVES FOR IMPLEMENTING REGULATIONS

2.1 Responsibilities

(a) The Registrar, as the appointed Compliance Officer for these regulations, is accountable
for the quality and contents of these regulations, and for monitoring compliance
therewith.

(b) The Deputy Registrar: Academic Administration is responsible for the implementation
of these regulations, and must revise the contents thereof, as appropriate.

(c) Students must comply with these regulations.

(d) Staff members of Academic Administration, Student Services and faculties must
comply with these regulations.

2.2 Regulations

In addition to the general rules for students, which are available from the office of Institutional
Regulatory Code (IRC) and Compliance Unit (Room 107, ZR Mahabane Building; tel.: 051-
507 3045; e-mail address: [email protected]) and/or the CUT student website, every student
must comply with the following rules:

(a) The CUT Student Calendar 2021 contains all the official approved dates of all academic
activities throughout the year. These dates form part of the Calendar 2021.

(b) No student is allowed to enrol after 09 April 2021, in the case of year and first-semester
students, and/or after 27 August 2021, in the case of second-semester students.

(c) Postgraduate students must apply and register annually until the Assessment and
Graduations Unit confirms that a qualification has been achieved. Notwithstanding the
fact that students registering for the first time may register at any given time during the
year until 31 August, the registration is accepted as being effective as from January of
the year in question.
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Students registering for the remainder of the duration of postgraduate studies should
register during the normal period, as published in the CUT Academic Calendar.

(d) All students who took a gap year/s must indicate their intention to continue with their
studies by no later than 31 August each year. They must complete the prescribed
application form for continued studies, which is available from Academic Structure and
Student Enrolment Services, as well as online at http://www.cut.ac.za.

(e) The deadlines for subject additions, subject termination and course changes are as
follows:

(i) Year and first-semester subjects : 11 March to 09 April

(ii) Second-semester subjects : 27 August to 10 September

Students seeking to change to another learning programme or subject must submit the
prescribed form, completed in triplicate and signed by the relevant Head of Department
(HoD), to Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services without delay. (The third
copy is for the student’s records.)

The above concession is subject to consent by the relevant Executive Committee (Exco)
of the Faculty Board, on condition that this procedure takes place before the dates
mentioned above.

(f) Total suspension of studies will NOT be recorded on a student's study record later than
the under-mentioned dates:

(i) First-semester students : 09 April

(ii) Second-semester students : 30 September
(iii) Year students : 30 September

(g) When suspending studies, the prescribed form, signed by the relevant HoD, must be
submitted to Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services. In the case of a
change of residence or the suspension of accommodation in a residence, the prescribed
form must be signed by the respective supervisory staff member prior to the submission
thereof to Residence Life.

Under no circumstances will any discount/refund of fees be granted if the prescribed

form is submitted after the dates mentioned above.

(h) During course verification week, which takes place between the dates mentioned below,
all students must verify that they have been correctly enrolled:

Year students 11 March to 09 April

First-semester students 11 March to 09 April
Second-semester students 26 July to 27 August

CUT accepts no responsibility for any incorrect enrolments after course verification
week.

(i) Senate may demand a satisfactory study record and certificate of conduct before
admitting a student from another university or university of technology.
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(j) An applicant who suffers and/or has previously suffered from a contagious disease, or
who has been exposed to such a disease, must present a certificate to the Assistant
Registrar: Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services prior to enrolment in
his/her learning programme, declaring that he/she may attend CUT without risk to
others.

(k) An applicant who is not a South African citizen must have the following documents in
his/her possession before he/she will be allowed to enrol at CUT:

• certified copy of valid passport;

• certified copy of valid study visa, issued for the Central University of Technology,
Free State;
• certified copy (proof) of medical cover with a medical scheme registered in South
Africa in terms of the Medical Schemes Act (Act No. 131 of 1009). Cover must
remain valid for the duration of the calendar year. CUT recommends the following
medical aids: Momentum Health and Comp Care. Only medical aids recognised in
South Africa will be accepted; and
• MIE Personal Credential Disclosure form.

Please make sure you pay your registration fee at least five days prior to registration.

(l) When applying for admission, every applicant, as well as his/her parent/guardian (if the
applicant is a minor), must read and accept online application rules and regulations as a
declaration, indemnifying CUT from any claims that may arise, as defined in the official
rules for students. An applicant will only be admitted to CUT once the above-mentioned
declaration has been correctly completed and signed by both the applicant and his/her
parent/guardian (if necessary).

(m) All students must visibly display and/or be able to show their student cards to a
Protection Services Officer for identification purposes, and/or to the invigilator when
writing an assessment, and/or where access control is enforced (e.g. at Library and
Information Services (LIS)).

(n) Every student must comply with the disciplinary rules of CUT.

(o) The primary means of communication with students is by mail, e-mail and short
message service (SMS).
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CHAPTER 3

REGULATIONS ON HOW THE BILL OF RIGHTS IS TO BE IMPLEMENTED WITHIN

CUT

2.1.1. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

“Academic staff” All academic personnel and researchers of CUT

“Bill of Rights” The Bill of Rights contained in Chapter 2 of the Constitution

“CUT” Central University of Technology, Free State

“Law” The common law and any applicable Constitution, statute, by-
law, proclamation, regulation, rule, notice, treaty, directive, code
of practice, judgement or order having force of law in South
Africa, and any interpretation of any of them by any court or
responsible authority.

“SRC” Students' Representative Council

“The Constitution” Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Act 108 of 1996

2.1.2. PREAMBLE

2.1.2.1. CUT’s commitment to the maintenance of the human dignity of individuals and groups of
individuals is central to this document. CUT is committed to a university free of
discrimination and harassment, and is dedicated to the highest standard of human equality
and academic freedom. CUT actively endorses these standards at every level of the CUT
community and in all aspects of student, faculty and staff life while individuals or groups
are acting in a capacity defined by their relationship with CUT. In addition to promoting
these values, persons with supervisory responsibilities, as defined in Section 2.1.4.4, are
expected to address and attempt to resolve human rights issues, whenever possible, through
informal discussion or by mediation.

2.1.2.2. No provision in this document denies or limits a person’s right to access other avenues of
redress available under the law.

2.1.2.3. In light of the above, CUT:

2.1.2.3.1. endorses the fundamental rights and values contained in the Bill of Rights;

2.1.2.3.2. recognises that these fundamental values and rights must be respected and upheld in the
CUT community; and

2.1.2.3.3. recognises that these fundamental rights and values should not be viewed in isolation, but
must be applied as an integral part of all CUT’s practices and policies.
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2.1.3. OBJECTIVES

2.1.3.1. Objectives of implementing the Bill of Rights within CUT:

2.1.3.1.1. To promote the observance of human rights;

2.1.3.1.2. To promote a culture of human rights;

2.1.3.1.3. To promote respect for and the protection of human rights;

2.1.3.1.4. To develop an awareness of human rights among the CUT community and its external
environment;

2.1.3.1.5. To monitor and assess the compliance of human rights in the CUT community;

2.1.3.1.6. To make recommendations to the CUT Council on the promotion of human rights within
the framework of the law and the Constitution;

2.1.3.1.7. To investigate any alleged violation of human rights within the CUT community, and to
assist any person adversely affected thereby to secure redress; and

2.1.3.1.8. To carry out (non-academic) educational programmes on human rights in the CUT
community.

2.1.4. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1.4.1. All members of the CUT community have the responsibility not to engage in activities that
constitute a breach of the Constitution.

2.1.4.2. CUT has a duty to maintain an environment free of discrimination and harassment for all
persons served by it, and to be vigilant against violations of this document and the
Constitution.

2.1.4.3. CUT has an obligation to make reasonable accommodation, where appropriate, on

regulations covered in this document.

2.1.4.4. Apart from the general expectations from all members of the CUT community, CUT
Administrators, Deans, Chairpersons, Directors and Supervisors (hereinafter referred to as
“a person(s) with supervisory responsibilities”) are in positions of trust, power and authority,
and have a particular duty to take steps to prevent discrimination and harassment on the
grounds covered by this document and to support the implementation of these regulations.
A person with supervisory responsibilities is also encouraged to support, where established,
special programmes designated to eliminate disadvantage caused by discrimination.

2.1.5. ACADEMIC FREEDOM AND HUMAN RIGHTS

2.1.5.1. In terms of CUT’s Leadership Charter, a primary core value of CUT is academic freedom,
which is enshrined in the Bill of Rights. This core value must be buttressed by institutional
autonomy, but within an environment where public accountability is regarded as a virtue.
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2.1.5.2. The practice of academic freedom is therefore supported by CUT’s Leadership Charter, and
regulated in terms of this policy, which pronounces CUT’s vision to promote academic
freedom in such a way that CUT would be able to determine who will teach, who will be
taught, what will be taught and how it will be taught, subject thereto that such objectives
be pursued in accordance with all applicable law.

2.1.5.3. CUT believes that the ability to investigate, to speculate, to comment and to criticise
without deference to a specific authority is a precious freedom that must be protected and
nurtured at all times.

2.1.5.4. CUT is committed to maintain its place as a university of excellence and to nurture its
environment of creative and original research, and it is crucial that academic and
intellectual independence be robust and secure.

2.1.5.5. CUT acknowledges that situations may arise in which there is a perceived conflict between
academic freedom and human rights. A violation of either freedom is of grave concern to
CUT. CUT will, through this policy, endeavour all possible avenues to establish a balance
in the interplay between human rights protection and the practice of academic freedom.

2.1.6. GENERAL RIGHTS OF CUT STAFF MEMBERS

2.1.6.1. CUT is committed to providing a work environment in which every employee is treated
fairly, is respected, and has the opportunity to contribute to CUT’s success and to realise
their full potential as individuals.

2.1.6.2. In order to protect the inherent dignity of its employees, CUT subscribes to the following
principles:

2.1.6.2.1. Human rights

2.1.6.2.1.1. Employees have the right to have their dignity respected and protected.

2.1.6.2.1.2. Working conditions and practices will not infringe on the inherent dignity of employees.

2.1.6.2.1.3. Physical, sexual, racial, religious, psychological, verbal or any other form of

harassment,
threat or abuse, whether manifested in behaviour, language or gesture, is strongly
condemned and will not be tolerated.

2.1.6.2.1.4. Corporal punishment, mental or physical coercion or verbal abuse will not be tolerated,
encouraged or supported.

2.1.6.2.1.5. Employees have the right of freedom of association as it relates to cultural, religious or
linguistic communities of their choice.

2.1.6.2.1.6. Employees have the right to make political choices, and to exercise these rights outside of
working hours.

2.1.6.2.2. Freedom of association

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Employees will be free to form associations for the protection of their interests and to
bargain collectively, but will not be compelled to do so.

2.1.6.2.3. Forced labour

2.1.6.2.3.1. Employees will not be subjected to any forced labour.

2.1.6.2.3.2. Overtime will be voluntary and restricted to the permitted levels, as set out in the Basic
Conditions of Employment Act, Act 75 of 1997.

2.1.6.2.3.3. Employees have the right to freedom of movement, and accordingly their movements will
not be unreasonable or unnecessarily restricted.

2.1.6.2.3.4. Where accommodation is provided for employees, they will have reasonable freedom of
movement within the accommodation facilities, including access and egress as they wish.

2.1.7. THE RIGHTS OF ACADEMIC AND RESEARCH STAFF

2.1.7.1. General

2.1.7.1.1. Academic staff members have the right to academic freedom when teaching and conducting
research. Within the framework of CUT's policies and the regulations of departments and
faculties, academic staff is free to choose the subject of their studies and to seek support for
their research from any appropriate source.

2.1.7.1.2. Academic staff members further have the right to information required for their teaching
and research, in so far as there is no legal or moral limitation on furnishing such information.
They are free to develop their own theories and to arrive at their own conclusions. They
have the right to disseminate the results of their research, without supervision or alterations
by external funders, unless this has been stipulated in advance by a signed contract.

2.1.7.1.3. CUT has the responsibility to create an environment that promotes research and fosters a
good academic environment. Therefore, the Management of CUT has to create an
environment in which academic freedom and research can flourish by, amongst other things,
visionary policy, innovative programmes, sound support services, appropriate incentives,
effective financial management and the mobilisation of funding.

2.1.7.1.4. CUT has the responsibility, in so far as it is feasible, to make facilities, equipment and
services available to academic staff for use in research and tuition, with a view to the
creation of an environment that is conducive to quality research and tuition.

2.1.7.1.5. Where CUT does not have sufficient resources to give effect to this right, it should
endeavour to obtain resources from other sources, and to allocate such resources to academic
staff, based on fairness and on the academic, educational and ethical merits of the research
and tuition.

2.1.7.1.6. Academic staff members have a responsibility to familiarise themselves and comply with
the Bill of Rights, especially those rights that have a direct bearing on teaching and research.
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2.1.7.2. Teaching and learning

2.1.7.2.1. Academic staff, in the classroom and in conferences, should encourage free discussion,
inquiry and expression. The performance of students is to be evaluated solely on academic
grounds, and not on the basis of opinions or conduct in matters unrelated to academic
standards.

2.1.7.2.2. Academic staff members have the right to:

2.1.7.2.2.1. Base diagnosis, planning, methodology and evaluation on professional knowledge and
skills, and have the responsibility to constantly review their own level of competence and
effectiveness, and to seek necessary improvements as part of a continuing process of
professional development;

2.1.7.2.2.2. A voice in all decisions of a professional nature that affect them, and have the responsibility
to seek the most effective means of consultation and collaboration with their professional
colleagues;

2.1.7.2.2.3. Fair and reasonable evaluation of professional performance, and have a responsibility to
give sincere consideration to any suggestions for improvement;

2.1.7.2.2.4. A reasonable allotment of resources, materials and services of support services staff, and
have the responsibility to use them in an efficient manner;

2.1.7.2.2.5. Expect standards of student behaviour necessary for maintaining an optimal learning
environment, and have the responsibility to use reasonable methods to achieve such standards;

2.1.7.2.2.6. Institute appropriate disciplinary action against students who do not conform to CUT’s
rules and regulations;

2.1.7.2.2.7. Teach in a safe, secure and orderly environment that is conducive to learning and free from
recognised dangers or hazards; and

2.1.7.2.2.8. Be treated with civility and respect by students.

2.1.7.2.3. Academic staff members are in charge of the orderly conduct in the classroom, and have
the right to exclude a student or a visitor who does not comply with a reasonable request in
this regard.

2.1.8. STUDENT RIGHTS

2.1.8.1. CUT students have the right to:

2.1.8.1.1. A university experience and environment that is safe and secure, conducive to learning and
free from discrimination, assault, harassment, intimidation, threats, bullying, coercion,
initiation or any other inappropriate behaviour;

2.1.8.1.2. Enjoy within CUT freedom of opinion, expression, belief and political association, to the
extent that these freedoms do not interfere with the rights of others or violate other CUT
policies and procedures;
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2.1.8.1.3. Belong to any lawful association(s) of his or her choice, and will not be subject to any
prejudicial action by any member of the CUT community for so belonging;

2.1.8.1.4. Assemble and participate in orderly and peaceful demonstrations within the scope of CUT
regulations;

2.1.8.1.5. Appropriate access to facilities, resources and materials that will support student
engagement and learning;

2.1.8.1.6. Quality education;

2.1.8.1.7. Student representation;

2.1.8.1.8. Guidance, instruction and support from well-informed CUT staff;

2.1.8.1.9. Be recognised as individual members of the CUT community, with all associated rights of
access to CUT’s services and facilities;

2.1.8.1.10. Be treated fairly and ethically, with respect and dignity;

2.1.8.1.11. Study in an environment committed to the principles of equity and equality of opportunity
and the recognition of diversity;

2.1.8.1.12. Have access to education, services and representation regardless of gender or gender
history, sexual orientation, race, political conviction, religious conviction, disability, age,
language, ethnicity and socio-economic status;

2.1.8.1.13. Equal treatment by CUT;

2.1.8.1.14. Be free from sexual solicitation or advance made by a person in a position to offer or deny
the student an academic advantage or any opportunity pertaining to the status of the student,
where this person knows or ought reasonably to know that this solicitation is unwelcome;

2.1.8.1.15. Safe and suitable conditions of learning and study; and

2.1.8.1.16. Evaluation of their performance in a programme that is fair and reasonable, and that will
reflect the content of the programme.

2.1.8.2. Interpretation of this document

The interpretation of this document must conform to the relevant sections in the Bill of
Rights, read in conjunction with Section 39 of the Constitution.

2.1.9. PROCEDURE FOR IMPLEMENTING THE REGULATIONS

The Deputy Registrar: Student Services is responsible for the implementation and
revision of these regulations.
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2.1.10. RELATED DOCUMENTS

Leadership Charter;
Code of Conduct for Students; General Rules for Students; Student Disciplinary Rules;
and
Grievance resolution procedures for student-related grievances.

2.1.11. COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The Registrar is the Compliance Officer.

2.1.12. RESPONSIBLE OFFICER(S)

The Executive Managers in charge of the respective divisions at CUT are responsible for
the implementation of these regulations, whilst the Registrar is responsible for the revision
and monitoring of these regulations on a regular basis.
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CHAPTER 4

GENERAL RULES FOR STUDENTS

1. PURPOSE OF REGULATIONS

1.1 The purpose of these rules is to regulate the conduct of students at the Central University
of Technology, Free State (CUT).

1.2 These rules are applicable to all students, who should ensure that they understand the
content thereof and abide by it.

2. REGULATIONS/ RULES

2.1 Legal Enforceability of Rules

2.1.1 The general rules for students have been promulgated by means of a resolution of the CUT
Council, in terms of the Higher Education Act.

2.1.2 Except where explicitly stated in the rules of a faculty, or by necessary implication, the
general rules are applicable to all faculties of the CUT.

2.1.3 The Council may arrange with other institutions to offer qualifications and/or the tuition
leading to qualifications. Any rule that is a requirement of such an agreement is specified
in the rules of the faculty or faculties concerned.

2.1.4 The Students' Representative Council (SRC) is the highest authoritative body of students at
the CUT, and negotiations are entered into by the SRC on behalf of the CUT students. Any
agreement or consultation between the CUT Council and the SRC is binding on all
registered students.

2.1.5 In any rule, terms that refer to the masculine gender also apply to the feminine gender.

2.2 Exemption

2.2.1 The CUT undertakes to render the outputs of teaching, research and community service, in
accordance with the statutory obligations of the CUT and in terms of the procedures that it
deems necessary in every case, should a registered student undertake studies or research at
the CUT in accordance with the institutional rules of the CUT.

2.2.2 The student is expected to be familiar with the rules and institutional procedures of the
CUT, which are available at the office of the Registrar and which include the respective
faculty regulations applicable to the student's field of study.

2.2.3 The student must be familiar with the course for which he is to register in each relevant
academic year, as specified in the faculty regulations. Any uncertainties must be clarified
with the executive dean of the faculty concerned, in writing and prior to registration.

2.2.4 The CUT reserves the right not to bestow a degree, diploma or other award upon a student,
in the event that such student fails to meet the academic standards set by the CUT.
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2.2.5 The CUT reserves the right to determine the method of instruction and/or research, to
appoint a lecturer for a specific subject/course, and also to determine contact hours and the
instructional planning for the year or semester, as it deems fit.

2.2.7 The CUT accepts no responsibility for any sporting injuries. Participants take part in
sporting activities at their own risk and all participants are liable for any or all injuries
arising from such participation.

2.2.8 Upon registration the student grants the CUT the right to publish and use for marketing
purposes any photographs of the student taken by the CUT, whether in an individual
capacity or as a member of a group.

2.2.9 Upon registration as a student at the CUT, the student, as well as his parent/guardian, signs
a statement that is considered part of the CUT’s contract with the student and his
parent/guardian, the contents of which constitute part of these rules.

2.2.10 In terms hereof, the student declares the following:

(1) That he is familiar with the contents of all rules, regulations, policies and procedures
of the CUT;

(2) That for the duration of his studies at the CUT, he is committed to complying with
all rules and regulations as determined by the CUT Council, or delegate, or any
other authorised body or person, as well as any additional rules and regulations that
the CUT Council or any authorised body or person may promulgate from time to
time; and these rules and regulations form part of the student’s agreement with the
CUT;

(3) That he is completing and signing the agreement and the registration form with the
knowledge and permission of his parent/guardian;

(4) That all details furnished to the CUT are true and correct, failing which the student’s
registration will be cancelled with immediate and automatic effect;

(5) That the agreement resulting from the signing of the application, notwithstanding
the place of signing, is regarded as coming into effect in Bloemfontein;

(6) That he will immediately inform the Assistant Registrar: Academic Structure and
Student Enrolment Services in writing of any change of address;

(7) That he renounces any possible action against the CUT and indemnifies the CUT
from any possible claim that might result from the following:

(7.1) Any loss of or damage to property, movable or immovable, including

any consequential damage resulting directly from damage caused to such
property;

(7.2) Any injury, illness or death;

(7.3) Any occurrence, incident or accident;

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(7.4) Any legal costs or reasonable expenses with regard to claims or court cases
that might result from any such incident mentioned above; and

(7.5) Any costs for medical treatment.

Where such loss, damage, illness, injury, death, occurrence or incident results from the
student’s visit to and/or instruction and/or stay at the CUT, and/or any accompanying
tour/outing/excursion/visit/experiential training or transport that may occur during the
student’s period of study at the CUT and which could not reasonably have been prevented
by the CUT.

2.2.11 The student accepts that he participates in the activities mentioned in paragraph 2.3.3.2 (i)
at his own risk, and he voluntarily accepts the risk associated therewith.

2.2.12 The student accepts liability for the prompt payment of all fees due with regard to his study,
tuition, residence and any other fees that may be levied by the CUT, resulting from the
student’s studies at the CUT.

2.2.13 The student accepts that no accommodation in a CUT residence shall be permitted before
the minimum fees have been paid.

2.2.14 The student accepts that no classes of the CUT may be attended before all minimum fees
have been paid.

2.2.15 The student accepts liability for the payment of all legal costs of the CUT, including
attorney and client costs, as well as recovery costs, should he fail to comply with any
obligations with regard to payments.

2.2.16 The student is aware that his enrolment is only valid if it complies with the regulations of
the programme concerned, notwithstanding acceptance of the application by the CUT.

2.2.17 During enrolment, the student furthermore declares that he is familiar with the contents of
the CUT Calendar and all other CUT rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and that
he will comply with all CUT rules, regulations, policies and procedures; on condition that
the formulation, amendment and suspension of such rules, regulations, policies and
procedures are prerogatives of the CUT.

2.2.18 The student furthermore declares that he has completed the prescribed application form of
the CUT in full and has handed it in, and that he understands that failure to do so will result
in the cancellation of his registration with immediate and automatic effect; provided further
that a student may only register if he is a South African citizen or in possession of a valid
study permit, and that failure to have such a permit in his possession will result in the
cancellation of his registration with immediate and automatic effect.

2.3 Registration

2.3.1 A student must be registered for the relevant learning programme for the full duration of
his studies, including experiential learning periods.

2.3.2 A person who applies for permission to register for the first time must apply on the “online
application on CUT website www.cut.c.za”, which is used from time to time.
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2.3.3 A student who applies for the continuation of his studies must apply on the “ online
application on CUT website www.cut.c.za ”, which is used from time to time.

2.3.4 Notwithstanding the stipulations of subparagraphs 2.3.3.3 (a) and (b), the CUT is entitled
to enrol in a learning programme any person who has completed and signed the enrolment
form and any other documents required by the Senate and which are used from time to time,
in which case the application forms mentioned in subparagraphs 2.3.3.3 (a) and (b) are not
required; provided that any admission to the CUT is subject to the admission policy of the
CUT Council, as well as any admission procedures and regulations as formulated by the
Senate.

2.3.5 Notwithstanding the stipulations of subparagraph 2.3.3.3 (d), a student must apply annually
in the case of year programmes, or each semester in the case of semester programmes, for
permission to register, and the student will then enrol upon acceptance as a student.

2.3.6 No person may participate in any activity of the CUT, and/or receive tuition from the CUT
unless such person is enrolled as a student at the CUT.

2.3.7 No person who attends classes and/or participates in a CUT activity, but is not registered
as a student, may lay claim to Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services t Unit

2.3.8 Certified copies of the minimum admission qualification, and of those pages of the identity
document/card on which the photograph and identity number appear, must accompany all
first- time registrations.

2.3.9 It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that he complies with the conditions and
standards for admission to the CUT as determined by section 37 of the Higher Education
Act, as well as the admission policy of the Central University of Technology, Free State
Council and the Senate regulations and procedures governing admission.

2.3.10 Under no circumstances is the CUT compelled to permit any student who has been accepted
on the basis of a bona fide incorrectly issued certificate or statement of results, to continue
his studies. Credits acquired by a student admitted on the basis of a bona fide incorrectly
issued certificate or statement of results shall be declared null and void.

2.3.11 A student who has been mistakenly admitted to the CUT is not entitled to any refund or
remission of tuition fees, residence fees or any other fees that have already been paid or
which are still due, but such student may request a refund or a remission in writing from
the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC): Resources and Operations.

2.3.12 In order to qualify for enrolment, an applicant must apply for permission to register before
or on the prescribed date for a specific academic year or semester.

2.3.13 Students must enrol for a specific academic year or semester before or on the prescribed
enrolment date. The amounts payable and the deadlines for enrolment are determined
annually by the CUT and are communicated to students and prospective students.

2.3.14 The Senate has stipulated dates after which no student will be allowed to change his
learning programme.
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2.3.15 Registration for year programmes is valid for one (1) calendar year only, and lapses at the
end of that year. Registration for a semester programme is valid for one (1) semester only,
and lapses at the end of that semester. Students will under no circumstances be registered
for shorter periods of time.

2.3.16 No student shall be permitted to register for more than one (1) certificate and/or diploma
and/or degree simultaneously, unless with the special consent of the Senate.

2.3.17 No registered student may be simultaneously registered at any other university or university
of technology, unless with the special consent of the Senate.

2.3.18 No student shall be registered for a subject unless he has passed the preceding level of that
particular subject. The following is applicable to a student failing one or more subjects:
When the student next enrols, he must first enrol for the failed subjects before enrolling for
additional subjects, taking into account all prerequisites of these subjects. The scheduling
of lectures in the additional subjects may not conflict with that of lectures in the failed
subjects.

2.3.19 A candidate's previous course mark expires when he reregisters for a subject.

2.3.20 Students who are registered for full-time day classes may be compelled to attend evening
classes.

2.3.21 As the learning programmes of the CUT are career oriented, they are regularly adapted to
meet the demands of commerce, industry and community. Consequently, the nature,
content and duration of learning programmes may be amended without prior notice.

2.3.22 The student is expected to be familiar with the nature and content of the learning
programme he intends studying; with the proviso that any conscientious objections to the
content of the course must be clarified with the CUT prior to registration, and provided
further that a person is deemed to have no conscientious objections to the nature and content
of a learning programme if he registers for such a learning programme.

2.3.23 A learning programme will not be offered if the specified minimum number of students has
not enrolled for that programme.

2.3.24 The CUT reserves the right not to offer all optional subjects for a specific national learning
programme.

2.3.25 No suspension of subjects will be indicated on a student's study record after the
predetermined deadlines.

2.4 Changes to the agreement with the CUT

2.4.1 Any change made by the student to the agreement with the CUT is valid only if it appears
in writing and is approved by the competent authority at the CUT, in accordance with the
institutional procedures of the CUT.

2.4.2 When a change in learning programme or subject is made, the student must immediately
supply the Student Administration Services with the prescribed form (available from the
university website: www.cut.ac.za / academic-structure-enrolment-services Assistant
Registrar: Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services), completed in duplicate
and signed by the head of the relevant department, before the predetermined deadline.
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2.4.3 Upon suspension of studies, the prescribed form (available from the university website:
www.cut.ac.za/academic-structure-enrolment-services Assistant Registrar: Academic
Structure and Student Enrolment Services), signed by the head of the department
concerned, must be emailed to [email protected] . In the case of a change of residence or the
cancellation of board and lodging, the prescribed form, signed by the supervisory staff
member of the particular residence, must be delivered to the Student Administration
Section. If the form is not submitted by the deadline, no discount/refund of fees will be
allowed.

2.5 General campus rules regulating the conduct of students

2.5.1 No student may violate any provision of the Higher Education Act, Act 101 of 1997 (as
amended) or a CUT regulation, rule, policy or procedure.

2.5.2 A student may not violate the common law. Examples hereof include theft, fraud, assault,
rape, etc.

2.5.3 Permission must be sought from the Registrar for a tour undertaken by students in the name
of the CUT.

2.5.4 The CUT accepts no liability for any loss or theft of, or damage to property arising from a
student’s attendance at the CUT.

2.5.5 The vehicle, belongings and person of any student on CUT premises may be searched by a
member of the Protection Services Department.

2.5.6 A student must display his CUT student identity card when writing assessments, and must
produce it when instructed to do so by a member of staff.

2.5.7 Initiation is prohibited at the CUT.

2.5.8 No student will be admitted to a CUT residence unless that particular student has registered
and paid the minimum residence fees. Under no circumstances will a student be allowed to
occupy a residence prior to the date of enrolment without official permission. Overnight
accommodation for students who have not enrolled may only be granted in terms of the
policy on students who arrive at the residences prior to the date of enrolment.

2.5.9 The CUT may require a study record and certificate of good conduct before admitting a
student to the institution.

2.5.10 A student shall at all times and places behave with due decorum and propriety, and in a
manner becoming a student of the CUT.

2.5.11 A student shall obey legitimate instructions given by a member of the academic or
administrative staff.

2.5.12 Any enrolled student who plays sport must play as a member of a CUT club. Students who
participate in sports not offered by the CUT must apply in writing to the Head: Operational
Sport for permission to practise their sport elsewhere.

2.5.13 No student will be allowed to have a cellular phone switched on in class.

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2.5.14 The copyright on a thesis/treatise/dissertation or essay of a CUT student is vested in the

CUT. An arrangement can be made for the transfer thereof to the author(s), if thus approved
by the CUT Council.

2.5.15 The reproduction of copyrighted works on the CUT campus may only proceed in
accordance with the Copyright Act, as well as the copyright policy of the CUT.

2.5.16 The CUT policy on patents and inventions is applicable to all enrolled students.

2.5.17 A student shall not damage CUT property by a wilful or negligent act.

2.5.18 A student shall not reproduce or distribute copies of CUT lecture notes without the written
consent of the staff member concerned.

2.5.19 A student shall not behave in a way that is or could be detrimental to the good name of the
CUT, the maintenance of order and discipline at the CUT, or the proper performance of the
work of the CUT.

2.5.20 A student may not persistently fail to attend lectures, fail to complete assignments, fail to
write class tests or in any other way fail to fulfil the obligations related to his studies.

2.5.21 A student may not refuse to submit to the authority or any legitimate decision of the Council,
the Senate or any other authoritative body of the CUT, or of a lecturer or any other CUT
official.

2.5.22 A student may not encourage a fellow student to commit an offence, or neglect to
discourage a fellow student from misconduct, when such discouragement could reasonably
be expected of that student.

2.5.23 A student may not behave in an unbecoming, improper or disgraceful way on the CUT
campus or elsewhere.

2.5.24 A student may not bring the CUT or any part of it, or a member of its staff or a student, or
any part of its student body, into contempt or disrepute.

2.5.25 A student may not interfere with the governance and proper administration of the CUT.

2.5.26 A student may not interfere with the conditions necessary for teaching, learning and
research.

2.5.27 A student may not take into the assessment or test venue, or have in his possession whilst
in the room, any books, memoranda or notes, or any paper whatsoever, except such answer-
books or other books or papers as have been supplied by the examination officer on duty.

2.5.28 A student may not aid or attempt to aid another candidate, or obtain or attempt to seek aid
from another candidate, or communicate or attempt to communicate in any way with
another candidate during an assessment or test. No student may be guilty of irregularities
during, or with regard to, the writing of a test or assessment.

2.5.29 A student may not hand in any written assignment for assessment where the essential parts
of the assignment have been taken from the work of another person without giving full
credit to that person.
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2.5.30 A student may not forge any certificate or diploma or degree of the CUT, or submit any
forged document to the CUT, or make a false statement to the CUT.

2.5.31 A student may not use violence against a person or threaten any person on any premises of
the CUT or on premises controlled by the CUT, or during participation in any CUT activity.

2.5.32 A student who has been suffering from an infectious disease or who has been exposed to
such a disease shall furnish the Assistant Registrar: Academic Structure and Student
Enrolment Services with a medical certificate to the effect that he may resume attendance
at the CUT without the risk of infection to others.

2.5.33 A student may not refuse to obey an order of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal or his
representative.

2.5.34 A student may not fail to attend an investigation in the capacity of a witness, or purposefully
submit false evidence during or in connection with such an investigation.

2.5.35 A student may not intimidate a person who is a witness or a potential witness during an
investigation or a disciplinary hearing.

2.5.36 A student may not participate in an unauthorised action that could disrupt the academic or
administrative work of the CUT.

2.5.37 A student may not participate in any action that will prevent any official or member of the
CUT staff from performing his duties.

2.5.38 A student may not deliberately damage, deface or remove any property of the CUT.

2.5.39 A student may not use any CUT property without written authorisation, and may not misuse
any property of the CUT.

2.5.40 A student may not take possession of, make use of or be present on any property of which
the CUT is the rightful owner or tenant, after having been instructed by a member of the
academic or administrative staff to refrain from such an act.

2.5.41 A student may not, in accordance with policy, possess, consume or sell liquor on CUT
premises without written authorisation (given by means of the prescribed form) from the
Deputy Director: Protection Services.

2.5.42 Students are at all times forbidden to smoke in areas that have been identified as smoke-
free areas in terms of the relevant policy.

2.5.43 A student may not refuse to state his name, surname and/or address when instructed to do
so by a CUT official.

2.5.44 A student must be familiar with and adhere to the prescribed rules as published from time
to time by the CUT Library and Information Centre, CUT residences, the SRC and the
Principal Sports Committee.

2.5.45 A student must be familiar with and adhere to the rules pertaining to assessment, as well as
the CUT rules pertaining to specific learning programmes.
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2.5.46 No student may enter into a contract on behalf of the CUT.

2.5.47 In cases where a student has failed to achieve a course mark, he must, if applicable, vacate
his CUT residence within 24 hours of notification thereof or the posting of the course marks
on the notice-boards.

2.5.48 A student may not possess stolen property on CUT premises.

2.5.49 A student may not distribute obscene material on CUT premises.

2.5.50 A student may not behave in an abusive, drunk, violent or excessively noisy manner on
CUT premises.

2.5.51 A student may not pass a worthless cheque or money order to the CUT or to a staff member
of the CUT acting in an official capacity.

2.5.52 No student may be guilty of irregularities during, or with regard to, the writing of a test or
assessment.

2.5.53 All rules pertaining to students shall apply to, and the term “student” in such rules shall
include, any person who was a student at the time of his alleged misconduct, and any person
who became a registered student after having allegedly committed a breach of discipline or
good order, as well as a person who has consented in writing to be subject to the rules and
regulations of the CUT.

2.5.54 The registration period of a student extends from the date of enrolment up until the last date
on which students may enrol for the subsequent study period. This applies if the student’s
registration is not cancelled or suspended at an earlier date. In the case of a person who is
a final-year student, the period of registration extends from the date of registration in the
final year up until the date of publication of the student’s results for that year, unless the
registration is cancelled or suspended at an earlier date.

2.5.55 Failure on the part of the student concerned to attend or remain present during the
proceedings of any disciplinary investigation shall not halt such proceedings, and a hearing
may be held in the student’s absence.

2.5.56 A student may not damage, misuse or in any way abuse fire-fighting equipment or
emergency exits.

2.6 Possession of weapons on CUT premises

2.6.1 The carrying of weapons on CUT property, other than by members of the Protection
Services Department, is prohibited, as it carries a safety risk for the CUT community.

2.6.2 A weapon is defined as a firearm or a dangerous object.

A firearm is defined as any gun, machine-gun, revolver, gas-gun, airgun, toy gun, alarm
pistol or the barrel of a gun.

2.6.3 A dangerous object is defined as a weapon or device that can be used to attack, defend
oneself or cause an injury.
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2.6.4 Weapons are only allowed on CUT premises in exceptional circumstances, and only if prior
written permission has been obtained from the Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

2.6.5 All firearms of students residing in CUT residences must be handed in to the supervisory
staff member of the relevant residence for safekeeping in a CUT safe for the duration of
such students' accommodation.

2.6.6 The supervisory staff member is responsible for the storage and control of firearms stored
in such a CUT safe.

2.6.7 Upon receipt of a firearm, the supervisory staff member must:

i. Complete and sign the incident book and the weapons register;

ii. Attach a tag to the weapon, on which the following information appears:

(1) The name of the student carrying the weapon;

(2) The name of the owner of the weapon;
(3) The incident book number;
(4) The weapons register number;

iii. Issue an official receipt to the student.

2.6.8 Before returning a firearm, the supervisory staff member must insist that the student
produces proper identification and the weapon licence.

2.6.9 Firearms of students not residing in a residence must be handed in by the individual(s)
concerned to the officer on duty in the radio control room, who will see to the placement
thereof in a CUT safe and who will be responsible for the storage and control of such firearm.
The stipulations mentioned in paragraph 3.6 (h) are valid where applicable.

2.6.10 Any irregularities regarding the storage of firearms must be brought to the attention of the
Deputy Director: Protection Services.

2.6.11 The CUT reserves the right to refuse any person access to the campus, or to remove any
person from the campus, should such a person be in possession of a weapon. A student shall
not bring a firearm (including air-rifle or airgun) or dangerous weapon/object onto CUT
property without the permission of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

2.7 Tuition and boarding fees

2.7.1 The Planning, Finance and Resource Committee (PFRC) of the CUT determines the tuition
and boarding fees on the basis of and within the time periods concerned.

2.7.2 Residence fees as published may be increased at any stage, if necessitated by

circumstances.

2.7.3 The application fee and boarding deposit (where applicable and only refundable if the
applicant is not accepted as a student or fails to be awarded a place in a residence) must
accompany the application for admission.
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2.7.4 Students are responsible for the prompt settlement of their financial obligations towards the
CUT. These obligations may include:

(i) Residence fees

(ii) Tuition fees
(iii) Parking fines
(iv) Residence breakage fees
(v) Library fines
(vi) Personal cheques or credit card payments dishonoured by the bank
(vii) Equipment of materials not returned
(viii) Other outstanding financial obligations

2.7.5 A student failing to meet his financial obligations is at risk of having a “hold” placed on his
student record. This “hold” restricts the student from registering for a subsequent semester.
It may also lead to adjustment of the programme schedule and will prevent the student from
receiving a degree/diploma.

2.7.6 The following fees must accompany the application for admission form:

(i) Boarding deposit (where applicable and only refundable if the person is not accepted
as a student or is not placed in a residence).

2.7.7 The following fees are payable upon enrolment:

(i) An acceptance deposit (which is part of the tuition fee). If this fee is not paid, the
student may not register.
(ii) An enrolment fee payable upon enrolment.
(iii) A minimum tuition fee payment payable upon registration

2.7.8 Over and above the fees mentioned in paragraph 2.3.3.7 (g), residence students also pay a
minimum residence fee upon enrolment at the CUT.

2.7.9 Interest at prime rate plus 1% (one percent), as determined by the CUT’s current account
bankers, is levied on all outstanding fees.

2.7.10 In cases where a bursary covering the full tuition and/or boarding fees has already been
awarded to a prospective student, the letter in which the student is informed thereof must
be attached to the enrolment form. Over and above any other provisions, a student will not
be exempted from accepting responsibility for any payments owed to the CUT.

2.7.11 In cases where an employer has already indicated that he is prepared to take responsibility
for payment of the full tuition and/or boarding fees, the student must include the letter
giving notice thereof, with the enrolment documents. In this letter the date(s) on which such
payment(s) will be made must be mentioned.

2.7.12 The CUT reserves the right to refuse a student admission to a CUT assessment if the
financial obligations for the study year concerned have not been paid in full. In cases where
a student is in arrears with payments but is mistakenly allowed to write the assessment, the
assessment results are withheld.
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2.7.13 In cases where a student has not paid the full account with regard to a previous year of
study, such a student will not be allowed to reregister before the account concerned has been
paid in full.

2.7.14 The CUT Council or delegated authority determines the dates for payment of the
outstanding balance in tuition fees, and these dates are communicated to the students.

2.7.15 A discount of five percent (5%) is granted to every individual who pays the full amount in
tuition fees in cash or by means of bank-guaranteed cheque (upon enrolment).

2.7.16 Accounts can be paid by means of credit card, without a cash discount being applicable.

2.7.16 Only South African cheques, cash, credit cards or postal orders are accepted as methods of
payment.

2.7.17 A certain percentage, as determined by the CUT Council or delegated authority, is

refundable should a student officially discontinue his studies before or on the dates as
determined by the CUT Council or delegated authority; provided that such discontinuation
of studies occurs by means of a written notice on the prescribed form.

2.7.18 Applicants are not required to pay an application fee, and these is reviewed annually.

2.7.19 The boarding deposit is refundable in the following cases:

(i) If no boarding is available; and

(ii) If the student is not selected.

2.7.20 In cases where students from the same family are simultaneously enrolled at the CUT, and
they are not financially independent, a discount is granted as determined by the CUT
Council or delegated authority.

2.7.21 In the CUT residences, the following rules apply:

(i) Two-thirds of the fee (boarding) are payable, irrespective of the time of year a student
leaves the residence.

(ii) One-third of the fee (meals) is payable pro rata on a monthly basis, on the assumption
that a student who has resided in the residence on the first day or any subsequent day
of the month in question, is regarded as having resided in the residence for the entire
month.

2.7.22 Sports bursaries are awarded annually to sportsmen and -women for sport practised at
SASSU student level, SASSU university level and CUT club level. The closing date for
applications is 15 October each year.

2.7.23 If the CUT should receive compensation for any work(s) such as engravings, panels,
sketches, paintings or sculptures produced by a student/lecturer, either individually or in
group context, as a class or similar project as part of the student's training programme, the
student/lecturer will have no claim for compensation against the CUT in this regard. The
CUT may, however, decide to pay any part of such amount to the student/lecturer at its
discretion.
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2.8 Reportable diseases

(a) In terms of section 45 of the Health Act, 1977 (Act No. 63 of 1977) the following medical
conditions have been declared reportable, and students must report such medical conditions
to the CUT in writing and without delay.

(i) Acute flaccid paralysis

(ii) Acute rheumatic fever

(iii) Anthrax

(iv) Brucellosis

(v) Cholera

(vi) Diphtheria

(vii) Yellow fever

(viii) Haemophilus influenzae type B

(ix) Haemorrhagic fevers from Africa (Dengue fever, Ebola fever, Congo fever,
Lassa fever, Marburg fever, Rift Valley fever)

(x) Rabies/Hydrophobia (specify whether the individual has contracted the disease
or has only been in contact with the disease)

(xi) Whooping cough

(xii) Congenital syphilis

(xiii) Legionellosis (legionnaires’ disease)

(xiv) Leprosy

(xv) Lead-poisoning

(xvi) Malaria

(xvii) German measles (rubella)

(xviii) Measles (morbilli)

(xix) Meningococcal infection

(xx) Paratyphoid fever

(xxi) Plague

(xxii) Variola and similar diseases, excluding chicken-pox

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(xxiii) Poliomyelitis

(xxiv) Tetanus

(xxv) Tetanus neonatorum

(xxvi) Typhoid fever

(xxvii) Typhus fever (epidemic lice-borne typhus fever, endemic flea-borne typhus fever)

(xxviii) Trachoma

(xxix) Tuberculosis:

(1) pulmonary and other forms, except cases diagnosed on the grounds of clinical signs
and symptoms only;

(2) in the case of a child younger than 5 years with a meaningful reaction after
tuberculin testing;

(xxx) Poisoning due to any agricultural or stock remedy registered in terms of the Fertilisers,
Stock Feed, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, 1947 (Act No. 36 of 1947);

(xxxi) Food poisoning (outbreaks among more than 4 persons);

(xxxii) Virus hepatitis A, B, non-A, non-B, undifferentiated and total

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CHAPTER 5

ADMISSION POLICY

1. POLICY STATEMENT

1.1 In terms of Sections 37(1) to 37(3) of the Higher Education Act (Act No. 101 of 1997), the
Council of a public higher education institution, after consultation with Senate and the Students’
Representative Council (SRC), determines the admission policy of that institution. Council is
required to publish the admission policy and make it available upon request. A higher education
institution’s admission policy, however, is expected to advance the objectives of the Higher
Education Act, the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework (HEQSF), South African
Qualifications Authority (SAQA), as well as any similar bodies that may have jurisdiction over
higher education in South Africa. In particular, admission policies are expected to provide
appropriate measures for the redress of past inequalities, equity and quality in higher education.
The admission policy, therefore, aims to promote and broaden equity of access and fair chances
of success to all who seek to realise their potential through higher education.

1.2 The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) is committed to the promotion of equal
opportunities in providing access to its academic programmes. This policy is aligned with the
prescripts of the regulatory framework that directs higher education in South Africa, as
mentioned in the foregoing paragraph. It is also informed by the mission, vision and values of
the university.

1.3 The purpose of the admission policy is to provide guidelines on selection and admission to
undergraduate and postgraduate studies.

1.4 The policy is an expression of the academic plans and priorities outlined in CUT’s Strategic Plan
and Institutional Operational Plan (IOP). It is the principal means of implementing CUT’s
educational profile, which cascades the institution’s corporate and academic plans. The policy
defines a targeted set of actions and expected outcomes that will ensure that CUT achieves a
planned mix of enrolments consistent with the agreements reached with the Department of
Higher Education and Training (DHET) and other agencies.

1.5 It is the policy of CUT that all applicants who meet the minimum statutory requirements and
institutional admission criteria, and who file an application during the appropriate application
period, should be considered for admission to CUT.

1.6 This policy applies to all applications for admission to undergraduate and postgraduate academic
programmes at CUT.

2. ABBREVIATIONS
A Level refers to Advanced Level
APE refers to accredited prior experience.
APS refers to Admission Point Score.
AS Level refers to Advanced Subsidiary Level
Bloemfontein campus refers to the CUT campus in Bloemfontein.
CACH means Central Applications Clearing House.
CE refers to conditional exemption.
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CE refers to conditional exemption. Certificate examination.

CHE refers to the Council on Higher Education.
CUT refers to the Central University of Technology, Free State.
DHET refers to the Department of Higher Education and Training.
ECP refers to an extended curriculum programme.
FET refers to Further Education and Training.
TVET refers to Technical and Vocational Education and Training.
GSAT refers to the General Scholastic Aptitude Test.
HC refers to a higher certificate.
HEQCIS refers to the Higher Education Quality Committee Information System.
HEQF refers to the Higher Education Qualifications Framework.
HEQSF refers to the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework.
HG refers to Higher Grade and refers to a subject passed at this level in the Senior Certificate
examination.
HIGSCSE refers to Higher International General Certificate of Secondary Education
(IBHL) refers to International Baccalaureate Schools (Higher Levels)
IB (SL) refers to International Baccalaureate Schools (Standard Levels)
IEB refers to Independent Examination Board
IGCSE refers to International General Certificate of Secondary Education
IRC refers to the Institutional Regulatory Code.
KCSE refers to Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
LoLT refers to the Language of Learning and Teaching.
NBT refers to the National Benchmark Test.
NCV refers to the National Certificate Vocational.
NSC refers to the National Senior Certificate.
NSSC (HL) refers to Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Higher Level)
NSSC (OL) refers to Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Ordinary Level)
RPL refers to recognition of prior learning.
SADC refers to the Southern African Development Community.
SAQA refers to the South African Qualifications Authority.
Senior student refers to a student who enrols for the continuation of studies at CUT.
SET refers to science, engineering and technology.
SG refers to Standard Grade and refers to a subject passed at this level in the Senior Certificate
examination.
SRC refers to the Students’ Representative Council.
Universities South Africa (USAf) refers to a body representing all public higher education
institutions.
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Welkom campus refers to the CUT campus in Welkom.

WIL refers to work-integrated learning programme

DEFINITIONS
Act refers to the Higher Education Act (Act No. 101 of 1997).
Admission means approval to report for registration as a student at the University.
Admission Policy is a statement of minimum standards governing admission to register for a
qualification at the University, approved by Council.
Bloemfontein Campus refers to the CUT campus in Bloemfontein
Course refers to a component of a learning programme, which is constituted by
subject/instructional offering.
Curriculum Curriculum has both narrow and broader definition. Narrow definitions are limited
to formal descriptions of either academic offerings of specific programmes or the whole range
of programmes on offer. Broader definitions might encompass both the intentional plan(s) and
design(s) for learning across an institution and what is accomplished and experienced by students
and teachers (CHE, 2005:50, ITL Resources).
Higher Education Act refers to the Higher Education Act (Act No. 101 of 1997), as amended
from time to time
Law refers to the common law and any applicable constitution, statute, by-law, proclamation,
regulation, rule, notice, treaty, directive, code of practice, charter, judgement or order having
force of law in South Africa, and any interpretation of any of them by any court or forum of law.
Mature student refers to a student who is 23 years of age or older and/or any postgraduate
student.
Minimum admission requirements refers to the minimum admission requirements applicable
to the different qualifications offered at CUT.
New student refers to a student enrolling for a higher certificate, diploma or bachelor’s degree
at an institution of higher education for the first time;
Online application -Application for learning programs that are processed online through
university website
Person/student/applicant with Special Needs defines a person in relation to the work or study
environment, and not on the basis of the diagnosis of the impairment. Only a person who satisfies
the criteria of physical and/or mental impairment, which is long term or recurring and which
substantially limits educational progress, is identified as a person with special needs.
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Programme refers to a purposeful and structured set of learning experiences that leads to a
qualification (CHE, 2004:36, Criteria for Programme Accreditation
RPL means the assessment and accreditation of previous learning and experience acquired by a
student in the workplace or from life experience, measured against the specified learning
outcomes of a module or qualification.
School-end Certificate includes the following:
(i) A qualification considered by Senate to be equivalent to (i) or (ii) which is otherwise
considered to be adequate
(ii) A Senior Certificate I Grade 12 Certificate or National Senior Certificate (NSC) as
issued by the Department of Basic Education.
(iii) A Senior Certificate with matriculation exemption issued by any of the officially
recognised certification bodies; or
Senior Student means a student that registers for a consecutive period of study at an institution
of higher learning
Statutory admission requirements refer to admissions requirements of institutions of higher
learning that are promulgated by law and are applicable to all universities in South Africa.
Umalusi refers to the Council for Quality in General and Further Education and Training.
Universities South Africa refers to a body representing all public higher education institutions.
Welkom campus refers to the CUT campus in Welkom.
Any reference to the male gender also includes the female gender, and vice versa. Except where
indicated differently in this document, any word has the meaning defined in the Higher Education
Act and in the CUT Statute

Women in non-traditional studies refer to women engaged in a field of study related to

science, engineering and technology.

Any reference to the male gender also includes the female gender, and vice versa.

3. POLICY PRINCIPLES

3.1 With academic quality being the foremost consideration, the major principles underlying CUT’s
admission policy are:
(i) the quality of applicants;
(ii) the demand for, and availability of, student places;
(iii) the maintenance of an appropriate balance of disciplines;
(iv) the capacity to accommodate the number of enrolments; and
(v) equity and redress through the support and development of applicants who are not
admitted to CUT, in partnership with the Technical and Vocational Education and
Training (TVET/FET) sector and other stakeholders.
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3.2 CUT’s admission policy is guided by the university’s commitment to educate students of all ages,
and to serve the people of South Africa and the world. Mindful of its mission as a public
technological higher education institution with international perspectives, CUT has a public
commitment to provide a place within the institution for all eligible applicants who are residents
of South Africa. CUT is therefore committed to equal opportunity, and thus admission is open to
eligible applicants regardless of race, colour, creed, national origin, gender, age, religion or
disability; with the understanding that preference may be given to an eligible South African
applicant over an applicant from a foreign country, provided that the SADC protocol is observed.
CUT is furthermore committed to establishing a student body that not only meets CUT’s high
academic standards, but also encompasses the cultural, racial, geographic, economic and social
diversity of South Africa.

3.3 No religious, racial or political test is imposed on any person as a condition of admission to CUT,
or as a condition of the awarding of any degree, diploma, certificate or other academic award or
distinction by CUT.

3.4 International applicants are subject to the same admission requirements as

South African applicants, provided that the foreign qualifications of such applicants are
considered equivalent by SAQA.

3.5 The recruitment strategies are focused on achieving the targets of CUT’s Enrolment Plan, as set
in accordance with the Enrolment Plan approved by the DHET, or on the basis of other DHET
advisement. Enrolments at CUT are also regulated by the student types, as specified from time
to time by the DHET, and as contained in the CUT Enrolment Plan, namely mature students and
students with special needs.

3.6 CUT welcomes undergraduate applications from all applicants with the potential to succeed in
higher education. The admission of any applicant to CUT is based on the reasonable expectation
that such an applicant will be able to fulfil the objectives of the programme in question, and
achieve the standard of competency or skill required for the particular academic award(s) to
which the programme leads.

3.7 CUT’s admission requirements aim to provide educational opportunities to the maximum
sustainable extent of its resource capacity for providing high quality teaching and research. In
this regard, particular attention is paid to the engineering, biomedical, health, economic and
social well-being of the regional environment, with emphasis on encouraging the support of
enterprise in the application of frontier knowledge.

3.8 A applicant is expected to possess a minimum level of proficiency in English, as this is the
Language of Learning programme and Teaching (LoLT) at CUT. A mark of 50% for English as
Home Language (Vernacular) and First Additional Language is therefore considered to be
sufficient, although any proof of proficiency in the English language will also be taken into
consideration. Refer to the language policy of CUT in this regard. Cases where learners with an
M-score of 27 or higher obtained 40% to 49% for English in their final assessment, should be
dealt with on an individual basis, at the discretion of the relevant faculty.
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4. SELECTION OF APPLICANTS

4.1 SELECTION CRITERIA

4.1.1 Gazetted statutory admission criteria for higher certificate, diploma and bachelor’s degree
studies inform the minimum admission criteria for CUT.

4.1.2 An applicant must score at least 27 or more points on the CUT scoring scale for the National
Senior Certificate (NSC) examination for admission to CUT. However, admission to a learning
programme is subject to the requirements of that programme.

4.1.2.1 For applicants who matriculated in 2007 or before, CUT awards academic weights for
achievement according to the following scoring scale:

Symbol achieved in Grade of subject in Grade 12

subject in Grade 12 Higher Grade (HG) Standard Grade (SG)
A 8 6
B 7 5
C 6 4
D 5 3
E 4 2
F 3 1

4.1.2.2 For applicants who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter, CUT awards academic
weights for achievement according to the following scoring scale:

Percentage
achieved in NSC 30-39% 40-49% 50-59% 60-69% 70-79% 80-89% 90-100%
subject
Points rating for
% value 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

An applicant for a university of technology degree, diploma or certificate must be in possession

of at least an NSC or equivalent certificate approved by Senate.

4.1.3 CUT uses selection criteria as prescribed by Senate, which may include the consideration of
school-end certificate results, English proficiency tests, general scholastic aptitude tests, results
achieved in foundation courses, and/or recognition of transferred academic credit. In this respect,
CUT’s general admission requirements stipulate that all students must display a minimum level
of competence in the English language according to a standard test of CUT’s choice, and in
applicable science and technology subjects. Normally, applicants must have passed a broad-
based programme of study offerings in a range of subjects from a variety of disciplines. For
example, applicants offering school-end certificate qualifications are normally expected to have
passed six or more subjects.
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4.1.4 In addition to the general admission requirements prescribed by Senate, an applicant must also
meet the relevant faculty’s or department’s requirements for a programme. These additional
requirements are also approved by Senate and are outlined in the CUT Calendar.

4.1.5 Some departments within the faculties may interview certain applicants as part of the selection
process. An indication of which applicants will be interviewed is given in the respective
departments’ entry requirements, as published in the CUT Calendar. Mature applicants or those
applying for admission status can expect to be interviewed if the department in question is
considering making an offer. A portfolio may also be required.

4.1.6 Applicants in possession of TVET/FET qualifications as well as higher certificates pegged at

HEQSF level 4, may qualify for admission to the first year of a CUT qualification. However,
such applicants must meet the language and programme-specific requirements.

4.1.7 A applicant who has failed the NSC may also enroll and complete the N3 certificate/qualification,
which comprises four subjects. The applicant would still require an endorsement of the results
from the provincial Department of Education. This is an Umalusi function. N-qualifications
should be obtained at an accredited institution.

4.1.8 Admission and selection criteria for qualifications and subjects offered in partnership with other
local or foreign institutions, in respect of international qualifications offered by CUT, or any
subject offered in partnership with CUT at an associated or affiliated institution, may include
additional requirements, as agreed upon with the institution concerned.

4.1.9 Where there are more eligible applicants than places available, CUT may, in accordance with
procedures approved by Senate, select students on the basis of academic achievement, according
to criteria that exceed the minimum requirements, as well as their potential to contribute to the
educational environment and intellectual vitality of the institution. Programme selectors consider
applicants on their own merit and in competition with others, and may take into account
examinations already passed, predicted grades in forthcoming examinations, personal statements
and academic references. Meeting the minimum requirements is therefore not necessarily a
guarantee of admission to a particular programme or campus. Achievement or predicted
achievement of the grades indicated also does not guarantee an offer of a place within a
programme. CUT receives many more applications than it has places available, and the admission
process is therefore competitive. Late applicants meeting the minimum requirements will not
automatically be admitted to CUT; first preference will be given to applicants who applied during
the application cycle.

4.1.10 It is CUT’s aim to regionally collaborate with other institutions in administering and facilitating
access to public higher education. A student who needs to complete his/her course at another
university is granted permission to do so by the Office of the Deputy Registrar: Academic
Administration, in consultation with the relevant faculty.

4.1.11 Every person registering as a student at CUT must sign the official registration form, which binds
him/her to such conditions and rules as Council may determine. For online registration, the
acceptance of conditions and rules is done electronically.
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4.2 RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING PROGRAMME

4.2.1 Applicants who do not possess the level of qualification outlined in the programme may apply
for recognition of prior learning programme (RPL) in the prescribed format.

4.2.2 RPL is an important policy goal, which is signalled in the Education White Paper and reaffirmed
by the Council on Higher Education (CHE), and which suggests that RPL initiatives should be
promoted to improve the intake of adult learners as an important avenue of redress.

4.2.3 Recognition of credit for prior learning programme is the process whereby CUT makes a
judgement about the extent to which accredited prior learning programme (APL) or accredited
prior experience (APE) – both certificated and non-certificated – may be accepted in partial
fulfilment of CUT's requirements for a given academic award.

4.2.4 In exceptional circumstances, applicants may be considered for exemption from part of a
programme on the basis of previous studies. Certain departments may refuse to consider any
applicants for such exemption.

4.3 RECOGNITION OF SUBJECTS AND THE ISSUING OF QUALIFICATIONS -

GENERAL

Notwithstanding the following faculty rules, the general guidelines, as stated below, for the
issuing of a qualification by the university are applicable:

(i) For purposes of receiving subject recognition, at least 50 % of the total prescribed credits for
a qualification must be obtained at an institution of higher learning programme. (Addition
approved by the CUT Council on 2005/06/24 (Resolution CR 12/05/02).)
(ii) Students admitted to any specific programme via recognition of prior learning programme
(RPL) may not exceed 10% of the total number of students in the programme.

4.4 SUBJECT RECOGNITION AND ISSUING OF QUALIFICATIONS

The holder of a qualification must have:

(i) completed more than 50% of the credits of the prescribed course/modules for the
qualification with the university;
(ii) completed more than 60% of the credits of the exit or final academic year of the prescribed
curriculum for the qualification with the university; and
(iii)been assessed and found competent in all the competencies and skills prescribed for the
qualification.

Consult the detailed RPL policy for comprehensive information in this regard.

4.5 SUBJECT RECOGNITION

In accordance with the policy and procedure on subject recognition of prior learning programme,
qualifying for the issuing of a qualification, and recognition of qualifications of South African as
well as foreign students, the holder of a university qualification certificate must have:
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(i) complied with the admission requirements for the qualification, including the admission
requirements of the course/module prescribed for the qualification;
(ii) been assessed, and found competent in all the competencies and skills prescribed for the
qualification;
(iii)completed more than 50% of the credits of the prescribed course/modules for the
qualification with the university; and
(iv) completed more than 60% of the credits of the exit or final academic year of the prescribed
curriculum for the qualification with the university.

4.6 TRANSFER OF CREDITS

A student’s achievements are recognised and contribute to further learning programme, even if
he/she does not obtain a qualification. In terms of the credit accumulation and transfer (CAT)
policy, any and all credits for an incomplete qualification may be recognised by the same or a
different institution as meeting part of the requirements for a different qualification, or may be
recognised by a different institution as meeting part of the requirements for the same
qualification. Individual mobility between programmes and institutions is thus determined by
curriculum requirements and is flexible.

4.7 APPROACH AND PHILOSOPHY/PRINCIPLES

4.7.1 Access for success within CUT parameters. CUT will ensure that gaps between theory and/or
practical components are identified as weaknesses during admission and/or RPL processes, in
order to promote CAT. The necessary steps must be taken to ensure that individuals starting a
course in a new sector or more advanced courses are supported, by identifying gaps in knowledge
and skills. This is done by making necessary arrangements to close these gaps by providing
bridging courses or any other supplementary work.

4.7.2 Articulation by design. CUT will ensure possibilities for pathways, including within and
between the sub-frameworks of the NQF and the world of work. These must be included in the
design and purpose of new qualifications and part-qualifications in order to promote the policy.

4.7.3 Comparisons based on credible methods. In order for CUT to promote the CAT policy,
qualifications will be compared based on the credible methods that determine the extent to which
their curricular properties as well as their content and outcomes match, as guided by NQF level
descriptors. The comparison of qualifications takes into cognisance the purpose of each
qualification, as well as the broader application of the qualifications within the contexts for which
they are designed.

4.7.4 Supplementary work. In cases where there are differences in prerequisites, the rigour of the
curriculum, or the topics covered, the relevant authority may require the applicant to do
supplementary work before credits are awarded. Supplementary work will be determined in a
fair, consistent and transparent manner using credible methods, and in consultation with other
institutions.

4.7.5 Transparency. The rules and regulations or any register of precedents that inform, influence or
govern decisions taken in respect of the policy must be valid, fair, reliable and transparent at all
times. They must be made public and drawn to the attention of the student prior to enrolment.
Where fees are charged for access, this should be clearly communicated.

Consult the detailed CAT policy for comprehensive information in this regard.
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4.8 PLACEMENT IN EXTENDED CURRICULUM AND ACADEMIC SUPPORT

PROGRAMMES

4.8.1 All first-year students at CUT should write the National Benchmark Test (NBT) prior to
registration. The results of the NBT are used for recommendation of appropriate support
programmes as early as during the first term.

4.8.2 Prospective students who do not meet all the admission criteria, though having potential, may be
supported through counselling and development, and may be referred to an extended curriculum
programme (ECP), where available.

4.9 APPLICANTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

4.9.1 Applications by students with special needs are considered on the same academic grounds as all
others, but applicants are asked to discuss their likely additional requirements with CUT before
registration. CUT, via the Disability Unit, will then advise the applicant on the suitability of the
campus and the learning pro programme, as well as the equipment and/or support available. In
certain cases, CUT may ask applicants who have indicated a recent, recurring or serious health
problem to permit CUT to request a medical report on their condition. Such reports do not form
part of the academic selection process and are not made available to any person other than the
CUT Medical Officer. The Registrar, in consultation with the Disability Unit, is ultimately
responsible for ensuring that CUT is able to make adequate provision for students with
disabilities, and for keeping records of the exceptional circumstances where an applicant might
be refused admission on the grounds of disability.

5. SELECTION AND ADMISSION CRITERIA

5.1.1 The admission and selection criteria, including the faculty- and programme-specific
requirements and the number of admissions per learning programme and/or qualification, as
proclaimed by Senate, may vary from year to year, from campus to campus, and from learning
programme to learning programme, depending on the number of applicants and their
qualifications, as well as the CUT Enrolment Plan for that period.

5.1.2 CUT reserves the right to make changes to admission policies and procedures at any time in order
to maintain compliance with the law, policy or CUT’s educational profile.

5.1.3 If an insufficient number of students should enrol for a specific subject/qualification in a

particular year, Senate, taking into account the staff position, and after deliberating with the
department in question, may decide not to offer that subject/qualification in that year.

5.2 READMISSION TO CUT

5.2.1 A student whose performance does not meet the academic standard set by Senate may be
excluded academically from any further studies at CUT. Once a student has been excluded on
academic grounds, any application for readmission to CUT will only be processed in accordance
with the regulations and procedures approved by Senate.
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5.3 REFUSAL OF ADMISSION TO CUT

5.3.1 It should be noted that, in exceptional circumstances, the CUT Council, in concurrence with
Senate, may give the Vice-Chancellor and Principal the power to refuse any person admission
to CUT.

5.3.2 In the event that information of a relevant non-academic nature leads a selector to believe that
prima facie evidence exists that an applicant’s admission presents a clear and immediate danger
of infraction of the law, the selector must recommend the rejection of the application, and keep
record of such rejection.

5.3.3 Every person registering as a student at CUT must accept the conditions and rules during their
online registration. Such electronic acceptance binds the registered student to such conditions
and rules as Council may determine.

5.3.4 A person registered as a student at CUT is registered for the academic year or semester, or for
such shorter period as may be determined by Council, in consultation with Senate, either
generally or in any particular case.

5.4 WALK-IN ADMINISTRATION

No walk-ins will be administered during January annually. Prospective students will be directed
to the Central Applications Clearing House (CACH) website, for the entering of their details.

6 RESIDENCY PERIOD

Residency period is based on the duration of a specific learning programme and the offering type of a
learning programme.

6.1 Residency Period for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Learning Programmes

i. Higher Certificate, Advanced Certificate, Advanced Diploma, offered on a full-time basis for a
one-year duration has a residency period of two years.
ii. Higher Certificate, Advanced Certificate, Advanced Diploma, offered on a part-time basis for a
two-year duration has a residency period of three years
iii. Diploma and Bachelor’s Degree offered on a full-time basis for a three-year duration has a
residency period of five years. Diploma and
iv. Bachelor’s Degree offered on a part-time basis for a five-year duration has a residency period of
seven years.
v. Bachelor’s Degree offered on a full-time basis for a four-year duration has a residency period of
six years.
vi. Bachelor’s Degree offered on a part-time basis for a six-year duration has a residency period of
eight years.
vii. Bachelor’s Honours Degree offered on a full-time basis for a one-year duration has a residency
period of two years.
viii. Bachelor’s Honours Degree offered on a part-time basis for a two-year duration has a residency
period of three years
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6.2 Residency Period for Master’s Degrees

Master’s Degree offered on a full-time basis for a one-year duration has a residency period of two years.
Master’s Degree offered on a part-time basis for a two-year duration has a residency period of four years.
6.3 Residency Period for Doctoral Degrees
Doctoral degrees offered on a full-time basis for a two-year duration has a residency period of four
years. Doctoral degrees offered on a part-time basis for either a three-year or a four-year duration has
a residency period of five or six years.
i. The PhD Management Sciences, the maximum duration is calculated as follows: [Min part-time
(4) + 50% (4)] = (4+2) =6 years.
ii. Other doctorates the minimum duration: (a) full-time = 2 years; (b) part-time = 3 years.
iii. The maximum duration is calculated as follows: [Min part-time (3) + 50% (4)] = (3+1.5) = 4.5
corrected to the nearest whole year = 5 years study.

7. DETERMINATION FOR ADMISSION POINT SCORE FOR INTERNATIONAL AND

LOCAL UNDERGRADUATE APPLICANTS

In order for an international student to be admitted to any undergraduate programme (i.e. Higher
Certificate, Advanced Certificate, Diploma and Bachelor degree) at CUT, all applicants who have a
school leaving qualification achieved outside of the Republic of South Africa, requires a certificate of
exemption from the Matriculation Board of South Africa (USAf).
Applicants who completed foreign school leaving certificate/qualification should use the matrix below
for determination of admission score:
. Students with a score of 70% and higher will be given preference to register.

NATIONAL INTERNATIONAL

APS NSC/IEB SC HG SC SG HIGCSE/ IGCSE AS A IB IB KCSE

M-SCORE M-SCORE NSSC(HL) NSSC (OL) LEVELS LEVELS (HL) (SL)

10 A 7

9 B 6

8 7 (90-100%) A C 5

7 7 (80-89%) B 1 A D 4 7 A+A

6 6 (70-79%) B A 2 A B E 3 6 A-

5 5 (60-69%) D B 3 B C 2 5 B+

4 4 (50-59%) E C 4 C D 1 4 B, B-

3 3 (40-49%) F D

2 2 (30-39%) E

1 1 (0-29%) F
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In addition to the above, applicants must meet the minimum School Performance Score (SPS) and
programme-specific requirements and will be selected at the discretion of the relevant faculty. In some
instances, where the format of secondary school education is unfamiliar, students who apply for
admission to CUT programmes may be requested to apply for an evaluation of their qualifications by
SAQA, prior to being accepted to CUT.

The following supporting documents must be submitted to the Matriculation Board (USAf) on the
address provided below;

• Form M30 (this form can be downloaded on the Matriculation Board

website https://mb.usaf.ac.za)
• Correctly certified copies of the applicants, educational qualifications certified by a South
African High Commission, Consulate, Trade Mission or a Public Notary in your home country
• A correctly certified copy of your passport or birth certificate certified by a South African High
Commission, Consulate, Trade Mission or a Public Notary in your home country
• Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than
English)
• Exemption fee as determined by the Matriculation Board (see website https://mb.usaf.ac.za)
• Submit proof of payment for the Exemption fee of R610 (this fee is reviewed annually) payable
to the banking details below
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CONTACT DETAILS – MATRICULATIONS BOARD (USAf)

UNISA Sunnyside Campus P O Box 3854

1st Floor, Block E Pretoria, 0001
Hatfield Office Park South Africa
1267 Pretorius Street Tel. no: +27 10 591 4401/2
Hatfield Email: [email protected]
Pretoria Website: https://mb.usaf.ac.za

Banking Details – Matriculation Board

Bank – ABSA
Account Name – Matriculation Board
Account number – 4059036917
Branch Name – Sunnyside
Branch Code – 630345
When paying at an international bank Swift Code – ABSA ZA JJ

Applicants must use this link to apply: https://mbit-application.usaf.ac.za/assessment/

Applicants from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Congo Brazzaville need to submit the classe 6
transcript, D’Etat or and post school qualifications and the letter from the DRC Embassy confirming
the qualifications.

NB: Copies of original educational qualifications (High School and post-school qualifications) certified
correct by the Registrar of a South African public university or by a South African Embassy, Consulate,
High Commission or Trade mission or by public Notary in a foreign country. Sworn translations into
either English or Afrikaans must accompany documents originally issued in another language.
Please take note that, without such an USAf evaluation exemption, CUT is unable to make a valid
assessment of your application based on unevaluated foreign qualification(s). It is the responsibility of
the applicant to forward his/her documentation to USAf.

7.1 Admission into higher certificate, advanced certificate, diploma and degree programmes
Should you wish to apply for Certificate or Diploma qualifications at CUT you can apply
directly to the university without an Exemption Application or Certificate from USAf.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY

An international student must submit evidence of proficiency in English as part of his/her application to
study at CUT.

A recent Test of English as a Foreign Language (ToEFL) score (obtained within three to five years
before application for admission) of at least:
(i) 570 for the paper-based test;
(ii) 230 for the computer-based test; or
(iii)88 for the internet-based test, is required.

A recent overall band score of 7.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), with
no individual element of the test scoring below 6.0, is also required.
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If English is one of the official languages in an applicant’s country of residence, and he/she is a first- or
second-language English speaker of that country, he/she will not be required to undergo
testing. However, he/she would have to submit proof of his/her competency in English when applying
for admission to the university.

International Baccalaureate (IB) schools: At least 27 points are required.

ALL INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE GRADUATE APPLICANTS ARE TO TAKE

NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING
Submit a completed online application form with supporting documents:
1. certified copy of your passport;
2. certified copies of your foreign qualifications; and proof of payment for application to USAf.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATES: 31 October each year

The CUT Application process for undergraduate international students closes on 31 October of every
year

POSTGRADUATE APPLICANTS
International students wanting to pursue a post graduate programme at CUT must contact the respective
Faculty:
Faculty Contact Person Email address
Management Sciences Prof C Chipunza [email protected]
Humanities Prof M Mhlolo [email protected]
Health and Environment Sciences Dr T Makhafola [email protected]
Engineering, Built Environment and Prof Y Woyessa [email protected]
Information Technology

ALL INTERNATIONAL POST GRADUATE APPLICANTS ARE TO TAKE NOTE OF THE

FOLLOWING

Applicants must submit a completed online application form with the following supporting documents

• If you are a current student still to complete a pre-requisite qualification or your Final academic
transcript if studies have been completed.
• certified copies of your foreign qualifications
• Valid certified copy of your Passport
• Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than
English)
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Applicants who are attending or have attended a University within or outside the Republic of South
Africa, must submit an academic transcript that covers the period of study to allow the assessment of the
application for postgraduate studies.

CONTACT DETAILS – SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATION AUTHORITY (SAQA)

SAQA House Portnet Suite No248
107 Acadia street Private Bag X06
Hatfield Waterkloof 0145
Pretoria, 0001
Pretoria South Africa
Tel. no: +27 86 010 3188
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.saqa.org.za

Banking Details – SAQA

Bank – STANDARD BANK

Account Name – SAQA
Account number – 010 516 433
Branch Name – Pretoria
Branch Code – 010045
When paying at an international bank Swift Code – SBZA ZA JJ
The costs for current Foreign Qualification Evaluation is R1700.00, this fee is reviewed annually.

7.2 Documents required from international students before registration.

In terms of the Immigration Amendment Act (Act No. 19 of 2004), any prospective international student
planning to study at a South African higher education institution (HEI) must be in possession of a valid
study visa and must provide proof of medical cover.

The medical scheme must be registered in South Africa in terms of the Medical Schemes Act (Act No.
131 of 1998).

7.3 Passport

All international students who intend to study at CUT must be in possession of a valid passport.
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7.4 Study visa

in May 2014, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) amended the Immigration Act, and the category
on study visas/permits was one of the categories affected by this amendment. All international students
are required to have a valid study visa in order to study in South Africa. This includes students from the
Southern African Development Community (SADC). A study visa can be obtained from the South
African Embassy, or High Commission or Consulate in your home country. A study visa should be valid
for the period of your studies. Please visit http://www.vfsglobal.com/dha/southafrica/ for all the
information you may require.

No foreign citizens may be officially enrolled/registered as students at CUT if they are not in possession
of a valid study visa issued specifically for CUT. It may take up to three months to obtain a study visa;
therefore, both prospective and current international students are advised to apply for a study visa as
early as possible.

7.5 Medical aid

CUT requires proof of medical aid cover with a South African-based medical aid scheme, covering at
least 12 months of the study period. All international students are advised to make the necessary financial
arrangements for the medical aid cover prior to their entry into South Africa.

No international student will be registered at CUT unless he/she produces proof of valid and
comprehensive medical aid cover. No hospital plans will be accepted.

Part-time students who do not spend more than 90 days in a year in the country are exempted
from medical aid requirement

7.6 Exchange students

Exchange students are acknowledged based on the existing agreements between CUT and various other
partner universities. Exchange learning programme are short-term in nature (mostly six months). NB:
Exchange students must also meet the prerequisite of acquiring a valid study visa and submitting proof
of medical aid cover with a South African-based medical aid for the entire exchange term, prior to their
registration at CUT.

The following documentation should accompany their application to CUT:

1. Certified Academic Transcripts from partner institution (Home University);

2. certified copy of their passports; and

8. REGISTRATION FOR NON-DEGREE PURPOSES (NDP)

The following rules apply:

8.1 NDP subjects may not to be used by CUT students to obtain a qualification other than the one
for which the student is registered.

8.2 Registration is allowed for a maximum of one subject/module per semester of, at least, the final
year of study at undergraduate level.
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8.3 A request from the student, accompanied by his/her full academic record, must be submitted to
the Head of Department (HoD). In cases where the HoD supports the request, he/she must
motivate the request to the Dean, for his/her consideration.

8.4 The HoD will determine if there is capacity available in his/her department to
accommodate additional students.

9. ADMISSION TO POSTGRADUATE STUDIES

9.1 A 60% average is required for progression to master’s level, and from master’s to doctoral level.

9.2 Pertaining to the admission of postgraduate students, qualification-/programme-specific

admission requirements, as approved by Senate, and contained in the CUT Calendar, apply.

10. RELATED DOCUMENTS

Institutional Regulatory Code (IRC), Section E, item 2.3: General rules for students. Particular
attention is to be paid to the contents of the following:

• admission regulations and procedures, as contained in this document;

• Assessment Manual;
• CAT policy;
• CUT Calendar;
• CUT language policy;
• Financial Aid Manual for Bursaries;
• Financial Aid Manual for Loans;
• policy on financial aid to undergraduate students at CUT;
• policy on the exclusion of students on financial grounds;
• RPL policy;
• policy on students with disabilities;
• form LS 149;
• form LS 150;
• form LS 151; and
• form LS 154.
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ADMISSION PROCEDURE

4.1.1. ABBREVIATIONS

A Level refers to Advanced Level

APE refers to accredited prior experience.
APL refers to accredited prior learning.
APS refers to Admission Point Score.
AS Level refers to Advanced Subsidiary Level
CE refers to conditional exemption.
Certificate examination.
CHE refers to the Council on Higher Education.
CUT refers to the Central University of Technology, Free State.
DHET refers to the Department of Higher Education and Training.
ECP refers to extended curriculum learning programme.
FET refers to Further Education and Training.
FET/TVET refers to Technical and Vocational Education and Training.
GSAT refers to the General Scholastic Aptitude Test.
HC refers to a higher certificate.
HEQCIS refers to the Higher Education Quality Committee Information System.
HEQF refers to the Higher Education Qualifications Framework.
HEQSF refers to the Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework.
HG refers to Higher Grade and refers to a subject passed at this level in the Senior.
HIGSCSE refers to Higher International General Certificate of Secondary Education
(IBHL) refers to International Baccalaureate Schools (Higher Levels)
IB (SL) refers to International Baccalaureate Schools (Standard Levels)
IEB refers to Independent Examination Board
IGCSE refers to International General Certificate of Secondary Education
IRC refers to the Institutional Regulatory Code.
KCSE refers to Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
LoLT refers to the Language of Learning and Teaching.
NBT refers to the National Benchmark Test.
NCV refers to the National Certificate Vocational.
NSC refers to the National Senior Certificate.
NSSC (HL) refers to Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Higher Level)
NSSC (OL) refers to Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate (Ordinary Level)
RPL refers to recognition of prior learning.
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SADC refers to the Southern African Development Community.

SAQA refers to the South African Qualifications Authority.
SET refers to science, engineering, and technology.
SG refers to Standard Grade and refers to a subject passed at this level in the Senior Certificate
examination.
SRC refers to the Students’ Representative Council.
WIL refers to work-integrated learning

4.1.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Act refers to the Higher Education Act (Act No. 101 of 1997).
Admission means approval to report for registration as a student at the University.
Admission Policy is a statement of minimum standards governing admission to register for a
qualification at the University, approved by Council.
Bloemfontein Campus refers to the CUT campus in Bloemfontein
Course refers to a component of a learning programme, which is constituted by subject/instructional
offering.
Curriculum Curriculum has both narrow and broader definition. Narrow definitions are limited to
formal descriptions of either academic offerings of specific programmes or the whole range of
programmes on offer. Broader definitions might encompass both the intentional plan(s) and design(s)
for learning across an institution and what is accomplished and experienced by students and teachers
(CHE, 2005:50, ITL Resources).
Higher Education Act refers to the Higher Education Act (Act No. 101 of 1997), as amended from time
to time
Law refers to the common law and any applicable constitution, statute, by-law, proclamation, regulation,
rule, notice, treaty, directive, code of practice, charter, judgement or order having force of law in South
Africa, and any interpretation of any of them by any court or forum of law.
Mature student refers to a student who is 23 years of age or older and/or any postgraduate student.
Minimum admission requirements refer to the minimum admission requirements applicable to the
different qualifications offered at CUT.
New student refers to a student enrolling for a higher certificate, diploma or bachelor’s degree at an
institution of higher education for the first time;
Person/student/applicant with Special Needs defines a person in relation to the work or study
environment, and not on the basis of the diagnosis of the impairment. Only a person who satisfies the
criteria of physical and/or mental impairment, which is long term or recurring and which substantially
limits educational progress, is identified as a person with special needs.
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Programme refers to a purposeful and structured set of learning experiences that leads to a qualification
(CHE, 2004:36, Criteria for Programme Accreditation
RPL means the assessment and accreditation of previous learning and experience acquired by a student
in the workplace or from life experience, measured against the specified learning outcomes of a module
or qualification.
School-end Certificate includes the following:
(iv) A qualification considered by Senate to be equivalent to (i) or (ii) which is otherwise
considered to be adequate
(v) A Senior Certificate I Grade 12 Certificate or National Senior Certificate (NSC) as
issued by the Department of Basic Education.
(vi) A Senior Certificate with matriculation exemption issued by any of the officially
recognised certification bodies; or
Senior Student means a student that registers for a consecutive period of study at an institution of higher
learning
Statutory admission requirements refer to admissions requirements of institutions of higher learning
that are promulgated by law and are applicable to all universities in South Africa.
Umalusi refers to the Council for Quality in General and Further Education and Training.
Universities South Africa refers to a body representing all public higher education institutions.
Welkom campus refers to the CUT campus in Welkom.
Any reference to the male gender also includes the female gender, and vice versa. Except where indicated
differently in this document, any word has the meaning defined in the Higher Education Act and in the
CUT Statute.
Online application -Application for learning programs that are processed online through university
website.

4.1.2 ADMISSION PROCEDURE

4.1.2.1 Prospective students apply for admission to CUT in accordance with the application procedures
contained in this document and published on the CUT website under the “Prospective students”
section. An online application is available on CUT website https://www.cut.ac.za

4.1.2.2 Application for admission to CUT will be closed for South African applicants on the 31st of
October each year.

4.1.2.3 Application for admission to CUT will be closed for international applicants on the 30th
September each year.
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The Dean and the Executive Manager in charge of enrolment may use his/her discretion to
continue with acceptance of applications after closing dates (for South African and
international students).

4.1.2.4 The dates mentioned in these regulations are amended periodically to ensure concurrence with
Management’s decisions and policies.

4.1.2.5 Applicants currently on their final year of Secondary School Education who meet all the
admission requirements to a learning programme will be provisional accepted pending final
results downloaded in beginning of each year

4.1.2.6 CUT only considers exemption from part of a learning programme in highly exceptional
circumstances, and all applications for such exemption are considered by Senate.

4.1.2.7 CUT considers applications from applicants with special needs on similar academic grounds as
those applicable to other applicants, provided that it is essential that CUT takes cognisance of
the qualification requirements and the nature of the special needs in question prior to making a
decision, in order to advise the applicant well in advance regarding the facilities available at
CUT, as well as the specific requirements set by the profession in question.

4.1.2.8 Although CUT makes an effort to determine whether sufficient facilities are available to
accommodate an applicant with special needs, it remains the applicant’s responsibility to ensure
the existence and suitability of those facilities before registering for a learning programme.

4.1.2.9 An online application can also be accessed online, on the CUT website:
http://www.cut.ac.za.
First time applicants or new applicant will apply through Application Wizard
The returning or continuing applicants can apply online using CUT iEnabler portal to apply.

4.1.2.10 Head of Departments (HoDs) will access the applications through Student Selection System
(SSS) and assign different admission statuses to applicants depending on the results submitted
with the online application.

4.1.2.11 Applicants receive an email notification immediately they submit online application. Applicants
are notified through email for their admission status. A formal email will be sent the applicant
within 10 days of receiving the application informing the applicant with the status of the
application
.
4.1.2.11.1.1 All first-year students at CUT must ensure that the NBT online tests is written prior to
registration. The results of the NBT guide the selection teams when placing applicants in
appropriate academic learning programmes and/or recommending appropriate support
learning programme.

4.1.2.12 The NBT dates and venues are available on the website www.nbt.ac.za.
Students with NBT results will be given first preference.
Follow the steps and guidelines for NBT that are included in this link
https://www.nbt.ac.za/sites/default/files/Manual_en_v3%20new.pdf

4.1.2.13 Applicants should contact the relevant faculty administrator, should they require more
information regarding the learning programme.
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4.1.2.14 An applicant that has been referred to a Testing status is notified through email with Test details
which includes date, time and venue

4.1.2.15 The Wellness Centre makes the test results available to the various faculties, after which the
relevant HoD’s make the final selection of applicants for each learning programme.

4.1.2.16 In the case of applicants applying for admission to the learning programme Art and Design,
Tourism Management, Language Practice, Management Practice, Education, Somatology,
Radiography, Hospitality Management, Biomedical and Clinical Technology, Environmental
Health, Dental Assisting, Project Management or Marketing, it is expected that, in addition to
the procedure applicants will undergo one or more of the following procedures before final
selection and acceptance can proceed:
4.1.2.17

4.1.2.17.1 psychometric testing/assessment;

4.1.2.17.2 submission of a portfolio;
4.1.2.17.3 interview;
4.1.2.17.4 completion of a questionnaire;
4.1.2.17.5 assessment of practical skills; and/or
4.1.2.17.6 any other process as approved by Senate.
4.1.2.18

4.1.2.18.1 Facilitating access

It is CUT policy to facilitate access to public higher education, especially for

persons who were previously disadvantaged in terms of such access, by recognising
the prior learning achievements of individuals, irrespective of how such learning
achievements were acquired. In making this commitment, CUT states that the aim
of its policy is not to accredit prior learning achievements, but rather to give due
recognition to such in determining access.

4.1.2.18.2 Responsibilities

It is CUT policy that aspirant students seeking admission to CUT through RPL must
present credible evidence of prior learning achievements. CUT only assumes
responsibility for encouraging and supporting such applications.

4.1.2.18.3 Credibility of assessment

CUT also aims to ensure that both the process and the outcomes of RPL, as an
assessment procedure, are guided by the salient aspects of quality assurance.
Critical prerequisites for maintaining acceptable procedures would be the
following:

4.1.2.18.3.1 the assessment of prior learning against the clearly formulated learning outcomes
of each qualification, and the modules prescribed by the curriculum for such
qualification;

4.1.2.18.3.1.1 a credible and transparent assessment process that is inherently fair to other
students; and;
4.1.2.18.3.1.2 support of the institutional principle of “student access with success”.
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4.1.2.18.4 Regional collaboration

It is also CUT’s aim to regionally collaborate with other institutions in

administering and facilitating access to public higher education. The Office of
Deputy Registrar: Academic Administration will grant permission to students
requesting to complete a course at another institution, in consultation with the
faculty.

4.1.3 APPLICATION PROCESS FOR REGOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING

4.1.3.1 Information on RPL

(Refer the Articulation Policy and Procedure)

4.1.3.1.1 RPL processes and procedures are available from:

The Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services office;
and HoDs.

4.1.3.1.2 An application for RPL can be submitted during the application cycle for the next
academic year. RPL application should be open earlier than the normal application to
allow time for processing all documentation (POE) to make decisions pertaining RPL
admissions. The submission and successful processing of an application will lead to an
administrative admission ruling guided by the RPL policy and the following operational
aspects:

1) Depending on the circumstances, admission to an undergraduate learning

programme or course of study can only come into effect in January/February for
the first semester, or in June/July for the second semester for certain learning
programme.
2) Admission to a postgraduate learning programmes is guided by table
4.1.3.6.7.3.1 below.

4.1.3.2 Staged application and assessment procedure

4.1.3.2. 1 Formulation and submission of an application

Based on the information provided in Section 4.1.3.1 (RPL) above, the applicant drafts a written
application, which he/she then submits to the Student Enrolment Services Unit. When formulating the
application, applicants are advised to seek the assistance of the academic department in question.

4.1.3.2.2 Initial screening of an application for RPL

Any application for the recognition of prior academic achievements at another higher
education institution will be referred to the relevant faculty, where it will be dealt with in
terms of the standing procedures for subject/ Learning programme recognition.

4.1.3.2.3 The faculty in question subjects every application to a substantive assessment process, before
presenting an assessment report to the Assessment and Graduations Unit.

4.1.3.2.4 Institutional validation of the substantive assessment report

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(1) Based on the faculty’s assessment report, the Dean of that faculty, after consultation with
the Registrar, may request the Student Enrolment Services Unit to arrange for the applicant
to undergo formal extraordinary reassessment, the schedule of which will be communicated
to the applicant by the Assessment and Graduations Unit.
(2) The assessment is conducted in a special venue.
(3) The duration of the assessment referred to in (1) is 75 minutes for each hour of the standard
assessment.
(4) Unless otherwise approved by the Dean, all rules pertaining to student conduct shall apply
to the assessment referred to in (1).
(5) The reassessment referred to in (1) is then assessed by the appropriate examiners/assessors.
(6) If the applicant underperforms in the reassessment, the examiner/assessor will take this into
consideration, in view of modifying the substantive assessment results downward.

4.1.3.2.5 Record of assessment

4.1.3.2.5.1 The validated and/or adjusted substantive screening results will be placed on record as the
admission credentials of the applicant when registering, and the applicant will be informed
of this accordingly.

4.1.3.2.5.2 This record must accompany the application for registration (at the time of the applicant’s
initial registration).

4.1.3.2.6 Appeal

4.1.3.2.6.1 An applicant who is dissatisfied with the outcome of the RPL assessment may lodge a
written appeal with the Student Enrolment Services Unit, outlining his/her motivation for
disputing the outcome, and accompanied by proof of payment of the prescribed fee for this
service.
4.1.3.2.6.2 Upon receipt of an applicant’s appeal and proof of payment, the Registrar will appoint an
independent assessor to reassess the evidence in respect of learning achievement, and will
compile a report on the validity, or otherwise, of the assessment outcome.

4.1.3.2.6.3 If the independent assessor arrives at a different outcome to the original assessment, then
the reassessed outcome will, in terms of Section 4.1.5.2.6.2, be confirmed as the official
and outcome, and the fee will be reimbursed to the applicant. Otherwise, the outcome of
the original RPL assessment stands, and the applicant forfeits the deposit.

4.1.3.2.6.4 Subordinate procedures designed to facilitate the execution of the standard admission
procedure may be announced by Senate.

4.1.3.2.6.5 Standard administrative procedures and forms are used in the event of changes to the
agreement concluded with CUT upon registration.

4.1.3.2.6.6 Upon registration at CUT, the student signs a statement in terms of the exemption
stipulations contained in the general rules for students, declaring that he/she will
immediately notify the Assistant Registrar: Academic Structure and Student Enrolment
Services, in writing, on the prescribed form LS149 (available from the Academic Structure
and Student Enrolment Services Unit), of any change of address or contact number.
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4.1.3.2.6.7 Should any change in a learning programme or subject be made, the student must supply
the Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services Unit with the prescribed form
LS151 (available from the Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services Unit),
completed in triplicate, and signed by the HoD concerned, prior to the predetermined
deadline.

4.1.3.2.6.8 In the event of the suspension of studies, the prescribed electronic form LS150 is available
online www.cut.ac.za must be signed by the student and the HoD concerned,. In the event
of a change of residence or the cancellation of board and lodging, the prescribed form
LS150, signed by the supervisory staff member of the residence concerned. If the electronic
form LS150 is not submitted prior to the deadline, no discount/refund of fees will be
granted.

4.1.3.3 General admission regulations for applicants who matriculated in 2007 or before

4.1.3.3.1 An applicant applying for admission to a degree, diploma, higher certificate or certificate
must be in possession of at least a Grade 12 Certificate, or an equivalent certificate as per
approval by Senate.

4.1.3.3.2 An applicant for a CUT degree or / and any higher qualification, must be in possession of
a Matriculation Exemption Certificate or Conditional Exemption Certificate.

4.1.3.3.3 Prospective/aspirant students already in possession of a Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent

may apply for admission to a degree, diploma or certificate. In this case, the application is
assessed using the assessment criteria published on the applicant’s Grade 12 Certificate or
equivalent results.

4.1.3.3.4 In the cases specified in Section 4.1.2, the general minimum M-score qualifying the
applicant for acceptance as a student is as published for that year. The admission criteria
applicable to each learning programme of study are as specified in the CUT Calendar.

4.1.3.3.5 Only a person holding a Grade 12 Certificate or equivalent qualification may be admitted
as a student for a post-secondary qualification. However, CUT may exempt a person from
this criterion on the basis of the outcome of an individual RPL assessment. Applications
for such an RPL assessment may be lodged with the Student Enrolment Services Unit.

4.1.3.3.6 If an applicant meets the minimum subject requirements for a degree, diploma or certificate,
but scores fewer than the minimum points on the CUT scoring scale for the July Grade 12
examination or a subsequent examination, CUT will consider the following aspects:

4.1.3.3.6.1 There must be a place available for the applicant in the learning programme;

4.1.3.3.6.2 The applicant may be subject to selection in the case of a learning programme
where this is a requirement (see the chapter pertaining to the relevant faculty in
the CUT Calendar); and

4.1.3.3.6.3 If an applicant fails to qualify for admission to CUT in terms of these regulations,
he/she may be subject to the testing of potential in terms of Section 4.1.2.17.1
above.
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4.1.3.3.7 Applicants must meet the necessary subject requirements for the various learning
programme.
4.1.3.3.8 The following measuring instruments are used to test potential:

4.1.3.3.8.1 assessment of the prior experience of mature learners;

4.1.3.3.8.2 results achieved in the General Scholastic Aptitude Test (GSAT), which
determines the potential of an applicant, as well as the English Proficiency
Test, which measures an applicant’s understanding of, and proficiency in
English;
4.1.3.3.8.3 Grade 12 results; and
4.1.3.3.8.4 any other measuring instrument determined by Senate or Council.

4.1.3.3.9 The results of the above-mentioned measuring instruments are used in accordance with
the following guidelines:

4.1.3.3.9.1 The results are arranged in sequence of achievement.

4.1.3.3.9.2 Applicants are accepted in accordance with the needs and vacancies in the
specific learning programme.

4.1.3.3.9.3 An applicant who is not selected may be reconsidered at a subsequent

selection opportunity, where the same procedures as those described above will be
followed.

4.1.3.3.10 The applicant must deliver proof that he/she is able to express himself/herself in
English, both verbally and in writing, so that he/she can benefit fully from the learning
programme of his/her choice. Some departments, however, set higher requirements
with regard to language proficiency. An applicant will be offered a place in a
postgraduate programme on condition that he/she possesses a minimum level of
proficiency in English.

4.1.3.3.11 For applicants who matriculated in 2007 or before, CUT awards academic weights for
achievement according to the following scoring scale:

Symbol achieved in Grade of subject in Grade 12

subject in Grade 12 Higher Grade (HG) Standard Grade (SG)

A 8 6
B 7 5
C 6 4
D 5 3
E 4 2
F 3 1
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4.1.3.4. General admission regulations for applicants who completed the National Senior
Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter

4.1.3.4.1 An applicant applying for a degree, diploma higher certificate or certificate must be in
possession of at least the NSC or an equivalent certificate as per approval by Senate.

4.1.3.4.2 An applicant must score at least 27 or more points on the CUT scoring scale for the
NSC examination for admission to CUT. (See the CUT scoring scale in Section 4.1.3.4.9.2 below
for the appropriate weights according to which the above-mentioned totals are calculated.)
However, admission to a learning programme is subject to the requirements of that learning
programme

4.1.3.4.3 Life Orientation forms part of the final score, with a maximum value of 1 (one) point.

4.1.3.4.4 An applicant is expected to possess a minimum level of proficiency in English, as this

is the Language of Learning and Teaching (LoLT) at CUT. A mark of 50% for English as Home
Language (Vernacular) and First Additional Language is therefore considered to be sufficient,
although any proof of proficiency in the English language will also be taken into consideration.
Refer to the language policy of CUT in this regard. Cases where learners with an M-score of 27
or higher had obtained 40% to 49% for English in their final assessment, should be dealt with on
an individual basis, at the discretion of the relevant Faculty Dean.

4.1.3.4.5 If an applicant meets the minimum subject requirements for the certificate, diploma or
degree, but scores fewer than the minimum points on the CUT scoring scale for the NSC
examination, CUT will consider the following aspects: There must be a place available for the
applicant in the particular learning programme.

4.1.3.4.5.1 The applicant may be subject to selection test in the case of learning
programme where this is a requirement (see Section 4.1.3.4.6.3 below for the
specific requirements of each learning programme).

4.1.3.4.5.2 If an applicant fails to qualify for admission to CUT in terms of these

regulations, he/she may be subject to the testing of potential in terms of Section
4.1.2.17.1 above. Regulations pertaining to the testing of potential:

4.1.3.4.6 The applicant must meet the necessary subject requirements for the learning programme in
question.

4.1.3.4.7 The following measuring instruments are used to test the potential of an applicant:

4.1.3.4.7.1 RPL, with admission to be approved before

an applicant may register.

4.1.3.4.7.2 Assessment of the prior experience for matured learners, and GSAT and English
Proficiency Test results.

4.1.3.4.7.3 NSC results.

4.1.3.4.7.4 Any other measuring instrument determined by Senate or Council.

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4.1.3.4.8 The results of the above-mentioned measuring instruments are used in accordance with the
following guidelines:

4.1.3.4.8.1 The results are arranged in sequence of achievement; and

4.1.3.4.8.2 Applicants are accepted in accordance with the need and spaces available in the
specific learning programme.
4.1.3.4.9 An applicant who is not selected may be reconsidered at a subsequent selection opportunity,
where the same procedures as those described above will be followed.

4.1.3.4.9.1 The applicant must deliver proof that he/she is able to express himself/herself well in
English, both verbally and in writing, so that he/she can benefit fully from the learning
programme of his/her choice. Some departments, however, set higher requirements
with regard to language proficiency. An applicant will be offered a place in a
postgraduate programme, on condition that he/she possesses a minimum level of
proficiency in English,

4.1.3.4.9.2 For applicants who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter, CUT awards
academic weights for achievement according to the following scoring scale:

Percentage
achieved in NSC 30-39% 40-49% 50-59% 60-69% 70-79% 80-89% 90-100%
subject

Points rating for

2 3 4 5 6 7 8
% value

An applicant scoring 22 to 26 points on CUT’s scoring scale must undergo a selection test. An applicant
must obtain an achievement level of at least 4 (50% to 59%) in Life Orientation in the NSC. Even if a
higher mark is achieved in Life Orientation, the value will still only be awarded as one on the CUT
scoring scale.

An applicant who scores less than 22 points on the CUT scoring scale in the July or
subsequent NSC examination is an applicant who does not possess the necessary skills to
successfully pursue a course of study at CUT under the prevailing circumstances. Such
an applicant will not be admitted to CUT unless he/she improves his/her results by
obtaining a FET/TVET certificate/qualification.

4.1.3.4.9.3 An applicant is expected to possess a minimum level of proficiency in English, as

this is the LoLT at CUT. A mark of 50% for English as Home Language (Vernacular)
or First Additional Language is therefore considered to be sufficient, although any
sufficient proof of proficiency in the English language will also be taken into
consideration. Refer to the language policy of CUT in this regard. Cases where
learners with an M-score of 27 or higher had obtained 40% to 49% for English in
their final assessment, should be dealt with on an individual basis, at the discretion
of the relevant Faculty Dean.
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4.1.3.4.9.4 An applicant may be expected to attend an interview, undergo a selection test, and/or
make a written presentation to the HoD. Applicants who have not recently been
engaged in study, and who apply for admission to postgraduate studies, are normally
invited for such an interview, or are requested to undergo a selection test and/or make
a written presentation. No offer of admission to CUT will be made during such an
interview or selection opportunity. Any offer of admission to CUT will be in writing
and will be mailed to the applicant.

4.1.3.5 General admission regulations for applicants who completed the N-qualification at an
FET/TVET college

For applicants in possession of an N3, N4, N5 and N6 qualification, CUT awards academic weights for
achievement according to the following scoring scale:

Matric symbol
SG HG N3 N4 N5/N6
achieved
A 6 8 6 8
B 5 7 5 7 Applicants should apply for
individual subject recognition
C 4 6 4 6
if applying for a learning
D 3 5 3 5 programme similar to that of
E 2 4 2 4 the FET/TVET.
F 1 3 1 3

An applicant in possession of an N3, N4, N5 or N6 certificate may qualify for admission to the first year
of a CUT qualification. However, such an applicant must meet the minimum admission requirements,
including the language- and learning programme-specific requirements. Applicants may be requested to
write a selection test;

An applicant in possession of an N3 certificate, or an equivalent NQF-level certificate, may qualify for

admission to the first year of a CUT qualification, provided the applicant apply for the similar or
equivalent qualification to that completed at FET/TVET colleges. Furthermore, applicants with Grade
12 or NQF level 4 certificate plus N4 and/or N5 and/or N6 certificate, or an equivalent NQF-level 5
qualification, may be admitted, provided that they qualify for the learning programme/course they are
applying for. Applicant with an FET/TVET College Diploma or equivalent may be admitted to a higher
qualification at NQF level 7, provided they have applied for. as contained in the admission policy.

4.1.3.5.1 An applicant is expected to possess a minimum level of proficiency in English, as this is the
LoLT at CUT. A mark of 50% for English as Home Language (Vernacular) or First Additional
Language is therefore considered to be sufficient, although any sufficient proof of proficiency in
the English language will also be taken into consideration. Refer to the language policy of CUT
in this regard. Cases where learners with an M-score of 27 or higher had obtained 40% to 49%
for English in their final assessment, should be dealt with on an individual basis, at the discretion
of the relevant Faculty Dean.
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4.1.3.5.2 Applicants with N3 certificates should ensure that they enrol for additional two languages at
NQF level 4 so that they comply with the selection of the seven best subjects in terms of
minimum admission requirements.
An applicant with a Diploma or equivalent NQF-level qualification qualifies to apply for the
bachelors’ degree for the same Diploma qualification, with full recognition, given the same
qualification credits and NQF levels.

Subject recognition may be granted to FET/TVET students who have successfully completed
their FET/TVET N4 to N6 certificates. Such subject recognition will only be considered for first
year CUT certificate and/or diploma subjects and will only be based on FET/TVET N6-level or
equivalent certificate subjects successfully completed. These subjects must be passed at N4, N5
and N6 or equivalent level, with a score of 40% or above. An official statement of results must
be presented to CUT.

An applicant who has failed some subjects in the NSC (HEQSF Level 3) may be enrolled in an
FET/TVET college for N3-level subjects. Upon successful completion of the N3 subjects, the
applicant may apply to the Provincial Education Department for the results to be combined and
converted to the NSC qualification. This is an uMalusi function.
4.1.3.5.3 An applicant who has failed the NSC may also enrol and complete the N3
certificate/qualification, which is comprised of four subjects. The applicant would still require
an endorsement of the results from the Provincial Department of Education. This is an uMalusi
function.

4.1.3.6 General admission regulations for applicants who completed the National Certificate
(Vocational) NC(V) Level 4

4.1.3.6.1 For applicants in possession of an NC(V) Level 4 qualification, CUT awards academic weights
for achievement according to the following scoring scale:

Percentage
achieved in NCV 30-39% 40-49% 50-59% 60-69% 70-79% 80-89% 90-100%
subject

Points rating for

2 3 4 5 6 7 8
% value

4.1.3.6.2 An applicant in possession of NC(V) Level 4 may qualify for admission to the first year of a
CUT qualification. However, such an applicant must meet the minimum admission requirements,
including the language- and learning programme-specific requirements. Applicants may be requested
to write a selection test

4.1.3.6.2.1 Programme-specific requirements for NC (V) applicants:

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CUT SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS NC(V)4 LEARNING
QUALIFICA PROGRAMME
TION

Civil Engineering and Building Construction

Diploma In addition to the general admission Construction Planning
in Engineering requirements, Construction Supervision
Technology minimum pass mark of 50% (rating 4) in Materials
in Civil both Mathematics and Physical Sciences. Carpentry and Roof Work
Engineering Mathematical Literacy will not be Concrete Structures
accepted. Masonry
Applicants in possession of the National Physical Science
Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be Plumbing
selected according to the Roads
selection requirements as approved by Drawing Office Practice
Senate.
Higher Certificate: In addition to the general admission Architectural Graphics
Construction requirements, & Technology
a minimum mark of 50% in Mathematics Civil & Structural Steel
is Work
required for applicants seeking to pursue Building Engineering
their studies in Construction. Physical Drawing Office Procedures
Science is recommended. & Techniques
Education and Development
Diploma: Design In addition to the general admission Art & Science of Teaching
and requirements, Human & Social
Studio Art every applicant must write an access Development
assessment test Learning Psychology
and undergo an interview. The following
subjects are highly recommended:
Painting, Ceramics, Drawing,
Graphic Design, Graphic Processes,
Jewellery
Design, Jewellery Manufacturing,
Entrepreneurship
& Business Management (only N4), and
History of Art
(N5 & N6).

Electrical Infrastructure Construction

Diploma in In addition to the general admission Electrical Principles &
Engineering requirements, Practice
Technology minimum mark of 50% on standard Electronic Control &
in Electrical grade or 40% on higher grade in English, Digital Electronics
Engineering Physical Sciences and Electrical Workmanship
Mathematics. Electrical Systems &
Minimum pass mark of 50% (rating 4) in Construction
Mathematics, Physical Sciences and
English. Mathematical
Literacy will not be accepted.
Applicants in possession of the National
Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be
selected according to the Physical Science
selection requirements as approved by
Senate
Engineering and Related Design
Diploma In addition to the general admission Applied Engineering
In Engineering requirements, Technology
Technology Engineering Processes
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In Mechanical minimum pass mark of 50% (rating 4) in Professional Engineering

Engineering Mathematics, Physical Sciences and Practice
English. Mathematical Automotive Repair &
Literacy will not be accepted. Maintenance
Applicants in possession of the National Engineering Fabrication –
Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be Boiler-making
selected according to the Engineering Fabrication –
selection requirements as approved by Sheet-metal Worker
Senate Fitting & Turning
Physical Science
Refrigeration & Air-
conditioning Processes
Welding
Hospitality
Diploma: In addition to the general admission Client Services & Human
Hospitality requirements, a minimum mark of 50% Relations
Management in one of the following subjects is Food Preparation
recommended: Accounting, Hospitality Generics
Mathematics, Business Economics, Hospitality Services
Economics, Mercantile Law, Hotel-
keeping and Catering, or Home
Economics. Applicants with 32 points or
more on the CUT scoring scale will be
automatically admitted to this
programme. Due to the relatively high
demand for places in this programme, no
applicants with a score lower than 27 on
the CUT scoring scale will be considered
for selection (recognition of prior
learning (RPL) cases excluded).
Information Technology and Computer Science
Diploma in In addition to the general admission Computer Programming
Information requirements, Data Communication &
Technology NSC 2007, minimum mark of 60% on Networking
standard grade or 40% on higher grade in Systems Analysis &
Mathematics or Computer Science. Design
An applicant must also successfully
complete the selection process for
admission is required. Every applicant
must write an access assessment
test
NSC 2008, minimum pass
mark of 40% (rating 3) in Mathematics
or Computer Science, or 60% (rating 5)
in Mathematical Literacy.
Applicants in possession of the National
Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be
selected according to the
selection requirements as approved by Multimedia Service
Senate. (implementation in 2013)
Management
Diploma in An applicant must score at least 27 or
Public more points on Operations Management
Management the CUT scoring scale.
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Diploma Public Management: Due to

the high demand admissions will be
managed to allow not more than 50% of
Students from FET/TVET colleges and
grade 12 learners, respectively.

An applicant from the Higher Certificate

Community
Development Work learning programme
(NQF 5) will
only be allowed to vertically articulate to
the Diploma
learning Programme (NQF 6) if the
applicant obtains
the NQF 5 qualification.
Diploma in
Human
Resources
Management.

Project
Management

Marketing Management
Diploma in An applicant must score at least 27 or Advertising & Promotions
Marketing more points Marketing
on the CUT scoring scale. Marketing Communication
Consumer Behaviour
Contact Centre Operations

Office Management
Diploma in Office An applicant must score at least 27 or Business Practice
Management and more points Office Data Processing
Technology on the CUT scoring scale. Office Practice
Personal Assistance
BACHELOR’S DEGREES: ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING
Bachelor of An applicant must score at least 27 or NCV (4) LEARNING
Management more points PROGRAMME
Sciences in on the CUT scoring scale.
Accountancy Proficiency in written and spoken Finance
English; and
Economics
An NSC with degree exemption, or a
Grade 12 Accounting
certificate, or a National Certificate
Vocational (NCV)
(4) (in Finance, Economics and
Accounting).
Selection tests, which may include
psychometric
testing.
RPL according to CUT policy.
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Primary
Agriculture
Diploma in In addition to the general admission Animal Production.
Agricultural requirements,
Management a minimum mark of 40% in one of the
following
subjects, as well as a minimum mark of
50% in another, is required: Agricultural
Sciences, and/or Biology or Life
Sciences,
Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy,
Life Orientation,
Economics, Accounting or Physical
Science
Advanced Plant Production
Primary Farm Planning &
Agriculture Mechanisation
Diploma: In addition to the general admission Agri-business
Agricultural requirements,
Management a minimum mark of 40% in one of the
Process following subjects, as well as a minimum
Instrumentation mark of 50% in another, is required: Electronics Control &
Diploma in Agricultural Sciences, and/or Biology or Digital Electronics
Engineering Life Sciences,
Technology Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy,
in Electrical Life Orientation,
Engineering Economics, Accounting or Physical
Science.
In addition to the general admission
requirements,
a minimum mark of 50% in both
Mathematics and
Physical Science is required for applicants
wishing
to pursue their studies in Civil
Engineering. Every
applicant must write an access assessment
test. Engineering Processes

Process Instrumentation Physical Science

Diploma in In addition to the general admission Instrumentation
Engineering requirements, Technology
Technology a minimum mark of 50% in both
in Electrical Mathematics and
Engineering Physical Science is required for applicants
wishing to
pursue their studies in Civil Engineering.
Every
applicant must write an access assessment
test.
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4.1.3.6.3 NC(V) Level 4 applicants must score the minimum admission points on the scoring scale for
admission, as prescribed in the CUT admission policy. As NC(V) learning programme are highly
specialised, such applicants will only be considered for admission into learning programme of similar
specialisation. For example, NC(V): Tourism applicants will be considered for the National Diploma or
Diploma: Tourism Management only, and no other specialisation, regardless of their performance in the
NC(V) examinations. Admission to a learning programme is subject to the requirements of that learning
programme.

4.1.3.6.4 NC(V) Level 4 applicants are eligible for university admission only if they have obtained a full
qualification. No applicant will be admitted based on the completion of certain subjects in a qualification
(NC(V).

4.1.3.6.5 Life Orientation forms part of the final score, with a maximum value of one.
4.1.3.6.6 An applicant is expected to possess a minimum level of proficiency in English, as this is the
LoLT at CUT. A mark of 50% for English as Home Language (Vernacular) or First Additional Language
is therefore considered to be sufficient, although any sufficient proof of proficiency in the English
language will also be taken into consideration. Refer to the language policy of CUT in this regard. Cases
where learners with an M-score of 27 or higher had obtained 40% to 49% for English in their final
assessment, should be dealt with on an individual basis, at the discretion of the relevant Faculty Dean

Learning programme-specific requirements for NC (V) applicants:

4.1.3.6.7 General admission regulations for applicants with conditional exemption by virtue of
mature age
4.1.3.6.7.1 Applicant who are 23 years or older, who is in possession of a Senior Certificate,
and who has been granted a certificate of conditional exemption by the Universities South Africa
(USAf), formerly known as Higher Education South Africa (HESA) on the grounds of mature
age, may be admitted to CUT. The applicant must have met the following requirements:

4.1.3.6.7.2 Attained the age of 23 years before or during the year in which the applicant
wishes to register at the university;

4.1.3.6.7.3 Before 31 March of the year for which a certificate of conditional exemption is
required, passed with at least four Higher Grade or Standard Grade subjects, at least three of
which shall have been passed simultaneously, and one of which shall be a recognised subject on
the Higher Grade, provided further that:

4.1.3.6.7.3.1 Table
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Qualification Minimum NQF Minimum Admission Progression
Type total Exit Requirements
credits Level
Higher 120 5 National Senior Certificate Advanced
Certificate or the Certificate
National Certificate
Vocational with
appropriate subject
combinations and
levels of achievement
Minister’s policies
Advanced 120 6 Higher Certificate in the Diploma
Certificate appropriate field. Programme
or Bachelor’s
degree
Diploma 120/240/360 6 240- or 360-credit Diploma 240- or 360-
meets the credit Diploma
meets
minimum entry requirement Bachelor’s
for degree.240-
admission to a Bachelor’s credit
degree. Diploma may
enter an
Accumulated credits may also Advanced
be Diploma
resented for admission into a
cognate bachelor’s degree
programme. Completion of a
360-credit Diploma also meets
the
minimum entry requirement
for
admission to an Advanced
Diploma.240-credit Diploma
may
enter an Advanced Diploma
upon
successful completion of a
work-
integrated learning
component or
a combination of work-
integrated
learning and coursework
equivalent
to 120 credits.
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Advanced 120 7 Higher Certificate in the Postgraduate
Diploma appropriate field Diploma, a
Bachelor Honours
Degree
or a Bachelor’s
degree
Bachelor’s 360/480 7/8 National Senior Certificate 360 Bachelor's
Degree with Degree minimum
appropriate subject Entry for Bachelor
combinations Honours Degree or
and levels of achievement, as Postgraduate
defined in the Minister’s Diploma. A Level 8
policy, Bachelor’s Degree
Minimum Admission with 480 credits
Requirements for Higher meet the minimum
Certificate, requirement
Diploma and bachelor’s for admission to a
degree Learning cognate
programme Requiring a Master’s degree
National Senior
Certificate
Postgraduate 120 8 Diploma or bachelor’s degree a Postgraduate
Diploma Diploma meets
the minimum entry
requirement for
admission to a
Master’s Degree
Bachelor 120 8 Bachelor’s Degree or Completion of a
Honours appropriate Bachelor Honours
Degree Advanced Diploma. Degree meets the
minimum entry
requirement for
admission to a
cognate Master’s
Degree
Master’s 180 9 Bachelor Honours Degree or Completion of a
Degree a relevant Postgraduate Master’s Degree
Diploma. meets the minimum
entry
requirement for
admission to a
cognate Doctoral
Degree
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Professional 180 9 Bachelor Honours Degree or Completion of a
Master’s a Postgraduate Diploma. A Master’s Degree
Degree cognate meets the minimum
Bachelor’s Degree at Level 8 entry
may also be requirement for
recognised as meeting the admission to a
minimum cognate Doctoral
entry requirement to a Degree
cognate Master’s
Degree
programme.
Doctoral 360 10 Master’s degree. A Doctoral Degree
Degree (including the Higher
Doctorate)
is the highest
Qualification
type awarded within
this
framework

4.1.3.6.7.4 An official second language subject shall be recognised as a subject if at least

40% is obtained.

4.1.3.6.7.5 Other subjects may be recognised for the purpose of this subparagraph,
or a certificate of conditional exemption may be issued in terms of this paragraph
to a person whose general educational qualifications satisfy the Committee of
Principals Universities South Africa.

4.1.3.6.7.6 The university may, at its discretion, admit a student who has been granted a
certificate of conditional exemption by Universities South Africa (USAf) on the
grounds of having attained the age of 45 years during or before the year in which
he/she intends to register for a diploma, irrespective of his/her educational
qualification.

4.1.3.6.7.7 A certificate of conditional exemption issued by virtue of a Senior Certificate shall

be deemed to have lapsed if the holder of the certificate does not satisfy the
outstanding requirements within a period equal to the minimum prescribed full-
time duration for the relevant qualification plus two additional years, calculated
from 1 January of the year in which the holder registers for the qualification at a
university. It may be renewed on application.

4.1.3.6.8 General admission regulations for applicants who completed the higher certificate

4.1.3.6.8.1 The admission requirement to register for the higher certificate is Matric/NSC a
with higher certificate or diploma studies endorsement. It is accessed by students
who could not be admitted by universities owing to inadequate point scores, or
who could not meet the subject requirements. Rather than enrolling for N3-5,
some students select the higher certificate route.

4.1.3.6.8.2 The qualification has a minimum of 120 credits for NQF Level 5, and focuses on
different specialisation areas, such as Information Technology (IT), Marketing,
Office Administration, etc. Graduates of the higher certificate are admitted to
advanced certificates, diplomas, or degrees, depending on each university’s
preference.
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4.1.3.7 Regulations pertaining to ACADEMIC EXCLUSION

4.1.3.7.1 In the implementation of CUT’s admission policy, the regulations pertaining to readmission
are applicable to all academically unsuccessful students.

A student is academically unsuccessful in the following instances:

A student is academically unsuccessful in the following instances:

a) In the case of a first-year student failing all subjects: the student can be referred to ECP
learning programme.
b) In the case of a first-year student: Failing all credit-bearing subjects for which he/she is
enrolled at the end of academic year. A warning letter will be issued to a student indicating
poor performance. Non-credit-bearing subjects do not count during academic exclusion
c) In the case of a senior student: Failing, on two consecutive attempts, 50% or more of the
subjects for which he/she is enrolled, and/or cancelling some or all modules or the course for
which he/she is registered, after registration control date in the particular academic year. A
warning letter will be issued to a student indicating poor performance.
d) Students are excluded at the end of each academic year, as opposed to at the end of each
semester.
e) First year students in the Faculty of Engineering Built Environment and Information
Technology are regarded as senior students during second semester registration.

4.1.3.7.2 In the case of full-time students, the qualification must be completed in the minimum
stipulated study period, plus an additional complement/add-on of half the minimum study
period. In essence, this implies that the period will be rounded off to the next full academic
year, meaning that a three-year qualification, for example, must be completed within the
maximum period of five years.

4.1.3.7.3 Part-time students must complete the qualification in double the minimum time allowed,
meaning that a three-year qualification, for example, must be completed within the maximum
period of six years.

4.1.3.8 THE APPEALS PROCESS

• Students who are underperforming, receive notification in writing from the CUT Academic
Structure and Student Enrolment Unit, informing them of their poor performance.
• Students are given an opportunity to apply for an appeal process through the same unit.
• After the closing date for appeals, the Appeals Committee is convened to review all
applications.
• The outcome of the appeals process is communicated to all students (successful and unsuccessful
appeals).
• Should the outcome of the appeal be unsuccessful, students may re-appeal against the decision.

DURATION OF ACADEMIC EXCLUSION

The duration of the period of academic exclusion is determined by the nature of the academic
shortcomings exhibited by the student, the time required to address those shortcomings, and evidence
that the student’s shortcomings have been addressed. The duration of the academic exclusion is as
follows:
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4.1.3.8.1 for at most two years if registered for a year learning programme; and
4.1.3.8.2 for at most two semesters if registered for a semester learning programme.

4.1.3.9 CONDITIONS PERTAINING TO ACADEMIC EXCLUSION

If a student should fail one or more subjects, he/she, when re-enrolling, may enrol only for the same
number of subjects passed during the preceding study period. This rule is to be read in conjunction with
the relevant regulation pertaining to registration contained in the general rules for students (published in
Chapter 4 of the CUT Calendar and in Section E of the Institutional Regulatory Code (IRC), as well as
on the admissions information webpage on the CUT website), which stipulate that no student may
register for a subject unless he/she has passed the preceding level of that particular subject, and that
when re-enrolling, he/she must first enrol for the subjects failed, and thereafter for additional subjects,
taking into account all prerequisites applicable to those particular subjects. The scheduling of the lecture
periods for these additional subjects may not conflict with the scheduling of the lecture periods for the
failed subjects.

A student who is considered to be academically unsuccessful in terms of subjects for which he/she must
register in each academic year, as specified in the regulations pertaining to the faculty in question (see
the section on exemption as contained in the general rules for students), will not be accepted into any
other faculty at CUT.

A student who is failing tests and/or subjects is expected to seek assistance as soon as possible, in an
effort to resolve his/her academic problems. CUT provides such assistance in the form of a student
counselling service rendered by the Wellness Centre.

Except with the special permission of Senate, an applicant will be refused readmission to a master’s or
doctoral degree if, in the opinion of the supervisor(s) and the Dean of the faculty concerned, he/she has
not succeeded in making the minimum progress in his/her studies and/or project(s).

4.1.3.10 READMISSION AFTER ACADEMIC EXCLUSION

Students should note that, after serving the exclusion period, students must appeal before attempting
registration. This must be done through the Student Enrolment Services Unit

Academically unsuccessful students are encouraged to register for failed subjects at another institution
and produce evidence that the subjects have been passed when applying for readmission. Should the
content be equivalent to the CUT curriculum, the subjects will be exempted.

4.1.3.11 Regulations pertaining to learning programme

The general admission requirements for all qualifications, in addition to the basic entry requirements
outlined in the admission policy, are stipulated below.

4.1.3.11.1 Higher certificates

An NSC or equivalent qualification is required for admission.

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Applicants in possession of the NCV will be selected according to the selection requirements approved
by Senate. Applicants with a score lower than 27 on the CUT scoring scale may be subject to a selection
process, based on a minimum number of points to be scored on the CUT scoring scale.
Refer to the CUT Calendar for faculty-specific requirements.

4.1.3.11.2 Advanced certificates

The minimum entry requirement is a Higher Certificate in the appropriate field.

Refer to the CUT Calendar for faculty-specific requirements

4.1.3.11.3 Diplomas

An NSC or equivalent qualification is required for admission. Applicants in possession of the NCV will
be selected according to the selection requirements approved by Senate.

Refer to the CUT Calendar for faculty-specific requirements.

4.1.3.11.4 Advanced Diplomas

A student who has been awarded an appropriate Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification
may apply for admission to Advanced Diploma. All admissions to Advanced Diploma will be subject to
the approval of the relevant HoD. In the event of such, an Advanced Diploma may be completed within
the minimum period of one year of full-time study, or two years of part-time study.

4.1.3.11.5 Bachelor’s degree

A Senior Certificate (SC) with endorsement or equivalent for applicants who matriculated in 2007 or
before. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with admission to Bachelors’ Degree.
A minimum mark of 50% in English. Applicants with an M-score of 27 or higher, but who had obtained
a final mark of between 40% and 49% for English, should undergo a selection test.
An applicant should have obtained at least 27 or more points on the CUT scale of notation.
Refer to the CUT Calendar for the specific requirements of each learning programme.

4.1.3.11.6 Postgraduate diplomas

A student who has been awarded an appropriate bachelor’s degree or appropriate Advanced Diploma or
equivalent qualification may apply for admission to Postgraduate diplomas. All admissions to
Postgraduate diplomas will be subject to the approval of the relevant HoD. In the event of such, a
Postgraduate diploma may be completed within the minimum period of one year of full-time study, or
two years of part-time study.

4.1.3.11.7 Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE)

The applicant must normally hold at least a bachelor’s degree or three-year diploma, evaluated at NQF
Level 6 (360 credits). The degree or diploma must include at least two school-related subjects at second-
year level. Alternatively, one school-related subject must be at either second-year or third-year level,
and one must be at first-year level, on condition that the latter will be registered for upgrading to second-
year level concurrently with the PGCE, for non-degree purposes. The 360-credit-diploma teaching
subjects must be within the list of the DHET fields.
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Qualifying applicants must be proficient in both oral and written formal English and must have reliable
internet access to the online Web CT/Blackboard used to support the teaching and learning experience.

4.1.3.11.8 Bachelor’s Honours.

The applicant must have either an applicable Bachelor’s degree.
For admission to the Bachelor Honours, the applicant must be in possession of:
• Bachelor’s degree; or
• an appropriate degree or Advanced diploma,

Additional Requirement for Bachelor of Science: Hydrology and Water Management

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% on SG, or 40% on HG in
Biology/Physiology, Mathematics and Physical Sciences is required. A minimum admission point score
(APS) of 28 points on the CUT scale of nation is also required.

For applicants who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the applicant must be in possession of an NSC with
endorsement for a bachelor’s degree. A minimum mark of 50% in Life Sciences/Physiology,
Mathematics and Physical Sciences is required. A minimum APS of 28 points on the CUT scale of
notation is also required.

Applicants in possession of the NCV will be selected according to the selection requirements approved
by Senate.

4.1.3.11.9 Master’s degrees

Regulations pertaining to selection.

For all students, admission to a master’s degree is subject to approval by the relevant HoD. No person
may register for a master’s degree unless he/she is in possession of an Bachelor Honours Degree, a
professional 480-credit bachelor’s degree or postgraduate diploma, or a BTech degree, provided that the
BTech degree has a research methodology component, and if not, a research methodology component
should be taken before embarking on a master’s degree.

Admission into a learning programme is based on (a) meeting the requirements for that learning
programme. For a master’s degree (NQF Level 9) a basic admission requirement is a relevant NQF level
8 qualification. In cases where an applicant does not meet the NQF level qualification, RPL and the
articulation of design principle can be used for admission into the learning programme. The minimum
registration period for the qualification (including assessment) leading to the attainment of the master’s
degree is one year of full-time study or two consecutive years of part-time study. This requirement shall
under no circumstances be waived or altered.
The minimum duration of the learning programme for a master’s degree is one year of full-time study,
or two consecutive years of part-time study.

Any person enrolled as a student at CUT while also holding a position at a place of work in terms of the
Labour Relations Act (Act No. 66 of 1995), is considered to be a part-time student, whilst any other
student is considered to be a full-time student. The student registers annually until the Assessment and
Graduations Unit confirms that the qualification has been achieved. Notwithstanding the fact that
students registering for the first time may register at any given time during the year, the registration is
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accepted as being effective as from January of the year in question. A student registered for longer than
the required minimum duration of study is required to pay an extension fee upon registration, as
determined annually by CUT.

Except with the special permission of Senate, no applicant may be registered for the master’s degree for
a period exceeding residency period.
A person who has registered for a master’s degree will automatically be deregistered if the protocol and
form LS 262 are not approved within six months (full-time master’s degree students) or one year (part-
time master’s degree students), respectively.
International postgraduate applicants must have all their previous post-school qualifications evaluated
by SAQA before applying for postgraduate studies at CUT.

Admission to a Master’s degree is subject to the approval of the relevant HoD or his/her delegate.

Applicants must be in possession of:

• a Bachelor Honours Degree; or
• an appropriate 480-credit NQF-level 8 professional bachelor’s degree; or
• a relevant Bachelor Honours Degree; or
• a postgraduate diploma for a cognate MEd learning programme provided that it meets the
HEQSF research requirement of at least 30 credits.

For a master’s applications should be a marks statement at B-level, to indicate that the 65% for main
subjects and 60% average were attained. This must be on official university statements.

Registration for a Master’s degree is subject to the provisions of the Student Assessment Manual

4.1.3.11.10 Doctoral degrees

Regulations pertaining to selection.

For all students, admission to a doctoral degree will be subject to the approval of the relevant HoD. No
person may register for a doctoral degree unless he/she is in possession of an appropriate master’s degree
or equivalent qualification, as approved by Senate, provided that Senate considers the standard of study
to be sufficient.

Registration for a doctoral degree is subject to the provisions of the Student Assessment Manual. For
doctoral applications, a marks statement indicating 65% should be included. This must be on official
university statements.
The minimum duration of the learning programme for a doctoral degree is two consecutive years of full-
time study. For part-time study, it is either three or four consecutive years depending on the program.
Any person enrolled as a student at CUT while also holding a position at a place of work in terms of the
Labour Relations Act (Act No. 66 of 1995), is considered to be a part-time student, whilst any other
student is considered to be a full-time student. The student registers annually until the Assessment and
Graduations Unit confirms that the qualification has been achieved. Notwithstanding the fact that
students registering for the first time may register at any given time during the year, the registration is
accepted as being effective as from January of the year in question. A student registered for longer than
the required minimum duration of study is required to pay an extension fee upon registration, as
determined annually by CUT.
Except with the special permission of Senate, no applicant may be registered for a doctoral degree for a
period exceeding five or six years depending on the program.
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A person who has registered for a doctoral degree will automatically be deregistered if the protocol and
form LS 262 are not approved within six months (full-time doctoral degree students) or one year (part-
time doctoral degree students), respectively.

International postgraduate applicants must have their highest previous post-school qualifications
evaluated by SAQA before applying for postgraduate studies at CUT.

In all CUT learning programmes class attendance is not compulsory. The medium of instruction in
all learning programmes is English.

4.1.3.12 Residency Period

Residency period is based on the duration of a specific learning programme and the offering type of a
learning programme.

4.1.3.12.1 Residency Period for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Learning Programmes

i. Higher Certificate, Advanced Certificate, Advanced Diploma, offered on a full-time basis for a
one-year duration has a residency period of two years.
ii. Higher Certificate, Advanced Certificate, Advanced Diploma, offered on a part-time basis for a
two-year duration has a residency period of three years
iii. Diploma and Bachelor’s Degree offered on a full-time basis for a three-year duration has a
residency period of five years.
iv. Diploma and Bachelor’s Degree offered on a part-time basis for a five-year duration has a
residency period of seven years.
v. Bachelor’s Degree offered on a full-time basis for a four-year duration has a residency period of
six years.
vi. Bachelor’s Degree offered on a part-time basis for a six-year duration has a residency period of
eight years.
vii. Bachelor’s Honours Degree offered on a full-time basis for a one-year duration has a residency
period of two years.
viii. Bachelor’s Honours Degree offered on a part-time basis for a two-year duration has a residency
period of three years

4.1.3.12.2 Residency Period for Master’s Degrees

Master’s Degree offered on a full-time basis for a one-year duration has a residency period of two years.
Master’s Degree offered on a part-time basis for a two-year duration has a residency period of four years.
Except with the special permission of Senate, no candidate may be registered for the master’s degree for
a period exceeding a residency period.
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NATIONAL INTERNATIONAL

APS NSC/IEB SC HG SC SG HIGCSE/ IGCSE AS A IB IB KCSE

M-SCORE M-SCORE NSSC(HL) NSSC (OL) LEVELS LEVELS (HL) (SL)

10 A 7

9 B 6

8 7 (90-100%) A C 5

7 7 (80-89%) B 1 A D 4 7 A+A

6 6 (70-79%) B A 2 A B E 3 6 A-

5 5 (60-69%) D B 3 B C 2 5 B+

4 4 (50-59%) E C 4 C D 1 4 B, B-

3 3 (40-49%) F D

2 2 (30-39%) E

1 1 (0-29%) F

4.1.3.12.3 Residency

Period for Doctoral Degrees

Doctoral degrees offered on a full-time basis for a two-year duration has a residency period of four years.
Doctoral degrees offered on a part-time basis for either a three-year or a four-year duration has a
residency period of five or six years.
iv. The PhD Management Sciences, the maximum duration is calculated as follows: [Min part-
time (4) + 50% (4)] = (4+2) =6 years.
v. Other doctorates the minimum duration: (a) full-time = 2 years; (b) part-time = 3 years.
vi. The maximum duration is calculated as follows: [Min part-time (3) + 50% (4)] = (3+1.5) = 4.5
corrected to the nearest whole year = 5 years

4.1.3.13 Admission of international applicants

Undergraduate Applicants
In order for an international student (other than SADC) to be admitted to any undergraduate programme
(i.e. Higher Certificate, Advanced Certificate, Diploma and Bachelor degree) at CUT, all applicants who
have a school leaving qualification achieved outside of the Republic of South Africa, requires a
certificate of exemption from the Matriculation Board of South Africa (USAf).
Applicants who completed foreign school leaving certificate/qualification should use the matrix below
for determination of admission score:
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In addition to the above, applicants must meet the minimum School Performance Score (SPS) and
programme-specific requirements and will be selected at the discretion of the relevant faculty. All
applicants with foreign secondary school education who are applying for admission to CUT degree
programmes must apply for an evaluation of their qualifications by USAf, prior to being accepted to
CUT.

The following supporting documents must be submitted to the Matriculation Board (USAf) on the
address provided below;

• Form M30 (this form can be downloaded on the Matriculation Board

website https://mb.usaf.ac.za)
• Correctly certified copies of the applicants, educational qualifications certified by a South
African High Commission, Consulate, Trade Mission or a Public Notary in your home country
• A correctly certified copy of your passport or birth certificate certified by a South African High
Commission, Consulate, Trade Mission or a Public Notary in your home country
• Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than
English)
• Exemption fee as determined by the Matriculation Board (see website https://mb.usaf.ac.za)
• Submit proof of payment for the Exemption fee of R610 (this fee is reviewed annually) payable
to the banking details below

CONTACT DETAILS – MATRICULATIONS BOARD (USAf)

UNISA Sunnyside Campus P O Box 3854
1st Floor, Block E Pretoria, 0001
Hatfield Office Park South Africa
1267 Pretorius Street Tel. no: +27 10 591 4401/2
Hatfield Email: applications @usaf.ac.za
Pretoria Website: https://mb.usaf.ac.za

Banking Details – Matriculation Board

Bank – ABSA
Account Name – Matriculation Board
Account number – 4059036917
Branch Name – Sunnyside
Branch Code – 630345
When paying at an international bank Swift Code – ABSA ZA JJ

Applicants must use this link to apply: https://mbit-application.usaf.ac.za/assessment/

Applicants from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Congo Brazzaville need to submit the classe 6
transcript, D’Etat or and post school qualifications and the letter from the DRC Embassy confirming
the qualifications.
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NB: Copies of original educational qualifications (High School and post-school qualifications) certified
correct by the Registrar of a South African public university or by a South African Embassy, Consulate,
High Commission or Trade mission or by public Notary in a foreign country. Sworn translations into
either English or Afrikaans must accompany documents originally issued in another language.
Please take note that, without such an USAf evaluation exemption, CUT is unable to make a valid
assessment of your application based on unevaluated foreign qualification(s). It is the responsibility of
the applicant to forward his/her documentation to USAf.

4.1.3.13.1 ADMISSION INTO HIGHER CERTIFICATE, ADVANCED CERTIFICATE,

DIPLOMA AND DEGREE PROGRAMMES
Should you wish to apply for Higher Certificate, Advanced or Diploma qualifications at CUT you can
apply directly to the university without an Exemption Application or Certificate from USAf.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY
An international student must submit evidence of proficiency in English as part of his/her application to
study at CUT.

A recent Test of English as a Foreign Language (ToEFL) score (obtained within three to five years
before application for admission) of at least:
(i) 570 for the paper-based test;
(ii) 230 for the computer-based test; or
(iii)88 for the internet-based test, is required.

A recent overall band score of 7.0 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), with
no individual element of the test scoring below 6.0, is also required.

If English is one of the official languages in an applicant’s country of residence, and he/she is a first- or
second-language English speaker of that country, he/she will not be required to undergo
testing. However, he/she would have to submit proof of his/her competency in English when applying
for admission to the university.

ALL INTERNATIONAL UNDERGRADUATE GRADUATE APPLICANTS ARE TO TAKE

NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING
Submit a completed online application form with supporting documents:
3. certified copy of your passport;
4. certified copies of your foreign qualifications; and proof of payment for application to USAf.

APPLICATION CLOSING DATES: 30 September each year

The CUT Application process for undergraduate international students closes on 30 September of every
year
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POSTGRADUATE APPLICANTS
International students wanting to pursue a post graduate programme at CUT must contact the respective
Faculty:
Faculty Contact Person Email address
Management Sciences Prof C Chipunza [email protected]
Humanities Prof M Mhlolo [email protected]
Health and Environment Dr T Makhafola [email protected]
Sciences
Engineering, Built Prof Y Woyessa [email protected]
Environment and
Information Technology

ALL INTERNATIONAL POST GRADUATE APPLICANTS ARE TO TAKE NOTE OF THE

FOLLOWING

Applicants must submit a completed online application form with the following supporting documents

• If you are a current student still to complete a pre-requisite qualification or your Final academic
transcript if studies have been completed.
• certified copies of your foreign qualifications
• Valid certified copy of your Passport
• Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than
English)

Applicants who are attending or have attended a University within or outside the Republic of South
Africa, must submit an academic transcript that covers the period of study to allow the assessment of the
application for postgraduate studies.

CONTACT DETAILS – SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATION AUTHORITY (SAQA)

SAQA House Portnet Suite No248
107 Acadia street Private Bag X06
Hatfield Waterkloof 0145
Pretoria, 0001
Pretoria South Africa
Tel. no: +27 86 010 3188
Email:
[email protected]
Website: https://www.saqa.org.za
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Banking Details – SAQA

Bank – STANDARD BANK

Account Name – SAQA
Account number – 010 516 433
Branch Name – Pretoria
Branch Code – 010045
When paying at an international bank Swift Code – SBZA ZA JJ
The costs for current Foreign Qualification Evaluation is R1700.00, this fee is reviewed annually.

4.1.3.13.2 Documents required from international students before registration

In terms of the Immigration Amendment Act (Act No. 19 of 2004), any prospective international student
planning to study at a South African higher education institution (HEI) must be in possession of a valid
study visa and must provide proof of medical cover.

The medical scheme must be registered in South Africa in terms of the Medical Schemes Act (Act No.
131 of 1998).

4.1.3.13.3 Passport

All international students who intend to study at CUT must be in possession of a valid passport.

4.1.3.13.4 Study visa

in May 2014, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) amended the Immigration Act, and the category
on study visas/permits was one of the categories affected by this amendment. All international students
are required to have a valid study visa in order to study in South Africa. This includes students from the
Southern African Development Community (SADC). A study visa can be obtained from the South
African Embassy, or High Commission or Consulate in your home country. A study visa should be valid
for the period of your studies. Please visit http://www.vfsglobal.com/dha/southafrica/ for all the
information you may require.

No foreign citizens may be officially enrolled/registered as students at CUT if they are not in possession
of a valid study visa issued specifically for CUT. It may take up to three months to obtain a study visa;
therefore, both prospective and current international students are advised to apply for a study visa as
early as possible.

4.1.3.13.5 Medical aid

CUT requires proof of medical aid cover with a South African-based medical aid scheme, covering at
least 12 months of the study period. All international students are advised to make the necessary financial
arrangements for the medical aid cover prior to their entry into South Africa.

No international student will be registered at CUT unless he/she produces proof of valid and
comprehensive medical aid cover. No hospital plans will be accepted.
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Part-time students who do not spend more than 90 days in a year in the country are exempted
from medical aid requirement

4.1.3.13.6 Exchange students

Exchange students are acknowledged based on the existing agreements between CUT and various other
partner universities. Exchange learning programme are short-term in nature (mostly six months). NB:
Exchange students must also meet the prerequisite of acquiring a valid study visa and submitting proof
of medical aid cover with a South African-based medical aid for the entire exchange term, prior to their
registration at CUT.

The following documentation should accompany their application to CUT:

3. Certified Academic Transcripts from partner institution (Home University);

4. certified copy of their passports; and

4.1.3.14 RELATED DOCUMENTS

Institutional Regulatory Code (IRC), Section E, item 2.3: General Rules for Students. Particular attention
is to be paid to the contents of the following:

1. admission regulations and procedures, as contained in this document;

2. Assessment Manual;
3. CUT Calendar;
4. CUT language policy;
5. Financial Aid Manual for Bursaries:
6. Financial Aid Manual for Loans;
7. policy on financial aid to undergraduate students at CUT;
8. policy on the exclusion of students on financial grounds;
9. policy on the exclusion of students on academic grounds;
10. form LS 149;
11. form LS 150;
12. form LS 151; and
13. form LS 154.
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POLICY ON THE EXCLUSION OF STUDENTS ON

FINANCIAL GROUNDS

12.5.1 Policy Principles

(a) It is Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) policy to financially assist
academically deserving and financially needy students by not excluding them on
financial grounds, provided that funds can be made available.

(b) A student may lodge a written objection to financial exclusion with the Financial
Exclusion Appeals Committee. Such an objection must be lodged by the specified
date as published in the CUT Calendar and must be supported by relevant evidence.

12.5.1.1 Objectives

(a) The objective of this policy is to regulate the exclusion of students from the CUT on
financial grounds.

12.5.1.2 Definitions/abbreviations/acronyms

(a) “Academically deserving” refers to a student who has achieved a pass rate of 60%
or more and who enrolled for at least three (3) subjects or more in the previous
assessment period.

(b) “Financially need” is calculated by the NSFAS means test on a family’s total gross
household income to determine the financial need of a student.

(c) “NSFAS” refers to the National Student Financial Aid Scheme.

(d) “Exclusion on financial grounds” refers to the exclusion of a student who still has
fees outstanding for the previous year/semester and/or who does not have the means
to pay his/her required minimum deposits for enrolment, but who is academically
deserving.

(e) “SRC” is the Students’ Representative Council.

(f) “CUT” is the Central University of Technology, Free State.

12.5.1.4 Scope

This policy applies to all students and staff of the CUT.

12.5.1.5 Policy

(a) No student may be registered with debt outstanding from the previous year, unless
satisfactory arrangements have been made for settling the debt.

(b) Any first-year or senior student who is financially needy and academically deserving
will be assisted by the CUT to the extent of the available funds.
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12.5.2 Directives for implementing the policy

The Head: Bursaries and Loans Department is responsible for implementing this policy.

12.5.2.1 Monitoring and review of the policy

b) The Deputy Director: Student Accounts, Bursaries and Loans, who is the compliance
officer, monitors and reviews this policy annually based on any changes in enrolment
procedure or financial decisions related to this policy.

12.5.3 Policy administrative procedures

(a) The Financial Exclusion Appeals Committee investigates any appeals against
exclusion on financial grounds.

(b) The deadline for the finalisation of such appeals is two (2) days prior to the final date
of course verification, as published in the annual CUT Calendar.

(c) On the final date of course verification, the Deputy Director: Student Accounts,
Bursaries and Loans closes the final procedure for the cancellation of exclusions on
financial grounds.

Related documents

This policy is to be read in conjunction with the Admissions policy, rules and regulations
of the CUT, which regulate the exclusion of students on the basis of non-payment of
outstanding fees.
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CHAPTER 6

WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING (WIL) POLICY

1. POLICY STATEMENT

This document serves to describe the scope of work for the implementation, functioning and
maintenance of work-integrated learning (WIL).

2. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

2.1 Work-integrated learning (WIL): A term used to describe a range of approaches, strategies
and methods used to meaningfully integrate theory with the practices of the workplace within a
purposefully designed curriculum. It makes provision for four curricular modalities, namely
workplace or work-based learning in the workplace; work-directed theoretical learning (for
example Mathematics for Mechanical Engineering, instead of generic mathematics); problem-
based learning; project-based learning; and simulations.

2.2 Placement position: A workstation or temporary position at a company or institution where

students are placed for periods of WIL.

2.3 Problem-based learning (PBL): A range of pedagogic approaches that encourage students to
learn through the structured exploration of a research or practice-based problem. In PBL,
students work in small, self-directed groups to define, execute and reflect on a task, which is
usually related to, or based on, a real-life problem (Council on Higher Education (CHE)
2011:74).

2.4 Project-based learning (PJBL): PJBL combines PBL and workplace learning by bringing
together intellectual inquiry, real-world problems, and student engagement in relevant and
meaningful work. Project work is generally understood to facilitate students’ understanding of
essential concepts and practical skills (CHE 2011:75).

2.5 Simulated learning: Simulated learning occurs when learning is stimulated through an activity
that involves the imitation of the real world in the academe. The act of simulating something
entails representing certain key characteristics of the selected workplace, and includes such
things as laboratories, patient models, mock meetings, flight simulations, etc. (CHE 2011:76).

3. PURPOSE OF THE POLICY

The purpose of this policy is to provide a framework for WIL at the Central University of
Technology, Free State (CUT), towards the enhancement of producing quality social and
technological innovations in socio-economic developments, primarily in the Central region of
South Africa.
4. SCOPE AND APPLICATION
4.1 The implementation of comprehensive WIL is required, without exception, at a suitable juncture
in every qualification in every faculty (Directions Document Version 4 – Next steps in the
STEPS Process). For qualifications that are three years in duration or longer, a minimum of 30
credits must be allocated for WIL, which must consist of an approved placement in a workplace
environment (workplace-based learning) for at least three months, or problem-based learning
and/or project-based learning and/or simulations, as well as a WIL preparation module with
generic and specific workplace skills. Every qualification must include a code of conduct to
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which students must adhere during WIL. (Refer to the WIL procedure for a generic code of
conduct that contains compulsory information to be included in every programme’s own code
of conduct).

4.2 Although the emphasis is on workplace-based learning, a WIL module may include the other
modalities of WIL, such as problem-based learning, project-based learning and simulations, as
electives within the WIL module.

5. THE APPROACH AND PHILOSOPHY/ PRINCIPLES

5.1 The Higher Education Qualifications Sub-Framework (HEQSF) (2013:11) states that: “WIL
may take various forms, including simulated learning, work-directed theoretical learning,
problem- based learning, project-based learning and workplace-based learning. Where the
entire WIL component or any part of it takes the form of workplace-based learning, it is the
responsibility of institutions that offer programmes requiring credits for such learning, to place
students into appropriate workplaces. Such workplace-based learning must be appropriately
structured, properly supervised, and assessed”.

5.2 CHE (2004) provides criteria for programme accreditation in terms of WIL under Criterion 15,
whilst the Higher Education Quality Committee (HEQC) (2004) indicates the relevant audit
criteria for WIL under Criteria 7(iii) and 11(iv).

5.3 WIL is a distinguishing feature of universities of technology, and has been practised by CUT
since its inception.

5.4 WIL provides a close link to the vision, mission and strategic operational statements of CUT,
namely to equip students with the necessary knowledge, skills and hands-on experience to
prepare employed graduates and entrepreneurs to make an impact on socio-economic
development, primarily in the Central region of South Africa.

5.5 WIL provides a mechanism to approach and forge strategic partnerships with commerce,
industry and the public sector, in order to further enhance the relevance of qualifications, as
well as the employability of students.

6. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Refer to the WIL procedure for a delineation of roles and responsibilities.

7. DELEGATIONS OF AUTHORITY
The delegations of authority as detailed in the CUT Delegations Register will apply to this
policy.

8. REVIEW OF THE POLICY

The policy will be reviewed in 2022, or earlier, if changes in circumstances require an earlier
review.

9. RELATED DOCUMENTS

• HEQSF;
• CHE: WIL Good Practice Guide;
• HEQC: Criteria for Programme Accreditation; and
• HEQC Audit Manual.
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WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING (WIL) PROCEDURE

1. STATEMENT

The purpose of this document is to describe the procedures for the implementation, functioning
and maintenance of work-integrated learning (WIL) at the Central University of Technology,
Free State (CUT).

2. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

2.1 Work-integrated learning (WIL): A term used to describe a range of approaches, strategies
and methods used to meaningfully integrate theory with the practices of the workplace within a
purposefully designed curriculum. It makes provision for four curricular modalities, namely
workplace or work-based learning in the workplace; work-directed theoretical learning (for
example Mathematics for Mechanical Engineering, instead of generic mathematics); problem-
based learning; project-based learning; and simulations.

2.2 Placement position: A workstation or temporary position at a company or institution where

students are placed for periods of WIL.

2.3 Problem-based learning (PBL): A range of pedagogic approaches that encourage students to
learn through the structured exploration of a research or practice-based problem. In PBL,
students work in small, self-directed groups to define, execute and reflect on a task, which is
usually related to, or based on, a real-life problem (CHE 2011:74).

2.4 Project-based learning (PJBL): PJBL combines PBL and workplace learning by bringing
together intellectual inquiry, real-world problems, and student engagement in relevant and
meaningful work. Project work is generally understood to facilitate students’ understanding of
essential concepts and practical skills (CHE 2011:75).

2.5 Simulated learning: Simulated learning occurs when learning is stimulated through an activity
that involves the imitation of the real world in the academe. The act of simulating something
entails representing certain key characteristics of the selected workplace, and includes such
things as laboratories, patient models, mock meetings, flight simulations, etc. (CHE 2011:76).

3. PROCEDURES FOR WIL (WITH AN EMPHASIS ON WORKPLACE-BASED LEARNING)

3.1 The Unit for WIL and Skills Development is primarily responsible for the following:

3.1.1 Promoting WIL by negotiating suitable placement positions for students with companies and
institutions, in collaboration with faculties.

3.1.2 Institutional oversight, and drafting and maintaining WIL-related policies and procedures at
CUT.

3.1.3 Assisting with the development of methods and processes for monitoring and assessing student
progress (visits to students whilst visiting companies to negotiate opportunities for WIL, during
WIL).

3.1.4 Administering WIL by creating and maintaining databases of potential placement positions, and
students in such placement positions.
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3.1.5 Providing assistance to academic departments with the drafting of WIL curricula, guidelines
and programmes (logbooks and study guides).

3.1.6 Continuously liaising with the various faculties and departments in order to develop and
maintain effective WIL systems.

3.1.7 Assisting academic departments to prepare students for WIL.

3.1.8 Approving employers for WIL, in collaboration with academic departments.

3.1.9 Meeting with relevant academic staff in academic departments to ensure cohesion and the
proper co-ordination of student placements and contact with employers.

3.1.10 Maintaining records of visits to employers and students for WIL purposes.

3.1.11 Liaising with national and international organisations, such as the Southern African Society for
Co-operative Education (SASCE) and the World Association for Co-operative Education
(WACE).

3.2 Academic departments are primarily responsible for the following:

3.2.1 Drafting suitable WIL curricula, guidelines and programmes (logbooks and study guides), as
well as a code of conduct for students who are undergoing WIL. (Refer to paragraph 3.4.9 for a
generic code of conduct that contains compulsory information to be included in every
programme’s own code of conduct).

3.2.2 Identifying and registering students who are to be placed for WIL.

3.2.3 Approving employers for WIL, in collaboration with the Unit for WIL and Skills
Development.

3.2.4 Preparing and regularly monitoring students who have been placed for, or are engaged in,
WIL.

3.2.5 Assessing the WIL performed by students.

3.2.6 Keeping record of reports and assessments.

3.2.7 Arranging briefing and debriefing sessions with students, in collaboration with the Unit for
WIL and Skills Development.

3.2.8 Meeting with the relevant WIL Co-ordinators to ensure cohesion and the
proper co-ordination of student placements and contact with employers.

3.2.9 Maintaining records of visits to employers and students for WIL purposes.

3.3 Students:

3.3.1 Students should ensure that they receive the prescribed WIL logbook or study guide, as required
by their WIL programmes, in consultation with their relevant academic department. Problems
experienced should be reported to the relevant Head of Department (HoD) and/or WIL Co-
ordinator.
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3.3.2 Students should submit reports to their employers and CUT as part of their assessment.

3.3.3 Students may approach companies to negotiate opportunities for WIL, after consultation with
the relevant WIL Co-ordinator. However, these opportunities are subject to the approval of the
relevant academic department and/or WIL Co-ordinator.

3.3.4 If the Unit for WIL and Skills Development or an academic department has placed a student for
WIL, and he/she is dismissed by the employer due to misconduct, attitude problems or
unsatisfactory work performance, it is incumbent on the student to find further opportunities
where he/she can complete the required WIL. In this case, the student’s continuation of WIL is
based on the relevant HoD’s approval. Each case will be dealt with on merit by the relevant
HoD, in collaboration with the Unit for WIL and Skills Development. Such opportunities will be
subject to approval by the relevant HoD, in collaboration with the Unit for WIL and Skills
Development.

3.3.5 Similar to any other subject, students should register for WIL. Failure to register for WIL will
result in the student not receiving credit for completed WIL.

3.3.6 Students should register for WIL within two to four weeks (before or after) commencement of
WIL with an employer, and should provide details, such as the employer’s name; contact person;
address; telephone and fax number, to the relevant academic department.

3.3.7 Students may be required to undertake WIL at a company/organisation outside of the Mangaung
and Matjhabeng areas, as it is not always possible to accommodate all WIL students within the
immediate vicinity of the Bloemfontein and Welkom campuses.

3.3.8 Students cannot reasonably expect to receive remuneration during this phase of their training,
as WIL is a pre-qualification requirement. However, some companies/organisations do offer
some form of allowance or wages.

3.3.9 Students are subject to the rules and regulations of the relevant company/organisation where
they complete WIL, and should abide by it. Students should also display a positive attitude at all
times. Any perceived injustices should be reported to the relevant HoD.

3.3.10 Where relevant, pregnancy may result in the cancellation and/or postponement of a student’s
WIL placement due to safety and/or operational requirements, subject to relevant labour and
other applicable legislation.

3.4 General:

3.4.1 CUT’s insurance portfolio makes provision for personal accident cover for all students who
have been placed for WIL, as well as cover for exposure to the HIV virus resulting from a needle
prick or contact with bodily fluids in specified programmes of the Faculty of Health and
Environmental Sciences.

3.4.2 WIL opportunities may be advertised on notice boards, by means of electronic and social media,
during information sessions to students, as announcements in class, or by means dictated by
employers.

3.4.3 Students apply for positions by completing the prescribed application forms of employers, or
by submitting full curricula vitae (CVs), as requested by a WIL employer. Students submit their
applications to the Unit for WIL and Skills Development, the relevant academic department, or
directly to the relevant employer, depending on the requirements of the employer.
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3.4.4 After the closing date for applications, applications are forwarded to the relevant employers for
their consideration. The final decision regarding which students, if any, the employers are
willing to accommodate, rests with the employers.

3.4.5 Where employers request interviews, interviews are arranged by the Unit for WIL and Skills
Development, in collaboration with the relevant academic department and staff.

3.4.6 In some instructional programmes, academic staff is responsible for the placement of students
for WIL, for logistical reasons and/or due to the requirements of the relevant employers and
industry. The same process as outlined above is followed for the placement of such students.
The number of students to be placed, and the progress made, should be reported to the Unit for
WIL and Skills Development, to enable them to assist students to find suitable WIL
opportunities, as well as to monitor the students that have been placed.

3.4.7 In cases where academic departments have placed students for WIL, complete information on
the placement should be submitted to the Unit for WIL and Skills Development, for data and
administrative purposes.

3.4.8 The closing dates for the submission of WIL marks to the Assessment and Graduations Unit are
within the first two weeks of August for the Spring (September) Graduation Ceremony, and
within the first two weeks of February for the Autumn (March) Graduation Ceremony.

3.4.9 Generic code of conduct

STUDENTS SHOULD:

(a) display a positive attitude at all times;

(b) show an eagerness to learn, as opposed to an attitude of knowing it all;
(c) execute tasks in an energetic and enthusiastic way; thus, be willing to walk the extra mile
for the employer, also after hours;
(d) avoid using telephones, internet, e-mail, etc. for personal purposes without the written
approval of the employer;
(e) avoid criticising the employer, as well as gossiping, especially with other employees;
(f) dress properly and appropriately for each day, abiding by the dress code of the employer;
(g) treat the employer’s staff and visitors with the necessary respect;
(h) abide by the working hours, as well as the rules and regulations of the employer; and
(i) commit themselves for the full WIL period at the employer where they have commenced
with WIL. Students are not allowed to transfer between employers without written approval
from the relevant HoD and the employer. Such approval will only be granted if irregularities
occurred on the side of the employer.

THE FOLLOWING SHOULD BE NOTED:

(a) Students’ WIL with a specific employer will be terminated in the event of attitude and
disciplinary problems, unsatisfactory work performance, any conduct on the side of the
student that could cause potential harm to the reputation and image of the employer and/or
CUT, and failure to comply with any aspect of the code of conduct. Each case will be dealt
with on merit by the relevant HoD, in collaboration with the Unit for WIL and Skills
Development.
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(b) In such cases, students could fail, and would have to repeat the WIL instructional offering.
It is then incumbent on the student to find further opportunities where he/she can complete
the required WIL. Such opportunities will be subject to approval by the relevant HoD, in
collaboration with the Unit for WIL and Skills Development.

3.5 Approval of employers:

3.5.1 Students should complete the WIL component of their programmes at an approved employer.
This implies that the employer should have been approved by either the Unit for WIL and Skills
Development, and/or the relevant academic department at CUT. Complete information
regarding approved employers should be made available to the Unit for WIL and Skills
Development by the relevant staff at CUT who approved the employers.

3.6 Campus work by students:

3.6.1 When another higher education institution approaches CUT to make its facilities available to
students of that institution for purposes of obligatory WIL, the relevant HoD, in collaboration
with the Deputy Director: WIL and Skills Development, may approve the number of students
to be placed for WIL at CUT.

3.6.2 All appointments of students as Student Assistants, Laboratory Assistants, Lecturer’s

Assistants, interns, etc., should be reported to the Careers Office of the Unit for WIL and Skills
Development by the relevant staff at CUT who made the appointments.

3.7 PROCEDURES FOR WIL (WITH AN EMPHASIS ON PROBLEM-BASED

LEARNING, PROJECT-BASED LEARNING AND SIMULATIONS)

3.7.1 The selection of the relevant modality of WIL (PBL, PJBL, workplace-based learning or
simulations) within a WIL module is subject to the following:

3.7.1.1 The modality of WIL selected might be subject to approval by a programme’s relevant
professional board. Each programme should determine whether this will be acceptable for its
relevant professional board.

3.7.1.2 A motivation should be provided and approved by Senate as part of the approval process of the
programme.

3.7.1.3 The relevant department should provide a motivation to Senate, including reasons why the
specific modality of WIL is proposed.
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CHAPTER 7

RULES FOR BURSARIES AND LOANS (FINANCIAL SUPPORT)

12.7.1 Purpose/scope of regulations

12.7.1.1 Purpose

The purpose of these rules is to regulate financial support with regard to bursaries and
loans to registered students at CUT.

12.7.1.2 Scope

a) These regulations are applicable to registered students at CUT and staff members in
the Bursaries and Loans Department who are involved in the administration of
financial support to students.

12.7.2 Directives for implementing regulations

a) The DVC: Resources and Operations is accountable for the contents and implementation
of these regulations. As the appointed Compliance Officer for these regulations, the
DVC: Resources and Operations is responsible for monitoring compliance with these
regulations.

a) The Manager: Bursaries and Loans is responsible for implementing these regulations.

b) These regulations or any amendment to these regulations must, in accordance with Code
75 of the CUT Delegations Register, be approved by the DVC: Resources and
Operations.

12.7.3 Regulations

12.7.3.1 Student Fees Calendar

The Student Fees Calendar is available on request from the Chairperson of the Finance
Committee, as well as at the LIS.

12.7.3.2 Rules: Bursaries/loans (financial support)

a) All applications for financial support are to be submitted to the Bursaries and Loans
Department.

b) All applications for financial support are to reach the Bursaries and Loans Department
before the closing date, as determined by this department.

c) Application forms received after the closing date will only be considered if adequate
funds are available.

d) Applications for financial support must be completed in full.

e) No application can be processed unless the candidate has completed all the necessary
information/particulars on the form.
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f) All allocations are subject to the availability of funds.

g) No application form has to be completed for a student to be considered for an academic

merit bursary award.

h) A bursary/loan may be withdrawn at any time if the student's conduct, diligence or

progress is not up to standard.

i) Students must attach all relevant documents to the application form for financial support.

j) Students must re-apply for financial support each year.

(k) Only original application forms will be accepted.

(l) Only certified copies of documents will be accepted.

(m) Application forms are to be completed in ink in capital letters, and no correction fluid/tape
(Tipp-Ex) may be used.

(n) Students/applicants must sign their initials and indicate the date alongside all corrections,
insertions or deletions on the application form.

(o) If any information on the application form is found to be false, disciplinary steps may be
taken and/or any possible award may be cancelled.

(p) In order to be considered for a bursary and/or any other financial support, the student must
meet the criteria as required by the Bursaries and Loans Department and/or the relevant
donors, as well as the provisions of the policy on financial support to students and any
other document published by the aforementioned department, subject to the availability
of funds.

(q) Students must report all additional assistance received to the Bursaries and Loans
Department.
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CHAPTER 8

LANGUAGE POLICY OF THE CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY,

FREE STATE (CUT)

13.1.1. POLICY STATEMENT

13.1.1.1 This language policy of CUT (“this/the policy”) acknowledges and takes cognisance of the
constitutional, legislative, statutory and national context of CUT. CUT is committed to
promoting accessibility for students, practitioners, scholars, academics, support services staff
and the public, as well as to improving accessibility to learning material and
media/communication at the institution.

13.1.1.2 CUT will, in all its endeavours, but within the limits of its mandate as a university of
technology, reasonably accommodate multilingualism within the regional, national and
international contexts within which CUT operates.

13.1.1.3 Furthermore, CUT will, wherever possible, promote indigenous languages in teaching and
learning, within the context of individual consultation.

13.1.1.4 This policy, whilst determining the academic language as well as the language of all forms of
institutional transaction, is founded on the principles of mutual respect and tolerance amongst
all cultural and religious groups, and should be free from political influences.

13.1.1.5 In the main, and subject to relevant clauses below, the academic language and the language
of all forms of institutional transaction will be English.

13.1.1.6 Within its budgetary and feasibility constraints, CUT will continue in its endeavours to
empower its students and staff in English proficiency.

13.1.2. PRINCIPLES

This policy respects and is guided by CUT`s vision and the core values of CUT; is committed
to its mission as a university of technology and as an academic institution; takes cognisance
of and is guided by the Higher Education Act (Act 101 of 1997) and the amendments thereto,
the Language Policy for Higher Education (November 2002) and related legislative
developments; respects, values and is guided by South Africa`s transformative agenda and
legislative framework, the elements of which include, but are not limited to, the following:

13.1.2.1 Adherence to the tenets of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa;

13.1.2.2 Taking cognisance of and promoting diversity, equality and reconciliation imperatives;

13.1.2.3 Creating and maintaining a balance between regional, national and international needs;

13.1.2.4 Taking into account the feasibility, cost-effectiveness and justifiability of implementing the
policy;

13.1.2.5 Promoting ease of accessibility for all CUT students, able or disabled, to instruction and
educational material in a manner applicable to all;
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13.1.2.6 Accommodating multilingualism and diversity within the larger context of promoting a non-
racial, non-sexist and multicultural environment; and

13.1.2.7 Ensuring consistency with the image and vision of the institution in the usage and
implementation of the language policy.

13.1.3. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

The meanings of the terminology used in the policy are as follows:

“Academic language”: This denotes the language to be used in academic

transactions. South African English will be used as
the academic language in all teaching and learning
endeavours of CUT, including facilitation,
assessment, study guides, curricula, syllabi, class
notes, research, scholarly work, publications and
consultation hours. If a particular language is a
subject, it should be taught according to the
scholarly prescriptions of that language.

“Accommodating multilingualism”: This means that English is the primary language that
will be used in academic and institutional
transactions, and other languages will only be
accommodated as far as reasonably possible and as
set out in this policy.

“Cost-effectiveness”: Cost-effectiveness refers to what CUT can afford

financially, as a university of technology, and within
the sphere of its limited resources.

“CUT”: The Central University of Technology, Free State.

“Disability”: The presence of a limitation in the ability to pursue

studies in the usual way because of a physical or
mental impairment.

“Feasibility”: Feasibility refers to what is achievable for CUT in

terms of its size and shape, and within its mandate
as a university of technology.

“Impairment”: Change in body function.

“Institutional transaction(s)”: This denotes all forms of interaction and

communication – written or otherwise – amongst
the members of the university community and
between the university and the public.

“Instructional employees”: Employees who spend at least 50% of their time

engaged in teaching and/or research activities.

“Justifiability”: Justifiability refers to evidence that the CUT

language policy is achievable in terms of CUT’s
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size, shape and mandate as a university of

technology.
“Language of all forms of

institutional transaction(s)”: This denotes the language to be used in non-

academic transactions.

“The/this policy” The language policy of CUT.

13.1.4. SCOPE AND APPLICATION OF THE POLICY

13.1.4.1 Teaching and Learning:

13.1.4.1.1 The primary task of an instructional employee’s interaction with students is to facilitate the
development of the learning skills and to increase students’ competency.

13.1.4.1.2 During an instructional employee’s consultation with an individual student, the primary task
of the employee is to facilitate the development of the learning skills and competency of the
individual student.

13.1.4.1.3 Teaching and learning facilitation at CUT in all learning environments, such as the classroom,
laboratories, etc., will be conducted in English.

13.1.4.1.4 Individual consultations with students

13.1.4.1.4.1 Notwithstanding paragraphs 13.1.4.1.1 to 3.1.4.1.3 above, where facilitators of

students identify a need for further facilitation in another language, such a need may
be accommodated in individual sessions outside of the ordinary learning
environment, should it be reasonable and within the limits of CUT’s resources.

13.1.4.1.4.2 Further learning and teaching facilitation in another language during individual
consultations will not lead to dual or parallel sessions for groups of students, and
under no circumstances should the above provision be construed as a legal obligation
on the part of CUT to provide such additional consultations.

13.1.4.1.4.3 Pursuant to paragraphs 13.1.4.1.4.1 to 13. 1.4.1.4.2 above, this policy does not
prescribe the language of communication between the instructional employee and
student in the setting described in the aforementioned paragraphs, but assumes that
the choice of language is determined by mutual agreement. It is recommended that
where a student’s competency in the English language constitutes a serious
communication barrier that can be remedied by reverting to a student`s home
language, the use of the student`s home language is to be encouraged, where
reasonably practicable.

13.1.4.1.4.4 The decision to reasonably accommodate a student in the manner provided in

paragraphs 13.1.4.1.4.1 to 13. 1.4.1.4.3 above remains at the discretion of the
instructional employee, and in cases where the instructional employee does not have
the instructional competency in the student’s home language, the employee is
advised to approach an available and capable colleague or senior student to provide
interpreting services.
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13.1.4.1.4.5 The stipulation reflected in paragraph 13.1.4.1.4 above will not be construed as a legal
obligation on the part of CUT in the event of no academic employee or senior student
being available to converse in or interpret into a language other than English.

13.1.4.1.5 Provisions for students with disabilities

13.1.4.1.5.1 Dealings with students with sensory disabilities (including the presence of deaf,
partially sighted or blind persons) should be dealt with in a flexible and sensitive
manner that is consistent with the spirit, framework, objectives and values of this
policy, as read in conjunction with CUT`s policy on provisions for students with
disabilities (“disability policy”).

13.1.4.1.5.2 In exceptional circumstances, other teaching and learning situations may be provided
to students with disabilities to address their specific language requirements related
to their particular disability. For example, provisions can be made to offer translation
services in South African Sign Language to students that qualify in terms of CUT`s
disability policy, should it be reasonable and within the limits of CUT’s resources,
and subject to approval in terms of the aforementioned policy.

13.1.4.1.5.3 The university may provide special communication aids required by students with
sensory disabilities on request and where feasible, such as the use of interpreters for
South African Sign Language.

13.1.4.1.5.4 Paragraph 13.1.4.1.5.3 above should not be construed as creating a legal obligation
on the part of CUT, and is subject to approval in terms of CUT`s disability policy.

13.1.4.2 Language of oral and written correspondence:

13.4.2.1 Official correspondence at CUT will be conducted in English.

13.4.2.2 Official correspondence that is to be conducted in English includes, but is not limited
to, official documents, memoranda, letters and any documents and/or e-mails
pertaining to CUT’s business activities.

13.4.2.3 Notwithstanding the above, multilingualism will be accommodated to the extent that
staff members of CUT are allowed to correspond informally with one another on
personal matters in their language of preference.

13.1.4.3 Language of general communication:

English will be used as the language of general communication in all CUT endeavours. These
include, but are not limited to, the following: Meetings, workshops, seminars, training
sessions, publications, invitations, magazines, notices and written announcements. The
university logo should include the following languages: English, Sesotho and Afrikaans.

13.1.4.4 Language of institutional transactions:

13.1.4.4.1 English will be the primary language used for both internal and external transactions, such as
telephone responses and face-to-face enquiries.
13.1.4.4.2 Notwithstanding paragraph 13.1.4.4.1 above, another language may be accommodated on
mutual agreement between staff members, students and/or another person, provided that no
other party or third person is excluded from such an institutional transaction.
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13.1.4.5 Language of record:

English will be used as the language of record in agendas, minutes, policies, procedures,
manuals, official e-mails and all records of CUT.

13.4.6 Disciplinary hearings:

13.4.6.1 All participants at employee or student disciplinary hearings have the right to make
use of the services of an interpreter to interpret the proceedings in any of the official
South African languages of his/her choice or South African Sign Language, with the
proviso that such an interpreter must be in the service of CUT and must be available
to interpret on the date of the scheduled disciplinary hearing.

13.4.6.2 A participant, employee or student at a disciplinary hearing must notify the university
at least SEVEN days prior to commencement of the hearing that he/she will be using
a language other than English, to enable CUT to provide translation, subject to the
proviso in paragraph 13.4.7.1.

13.1.5. REVISION OF THE POLICY

13.1.5.1 The CUT language policy will be revised every FIVE years, and in consideration of
developments in the National Higher Education Language Policy Framework and
CUT’s own language dynamics amongst its students, staff and stakeholders.

13.1.5.2 The revisions in paragraph 13.1.5.1 will not exclude any intermittent amendments
made during any five-year period, should they be required in terms of legislation or
demanded by a changing policy framework.

13.1.6. RELATED DOCUMENTS

• Higher Education Act, Act 101 of 1997, and amendments thereto;

• Language Policy for Higher Education, November 2002;
• National Higher Education Language Policy, November 2002;
• Policy provisions for students with disabilities of the Central University of Technology,
Free State;
• Policy on the naming of facilities of the Central University of Technology, Free State;
and
• Policy on the affixing of posters and notices on noticeboards at the Central University
of Technology, Free State.

13.1.7. COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The Registrar is the Compliance Officer.

13.1.8. RESPONSIBLE OFFICER

The Registrar is responsible for the implementation of this policy, and should be contacted
with regard to any enquiries regarding the interpretation and practical implications thereof.
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CHAPTER 9

SUMMARY OF ASSESSMENT RULES AND REGULATIONS: 2021

Please note the following regulations pertaining to assessment at the Central University of Technology,
Free State (CUT) for the year 2021.

Students are responsible for ensuring that they are aware of, and that they understand, the various means
of assessment for each of the subjects for which they are registered, as explained in their study guides.

1. STATEMENT

The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) acknowledges the importance of
assessment as a key element of teaching and learning, and ensures quality and principled
assessment by lecturers. Assessment of students must be fair, valid, reliable, manageable and
transparent.

This procedure must be read in conjunction with the assessment policy, examination policy and
procedure, and the CUT Teaching and Learning Plan 2014 – 2020.

2. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

A non-repeated question means a question that has not been included in previous papers.

Academic assessment misconduct is any prohibited and dishonest means leading to a student
being awarded a course credit, a higher grade, or being helped to avoid a lower grade. Failure to
observe any stated rule with regard to the procedure used in an assessment, or an activity
undertaken for academic credit, where such a failure could result in the student gaining relatively
greater credit. The university regards academic misconduct as a very serious matter.

Admission mark means the minimum admission mark (40%) needed to qualify for a summative
assessment.

Assessment is a process whereby evidence of performance is gathered and evaluated against

agreed-upon criteria, in order to make a judgement as to whether the learning required for the
achievement of a specific outcome is taking place, or has taken place. It determines what a student
understands, what he/she knows, and what he/she is able to do.

Collusion may involve one or more candidates agreeing to collaborate with unscrupulous
assessment agencies or school authorities; between candidates and invigilators; between
supervisors, invigilators and school authorities; or between parents of candidates and invigilators,
etc., all with the intent to cheat.

Co-supervisor means the person appointed by CUT to assist the supervisor in discharging his/her
responsibilities as supervisor.

Co-promoter means the person appointed by CUT to assist the promoter in discharging his/her
responsibilities as promoter.

Curriculum means the prescribed courses/modules to be successfully completed before a

qualification can be awarded.
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Deferred assessment or deferred summative assessment is offered to students who were unable
to participate in the scheduled summative assessment sessions due to illness or special individual
circumstances. Deferred assessment sessions are governed by the following administrative rules:

a) If necessary, deferred assessment sessions are scheduled immediately or directly upon

conclusion of the June and November summative assessment schedules.
b) A deferred summative assessment may only be considered if the affected student makes a
formal application, with supporting evidence (e.g. a medical certificate, etc.), to the
Assessment and Graduations Unit within three working days after the scheduled summative
assessment session of a particular course/module.
c) No further assessment opportunity beyond a deferred assessment is offered.

Dissertation means the research report submitted, in the prescribed format, in partial fulfilment of
the curriculum of a master’s degree.

Fairness means conducting assessment in a way that gives students equal and unbiased
treatment, regardless of differences in personal characteristics such as race, gender, ethnicity or
disability. Assessment is fair when it is manageable or can be completed within the allocated
time.

Final mark or final course mark for a course/module means the composite formative and
summative assessment mark that is determined in a manner prescribed by the relevant Faculty
Board.

Formative assessment mark means a calculated mark based on all assessments done, with
manner of calculation being determined by the relevant faculty, and announced to the students
accordingly.

Leakage takes place when candidates have knowledge of the actual questions before the
assessment day.

Module or course means a structured set of learning activities and outcomes or course offerings
within an assigned National Qualifications Framework (NQF) level and credits, and which is
assessed independently.

Occasional student means any person who is registered for one or more courses/modules, and
who has complied with the admission requirements for the course(s)/module(s), but who is not
registered as a candidate for a specific qualification.

Student means any person registered for one or more courses/modules leading towards a
qualification at CUT, or who is an occasional student at CUT.

Unit or assessment unit means courses/modules that are sometimes divided into two or more
units that are independently assessed, possibly at different times of the year. Generally, units of a
course/module do not have a final mark.

Summative assessment means an assessment opportunity assessing all or broad sections of the
learning outcomes identified for the course/module, administered by the Assessment and
Graduations Unit. Unless the context indicates otherwise, “assessment” will have the same
meaning.
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Formative assessment is a process consisting of a variety of assessment opportunities (such as

written tests, assignments and presentations), scheduled on an ongoing basis, and structured as part
of teaching and learning during the course or module. The assessment is graded by means of an
appropriate assessment tool, such as a rubric or memorandum, culminating in a formative
assessment mark captured on the ITS System. The student receives feedback on the assessment
towards the achievement of the intended learning outcomes. The formative assessment schedule
is approved by the relevant Faculty Board, and published in the student’s learning guide.

Supplementary assessment means an extension of the original summative assessment in the form
of an oral, project or portfolio, or practical work assessment. The learning aims and achievements
covered in such a supplementary assessment are the same as in the preceding summative
assessment. The following administrative provisions govern supplementary assessments:

a) All students who obtain between 48% and 49% in the summative assessment at the end of a
module or unit are summoned by the examiner/assessor to a supplementary assessment, to
confirm the assessment result.
b) A notice with the particulars of candidates summoned for a supplementary assessment is
published on the department/faculty noticeboards within four working days after the
conclusion of the summative assessment in question.
c) It is the responsibility of the student to have knowledge of the details of a summons to
supplementary assessment, especially the date, time and venue of assessment. CUT accepts
no responsibility/liability in this regard.

Unless otherwise stated in the faculty rules, reassessment means a further assessment opportunity
is granted to a candidate who obtains a final mark of between 45% and 49% for a course/module,
and who wishes to improve the final mark to 50%. Reassessment is granted under the following
administrative conditions:

a) The reassessment of a year course/module (with two or more units) takes place directly after
the assessment of the last unit, and covers the learning aims and achievements of all units.
b) The reassessment of all other modules takes place immediately after the formal summative
assessment sessions scheduled in June and November each year.
c) No further assessment opportunity beyond reassessment is offered.

Progress report or student progress report means a report indicating the progress of each
student, which is mailed to the student and his/her identified sponsor at the end of each quarter.
Progress reports between summative assessments are based on the student’s continuous assessment
marks.

Supervisor means the person appointed by CUT under whose academic direction and guidance a
student completes his/her dissertation or treatise.

Promoter means the person appointed by CUT under whose academic direction and guidance a
student completes his/her thesis.

Statement of results means a summary of the final marks over all courses/modules already
completed, which, subject to the payment of all CUT fees, is supplied to students upon completion
of the June and November summative assessments.

Syllabus means a description of the competency and autonomous learning outcomes of a

course/module, as well as the learning topics to be covered in order to achieve these outcomes.
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Thesis means the research report submitted, in the prescribed format, in partial fulfilment of the
curriculum of a doctorate.

Treatise means the research report submitted, in the prescribed format, in partial fulfilment of the
curriculum of course work forming part of a master’s degree.

3. ASSESSMENT MODEL FOR ALL PROGRAMMES: 2021

Unless otherwise determined by a resolution of Senate, the proposed calculations for 2021 are
as follows:

1. Year subjects
Course
mark – 20%

Unit 1 Final mark for

(Jan. – Jun.) Unit 1 (50%)

Assessment
mark – 30%
Subject Final mark for subject
Course mark –
20%

Unit 2 Final mark for

(Jul. – Dec.) Unit 2 (50%)

Assessment
mark – 30%
45% to 49%
Re-assessment directly
after main assessment
(first-semester subjects
– June.
Year subjects and
second-semester
subjects – November).

2. Semester subjects
Course mark – 50%

Subject Final mark for subject

Assessment mark – 50%

45% to 49%
Re-assessment directly
after main assessment.
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4. ASSESSMENT AND RESULTS (ALL faculties, unless otherwise specified)

• Unless otherwise stated in the faculty rules, an admission mark of 40% is required for the
summative assessment at the end of a course/module/unit.

• A course/module successfully completed counts as a credit only if the student has successfully
completed the prerequisite course/modules or has met the admission requirements for the
course/module. Senate has the authority to prevent a student from registering for a
course/module/unit, unless credit has been awarded for prerequisite courses/modules; and/or
co-requisite courses/modules have been successfully completed; and/or the admission
requirements have been met.

• A student has “successfully completed” a course/module if he/she has achieved 50% or more
as a final mark for the course/module and has participated in all summative assessment
opportunities. The course/module is “completed with distinction” if the final mark for the
course/module is 75% or above.

5. THE 2019 RULES FOR ALL PROGRAMMES

(a) For all Engineering programmes, a subminimum mark of 50% accumulated for practical
work and projects in specified subjects is compulsory to gain access to the relevant
assessment session and to pass the subject. This rule applies to all those subjects identified
as such in the study guides.

(b) An admission mark of at least 40% is required for main assessments.

(c) A re-assessment is granted to a candidate who has achieved a final mark of 45% – 49% in
a subject. The re-assessment of a year subject – covering the subject content of the entire
year – takes place directly after the main assessment in November. The re-assessment of
semester subjects takes place immediately after the main assessment in June, while the re-
assessment of second-semester and year subjects takes place in November.

• Please note that once a student has been granted a re-assessment or a special assessment opportunity as a result
of illness or some other reason, no additional such assessment opportunity will be granted.

5.1 Summative assessment schedule

5.1.1 A schedule of all summative assessments (i.e. dates, times and venues for summative assessment
opportunities), supplementary assessments and deferred assessments, normally at the beginning of
June and November each year, will be compiled by the Assessment and Graduations Unit, taking
into consideration the type of prescribed assessments and the information contained in the CUT
Calendar.

5.1.2 The Assessment and Graduations Unit will publish the summative assessment schedule, as per the
Year Programme, on the CUT Student iEnabler and/or the internet (Student Portal). Neither this
schedule, nor extractions thereof, for individuals will be mailed to students, and it remains the duty
of every student to confirm the dates, times, venues, etc. of assessments. CUT accepts no
responsibility/liability for any damages, now or in the future, of any nature whatsoever, resulting
from, or related in any manner to, a student’s failure to attend an assessment opportunity.
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5.2 Publication of summative assessment results

5.2.1 Following the summative assessment, and in accordance with the Year Programme, the
Assessment and Graduations Unit will forward the summative assessment results to candidates by
means of a Statement of Results. The candidates’ summative assessment results will be published
on the CUT Student iEnabler and/or internet (Student Portal). No results will be supplied
telephonically. Assessment results appearing on the CUT website (Student iEnabler) reflect
student numbers only, so as to protect the privacy of individual students.

5.2.2 The Assessment and Graduations Unit is the only official body permitted to supply
candidates with their official assessment results. No academic or support services staff
member may supply any candidate with his/her assessment results. CUT accepts no
responsibility for any consequences resulting from any such unofficial communication of
assessment results, nor any liability for consequences of any nature whatsoever resulting from the
withholding of results.

5.2.3 CUT reserves the right to rectify any bona fide errors in assessment results or the compilation of
summative assessment results, and may set aside any certificate or award granted as a result of
such bona fide errors. In such an instance, CUT will give the affected student(s) written notification
of all changes made.

5.2.4 A candidate who is in arrears with any CUT fees, or who does not comply with the admission
requirements, will not be entitled to receive his/her final mark in the course/module(s) for
which he/she is enrolled. CUT accepts no responsibility for any consequences resulting from
such withholding of results.

5.3 Supplementary assessment

5.3.1 Grounds for granting supplementary assessment

(1) In accordance with the approved rules formulated by the relevant faculty, and on
completion of the prescribed summative assessment, the examiner/assessor may summon
a candidate for a supplementary assessment in any course/module as an extension of the
original assessment. Such a supplementary assessment will be administrated as a whole, at
the discretion of the relevant department, provided it takes place no more than four working
days after the conclusion of the summative assessment period announced in the CUT
Calendar and/or Year Programme. If a candidate fails to report for the supplementary
assessment, his/her original mark will then be confirmed as the summative assessment
mark.

(2) No supplementary assessment will be granted on the grounds that a student has mistaken
the time, date or place of a summative assessment opportunity. This rule will apply to all
other assessment opportunities, including assignments and projects in terms of the deadline
for submission.

5.3.2 Nature and requirements of supplementary assessment

(1) An examiner/assessor may summon a candidate for assessment as an extension of the

original summative assessment in the form of an oral, project or portfolio, or practical work
assessment. The learning aims and achievements covered in such a supplementary
assessment are the same as those covered in the preceding summative assessment.
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The following administrative provisions govern supplementary assessment:

(i) All students who have achieved between 48% and 49% in the summative assessment at the
end of a module or unit are also summoned by the examiner/assessor for a supplementary
assessment to confirm the assessment result.
(ii) A notice with the particulars of candidates summoned for a supplementary assessment is
published on the relevant department’s/faculty’s noticeboards within four working days
after conclusion of the summative assessment in question.
(iii) It is the responsibility of the student to acquaint him-/herself of a summons to
supplementary assessment, particularly the date, time and venue of assessment. CUT
accepts no responsibility/liability in this regard.
(iv) For an oral assessment, the same rules apply as for all other assessments of CUT.
1. An assessor as well as a scribe must be available during an oral assessment. The
scribe must take down the answers of the student, in writing, for future reference.
2. The student, scribe and assessor should sign the script to ensure that it is the correct
answer script.
3. During official oral assessments, the Assessment and Graduations Unit will supply a
tape recorder to record the answers of the student, for further reference.

5.4 Re-assessment

5.4.1 Unless otherwise stated in a faculty’s rules, this is an assessment opportunity granted to a
candidate who has achieved a final mark of between 45% and 49% for a course/module, and who
wishes to improve the final mark to 50%. Re-assessment is granted under the following
administrative conditions:

(1) The re-assessment of a year course/module (with two or more units) takes place directly
after the summative assessment of the last unit, and covers the learning aims and
achievements of all units;

(2) A re-assessment will in all material academic respects conform to the planned summative
assessment stipulations of the course/module;

(3) The re-assessment of all other modules takes place immediately after the formal summative
assessment sessions scheduled in June and November each year; and

(4) There is no further assessment opportunity offered following a re-assessment.

5.4.2 The names of candidates who qualify for re-assessment must be identified by the examiner and
communicated to the Assessment and Graduations Unit, for publication on the central
noticeboards, four working days before the re-assessment is to be conducted. Again, it is the
responsibility of students to acquaint themselves of such notices, and CUT accepts no
responsibility in this regard.

5.5 Deferred assessment

5.5.1 This assessment opportunity is offered to students who were unable to participate in the scheduled
summative assessment session(s) due to illness, on medical grounds, or as a result of individual
circumstances. Deferred assessment sessions are governed by the following administrative rules:

(1) If necessary, they are scheduled immediately or directly upon conclusion of the June and
November summative assessment schedules;
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(2) A deferred summative assessment may only be considered if the affected student makes a
formal application with proof (e.g. a medical certificate, etc.), and submits the application
to the Assessment and Graduations Unit within three working days after the scheduled
summative assessment in a particular course/module; and

(3) There is no further assessment opportunity following a deferred assessment.

5.5.2 The same grounds listed above would also apply to an application for a deferred assessment to
other assessment opportunities called and administered within a faculty. No deferred assessments
will be considered and granted on the grounds that a student has mistaken the date, time or place
of an assessment.

5.5.3 An application for a deferred assessment should be lodged on the prescribed LS124.3 form, in
accordance with policy and procedure, by no later than three working days after the assessment.
The application must be supported by a medical or other registered professional report, or other
appropriate credible evidence, which must specifically include the following information:

(1) The date of professional consultation (no applications will be considered in cases where
the practitioner was visited after the date of the assessment opportunity);

(2) The severity and duration of the complaint; and

(3) The practitioner's opinion on how the reported condition could adversely affect the
student’s assessment preparation and/or performance.

5.5.4 If a student qualifies for a deferred assessment opportunity, but nevertheless participates in a
course/module assessment, he/she loses all rights or claims to a deferred assessment.

5.5.5 Should a student contract a communicable disease (e.g. chicken pox, measles, etc.) during the
period of the summative assessment, he/she must consult a medical practitioner immediately to
determine whether he/she is medically fit to continue participating in any or all further
assessments. If the recommendation is that the student is unable to participate in any assessment(s),
the absence will be treated as absence on valid grounds; otherwise, arrangements will be made to
hold the assessment(s) in a quarantined room.

5.5.6 Special assessment opportunity: A student who requires only a single course/module to meet all
the requirements for a degree/diploma/certificate, but who participated unsuccessfully in that
course/module during the preceding semester/year, qualifies for a special assessment opportunity
in the course/module concerned, provided that he/she complies with the following criteria:

(1) Only one course/module is outstanding in order for the registered qualification to be
awarded.

(2) The student must have earned an official admission mark for the course/module, and must
have unsuccessfully participated during his/her final year of study in the course/module
outstanding for the qualification to be awarded. In cases where CUT fails to present a
course/module, or where courses/modules are presented in cycles over the period of a year
or longer, special permission may be granted by the relevant faculty for a special
assessment opportunity if the course/module was offered previously.
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A student who qualifies for, but subsequently fails, the special assessment at the end of the
first semester will not qualify for a second special assessment at the end of the year.

A student who requires only one course/module at the end of an academic year, and who
qualifies for assessment in the subject during his/her final year of study, will qualify for a
special assessment. If a student qualifies for a first-semester course/module, the existing
course mark will be carried over.

(3) A candidate must apply for a special assessment opportunity in writing (on form LS124.3)
to the Assessment and Graduations Unit, or must submit his/her application by registered
mail.

(4) An application for a special assessment opportunity must reach the Assessment and
Graduations Unit within two weeks after publication of the assessment outcomes/results.
This deadline will not be amended on any account.

5.5.7 Scheduling of deferred and special assessments

(1) Unless Senate decides otherwise, all deferred and special assessments will be conducted at
the end of each semester.

(2) Subject to the special circumstance in paragraph 1.4.6.6, the Assessment and Graduations
Unit may schedule alternative dates for special assessment opportunities, and will
communicate the dates, times and venues of such assessment opportunities to the affected
students.

(3) Deferred and special assessments will, in all material academic respects, conform to the
planned summative assessment stipulations of the course/module.

5.6 Assessment result/outcome notations

All courses/modules will be Meaning Notional %

assessed, and the final
mark awarded
(irrespective of any
numeric value) will be
coded according to the
following approved
academic progress
symbols/notations
PD Pass, or successful completion with 75% – 100%
distinction.
PE Credit (recognition). 50%
P Pass, i.e. successful completion. 50% – 74%
PU Provisional pass, or provisionally 50% and higher
successful completion, subject to an
investigation.
F Fail, or unsuccessful completion. Below 50%
FD Fail due to disciplinary sanctions. 0%
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FT/FS Deferred assessment opportunity

granted.
FX Fail, or unsuccessful completion due to
absence without prior notice.
FN Results/assessment outcomes not yet
available.
FC Continuous assessment
results/assessment outcomes not
F9 Reassessment.

P4 Recognised in terms of the recognition

of prior learning (RPL) policy.
FR Fail subminimum.

5.6.1 Date of issue of qualifications

The date of issue of a qualification is the first day of the month following the month in which the
assessment results/outcomes of the last summative assessment were published by the Assessment
and Graduations Unit.

5.6.2 Awarding of qualifications cum laude (i.e. with honours)

Subject to the approval of Senate, as well as compliance with the applicable rules of the relevant
faculty, a qualification may be awarded cum laude, provided the candidate meets the following
criteria:

(1) The candidate has participated in and successfully completed all courses/modules
prescribed for the qualification in question;

(2) The candidate has passed or successfully completed all prescribed courses/modules of the
qualification on the first attempt;

(3) The candidate has achieved an overall average of 75% or above for all prescribed
courses/modules of the qualification; and

(4) The candidate has achieved an overall average of 75% or above for all exit-level
courses/modules of the qualification.

5.7 Academic review of student progress

5.7.1 A student is considered to be academically unsuccessful in the following instances:

• In the case of a first-year student: Failing all subjects for which he/she is enrolled;
• In the case of a senior student: Failing, on two consecutive attempts, 50% or more of the
subjects for which he/she is enrolled, and/or cancelling some or all modules or the course
for which he/she is registered after registration control day.

5.7.2 In the case of full-time students, the qualification must be completed in the minimum stipulated
study period, plus an additional complement/add-on of half the minimum study period. In essence,
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this implies that the period will be rounded off to the next full academic year, meaning that, for
example, a three-year qualification must be completed within the maximum period of five years.

5.7.3 Part-time students must complete the qualification in double the minimum time allowed, meaning
that, for example, a three-year qualification must be completed within the maximum period of six
years.

5.7.4 It must be noted that, in the case of a qualification being phased out, Senate will implement ad hoc
arrangements in order to resolve the matter.

5.7.5 Prognosis of unsatisfactory academic progress: A student is identified as “academically at risk” on the basis of the
same criteria as stipulated in par. 1.8.1.1 above, but applicable only to the continuous assessment marks as on the
third Monday in April (for the first semester), or the third Monday in September (for the second semester), or the
working day immediately thereafter. In making this determination, faculties must ensure that a continuous
assessment mark is recorded for each and every student on an official database.

5.8 Procedure for student objections or appeals

A student who has been instructed by the Assessment Committee or the relevant faculty to subject
him-/herself to the measures outlined in par. 1.8.3.1(2) and 1.8.3.1(3) above, may object to or
appeal against that decision by means of the following procedure:

(1) A written objection, accompanied by supporting evidence, may be lodged with the
Assessment Committee.

(2) Such an objection must be lodged by the last working day on or before the applicable date
specified below (alternative dates may be published in the annual CUT Calendar).

Courses/modules offered during the first semester and over the

21 January
course of the year
Courses/modules offered during the second semester 10 July

(3) Upon receipt of such an appeal or objection, the Assessment Committee will convene an
Appeals Committee consisting of the following members:

(i) Registrar;
(ii) Dean or senior academic member of the faculty concerned;
(iii) Assistant Registrar: Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services;
(iv) Deputy Registrar: Student Services; and
(v) An SRC member delegated by the SRC.

(4) When considering an objection or appeal, the Appeals Committee will take the following
factors into account:

(i) The academic ability of the student in question, as reflected in his/her academic
record, as well as the time limit allowed for completion of the courses/modules
prescribed by the curriculum or the enrolment contract;
(ii) CUT’s institutional duty to encourage and support:
(a) Student success, even if based on reduced learning targets; and/or
(b) Student compliance with contractual obligations; and
(iii) If applicable, the current enrolment measured against any limits in this regard, with
the Appeals Committee having no jurisdiction to make any adjustments to the
existing enrolment limits.
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(5) Academic exclusion will be enforced as follows:

(i) In the case of a student registered for a year programme, the period of academic
exclusion will not exceed two years.
(ii) In the case of a student registered for a semester programme, the period of academic
exclusion will not exceed two semesters.
(iii) The duration of academic exclusion will be determined by the nature of the academic
shortcomings exhibited by the student, the time required to address such
shortcomings, and the evidence provided in this regard.

(6) The Assessment and Graduations Unit will notify the student in writing of the decision of
the Appeals Committee, and will likewise report the decision to the Assessment
Committee.
(7) Should a student feel aggrieved by the decision of the Appeals Committee, he/she may
lodge a final appeal or objection with the Executive Committee of Senate for a final ruling
on the matter.

6. REMARKING

Remarking means that an assignment/answer script, which has not been altered or extended by the
student, is marked for a second time.

6.1 In accordance with the provisions in the Student Assessment Manual of the Central University of
Technology, Free State, should a student be of the opinion that an individual assignment/answer
script has been marked unfairly or inappropriately, a request for remarking (on the prescribed
form) may be addressed to the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations within three
weeks after publication of the results. An administrative fee per subject is payable before any
application will be processed.

6.2 An assignment may only be submitted for remarking once.

6.3 If the remarking culminates in an amended mark or result, that result is the final result.

7. EXTRA TIME DURING ASSESSMENTS

In accordance with the policy and procedure for the granting of extra time and other concessions
during officially scheduled tests and assessments at the Central University of Technology, Free
State, extra time is allocated to persons with obvious physical, psychological or emotional
disabilities, to allow them to complete their tests and assessments. Alternative arrangements are
also made where necessary, e.g. oral assessments may be permitted.

7.1 A maximum of 15 extra minutes per hour is allowed.

7.2 The allocation of extra time is indicated on the diploma/degree/certificate of the student.

7.3 Students must apply for extra time at the Centre for Counselling and Social Services, using form
LS227.1 (Application for the granting of extra time or other concessions during officially
scheduled tests and/or assessments of the Central University of Technology, Free State), at least
two weeks before classes commence. Applications must be accompanied by supporting
documentation.
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a) The following groups of students shall be entitled to variations on the standard assessment
requirements for summative assessment:

(i) Students with temporary or permanent physical disabilities.

(ii) Students with prior written permission to use special equipment, books, documents
and/or other special requirements to complete the assessment.

b) A student seeking or expecting a variation on the standard assessment requirements for

summative assessment must complete an application form (available from the Assessment
and Graduations Unit). The Wellness Centre is required to submit a recommendation
together with the application to the Assessment and Graduations Unit. The relevant Faculty
Dean will approve/reject the application, after which the decision will be communicated to
the student in writing by the Assessment and Graduations Unit.
c) The faculty may vary the other standard assessment requirements to accommodate the
groups of students mentioned in paragraph 1.2.2.2(a).

7.3.2 Responsibilities of students with temporary disabilities

a) In accordance with procedure, a student with a temporary disability is required to complete

the standard application form (LS 227.1) to be considered for extra time and/or other
variations on the conditions for summative assessment, and to submit such to the
Assessment and Graduations Unit within five working days after the temporary disability
manifests itself, and at least five working days prior to the scheduled summative assessment
opportunity. It is recommended that the student seeks the advice and support of the
Wellness Centre before submitting the application.

b) In the application, the student will be required to provide documentary evidence from a
statutory registered practitioner appropriately qualified to evaluate the disability in
question, and the way in which it relates to the need for a variation on the normal summative
assessment conditions.

c) The Wellness Centre is required to submit a recommendation on the pro forma application
form, subject to the approval of the relevant Faculty Dean, identifying the nature and extent
of the extra time and/or other conditions applicable to any assessment to be undertaken by
the student. This form is then forwarded to the Assessment and Graduations Unit.

d) Prior to the assessment session in question, the Assessment and Graduations Unit will
notify both the student (in writing, and also telephonically, if possible) and the invigilator
of any extra time and/or other variations granted.

7.3.3 Responsibilities of students with permanent disabilities

a) Upon applying for admission as a student, any person with a permanent disability must
indicate the nature of that disability, as well as the associated requirements in terms of
support, curriculum adaptation and variations on assessments. The relevant Faculty Board
will evaluate and consider such an application without unfair discrimination.

b) The Faculty Board shall advise all relevant employees, including those in the Assessment
and Graduations Unit, of the agreed-upon variations on the assessment conditions.
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7.3.4 Use of special equipment, books and documents, and other special requirements

a) Any variations approved by the Executive Committee (Exco) of the Faculty Board must be
clearly indicated on the cover page of all documents.

b) The Assessment and Graduations Unit must ensure that the summative assessment venue
is suitable for any approved variations on the standard requirements, and must give the
Chief Invigilator advance written notice of any variations applicable to a venue.

8. SUBJECT RECOGNITION

8.1 In accordance with the policy and procedure with regard to subject recognition of prior learning,
qualifying for the issuing of a qualification, and recognition of qualifications of South African as
well as foreign students, applicants requesting credit must address a written application on the
prescribed form to the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations. Satisfactory documentary
evidence in support of such applications must be provided. An administrative fee per subject is
payable before any application will be processed.

8.2 The holder of a university qualification certificate must have:

(a) Complied with the admission requirements for the qualification, including the admission
requirements of the courses/module prescribed for the qualification;
(b) Been assessed and found competent in all the competences and skills prescribed for the
qualification;
(c) Completed more than 50% of the credits of the prescribed courses/modules for the
qualification with the university; and
(d) Completed more than 60% of the credits of the exit or final academic year of the prescribed
curriculum for the qualification with the university.

8.3 Final dates for the submission of applications for subject recognition at the Assessment and
Graduations Unit:

For registration during semester 1 and year courses: 02 March

For registration during semester 2: 07 July

9. STUDENT ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT

9.1 Student academic misconduct is a particular form of student misconduct, also subject to the student
disciplinary regulations.

9.2 Academic misconduct

Academic misconduct, whether inadvertent or deliberate, includes the following:

(1) Presenting data with respect to practical work, projects or other work that has been copied,
falsified or otherwise improperly obtained;

(2) Plagiarising the work of others – i.e. claiming or insinuating ownership of another person’s
intellectual and/or academic work – which is a specific and very serious form of academic
misconduct that encompasses the following:
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(i) Copying one or more sentences or paragraphs, word for word, from one or more
sources/persons, or presenting one or more substantial extracts from any book, article,
thesis, working paper, seminar/conference paper, internal report, lecture notes or tape
without clearly indicating their origin or source by means of appropriate referencing;
(ii) Paraphrasing one or more sentences or paragraphs from one or more sources/persons, or
presenting one or more substantial extracts from any book, article, thesis, working paper,
seminar/conference paper, internal report, lecture notes or tape without clearly indicating
their origin or source;
(iii) Submitting the work of another person in whole or in part;
(iv) Using another person's ideas, work or research data without acknowledgement;
(v) Submitting work done by someone else on the student's behalf;
(vi) Copying computer files, algorithms or computer codes without clearly indicating their
origin;
(vii) Submitting work derived in whole or in part from another person's work by a process of
mechanical, digital or other transformation (e.g. changing variable names in computer
program;

(3) Including material in individual work that was compiled with significant assistance from
another person in a manner that is unacceptable according to the assessment guidelines for
the course/module;

(4) Providing assistance to a student in the presentation of individual work in a manner that is
unacceptable according to the assessment guidelines for the course/module;

(5) Intentionally acquiring, using or attempting to use unauthorised information, materials or

study aids;

(6) Conspiring to commit, or being complicit in committing, an act of academic misconduct or

dishonesty;

(7) Facilitating academic dishonesty by intentionally or knowingly assisting or attempting to

assist another person in the act of violating any stipulation of the CUT Code of Academic
Integrity, or any relevant rules, regulations, policies or procedures;

(8) Fabricating information through the intentional and unauthorised falsification or invention
of any information or citation in any academic exercise;

(9) Violating any academic integrity rules of a faculty/department/programme or the

University, including the abuse and/or misuse of computer access and information;

(10) Deliberately forging, or fabricating without authorisation, any official stationery, and/or
fraudulently misusing any official stationery or unauthorised fabrications thereof; and

(11) Committing or being complicit in committing any other action not covered by the above
clauses, but which may be judged by Senate to be an act of unethical academic conduct.

9.3 Code of Academic Integrity

9.3.1 Jurisdiction of the Code of Academic Integrity

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(1) This Code of Academic Integrity shall have jurisdiction on all properties under the control
of CUT, including, but not limited to, its campuses.

(2) Any transgression or violation of this Code of Academic Integrity will be dealt with in
accordance with the existing disciplinary rules, regulations, policies, procedures and
sanction guidelines of CUT.

9.3.2 Academic dishonesty

(1) Academic dishonesty is an act of misrepresenting another person’s work as one’s own,
taking credit for the work of others without acknowledgement and/or appropriate
authorisation, and/or fabricating information.

(2) Common examples of academically dishonest behaviour include, but are not limited to, the
following:

(i) Cheating:
Intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorised information, materials or study
aids in any academic exercise (including assessment); copying answers from another
student's assessment paper; submitting work for an in-class assessment that has been
prepared in advance; representing material prepared by another person as one’s own
work; submitting the same work in more than one course/module without the express
permission of all lecturers/educators concerned; violating any rules governing the
administration of assessments; and violating any rules relating to the academic
conduct prescribed for a course/module or academic programme.
(ii) Forgery:
Intentionally, and without authorisation, falsifying and/or inventing any data,
information or citation in an academic exercise conducted under the auspices of CUT.
(iii) Plagiarism:
Intentionally or negligently representing the words, ideas or sequence of ideas of
another person as one's own in any academic exercise conducted under the auspices
of CUT; alternatively, failing to attribute any quoted, paraphrased or borrowed
information to the proper source (refer to par. 1.6.1.2(2) above).
(iv) Falsification and/or forgery of academic documents:
Knowingly making a false or misleading statement by concealing material
information to this fact and/or forging a CUT official's signature on any academic
document or record, including, but not limited to, an application for admission,
transcript, add-drop form, request for advanced standing, and/or request to register
for a graduate-level course. The falsification or forgery of a non-academic CUT
document, such as a financial aid form, shall be considered a violation of the general
student rules and regulations.
(v) Facilitation of academic dishonesty:
Intentionally or knowingly assisting or attempting to assist another person in
committing an academically dishonest act.

9.3.3 Reporting suspected incidents of academic dishonesty

(1) It is the moral and operational responsibility of every member of the CUT community to
respond to any suspected act of academic dishonesty by:
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(i) Confronting the suspect(s) and encouraging him/her/them to report the incident and
confess his/her/their involvement;
(ii) Reporting his/her suspicions and reasons for such to a CUT official, e.g.
lecturer/educator; and/or
(iii) Reporting the incident to the Academic Integrity Committee.

(2) Turning oneself in and confessing after having committed an act of academic dishonesty is
strongly encouraged and may be considered a mitigating factor in determining appropriate
sanctions.

9.3.4 Actions to encourage and support academic honesty

(1) Within the parameters approved by Senate, lecturers/educators are responsible for
determining the appropriate learning and assessment activities to advance and support the
educational outcomes of a course/module, including the personal values and conduct
modification aims relevant to the course/module. Academic honesty must be upheld as an
implicit educational outcome of all courses/modules.

(2) Lecturers/educators are encouraged to:

(i) Clearly explain to students their expectations regarding the completion of assessment
tasks, including the permissible level of collaboration with others;
(ii) Maintain high standards when it comes to securing confidential information and
material, including assessment material;
(iii) Be creative and innovative in devising assessment questions/tasks, and remove the
element of predictability from such; and
(iv) Afford students the opportunity to confirm their commitment to academic integrity
in various settings, including assessments and other educational assignments. The
following student declaration may be used for this purpose:
“I, {student's name and student number}, affirm that I have completed this
assignment/assessment in accordance with the CUT’s Code of Academic
Integrity, that I have properly acknowledged all sources used, and that the work
is my own intellectual product.”

9.3.5 Sanction inscription on a student’s record

(1) In the event of a student being found guilty of academic dishonesty and unless otherwise
prescribed by the Code of Student Conduct, all sanctions under this code – with the
exception of failure of a particular assignment– shall be marked on the respondent’s
permanent record with the inscription “Academic Dishonesty”.

(i) In the case of failure of a course/module, the notation shall remain on the student’s
record for a minimum of one year.
(ii) In the case of suspension or expulsion from a course/module, the notation shall
remain on the student’s record for a minimum of one year.

(2) Once the minimum time period has elapsed, the student may petition the Registrar for the
removal of the sanction inscription from his/her permanent record. This provision shall not,
however, prohibit any programme, department or faculty of CUT from retaining records of
violations and reporting such violations as required by the relevant professional
accreditation standards.
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10. GENERAL INFORMATION

10.1 The results and assessment timetables for the various assessment opportunities are available as
follows:

(a) The CUT website (https://pr.cut.ac.za)

10.2 Please note that it is sometimes necessary to divide large class groups into smaller groups during
assessments. Students must consult the individual assessment timetables for information on the
venue in which the assessment is to be conducted.

10.3 A student may not take into the assessment room any books, dictionaries, calculators, notes, other
documents, or any written or printed matter or devices except those authorised by the assessor and
indicated on the cover page of the question paper.

10.4 CUT accepts no responsibility/liability for any loss of, or damage to, personal property in
assessment venues.
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CHAPTER 10

EXAMINATION POLICY 2021

1. POLICY STATEMENT (REASON, NATURE AND OBJECTIVES)

Examination plays an important part in the assessment of knowledge and skills acquired by
students as a result of studying a particular course. CUT conducts examinations in the form of
both written and practical assessment. The policy outlines the basic principles supporting
examinations, and the expectations of students and lecturing staff.

The examination policy should be read in conjunction with the assessment policy, assessment
procedure and examination procedure.

2. DEFINITIONS and ABBREVIATIONS

Admission mark means the minimum course mark (50%) needed to qualify for a summative
assessment.

Cheating means an act or an attempted act of deceit to gain or facilitate academic credits.

Continuous assessment means a form of educational examination that evaluates a student’s

progress throughout a prescribed course. It is often used as an alternative to the final
examination system. Promoters of continuous assessment argue that the approach allows the
tracking of progress, and has a chance of offering students more support, guidance and
opportunities to improve during the course or programme

Curriculum means the prescribed courses/modules to be successfully completed before a

qualification can be awarded.

Deferred assessment or deferred summative assessment means an assessment offered to

students who were unable to participate in the scheduled summative assessment sessions due
to illness or special individual circumstances. Deferred assessment sessions are governed by
the following administrative rules:
(i) If necessary, deferred assessment sessions are scheduled immediately or directly on
conclusion of the June and November summative assessment schedules.
(ii) A deferred summative assessment may only be considered if the affected student
makes a formal application, with supporting evidence (e.g. medical certificate, etc.), to the
Assessment and Graduations Unit within three working days after the scheduled summative
assessment session of a particular course/module.
(iii) No further assessment opportunity beyond a deferred assessment is offered.

Dissertation means the research report submitted, in the prescribed format, in partial fulfilment
of the curriculum of a master’s degree.

Examination duration means the time allocated for the writing of an examination paper, i.e.
120/180 minutes, excluding reading time.

Examination timetable means the scheduled dates for the assessment of subjects.

Final mark or final course mark for a course/module means the composite formative and
summative assessment mark, which is determined in a manner prescribed by the Faculty Board.
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Formative assessment means a process consisting of a variety of assessment opportunities

(such as written tests, assignments and presentations), scheduled on an ongoing basis, and
structured as part of teaching and learning during the course or module. The assessment is
graded by means of an appropriate assessment tool such as a rubric or memorandum,
culminating in a formative assessment mark captured on the Integrated Tertiary Software (ITS)
System. The student receives feedback on the assessment towards the achievement of intended
learning outcomes. The formative assessment schedule is approved by the Faculty Board and
published in the student’s learning guide.

Formative assessment mark means a calculated mark based on all assessments done, with the
manner of calculation being determined by the faculty and announced to the students
accordingly.

Leakage means when candidates have knowledge of the actual questions before the assessment
day.

Module or course means a structured set of learning activities and outcomes or course offerings
within an assigned National Qualifications Framework (NQF) level and credits, and which is
assessed independently.

Non-repeated question means a question that has not been included in previous papers.

Occasional student means any person who is registered for one or more modules, and who has
complied with the admission requirements for the course(s)/module(s), but who is not registered
as a candidate for a specific qualification.

Promoter means the person appointed by CUT under whose academic direction and guidance
a student completes his/her thesis.

Reassessment, unless otherwise stated in the faculty rules, means a further assessment
opportunity granted to a candidate who achieves a final mark of between 45% and 49% for a
course/module, and who wishes to improve the final mark to 50%. Reassessment is granted
under the following administrative conditions:

(i) The reassessment of a year course/module (with two or more units) takes place directly
after the assessment of the last unit, and covers the learning aims and achievements of all units.
(ii) The reassessment of all other modules takes place immediately after the formal
summative assessment sessions scheduled in June and November each year.
(iii) No further assessment opportunity beyond reassessment is offered.

Student means any person registered for a courses/module leading towards a qualification at
CUT, or who is an occasional student at CUT.

Summative assessment means an assessment opportunity assessing all or broad sections of the
learning outcome identified for the course/module, administered by the Assessment and
Graduations Unit. Unless the context indicates otherwise, “assessment” will have the same
meaning.

Supplementary assessment means an extension of the original summative assessment in the

form of an oral, project, portfolio or practical work assessment. The learning aims and
achievements covered in such a supplementary assessment are the same as in the preceding
summative assessment.
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The following administrative provisions govern supplementary assessments:

(i) All students who achieve between 48% and 49% in the summative assessment at the
end of a module or unit are summoned by the examiner/assessor to a supplementary assessment
to confirm the assessment result.
(ii) A notice with the particulars of candidates summoned for a supplementary assessment
is published on the departmental noticeboard and on the Student Portal within four working
days after the conclusion of the summative assessment in question.
(iii) It is the responsibility of the student to have knowledge of the details of a summons to
supplementary assessment, especially the date, time and venue of assessment. CUT accepts no
responsibility/liability in this regard.

Statement of results means a summary of the final marks over all courses/modules already
completed (pass or fail), and, subject to the payment of all CUT fees, is supplied to students on
completion of the June and November summative assessments.

Syllabus means a description of the competency and autonomous learning outcomes of a

course/module, as well as the learning topics to be covered in order to achieve these outcomes.

Supervisor means the person appointed by CUT under whose academic direction and guidance
a student completes his/her dissertation or treatise.

Thesis means the research report submitted, in the prescribed format, in partial fulfilment of
the curriculum of a doctorate.

Treatise means the research report submitted, in the prescribed format, in partial fulfilment of
the curriculum of course work forming part of a master’s degree.

Unit means courses/modules that are sometimes divided into two or more units that are
independently assessed, possibly at different times of the year. Generally, units of a
course/module do not have a final mark.

2.2 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYMS

DHET means Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).

HEI means higher education institution.
SAQA means South African Qualifications Authority.
USAf means Universities South Africa (formerly known as Higher Education South Africa
(HESA)).

3. PURPOSE OF THE POLICY

3.1 To maintain the highest standard of academic integrity in the examination processes.
3.2 To ensure that examination assesses learning outcomes.
3.3 To establish fair examination processes.
3.4 To provide an excellent assessment support service at the Central University of
Technology, Free State (CUT).
3.5 To ensure fair treatment to students, including those with disabilities.

4. SCOPE AND APPLICATION

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The examination policy applies to all academic programmes offered by the faculties,
departments and CUT Innovation Services (CUTIS) across the university, in order to ensure
the integrity of examination, which leads to a qualification.

5. APPROACH AND PHILOSOPHY/PRINCIPLES

The following philosophies/principles inform the assessment of students at CUT:

5.1 Vision 2021, which advocates for quality social and technological innovations in
socio-economic development in the Central region.
5.2 Promoting CUT’s core values, namely integrity, customer service, diversity, innovation and
excellence.
5.3 Ensuring the quality of examination papers.
5.4 Fair treatment to all students.
5.5 Fair treatment to students with disabilities.
5.6 Ensuring the correctness of student course marks.
5.7 Adequate time given to all students.
5.8 Continuous communication to students.
5.9 Quality of question papers.

6. EXAMINATIONS PREPARATIONS

APPOINTMENT OF EXAMINERS, ASSESSORS, MODERATORS AND MEMBERS

OF THE ASSESSMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARC), AS WELL AS THEIR TASKS
AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Each Faculty Board is responsible for nominating and approving assessors and/or moderators
for every subject/module to be assessed within the faculty (with further approval by the
Executive Committee of Senate (Senex) needed in the case of external assessors and/or
moderators).

All such nominations must be submitted to the Assessment and Graduations Unit, for the
appointment of assessors and/or moderators.

Chief invigilator
The chief invigilator assigned to a scheduled assessment session will be responsible for the
organisation and administration of the invigilation within the assessment venue.

Invigilators
The invigilators must ensure that they report to the assessment venue to which they have been
assigned at least 45 minutes prior to commencement of the assessment session.

6.1 Typing and format of test and assessment papers

All papers must be provided with a cover page containing the necessary instructions to enable
the candidate to answer the correct paper in the correct way.

Papers must be technically edited in accordance with the format contained in the procedure.

All papers must be compiled in accordance with the language policy. In cases where only one
language is used by a certain student group, the assessor may compile such a paper in one
language only, as long as students indicate in writing that it is acceptable. A statement to this
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effect must be submitted to the Assessment and Graduations Unit by the assessor together with
the paper.

6.1.2 Copying of assessment question papers

Assessment books are issued by the Assessment and Graduations Unit itself.

The Assessment and Graduations Unit must complete form LS 98 (photocopy requisition form)
based on the number of students per computer printout drawn from the ITS System.

6.1.3 Examination timetable

The Assessment and Graduations Unit is responsible for compiling the examination timetable.
The first-draft timetable will be published, and clashes will be attended to. Students will be
furnished with draft examination timetables for the first and second semesters. It is the
responsibility of the student to make sure that he/she does not register for courses that clash on
the examination timetable. The final examination timetable will be published one month
before examination commences.

6.1.4. Examination scripts

Examination scripts shall at all times remain the property of the university and shall not be
removed from the examination venue or fall into the hands of unauthorised persons.

Blank examination scripts and other stationery that may be necessary at any examination
session shall be delivered to the examination by Assessment Management.

6.1.5 Administration of assessment

For each assessment venue and session (according to the official assessment schedule), a chief
invigilator will be appointed by the Assessment and Graduations Unit in accordance with the
policy and procedure for the appointment and employment of independent contractors as
invigilators during official summative assessment sessions.

6.2 REMARKING AND RESUBMISSION OF AN ASSESSMENT

Remarking
Remarking is the process whereby an alternate examiner/assessor reassesses a portion of a
student’s assessment work, or an entire assessment book and/or related material, to which the
student has made no alterations or additions.

Resubmission
Resubmission is the act of submitting, for assessment purposes, previously submitted
assessment work to which the student has since made improvements by means of altering,
adding to, rewriting or reworking the original content.

6.3 STUDENT ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT

Student academic misconduct is a particular form of student misconduct, also subject to the
student disciplinary regulations.

6.4 ACADEMIC REVIEW OF STUDENT PROGRESS

A student is academically unsuccessful in the following instances:
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• In the case of a first-year student: Failing all credit-bearing subjects for which he/she is
enrolled at the end of academic year. A warning letter will be issued to a student indicating poor
performance during the year. Non-credit-bearing subjects do not count during academic
exclusions.
• In the case of a senior student: Failing, on two consecutive attempts, 50% or more of the
subjects for which he/she is enrolled, and/or cancelling some or all modules or the course for
which he/she is registered, after registration control date in the particular academic year. A
warning letter will be issued to a student indicating poor performance.
• Students are excluded at the end of each academic year, as opposed to at the end of each
semester.
• First-year students in the Faculty of Engineering Built Environment and Information
Technology are regarded as senior students during second semester registration.

Students are excluded at the end of each academic year, and not at the end of each semester.

7. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The roles and responsibilities are outlined in the examination procedure.

8. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY

The Deans, Head of Departments (HoDs) and lecturers are responsible for ensuring the integrity
of the examinations.

The Quality Enhancement Unit is responsible for the evaluation of the question papers in the
three-year cycle.

The Assessment and Graduations Unit are to ensure effective assessment practices.

The Registrar’s Office is responsible for the moderation and invigilation of formative and
summative assessment practices.

9. REVIEW OF THE POLICY

The policy is reviewed annually to ensure compliance and adherence to legislative changes.

10. RELATED DOCUMENTS

E/41 – Admission policy

LS 101.1 – Checklist: results
LS 103 – Reassessment candidates
LS 106.1 – Declaration of verification of marks
LS 107.3 – Assessment mark control form
LS 108.2 – Claim form: External assessors/moderators
LS 118.2 – Statement of independent work
LS 119 – Questionnaire on the quality of assessment papers
LS 120.2 - Application form: Certificates
LS 120.3 – Application for the issuing of a certificate of conduct
LS 121.2 – Assessment: Special report on question papers
LS 123 – Application for subject recognition
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LS 124.3 – Application form: Assessments

LS 215.1 – Mark sheet (Dissertation)
LS 216.1 – Mark sheet (Treatise)
LS 217.1 – Results (Doctorate)
LS 218.1 – Recommendation on the awarding of a master’s degree (dissertation)
LS 219.1 – Recommendation on the awarding of a master’s degree (treatise)
LS 220.1 – Recommendation on the awarding of a doctorate
LS 227.1 – Application for the granting of extra time or other concessions during officially
scheduled tests and/or assessments of CUT
LS 236 – Application form: Recognition of prior learning
LS 262 – Application for the approval of a research project
LS 263 – Amendment of a title
LS 264 – Appointment/amendment/addition of a supervisor/co-supervisor/ promoter/co-
promoter
LS 265 – Appointment/amendment/addition of an examiner
LS 266 – Amendment of an instructional programme that includes a research project form
LS 154 – Replacement student card application form
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EXAMINATION PROCEDURES

1. STATEMENT

Examination plays an important part in the assessment of knowledge and skills acquired by
students as a result of studying a particular course. CUT conducts examinations in the form of
both written and practical assessment. The procedure outlines the basic principles supporting
examinations, and the expectations of students and lecturing staff.

The examination procedure should be read in conjunction with the assessment policy,
assessment procedure and examination policy.

2. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

2.1 Definitions

Admission mark means the minimum course mark (50%) needed to qualify for a summative
assessment.

Cheating means an act or an attempted act of deceit to gain or facilitate academic credits.

Continuous assessment is regular and ongoing assessment of learning outcomes in a course/

module and is accompanied by regular feedback. Continuous assessment can take various forms
such as observation of practical skills; written assessment, portfolio of learning evidence or
assessment of competencies. Each continuous assessment opportunity counts towards the final
mark for the course/module.

Curriculum means the prescribed courses/modules to be successfully completed before a

qualification can be awarded.

Deferred assessment or deferred summative assessment means an assessment offered to

students who were unable to participate in the scheduled summative assessment sessions due
to illness or special individual circumstances. Deferred assessment sessions are governed by
the following administrative rules:
(i) If necessary, deferred assessment sessions are scheduled immediately or directly on conclusion
of the June and November summative assessment schedules.
(ii) A deferred summative assessment may only be considered if the affected student makes a
formal application, with supporting evidence (e.g. medical certificate, etc.), to the Assessment
and Graduations Unit within three working days after the scheduled summative assessment
session of a particular course/module.
(iii)No further assessment opportunity beyond a deferred assessment is offered.

Dissertation means the research report submitted, in the prescribed format, in partial fulfilment
of the curriculum of a master’s degree.

Examination duration means the time allocated for the writing of an examination paper, i.e.
120/180 minutes, excluding reading time.

Examination timetable means the scheduled dates for the assessment of subjects.
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Final mark or final course mark for a course/module means the composite formative and
summative assessment mark, which is determined in a manner prescribed by the Faculty Board.

Formative assessment means a process consisting of a variety of assessment opportunities

(such as written tests, assignments and presentations), scheduled on an ongoing basis, and
structured as part of teaching and learning during the course or module. The assessment is
graded by means of an appropriate assessment tool such as a rubric or memorandum,
culminating in a formative assessment mark captured on the Integrated Tertiary Software (ITS)
System. The student receives feedback on the assessment towards the achievement of intended
learning outcomes. The formative assessment schedule is approved by the Faculty Board,and
published in the student’s learning guide.

Formative assessment mark means a calculated mark based on all assessments done, with the
manner of calculation being determined by the faculty, and announced to the students
accordingly.

Leakage means when candidates have knowledge of the actual questions before the assessment
day.

Module or course means a structured set of learning activities and outcomes or course
offerings within an assigned National Qualifications Framework (NQF) level and credits, and
which is assessed independently.

Non-repeated question means a question that has not been included in previous papers.

Occasional student means any person who is registered for one or more modules, and who has
complied with the admission requirements for the course(s)/module(s), but who is not
registered as a candidate for a specific qualification.

Promoter means the person appointed by CUT under whose academic direction and guidance
a student completes his/her thesis.

Reassessment, unless otherwise stated in the faculty rules, means a further assessment
opportunity granted to a candidate who achieves a final mark of between 45% and 49% for a
course/module, and who wishes to improve the final mark to 50%. Reassessment is granted
under the following administrative conditions:

(i) The reassessment of a year course/module (with two or more units) takes place directly after
the assessment of the last unit, and covers the learning aims and achievements of all units.
(ii) The reassessment of all other modules takes place immediately after the formal summative
assessment sessions scheduled in June and November each year.
(iii)No further assessment opportunity beyond reassessment is offered.
Student means any person registered for a courses/modules leading towards a qualification at
CUT, or who is an occasional student at CUT.

Summative assessment means an assessment opportunity assessing all or broad sections of the
learning outcome identified for the course/module, administered by the Assessment and
Graduations Unit. Unless the context indicates otherwise, “assessment” will have the same
meaning.
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Supplementary assessment means an extension of the original summative assessment in the

form of an oral, project, portfolio or practical work assessment. The learning aims and
achievements covered in such a supplementary assessment are the same as in the preceding
summative assessment.

The following administrative provisions govern supplementary assessments:

(i) All students who achieve between 48% and 49% in the summative assessment at the end of a
module or unit are summoned by the examiner/assessor to a supplementary assessment to
confirm the assessment result.
(ii) A notice with the particulars of candidates summoned for a supplementary assessment is
published on the departmental noticeboard and on the Student Portal within four working days
after the conclusion of the summative assessment in question.
(iii)It is the responsibility of the student to have knowledge of the details of a summons to
supplementary assessment, especially the date, time and venue of assessment. CUT accepts no
responsibility/liability in this regard.

Statement of results means a summary of the final marks over all courses/modules already
completed (pass or fail), and, subject to the payment of all CUT fees, is supplied to students on
completion of the June and November summative assessments.

Syllabus means a description of the competency and autonomous learning outcomes of a

course/module, as well as the learning topics to be covered in order to achieve these outcomes.

Supervisor means the person appointed by CUT under whose academic direction and guidance
a student completes his/her dissertation or treatise.

Thesis means the research report submitted, in the prescribed format, in partial fulfilment of
the curriculum of a doctorate.

Treatise means the research report submitted, in the prescribed format, in partial fulfilment of
the curriculum of course work forming part of a master’s degree.

Unit means courses/modules that are sometimes divided into two or more units that are
independently assessed, possibly at different times of the year. Generally, units of a
course/module do not have a final mark.

2.2 Abbreviations
DHET means Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET).
HEI means higher education institution.
SAQA means South African Qualifications Authority.
USAf means Universities South Africa (formerly known as Higher Education South Africa
(HESA)).

3. TYPING AND FORMAT OF TEST AND ASSESSMENT PAPERS

3.1 All papers must be provided with a cover page that contains the necessary instructions to enable
the candidate to answer the correct paper in the correct way.

3.2 Papers must be technically edited in accordance with the format contained in this procedure.
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3.3 All papers must be compiled in accordance with the CUT language policy. In cases where
more than one language is used by a certain student group, the assessor may compile such a
paper in those languages, provided that students agree to it in writing. A statement to this effect
must be submitted together with the paper to the Assessment and Graduations Unit by the
assessor.

3.4 Papers are handed in at the Assessment and Graduations Unit in typewritten form. The
assessor/moderator receives a receipt for the papers/memorandums handed in.

3.5 Format and composition of papers:

3.5.1 Cover page:

a) The date and session of the relevant paper.

b) The subject/module name and code.

c) Any special stationery that may be needed, for example graph paper, steam tables, etc., as well
as the type of pocket calculator that may be used, if applicable.
d) The educational programme(s) under which the subject/module fall(s).

e) The duration of the paper, and the maximum marks thereof.

f) Any special instructions, e.g. the answering of any four questions, or the answering of question
1 on the multiple-choice answer sheet.
g) The number of pages the paper consists of, including the cover page.

h) Any appendices/tables that must be attached to the paper.

i) Space for the signature of the assessor/moderator.

3.5.2 Appendices: Any appendices must be attached to the paper by the assessor and must
also be indicated on the cover page of the paper.

3.5.3 Dictionaries, pocket calculators, necessities for open-book assessments: Any

dictionaries, pocket calculators and necessities for open-book assessments that may be used,
should be indicated under “stationery” on the cover page.

3.5.4 Font: The following word processing programme and font must be used:
a) MS Word

b) Arial 12

3.6 Responsibilities of the assessor and moderator:

3.61 The format requirements mentioned in this procedure must be strictly adhered to.

3.6.2 Instructions to the candidates must be clearly explained, and any special requisites must be
indicated.
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3.6.3 The grand total of the paper must be indicated. The marks for each section of each question
must be clearly indicated at the end of that section, and the total number of marks for the
question must be indicated at the end of the question.

3.6.4 Careful attention must be paid to the wording of questions to ensure that all questions are
unambiguous. Only standard abbreviations may be used, and should there be any doubt
regarding the abbreviation, the standard South African Bureau of Standards (SABS)
abbreviation will be regarded as correct.

3.6.5 In general, abbreviations should be avoided where a single letter or symbol that may have
more than one meaning is used.

3.6.6 The memorandum must indicate the marks allocated for parts of questions, as well as parts
of calculations.

3.6.7 Assessors and moderators must maintain strict security during the compilation and
moderation of papers and memorandums. Under no circumstances may an uncompleted or
completed paper/memorandum be left or stored in such a way that any other person can
obtain access to it. Papers and memorandums stored on computers and computer disks must
be safeguarded with a unique access code. The typist must also maintain strict
confidentiality.

3.6.8 Assessors and moderators must strictly keep to the deadlines for the submission of papers
indicated in their letters of appointment.

3.6.9 After the paper has been prepared according to the approved format, and all corrections have
been made to the satisfaction of the assessor and moderator, both the assessor and the
moderator must sign on the front of each page of the paper, including the cover page and
appendices, as an indication that the paper is correct in all respects, and that it can be
duplicated.

4. RECEIVING OF TEST/ASSESSMENT BOOKS

4.1 On receipt of test papers, test books and assessment books from the suppliers, a check is
conducted by the Assessment Manager as to whether the correct numbers of books and
papers have been delivered, and the books are then packed in a storeroom at the Assessment
and Graduations Unit, which is then locked by the Assessment Manager.

4.2 The storeroom containing the test papers, test books and assessment books may never be left
unattended when open, and the keys are to be kept by the responsible person in the
Assessment and Graduations Unit.

4.3 When a faculty requires test books or test paper, a request (LS 225 form) should be submitted
by the department concerned to the Assessment and Graduations Unit.

4.4 The number of books and/or sheets of paper is noted in a register, together with the names
of the applicant and the messenger.

4.5 It is obligatory to sign in acknowledgement of receipt of the books. The Faculty Officers
are responsible for the further safekeeping and issuing of test books and test paper, as well
as the record keeping thereof.
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4.5 Assessment books are issued by the Assessment and Graduations Unit itself.

4.7 During assessment periods, the relevant number of assessment books, together with the
question papers, are taken to the venues in locked boxes, which are transported to the various
venues by Protection Services employees daily.

4.8 A checklist for stationery, indicating the number of assessment books sent, is sent to each
venue.

4.9 When the remaining assessment books are returned, the main examiner must indicate on the
checklist how many books were used. When the Assessment and Graduations Unit receives
the list and the books, the books are recounted, and the numbers are balanced.

4.10 Assessors who are involved with tests and assessments must always ensure that students do
not take completed or uncompleted test papers, test books and/or assessment books from the
test/assessment venue.

4.11 Completed assessment books are stored according to national archive prescriptions.

4.12 Completed and marked test papers and test books are provided to registered students after
tests by the relevant academic departments.

4.13 Completed assessment books are stored by Metrofile for five years. The Assessment and
Graduations Unit is responsible for arrangements pertaining to the archiving thereof.

5. COPYING OF ASSESSMENT QUESTION PAPERS

5.1 Printing of examination papers is done by Assessment and Graduation Unit .

5.2 The Assessment and Graduations Unit must complete the requisition form in full. The
number of original documents submitted and the code of the assessment question paper
concerned must also be indicated.

5.3 In the case of a main assessment, the number of copies requested must be based strictly on
the list reflecting the number of students, plus the number of copies for outside parties, such
as Library and Information Services (LIS).

5.4 In the case of a sickness, special or reassessment, the number of copies requested must be
based on the average number of students who qualified for previous sickness, special and
reassessments.

5.5 The Copying Services Officers make the exact same number of copies specified on the
requisition form (LS 98 form).

5.6 If copying has not yet been completed by the end of the working day, the copies already
made must be locked away in the strongroom of the copying room.

5.7 Copying Services Officers are the only persons authorised to hold keys to the doors and
security gates of the copying room.

5.8 All defective copies of assessment question papers must be shredded.

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5.9 The Copying Services Officers must also complete the requisition form (LS 98 form) in full,
indicating the number of copies made, the name of the person who made the copies, and the
date of completion.

5.10 Brief statements must be signed if the number of copies made should differ from the number
of copies requested.

5.11 Assessment question papers must be returned to the Assessment and Graduations Unit under
guard as soon as the copying process has been completed.

5.12 The receiving officer at the Assessment and Graduations Unit must immediately sign and
date the LS 98 form in acknowledgement of receipt of the assessment question papers.

6. ADMINISTRATION OF ASSESSMENT

6.1 For each assessment venue and session as per the official assessment schedule, a Chief
Invigilator will be appointed by the Assessment and Graduations Unit, in accordance with
the policy and procedure for the appointment and employment of independent contractors
as invigilators during official summative assessment sessions.

6.2 The Assessment and Graduations Unit, in accordance with the aforementioned policy and
procedure, appoints invigilators in line with the following student assessment participation
levels per session:

Additional Student participation level per session

invigilators
One For the first 30 students, or parts thereof.
One For every additional 45 students (i.e. after having
discounted the first 30).

6.3 The Assessment and Graduations Unit will induct all Chief Invigilators and invigilators on
the applicable assessment procedures and conduct and will supply each with an invigilation
timetable/schedule.

6.4 The Assessment and Graduations Unit, or their delegate, will assume responsibility for the
following tasks:

a) Producing and publishing an assessment schedule.

b) Numbering the seats in each assessment venue and assigning a seat to each participating
candidate (with the necessary variation, the same arrangements apply to assessment sessions
without seating requirements).
c) Supplying each Chief Invigilator with all necessary assessment material and documentation
one hour before the start of an assigned assessment session. The documentation should
include a copy of the Chief Invigilator’s report sheet/card, mark sheet, and seating
assignment sheet.
d) Accepting from the Chief Invigilator all unused assessment material and documentation after
each assessment session.
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e) Balancing/reconciling the number of used and unused assessment materials and documents
against the number supplied for the session.
f) Contacting examiners/assessors who fail to collect the relevant scripts and
mark sheets from the assessment venue and reminding them to collect the same from the
Assessment and Graduations Unit.
g) Immediately on conclusion of the scheduled assessment session, reporting to the relevant
Dean all the assigned examiners who failed to collect the relevant scripts and mark sheets
from the assessment venue.
h) On conclusion of the scheduled summative assessment activity, facilitating the remuneration
claims of external examiners, moderators and invigilators.
i) Forwarding, within three working days, all Chief Invigilators’ reports of incidents of
suspected misconduct or irregularities to the Registrar’s Office, for investigation and/or
processing in accordance with approved policies and procedures.

7. CHIEF INVIGILATOR

The Chief Invigilator assigned to a scheduled assessment session will be responsible for the
organisation and administration of the invigilation within the assessment venue, as well as
the following:

7.1 Ensuring that the assigned venue is properly prepared, so as to allow assessment candidates
to enter at least 20 minutes before the scheduled commencement time.

7.2 Collecting the following material and documentation from the Assessment and Graduations
Unit one hour prior to the commencement of the session:

a) the necessary question papers;

b) the necessary stationery;
c) the Chief Invigilator’s report and mark sheets; and
d) the attendance slips (to be completed by students participating in the assessment).

7.3 Ensuring that the correct assessment material and documentation for the specific assessment
session are handed over by the Assessment and Graduations Unit, or by the Protection
Services Unit if the assigned venue is the Boet Troskie Hall, Main Hall or Artec Hall.

7.4 Ensuring compliance with all codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures governing
assessments.

7.5 Ensuring that the question papers are distributed to the candidates sufficiently ahead of time,
so that the assessment session may commence promptly.

7.6 Ensuring that the area around each candidate is cleared of all articles and material not
required for assessment purposes, and that an area of the venue has been designated for the
depositing of briefcases, bags and other items, prior to commencement of the assessment
session.
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7.7 Ensuring that students participating in the assessment session openly display their student
identity cards on the corners of their assigned desks.

7.8 Ensuring that all announcements are made before the assessment session commences.

7.9 Announcing the start and end times of the assessment session, as well as the
courses/modules, or parts thereof, to be assessed during the session.

7.10 Deciding whether any of the invigilators may be released from duty during the assessment
session.

7.11 Reporting, in accordance with procedures, all cases of suspected misconduct, deviations,
mistakes, errata or differences to the Assessment and Graduations Unit on the prescribed
form (LS 121.2 form) within 24 hours of the session.

7.12 Arranging attendance slips in the same order as the mark sheet and the Chief Invigilator’s
report.

7.13 Checking the number of attendances slips against the number of students present, and
checking the attendance slips against the mark sheet and the Chief Invigilator’s report. Under
no circumstances may the Chief Invigilator add candidates’ names to his/her report or mark
sheet. Any enquiry in this regard should be referred to the Assessment and Graduations Unit.

7.14 Indicating on the Chief Invigilator’s report and mark sheet whether a candidate is present or
absent, and also performing the following duties:

a) Deleting the absentees’ student numbers from the Chief Invigilator’s report and mark sheet
and indicating the attending candidates’ names with a tick (ü).
b) Indicating the student numbers of the absentees in the relevant column on the Chief
Invigilator’s report and mark sheet.
c) Carefully completing and signing the Chief Invigilator’s report.

7.15 Arranging the students’ assessment scripts in the same order as the names on the Chief
Invigilator’s report and the mark sheet before handing the scripts over to the examiner.

8. INVIGILATORS

Invigilators must:

8.1 ensure that they report to the assessment venue to which they have been assigned at least 45
minutes prior to the commencement of the assessment session;

8.2 without unduly disturbing the students, check their identity cards or official identification
documents against the attendance slips during the assessment session, and prevent any student
without positive identification from entering the assessment venue, with such student to be
referred to the Assessment and Graduations Unit;

8.3 collect and sort all attendance slips, and hand these over to the Chief Invigilator;
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8.4 ensure that candidates do not consume any food or beverages, other than what may be
medically prescribed, during the assessment session;

8.5 ensure that there is no smoking in the assessment venue;

8.6 ensure that there is no communication, either spoken or written, amongst candidates during
the assessment session;

8.7 ensure that the correct assessment stationery and question papers are available, and are
distributed to candidates present in the assessment venue;

8.8 ensure that, on conclusion of the assessment session, all assessment scripts are collected,
sorted and handed over to the Chief Invigilator;

8.9 report to the Chief Invigilator any suspected infringement of the rules by a candidate, and
immediately attend to any such suspected infringement according to the procedures stipulated
in this procedure; and

8.10 take appropriate steps to maintain ideal performance conditions within and around the
assessment venue and take the necessary steps to curtail activities considered detrimental to
the performance of candidates.

9. RULES FOR STUDENT CONDUCT DURING ASSESSMENTS

9.1 The following rules for student conduct shall apply to all assessment sessions conducted
under the auspices of the Assessment and Graduations Unit:

9.1.1 All students must be seated 15 minutes before the assessment is scheduled to commence.

9.1.2 Students will be given five minutes to read through the question paper before the assessment
session starts.

9.1.3 With the exceptions referred to hereafter, no writing on the assessment paper or the supplied
stationery is permitted during the reading time referred to above. During this period, students
may, however, complete and sign the attendance slips, and fill in the details required on the
front cover of the answer books or the stationery provided.

9.1.4 Every student must fill in and sign the assessment attendance slip provided and must also
present the Chief Invigilator with his/her student identification card or other form of official
identification. Students who are unable to provide such proof of identity must present
themselves to the Assessment and Graduations Unit prior to the commencement of the session,
at which time they will be granted temporary admission to the assessment. In such a case, the
student’s assessment results will not be released until proof of identity has been established
by the Assessment and Graduations Unit in the manner prescribed.

9.1.5 Every student must read and comply with the instructions that appear on the front cover of the
answer book(s) or stationery provided, as well as the instructions on the assessment paper. As
proof, students must provide their full names and signatures in the space provided on the
answer book(s) or stationery provided.

9.1.6 No student may start answering the assessment questions until authorised to do so by the Chief
Invigilator and must immediately cease writing when instructed to do so by the Chief
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Invigilator. On conclusion of the assessment, all students must remain seated until all the
assessment book(s) and stationery have been collected.

9.1.7 No student shall be admitted to the assessment venue more than 30 minutes after the published
starting time of the assessment. Only students with a valid reason for being late will be
admitted to the assessment venue after the starting time.

9.1.8 No student may leave the assessment venue during the first 60 minutes or the last
10 minutes of an assessment session.

9.1.9 Once the assessment has commenced, a student may leave the assessment venue only with the
consent of the Chief Invigilator and must be supervised by an invigilator for the duration of
his/her absence.

9.1.10 Subject to 9.1.8 above, any student wishing to leave the assessment venue permanently
must hand over all answer books and stationery to the Chief Invigilator, who must again verify
the identity of the student.

9.1.11 Unless with the prior consent and approval of the assessor and/or the Assessment and
Graduations Unit, no student may bring into or remove from an assessment venue any books,
dictionaries, calculators, notes, documents, written or printed material, or devices in any form,
assessment answer book, stationary or attendance slip.

9.1.12 During the course of an assessment, no student may speak to, consult with, or share any
material or device with any person other than an invigilator.

9.1.13 No student may give any form of assistance to another student, or accept any form of
assistance from another student, during an assessment session.

9.1.14 Lecturing/teaching staff may in no way assist students during an assessment session.
However, in cases where a student encounters a problem with the question paper or a part
thereof, the Chief Invigilator shall seek the assistance of the assigned assessor in resolving the
reported problem.

9.1.15 9.1.16 No smoking is allowed in an assessment venue.

9.1.17 No cellular phones or other communication devices are permitted in an assessment

venue.

9.1.18 When permitted in the assessment venue, calculators must be handheld/portable, quiet
and self-powered, and may not be used as a storage device.

9.1.19 No candidate may consume any food or beverages in the assessment venue, unless
medically prescribed (e.g. cough lozenges, etc.) Water is allowed only in clear, transparent no
label water bottles.

9.1.20 All assessment answers must be written in black or blue ink.

9.1.21 Subject to the context variations, and unless otherwise determined by the relevant
examiner/assessor, the rules of assessment conduct shall apply to all assessments.
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9.2 Examination scripts

9.2.1 Examination scripts shall at all times remain the property of the university and shall not be
removed from the examination venue or fall into the hands of unauthorised persons.

9.2.2 Blank examination scripts and other stationery that may be required at any examination
session shall be delivered to the examination venue by the Assessment and Graduations Unit.

9.2.3 Examiners must collect examination scripts and other stationery from the Assessment and
Graduations Unit within 48 hours after a paper was written.

9.2.4 Should the examination scripts not be collected by the internal examiner within
48 hours after the paper was written, the Assessment and Graduations Unit must inform the
relevant Faculty Dean and Head of the Department (HoD) accordingly.

9.2.5 Marked examination scripts, together with a mark schedule containing the signatures of the
internal examiner and the HoD, should be submitted to the Assessment and Graduations Unit
within ten days of the writing of the module concerned.

9.2.6 Examination scripts will be kept safely for three years, for any validation and/or verification
purposes, after which it must be destroyed by the Assessment and Graduations Unit in
accordance with the applicable records management policy.

9.2.7 The Assessment and Graduations Unit shall send a sample of scripts for the external
moderation for exit modules, as per the following:

a) If the total number of scripts are less than 40, the sample shall consist of all scripts.
b) In the case of 400 or less scripts per module, the sample shall consist of 40 scripts.
c) In the case of more than 400 modules, the sample shall consist of 10% of the scripts.
d) The sample shall be selected to represent 20% of candidates with examination marks of
less than 40%; 20% of candidates with examination marks of more than 60%; and 60%
representing candidates with more than 80%.

10. STUDENT ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT

10.1 Student academic misconduct is a particular form of student misconduct, also subject to the
student disciplinary regulations.

10.2 Academic misconduct, whether inadvertent or deliberate, includes the following:

a) Presenting data with respect to practical work, projects or other work that has been copied,
falsified or otherwise improperly obtained.

b) Plagiarising the work of others – i.e. claiming or insinuating ownership of another person’s
intellectual and/or academic work – which is a specific and very serious form of academic
misconduct that encompasses the following:
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(i) Copying one or more sentences or paragraphs, word for word, from one or more
sources/persons, or presenting one or more substantial extracts from any book, article, thesis,
working paper, seminar/conference paper, internal report, lecture notes or tape without clearly
indicating their origin or source by means of appropriate referencing.
(ii) Paraphrasing one or more sentences or paragraphs from one or more sources/persons, or
presenting one or more substantial extracts from any book, article, thesis, working paper,
seminar/conference paper, internal report, lecture notes or tape without clearly indicating the
origin or source.
(iii) Submitting the work of another person in whole or in part.

(iv) Using another person’s ideas, work or research data without acknowledgement.

(v) Submitting work done by someone else on the student’s behalf.

(vi) Copying computer files, algorithms or computer codes without clearly indicating their origin.

(vii) Submitting work derived in whole or in part from another person’s work by a process of
mechanical, digital or other transformation (e.g. changing variable names in computer
programmes).

c) Including material in individual work that was compiled with significant assistance from
another person in a manner that is unacceptable according to the assessment guidelines for the
course/module.

d) Providing assistance to a student in the presentation of individual work in a manner that is

unacceptable according to the assessment guidelines for the course/module.

e) Intentionally acquiring, using, or attempting to use unauthorised information, materials or study

aids.

f) Conspiring to commit or being complicit in committing, an act of academic misconduct or

dishonesty.

g) Facilitating academic dishonesty by intentionally or knowingly assisting or attempting to assist,

another person in the act of violating any stipulation of the CUT Code of Academic Integrity,
or any relevant rules, regulations, policies or procedures.

h) Fabricating information through the intentional and unauthorised falsification or invention of

any information or citation in any academic exercise.

i) Violating any academic integrity rules of a faculty/department or the university, including the
abuse and/or misuse of computer access and information.

j) Deliberately forging or fabricating without authorisation any official stationery, and/or

fraudulently misusing any official stationery or unauthorised fabrications thereof.
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k) Committing, or being complicit in committing, any other action not covered by the above
clauses, but that may be judged by Senate to be an act of unethical academic conduct.

10.3 Code of Academic Integrity

10.3.1 Jurisdiction of the Code of Academic Integrity

a) The Code of Academic Integrity shall have jurisdiction on all properties under the control of
CUT, including, but not limited to, its campuses.

b) Any transgression or violation of this Code of Academic Integrity will be dealt with in
accordance with the existing disciplinary rules, regulations, policies, procedures and sanction
guidelines of CUT.

10.3.2 Academic dishonesty

a) Academic dishonesty is an act of misrepresenting another person’s work as one’s own, taking
credit for the work of others without acknowledgement and/or appropriate authorisation, and/or
fabricating information.

b) Common examples of academically dishonest behaviour include, but are not limited to, the
following:

(i) Cheating: Intentionally using, or attempting to use, unauthorised information, materials or study
aids in any academic exercise (including assessment); copying answers from another student’s
assessment paper; submitting work for an in-class assessment that has been prepared in
advance; representing material prepared by another person as one’s own work; submitting the
same work in more than one course/module without the express permission of all
lecturers/educators concerned; violating any rules governing the administration of assessments;
and violating any rules relating to the academic conduct prescribed for a course/module or
academic programme.

(ii) Forgery: Intentionally, and without authorisation, falsifying and/or inventing any data,
information or citation in an academic exercise conducted under the auspices of CUT.

(iii) Plagiarism: Intentionally or negligently representing the words, ideas or sequence of ideas of
another person as one’s own in any academic exercise conducted under the auspices of CUT;
alternatively, failing to attribute any quoted, paraphrased or borrowed information to the proper
source (refer to paragraph 10(2)(b) above).

(iv) Falsification and/or forgery of academic documents: Knowingly making a false or misleading
statement by concealing material information to this fact, and/or forging a CUT official’s
signature on any academic document or record, including, but not limited to, an application for
admission, transcript, add-drop form, request for advanced standing, and/or request to register
for a graduate-level course. The falsification or forgery of a non-academic CUT document, such
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as a financial aid form, shall be considered a violation of the general student rules and
regulations.

(v) Facilitation of academic dishonesty: Intentionally or knowingly assisting, or attempting to

assist, another person in committing an academically dishonest act.

10.3.3 Reporting suspected incidents of academic dishonesty

It is the moral and operational responsibility of every member of the CUT community to
respond to any suspected act of academic dishonesty by:

a) confronting the suspect(s), and encouraging him/her/them to report the incident and confess
his/her/their involvement;
b) reporting his/her suspicions and reasons for such to a CUT official, e.g. lecturer/educator;

c) turning oneself in and confessing after having committed an act of academic dishonesty is
strongly encouraged and may be considered a mitigating factor in determining appropriate
sanctions.

10.3.4 Actions to encourage and support academic honesty

a) Within the parameters approved by Senate, lecturers/educators are responsible for determining
the appropriate learning and assessment activities to advance and support the educational
outcomes of a course/module, including the personal values and conduct modification aims
relevant to the course/module. Academic honesty must be upheld as an implicit educational
outcome of all courses/modules.

b) Lecturers/educators are encouraged to:

(i) clearly explain to students their expectations regarding the completion of assessment tasks,
including the permissible level of collaboration with others;
(ii) maintain high standards when it comes to securing confidential information and material,
including assessment material;
(iii) be creative and innovative in devising assessment questions/tasks, and to remove the element
of predictability from such; and
(iv) afford students the opportunity to confirm their commitment to academic integrity in various
settings, including assessments and other educational assignments. The following student
declaration may be used for this purpose:
“I, {student’s name and student number}, affirm that I have completed this
assignment/assessment in accordance with CUT’s Code of Academic Integrity, that I have
properly acknowledged all sources used, and that the work is my own intellectual
product.”
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10.3.5 Sanction inscription on a student’s record

a) In the event of a student being found guilty of academic dishonesty, and unless otherwise
prescribed by the Code of Student Conduct, all sanctions under this code – with the exception
of failure of a particular assignment – shall be marked on the respondent’s permanent record
with the inscription “Academic Dishonesty”.

(i) In the case of failure of a course/module, the notation shall remain on the student’s record for
a minimum of one year.
(ii) In the case of suspension or expulsion from a course/module, the notation shall remain on the
student’s record for a minimum of one year.

b) Once the minimum time period has elapsed, the student may petition the Registrar for the
removal of the sanction inscription from his/her permanent record. This provision shall not,
however, prohibit any department or faculty of CUT from retaining records of violations, and
reporting such violations as required by the relevant professional accreditation standards.

10.3.5 Amendments to the Code of Academic Integrity

Amendments to the Code of Academic Integrity shall be:

a) referred to or initiated by Senate, in consultation with the Students’ Representative Council

(SRC);
b) adopted by a simple majority; and

c) submitted to Senate, together with the Vice-Chancellor and Principal’s recommendations.

11. REMARKING AND RESUBMISSION OF AN ASSESSMENT

11.1 Remarking

11.1.1 Remarking is the process whereby an alternate examiner/assessor reassesses a portion of a

student’s assessment work, or an entire assessment book and/or related material, to which the
student has made no alterations or additions.

11.1.2 Where a student is of the opinion that a particular piece of assessment work has been unfairly
or inappropriately assessed, he/she may apply for the work to be
remarked. Such an application must reach the Assessment and Graduations Unit no later than
three weeks after the student has been notified of the outcome of the original assessment.

11.1.3 A particular piece of assessment work may be submitted for remarking not more than once.

11.1.4 If the outcome of the remark constitutes a change to the original assessment result, the new
result determined by the remark will become the official assessment result.

11.1.5 The remarking of a piece of assessment work is done by an assessor who is appointed for this
purpose by the Assessment and Graduations Unit, with the approval of the relevant Faculty
Dean. An assessor, whether or not a CUT employee, must have expertise in the relevant
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subject/course/discipline, as well as proven competence as an examiner/assessor, but may not

be the original examiner/assessor. In all material respects, the appointed assessor must satisfy
all the minimum criteria for the teaching and assessment of the subject/course/discipline at
CUT.

11.1.6 The relevant Executive Committee (Exco) of the Faculty Board considers and approves the
outcome of the remarking. This decision is final and is communicated to the Assessment and
Graduations Unit for implementation.

11.1.7 The Assessment and Graduations Unit shall notify the student of the outcome of the remark
and the final decision of the relevant Exco of the Faculty Board.

11.2 Resubmission

11.2.1 Resubmission is the act of submitting, for assessment purposes, previously submitted
assessment work to which the student has since made improvements by means of altering,
adding to, rewriting or reworking the original content.

11.2.2 Resubmission is applicable only to individual assessment activities within the context of
continuous assessment and practical assessment and is subject to the approval of the relevant
Faculty Board/EXCO.

11.2.3 Subject to the approval of the relevant Faculty Board, a lecturer/assessor may offer a student
the opportunity to resubmit a piece of assessment work, or a student may request such an
opportunity from the lecturer/assessor concerned. Individual applications are considered by the
lecturer, and recommended to the Faculty Board for approval.

11.2.4 A piece of assessment work may be resubmitted for assessment only once. A student will thus
have no more than one opportunity to improve a piece of assessment work.

11.2.5 Any request by a student for the resubmission of assessment work must reach the relevant
lecturer/assessor in writing within five working days of the return of the original work that was
submitted for assessment. Any such opportunity offered by a lecturer/assessor to a student must
also be made in writing, and within the timeline specified above.

11.2.6 Should a student’s request for the resubmission of assessment work be approved, the
lecturer/assessor will give the student a written indication of exactly what the resubmission
entails, and of the timeline applicable to such.

11.2.7 Should such resubmission lead to a new assessment result, this new assessment result will
become the official result.

12. ACADEMIC REVIEW OF STUDENT PROGRESS

12.1 A student is considered to be academically unsuccessful in the following

instances:

a) In the case of a first-year student failing all subjects: the student can be referred to ECP
learning programme.
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b) In the case of a first-year student: Failing all credit-bearing subjects for which he/she is
enrolled at the end of academic year. A warning letter will be issued to a student indicating
poor performance. Non-credit-bearing subjects do not count during academic exclusion
c) In the case of a senior student: Failing, on two consecutive attempts, 50% or more of the
subjects for which he/she is enrolled, and/or cancelling some or all modules or the course for
which he/she is registered, after registration control date in the particular academic year. A
warning letter will be issued to a student indicating poor performance.
d) Students are excluded at the end of each academic year, as opposed to at the end of each
semester.
e) First year students in the Faculty of Engineering Built Environment and Information
Technology are regarded as senior students during second semester registration.

12.2 In the case of full-time students, the qualification must be completed in the minimum stipulated
study period, plus an additional complement/add-on of half the minimum study period. In
essence, this implies that the period will be rounded off to the next full academic year, meaning
that a three-year qualification, for example, must be completed within the maximum period of
five years.

12.3 Part-time students must complete the qualification in double the minimum time allowed,
meaning that a three-year qualification, for example, must be completed within the maximum
period of six years.

12.4 It must be noted that, in the case of a qualification being phased out, Senate will implement ad
hoc arrangements in order to resolve the matter.

12.5 Prognosis of unsatisfactory academic progress: A student is identified as “academically at risk”

on the basis of the same criteria as stipulated above, but applicable only to the continuous
assessment marks April (for the first semester) in September (for the second semester), or the
working day immediately thereafter. In making this determination, the faculties must ensure
that a continuous assessment mark is recorded on an official database for each student.

12.6 CUT strives to encourage and support every student in making good academic progress towards
the qualification for which he/she is registered. Notwithstanding this fact, CUT cannot reserve
study placements for students who are making unsatisfactory academic progress, and such
students are dealt with in accordance with certain procedures put in place for this reason.

12.7 On the third Wednesday of April and September each year, unless otherwise determined by the
relevant faculty, the Assessment and Graduations Unit will publish a list of students in each
faculty that are considered to be academically at risk, at which point the following course of
action is taken:

Each HoD, assisted by the Wellness Centre, schedules individual interviews with the students
identified as being academically at risk, Interviews will be using all digital communication
channels including telephone calls, e-mail and SMS’s
a) Every student appearing on the list must note the date, time and place of his/her individual
interview, and, if necessary, arrange for the appointment to be rescheduled. Any student who
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fails to attend his/her interview will be assumed to have no interest in the matter of his/her
academic progress.

b) During the interview, the relevant HoD or his/her assistant will consider any explanation or
reason given by the student for his/her lack of progress, and, together with the student and the
Wellness Centre, will develop an academic support plan for the student using a combination of
the available student support systems.

c) A record of every academic support plan must be kept on file in the office of the relevant Faculty
Dean.

12.8 The following procedure will apply to any students failing to comply with the aforementioned
minimum requirements of academic progress:

a) The Assessment and Graduations Unit will provide the Faculty Deans with the names and study
records of students failing to meet the minimum requirements of academic progress.

b) The Exco of the Faculty Board, on recommendation of the Assessment Committee Group of
the Faculty Board, will decide, on the basis of the applicable regulations, whether a student will
be readmitted.

c) The Assessment and Graduations Unit notifies the student of the decision of the Exco of the
Faculty Board.

d) The decision of the Exco of the Faculty Board is reflected on the student’s record.

e) Any student who is excluded from a course/module will also be excluded from the student
registration system, after which he/she will receive a written notice, warning him/her of the
implications of unsatisfactory progress.

13. ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS IN SUPPORT OF ACADEMIC PROGRESS

The Assessment Committee or the relevant faculty may take the following actions in support
of a student who is making unsatisfactory academic progress:

13.1 The student may be advised to seek counselling and undergo supplementary instruction in an
attempt to resolve the problems being experienced.

13.2 In the case of a contract enrolment student, he/she will be required to complete certain
courses/subjects within a set time period in order to comply with the requirements of the
contract. In addition, the support outlined in paragraph 1.8.3.1(1) will be made available to the
student in question.
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13.3 In other instances, the student will be advised to reduce his/her instructional load, i.e. to defer
further enrolment in some courses/modules prescribed by the curriculum, until such time as the
student has made sufficient academic progress. During this time, support from Student
Academic Development and Support will be made available to the student.

13.4 Decisions based on the stipulations of paragraph 12 above, as well as any variations thereto
resulting from any subsequent appeals procedure, will be recorded on the student registration
system.

13.5 Procedure for student objections or appeals

A student who has been instructed by the Appeals Committee or the relevant faculty to subject
him-/herself to the outcome of the appeal as unsuccessful, may object to, or appeal against, that
decision by means of the following procedure:

13.5.1 A written objection, accompanied by supporting evidence, may be lodged with the Access and
Admissions Committee.

13.5.2 Such an objection must be lodged by the last working day on or before the applicable date
specified below (alternative dates may be published in the annual CUT Calendar):

Courses/modules offered during the first semester and

01 March
over the course of the year
Courses/modules offered during the second semester 02 August

13.5.3 On receipt of such an appeal or objection, the Access and Admissions Committee will convene
an Appeals Committee, consisting of the following members:

a) Registrar;

b) Dean or senior academic member of the faculty concerned;

c) Assistant Registrar: Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services;

d) Deputy Registrar: Student Services;

e) Deputy Registrar: Academic Administration; and

f) One SRC member delegated by the SRC.

13.5.4 When considering an objection or appeal, the Appeals Committee will take the following
factors into account:

a) The academic ability of the student in question, as reflected in his/her academic record, as well
as the time limit allowed for completion of the courses/modules prescribed by the curriculum
or the enrolment contract.
b) CUT’s institutional duty to encourage and support:
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(i) student success, even if based on reduced learning targets; and/or

(ii) student compliance with contractual obligations.

c) If applicable, the current enrolment, measured against any limits in this regard, with the Appeals
Committee having no jurisdiction to make any adjustments to the existing enrolment limits.

13.5.5 Academic exclusion will be enforced as follows:

a) In the case of a student registered for a year programme, the period of academic exclusion will
not exceed two years.
b) In the case of a student registered for a semester programme, the period of academic exclusion
will not exceed two semesters or one year.
c) The duration of academic exclusion will be determined by the nature of the academic
shortcomings exhibited by the student, the time required to address such shortcomings, and the
evidence provided in this regard.

13.5.6 The Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Unit will notify the student through email
communication or SMS of the decision of the Appeals Committee and will likewise report the
decision to the Access and Admissions Committee.

13.5.7 Should a student feel aggrieved by the decision of the Appeals Committee, he/she may lodge a
final appeal or objection with the Executive Committee of Senate (Senex), for a final ruling on
the matter.

14. APPOINTMENT OF EXAMINERS, ASSESSORS, MODERATORS AND MEMBERS

OF THE ASSESSMENT REVIEW COMMITTEE (ARC), AS WELL AS THEIR TASKS AND
RESPONSIBILITIES

Each Faculty Board is responsible for the following:

14.1 Nominating and approving assessors and/or moderators for every course/module to be assessed
within the faculty, with further approval by Senex needed in the case of external assessors
and/or moderators.

14.2 Submitting all such nominations to the Assessment and Graduations Unit for appointment.

14.3 In accordance with the educational outcomes of a particular course/module, determining the
structure of assessment and the setting of assessment papers.

14.4 Submitting all assessment papers to the Assessment and Graduations Unit by the specified
deadline, to allow for the necessary preparations towards the official assessment period.

14.5 The nomination form must include the following information in respect of each nominee:
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a) full names and title;

b) address and e-mail address (internal addresses in the case of internal examiners and
moderators);
c) telephone numbers (home, work and cell phone, if available);

d) relevant and other qualifications;

e) areas and competencies of discipline/subject specialisation;

f) highest qualification the nominee is qualified to assess/moderate; and

g) description of the nature of the assessment(s) to be conducted by the nominee.

14.6 The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations also assumes the following
responsibilities:

a) Ensuring that an examiner, assessor and/or moderator is nominated and appointed for each
course/module in which students are currently enrolled.

b) Ensuring that faculties nominate examiners, assessors and/or moderators for every assessment
to be conducted under the auspices of the Assessment and Graduations Unit.

c) Ensuring that the nominated examiners, assessors and/or moderators meet the requirements set
out below, and that they have been approved by the Faculty Board or, where applicable, Senex.

d) Ensuring that letters of appointment are compiled and sent to all approved examiners, assessors
and moderators, with the Registrar having to sign these letters and keep record of all original
documentation, including the signed acceptance forms.

e) Ensuring that all examiners, assessors and moderators who are not full-time employees of CUT
are remunerated in accordance with an approved schedule of payment for work done. Each
claim submitted by an examiner/assessor/moderator is processed by the Assistant Registrar:
Assessment and Graduations, and is only paid upon the satisfactory completion of the assigned
task by the examiner/assessor/moderator concerned.

14.6 The appointment of nominated examiners, assessors and moderators is subject to the following
competency guidelines:

a) For exit-level courses/modules (i.e. those at NQF level 6 and above), examiners, assessors and
moderators must be discipline/subject experts not employed by CUT (i.e. external examiners,
assessors and moderators).

b) For all other courses/modules, examiners, assessors and moderators must, where possible, be
discipline/subject experts employed by CUT (i.e. internal examiners, assessors and
moderators).
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c) The appointed examiner, assessor or moderator, whether internal or external, must have
credible competencies equal to or exceeding the course/module competencies being assessed.
In particular, the examiner, assessor or moderator must have a relevant qualification similar to
or higher than the qualification in which the assigned course/module is located.

14.7 The Chief Examiner is responsible for compiling an assessment question paper for a
course/module and supplying a master copy to the Assessment and Graduations Unit. Assistant
examiners and/or assessors are appointed to assist with the assessment of students’ answers to
the questions contained in the assessment paper. Students’ answer scripts may only be assessed
or marked by officially appointed examiners and/or assessors.

14.8 Assessment question papers must be set strictly in accordance with the syllabus, targeted at the
educational outcomes approved for the course/module and the assessment formats announced
in the study guide.

14.9 The question paper must conform to all best assessment practices announced by Student
Academic Development and Support in its guidelines to academic staff. Particular attention
should be given to eliminating ambiguities, accurately targeting the language competencies of
students, and ensuring correct language usage within the context of the approved language
policy of CUT.

14.10 In general, abbreviations should be avoided, and only standard abbreviations may be used,
where necessary. Should there be any uncertainty regarding an abbreviation used, the SABS
and dictionary standard abbreviation will be the accepted standard.

14.11 If the assessment question paper requires the use of mathematical tables, data sheets, graph
paper, pocket calculators and/or special items of stationery, such requirements must be:

a) indicated on the front cover of the question paper; and

b) communicated in writing to the Assessment and Graduations Unit.

14.12 Whenever possible, the assessment question paper must be compiled in such a manner that the
participating students are given a fair and reasonable chance to demonstrate their competency
levels, and to receive due acknowledgement and credit.

14.13 The principle reflected above has special significance in the case of assessment questions that
are concatenated; i.e., where one answer becomes an input or assumption for the next question.
In such instances, each subsequent assessment question must be assessed on the available input
and/or assumptions of the participating student.

14.14 The marks that can be awarded for each section of an assessment question must be clearly
indicated at the end of every section, and the total score that can be awarded for the overall
assessment question must be indicated at the end of the question. The total marks that can be
awarded for all assessment questions, or combinations of questions overall, must also be
indicated at the end of the assessment paper and on the cover page.

14.15 A memorandum or assessment scheme must be prepared with each assessment question paper,
detailing the proposed mark allocation and distribution for the contemplated answers that
students will give to each question or part thereof.
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14.16 Examiners/assessors must maintain strict security measures during the compilation of
assessment question papers and memoranda/assessment schemes, being mindful of the
following:

a) Under no circumstances may an incomplete or complete assessment question

paper/memorandum/assessment scheme be left or stored in such a manner that an unauthorised
person may gain or attempt to gain access thereto.
b) No record of the assessment question paper or memorandum/assessment scheme may be kept
by the examiner or assessor after the question paper and memorandum/assessment scheme have
been completed and handed in at the Assessment and Graduations Unit. Under no
circumstances may the contents of any memorandum be revealed to any unauthorised person.
c) The above provisions also apply to computer records of the materials in question.
d) No assessment question paper may be used more than once during any assessment period.
e) Every assessment question paper must be unique and must contain only
non-repeated questions. The area tested can be the same, but the question posed must be framed
differently.
f) An assessment paper with more than 20% of marks allocated to repeated questions is classified
as a repeated assessment paper, and has to be rewritten.
g) The repeated assessment paper is classified as leakage and collusion, and such an assessment
paper will be declared null and void. Annulment does not require evidence that the staff member
intended to commit an assessment offence.

14.17 However, it should be noted that the main responsibility for compliance lies with the assessor.
It should be noted that the HoD and moderator who, respectively, sign off an assessment paper
are also tasked with ensuring the quality of assessment papers, as well safeguarding against
repetitions of questions and papers. The guidelines above are considered to be amendments to
the conditions of employment, and as such are covered by both the performance agreement and
disciplinary action provisions of CUT.

15. GUIDELINES FOR MODERATING ASSESSMENT QUESTION PAPERS/ANSWER

SCRIPTS

15.1 The assigned quality assurance tasks of the moderator consist of the following three elements:

15.1.1 Assisting the institution in ensuring fair and reasonable assessment in a

course/module

a) The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations or the appointed examiner/assessor

supplies the moderator with the assessment question paper and the memorandum/assessment
scheme.
b) On receipt of the assessment material mentioned in (a) above, the moderator judges the fairness
and reasonableness of the proposed assessment question paper against the following criteria:
(i) Whether the assessment questions are spread evenly and fairly over the syllabus and the
specified educational outcomes of the course/module.
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(ii) Whether the awarding of marks by the examiner/assessor in the memorandum or assessment
scheme is fair for work and time involved in completing the memorandum .
(iii) Whether the language usage is correct, and there are no obvious ambiguities.
c) If the moderator is not satisfied with the proposed assessment question paper, he/she must
discuss the matter with the examiner/assessor, and propose changes, where necessary.
d) Once the examiner/assessor and moderator are in agreement regarding the assessment question
paper, both must sign and date the question paper and the modified version thereof.
e) The signed assessment question paper is returned to the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and
Graduations for safekeeping, and reproduction for the assessment period.

15.1.2 Assisting the institution in ensuring fair and consistent assessment

a) The marked or assessed answer scripts of students are dispatched by the Assistant Registrar:
Assessment and Graduations or the appointed examiner to the moderator, who must
assess/mark a sample of no fewer than 20 scripts, each of which must be signed and dated. In
the case of 200 scripts or more, at least 10% thereof must be moderated and then signed, whilst
the remainder must be checked for calculation and transfer errors, and then signed.
b) The sample used by a moderator must include all borderline cases; i.e. cases where minimal
changes to the examiner’s or assessor’s marks can have an effect on the student’s final result.
c) The moderator’s results are compared with those of the examiner according to the following
criteria:
(i) Firstly, whether every answer given by the student has been marked or assessed, and, secondly,
whether the mark or assessment is fair.
(ii) Whether the examiner/assessor has been consistent in the awarding of marks according to the
memorandum/assessment scheme.
d) If the moderator’s assessment mark differs from that of the examiner/assessor, this mark must
be indicated on the answer script. However, the moderator may not change the mark awarded
by the examiner/assessor unless an agreement has been reached in this regard.
e) If the examiner/assessor and the moderator are unable to reach an agreement, the following
procedure applies:
(i) If the difference between the assessment marks awarded by the examiner/assessor and those
awarded by the moderator is 10% or less, the average of the two marks is taken as the
assessment mark.
(ii) If the difference is more than 10%, the examiner/assessor and the moderator must discuss the
matter and reach an agreement. If an agreement cannot be reached, the relevant Faculty Dean
will act as the final arbitrator between the two officials, and his/her decision will be final.

15.1.3 Additional tasks to be performed by the moderator

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a) Rechecking that marks and percentages reflect correctly on the answer scripts.

b) Verifying that the assessment results of the moderated assessment script are correctly
transferred to the mark-sheet.
c) Using the spaces provided on the mark sheet to indicate any differences in the marks awarded
by the examiner/assessor and the moderator, respectively.
d) Compiling a moderator’s report (LS 107.3 form).

15.2 Notwithstanding the specific provisions above, all other communication with external
examiners/assessors and/or moderators will be carried out by the Assistant Registrar:
Assessment and Graduations.

15.3 All completed mark sheets, moderator’s reports (LS 107.3 forms) and students’ answer scripts
(including moderated scripts) must be hand delivered or sent by registered mail to the
Assessment and Graduations Unit.

15.4 Task completion timelines for examiners/assessors and moderators

The following timelines apply to the completion of tasks by examiners/assessors and

moderators:

Calendar days Calendar days

allowed for allowed for
Number of students
completion of completion of
participating in, or sitting
task by task by
for, the assessment (where
examiner/assessor moderator after
applicable)
after assessment receipt of
date assessed scripts
Fewer than 60 students 2 1
Between 60 and 120 students 3 1
More than 120 students 4 2
Deferred assessment (any
2 1
number)
Reassessment (any number) 2 1

15.5 Backup security and quality features at the Assessment and Graduations Unit

15.5.1 Course/subject files

a) For each module/course/subject to be assessed under the auspices of the Assessment and
Graduations Unit, there will be a module/course/subject file containing the following records:

(i) The most recent study guide, plus the approved syllabus for the course/module.
(ii) The assessment question papers and memoranda/assessment scheme of the previous two
assessments, plus the examiner’s/assessor’s and moderator’s report for each of these
assessments
(iii) The assessment question paper and memorandum/assessment scheme of the upcoming
assessment.
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(iv) The name, address and telephone number of the examiner/assessor.

(v) The name, address and telephone number of the moderator.
(vi) The results of the questionnaire Quality of assessment papers.

b) It is the joint responsibility of both the Assessment and Graduations Unit and the faculties, via
the appointed examiners/assessors and moderators, to update the course/subject files kept at the
Assessment and Graduations Unit.

15.5.2 Security of assessment question papers and student assessment scripts

a) Using the assessment paper master copy supplied and signed by the examiner/assessor and
moderator (from the course/module file), the duplication of copies for use during the assessment
session is done under the auspices of the Assessment and Graduations Unit.
b) A Protection Services Officer, working under the direction of the Assessment and Graduations
Unit, must be present at all times during the duplication of assessment papers.
c) Any waste produced during the duplication process must be destroyed in the presence of the
officer mentioned in (b) above.
d) Any electronic record of the assessment paper that might be produced or developed to support
the duplication process must, after production, be uninstalled or erased, with the production
house/facility to complete a certificate or form to this effect.
e) In addition to the security measures outlined for invigilators, it is the duty of the
examiner/assessor to collect student assessment answer scripts from the Chief Invigilator at the
end of the scheduled assessment session. If the examiner/assessor is unable to collect these
scripts from the Chief Invigilator at that time, he/she is responsible for making advance
alternative arrangements with the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations for the
collection of the scripts. Such arrangements will not, however, alter the timelines specified in
paragraph 15.4.
16. ASSESSMENT OF POSTGRADUATE QUALIFICATIONS

16.1 The rules and procedures in this section are intended to regulate admission to the institution’s
postgraduate programmes, and to regulate the assessment of treatises/dissertations/thesis as key
components of the exit assessment of postgraduate qualifications.

16.2 Unless otherwise indicated by the context, the definitions introduced at the beginning of this
assessment procedure apply.

16.3 The rules stipulated in Sections 17, 18 and 19 apply only to postgraduate students who first
registered as such in 2009 or thereafter.

17. CONTEXT OF APPLICATION OF RULES AND PROCEDURES

17.1 Postgraduate curriculum

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17.1.1 In advanced educational programmes, the prescribed curriculum may consist only of prescribed
courses/subjects or treatises of limited academic extent, in conjunction with other
courses/subjects, or an exclusively extended dissertation/thesis written on the grounds of an
approved research project.

17.2 Dissertation and thesis assessment

17.2.1 Such an assessment differs from those used in other courses/subjects in so far as Independent
academic and intellectual work by the student forms part of the competency and skills evidence.
In general, but consistent with the NQF hierarchy of competencies, the dissertation or thesis
assessment is informed by the expected learning outcomes of the qualification.

18. MASTER’S DEGREES

18.1 Admission and Registration Requirements

18.1.1 No person may register for a master’s degree unless he/she is in possession of an appropriate
qualification leading to an NQF 9 qualification, or the recognition of prior learning giving
access to a qualification at this level.

18.1.2 No candidate may register for a master’s degree if a minimum of 65% in the main subjects and
the overall percentage of 60% were not achieved in the prior qualification leading to a master’s
degree.

18.1.3 Registration will only be permitted if Senate is of the opinion that, based on the evidence
provided in the application and endorsement of the faculty:

a) the candidate will be able to develop the learning outcomes of the qualification successfully;

b) the candidate has the potential to contribute to intellectual and/or technological advancement
in the chosen field of study; and
c) suitable infrastructure and resources are or will be available to assist and support the candidate
and the learning outcomes of the qualification, including the availability of supervisor(s) and
examiners/assessors.

18.1.4 Council may, on the recommendation of Senate, refuse to register a student if the candidate's
previous learning achievements are considered inadequate to successfully complete the
qualification.

18.1.5 Except with the special permission of Senate, a candidate shall be excluded from, or refused
readmission to, the instructional programme if, in the opinion of his/her supervisor(s) and the
Faculty Board, the candidate has failed to maintain sufficient progress to complete the
qualification within the maximum time period stipulated.
18.2 Structures of the curriculum

18.2.1 The curriculum for the master’s degree shall produce all the competency and autonomy of
learning outcomes prescribed for the qualification at NQF level 9.
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18.2.2 Notwithstanding any indications to the contrary, a candidate must successfully participate in
and complete the prescribed course/module in Research Methodology before commencing with
the prescribed research project of the qualification.

18.2.3 Where a research project is prescribed as part of the curriculum, the application, format and
assessment thereof must meet the requirements as set out in this procedure, as well as all other
relevant policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

18.3 Duration of Master’s degree

Master’s Degree offered on a full-time basis for a one-year duration has a residency
period of two years. Master’s Degree offered on a part-time basis for a two-year
duration has a residency period of four years.
18.3.1 Except with the special permission of Senate, no candidate may be registered for the master’s
degree for a period exceeding a residency period.
18.3.2 Duration of Doctoral degrees
Doctoral degrees offered on a full-time basis for a two-year duration has a residency
period of four years. Doctoral degrees offered on a part-time basis for either a three-
year or a four-year duration has a residency period of five or six years.

i. The PhD Management Sciences, the maximum duration is calculated as follows: [Min part-
time (4) + 50% (4)] = (4+2) =6 years.
ii. Other doctorates the minimum duration: (a) full-time = 2 years; (b) part-time = 3 years.
iii. The maximum duration is calculated as follows: [Min part-time (3) + 50% (4)] = (3+1.5) = 4.5
corrected to the nearest whole year = 5 years

18.4 Master's degree cum laude (i.e. with honours)

18.4.1 The master's degree is awarded cum laude (i.e. with honours) if the candidate qualifies for the
awarding of the qualification within the maximum time period prescribed and satisfies the
applicable criteria:

a) If the curriculum conforms to paragraph 18.2.1, the candidate must score a final mark of 75%
for all prescribed courses.
b) If the curriculum conforms to paragraph 18.2.2, the candidate must score a final mark of at least
75% for the dissertation/thesis;
c) If the curriculum conforms to paragraph 18.2.3, the candidate must score:
i. an average mark of at least 75% across all prescribed courses/modules; and
ii. a subminimum of 75% for the treatise.

18.5 ASSESSMENT

18.5.1 The assessment takes on two forms: formative assessment and summative assessment.

18.5.2 Formative assessment is the continuous evaluation and feedback given to the student during the
study according to the accepted Memorandum of Understanding between the student and the
supervisor. Where more than one supervisor assesses a study, consolidated feedback must be
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given to the student. This will avoid conflicting and contradicting feedback. The supervisor
takes the main responsibility for this feedback.

18.5.3 The supervisor must complete a formative assessment report annually, in September, for each
master’s student.
This report must reflect on the progress the student made during the year of study. It will also
serve as a basis for the student to register for the next year.

18.5.4 Summative assessment is the final assessment of the study. In this case, the assessment panel
for the master’s study will be constituted as follows:

18.6 Assessment panel: master’s degrees

18.6.1 Subject to the approval of Senate, or the Exco of the Faculty Board acting on its behalf, the
faculty may appoint any suitably qualified person with at least a master’s degree as supervisor
of an admitted master’s degree candidate, on the recommendation of the HoD concerned.
Where the main supervisor does not have a doctoral degree, a
co-supervisor to mentor the supervisor must be appointed. However, if the supervisor is not a
full-time employee of CUT, a co-supervisor must be appointed to assist the supervisor.

18.6.2 The HoD concerned acts as the administrative coordinator of all assessment panels, and is
responsible for nominating the membership of such.

18.6.3 The Exco of the Faculty Board must approve the nominations and notify the Assessment and
Graduation Unit accordingly. Subject to the necessary context variations, the responsibilities of
the Assessment and Graduations Unit are outlined in paragraphs 14.6(a) to (e) of this procedure.

18.6.4 The assessment panel for a master’s degree is composed as follows:

(i) At least two external examiners.

(ii) The supervisor and co-supervisor do not form part of the formal assessment panel, but complete
jointly, if applicable, a report on the NQF learning outcomes. This report will give evidence of
how the candidate meets the required outcome at NQF level 9. This report does not contribute
to the final mark for the study.

18.6.5 Academic staff must have a doctorate, and industry staff must have at least a master’s
qualification.

18.6.6 Subject to the necessary context variations, the responsibilities of the assessment panel include:

(i) assessing evidence of the candidate’s learning outcomes against the required competency and
autonomous learning outcomes for the qualification;
(ii) assessing the credibility of the evidence provided; and
(iii) assessing the extent to which the candidate complies with the requirements for the qualification.

18.7 ORIGINALITY OF THE MASTER’S STUDY

18.7.1 Research master’s

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18.7.1.1 Before submitting the study for assessment, the candidate must sign a written agreement to the
following effect:

a) That all scholarly reflections have been acknowledged as such, and that the remaining content
is his/her own original work (see relevant LS form)
b) That where the study contains material governed by intellectual property laws, written
permission has been obtained for the implicit rights to be waived, and that the necessary
notices/undertakings to this effect have been lodged with the HoDs.
c) That the study or any part thereof, has not previously been:

(i) submitted for a qualification; or

(ii) rejected as a submission towards a qualification at CUT or any other educational institution.

18.8 Keywords

18.8.1 Directly after the summary/abstract of the work, the student must provide approximately ten
keywords describing the research study.

18.9 Submission of an article

18.9.1 The awarding of the qualification shall only be approved after the student produces sufficient
evidence to show that he/she has submitted an article from the study to an accredited journal,
or has an accepted full paper in national or international conference proceedings that meet the
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)’s criteria for credit-bearing
proceedings, or a registered patent or an art exhibition. Evidence must be submitted together
with the final copies of the study. On receipt of evidence that the candidate has met one of these
requirements, the supervisor, HoD and Faculty Dean will append their signatures to form LS
218.1.

18.10 Coursework master’s

18.10.1 The awarding of the qualification shall only be approved after the student has successfully
completed and passed all the taught modules for the programme, including the
mini-dissertation component, with at least a 50% pass. The mini dissertation shall be assessed
by two external examiners, who must have doctoral qualifications relevant to the essence of the
research for each student.

18.10.2 The supervisor and co-supervisor do not form part of the formal assessment panel, but complete
jointly, if applicable, a report on the NQF learning outcomes. This report will give evidence of
how the candidate meets the requirements at NQF level 9. This report does not contribute to
the final mark for the study.

19. DOCTORATE

19.1 Admission and registration requirements

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19.1.1 No person shall be registered for a doctorate unless he/she is in possession of an appropriate
qualification leading to an NQF 10 qualification, or the recognition of prior learning giving
access to a qualification on this level.
19.1.2 No candidate may register for a doctoral degree if a minimum of 65% was not achieved in the
prior qualification leading to a doctoral degree.

19.1.3. Subject to context variations, the rules stipulated in section 18.1 shall also apply to candidates
who register, or apply to register, for a doctorate.

19.2 STRUCTURE OF THE CURRICULUM

19.2.1. The curriculum for the doctorate will support and develop the learning outcomes prescribed for
the qualification, which must be developed around and in support of the tasks and activities
connected to an extensive research project leading towards a thesis.

19.2.2 The candidate shall follow the instructional programme of study and/or research as prescribed
or approved by Senate. Before commencing with the research project, the candidate must pass
a course/module in Research Methodology or provide proof of his/her knowledge with regard
to Research Methodology, to the satisfaction of his/her promoter.

19.3 DURATION OF THE DOCTORATE

19.3.1. The minimum duration of the curriculum (including assessment) leading to the doctorate is two
years of full-time study or three years of continuous part-time study. This requirement may
under no circumstances be waived or varied.

19.3.2 Only with the special permission of Senate may a candidate be registered for the doctorate for
a period longer than four years of continuous full-time study or five years of continuous part-
time study.

19.3.3 Doctorate cum laude (i.e. with Honours)

19.3.4 The doctorate cannot be obtained cum laude.

19.4 ASSESSMENT

19.4.1 The assessment takes on two forms: formative assessment and summative assessment.

(i) Formative assessment is the continuous evaluation and feedback given to the student during the
study according to the accepted Memorandum of Understanding between the student and the
supervisor. Where more than one promoter assesses a study, consolidated feedback must be
given to the student. This will avoid conflicting and contradicting feedback. The promotor takes
the main responsibility for this feedback.

(ii) . The promotor must complete a formative assessment report annually, in September, for each
Doctoral student. This report must reflect on the progress the student made during the year of
study. It will also serve as a basis for the student to register for the next year.
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(iii) Summative assessment is the final assessment of the study. The promotor and
co-promotor(s) do not form part of the assessment panel.

19.4.2 Subject to the approval of Senate, or the Exco of the Faculty Board acting on its behalf,
the faculty may appoint any suitably qualified person with a doctoral degree as the promoter of
an admitted doctoral candidate, on the recommendation of the HoD concerned. However, if the
promoter is not a full-time employee of CUT, a co-promoter must be appointed to assist the
supervisor.

19.4.3 The HoD concerned acts as the administrative coordinator of all assessment panels and is
responsible for nominating the membership thereof.

19.4.4 The Exco of the Faculty Board must approve the nominations and notify the Assessment and
Graduation Unit accordingly. Subject to the necessary context variations, the responsibilities of
the Assessment and Graduations Unit are outlined in paragraphs 14.6(a) to (e) of this manual.

19.4.5 The assessment panel for a doctorate is composed as follows:

(a) At least two external examiners, of whom one is preferably an international academic in good
standing.
(b) The promotor and co-promotor do not form part of the formal assessment panel, but complete
jointly, if applicable, a report on the NQF learning outcomes. This report will give evidence of
how the candidate meets the requirements at NQF level 10. This report does not contribute to
the final mark for the study.
19.4.6 Subject to the necessary variations required by the context, the rules stipulated in paragraphs
18.6.1, 18.6.2, and 18.6.3 shall apply to the assessment panel for a doctorate.

19.4.7 The HoD, in the capacity of administrative coordinator for the assessment panel, must, after the
thesis has been assessed, arrange for the student to give evidence on his/her thesis. The Faculty
Board makes the final recommendation. The promotor and
co-promotor(s) attend this meeting, but do not form part of the making of the final
recommendation.

It may be in the form of:

(i) a public presentation of the study; or

(ii) a presentation at a workshop.

19.4.6 ORIGINALITY OF THE STUDY

19.5.1 Subject to the necessary variations required by the context, the rule stipulated in Section
18.7 shall apply in its entirety to the thesis for a doctorate.

19.6 KEYWORDS

19.6.1 Directly after the summary/abstract of the work, the student must provide approximately
ten keywords describing the research study.

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19.7.1 The awarding of the qualification shall only be approved after the student produces
sufficient evidence to show that he/she has:

(i) an article from the study accepted for publication in an accredited journal; or
(ii) two papers accepted for national or international conference proceedings that meet the
DHET’s criteria for credit-bearing conference proceedings; or
(iii) two articles submitted to a DHET-approved journal for publication; or
(iv) a registered patent or art exhibition.

19.7.2 Evidence must be submitted together with the final copies of the study. On receipt of
evidence that the candidate has met one of these requirements, the promoter, HoD and Faculty
Dean will append their signatures to form LS217.1.
19.7.3 In addition to these requirements, faculties also have the right to set additional criteria
to which the student must adhere.

20. APPLICATIONS FOR REGISTRATION FOR A HIGHER QUALIFICATION

WHERE THE CURRICULUM INCLUDES A RESEARCH PROJECT

20.1 General declarations upon application

20.1.1 All applications to register for a higher qualification that includes a research project in
the curriculum must be in writing (by completing form LS 262a) and must be submitted
to the HoD concerned. The application must be accompanied by declarations of the
following:

20.1.1.1. Information on the candidate:

a) full names;
b) address and telephone number(s) (if available);
c) date of birth and age;
d) list of post-school qualifications, with the date of attainment indicated in each case, and
accompanied by certified copies of relevant certificates; and
e) professional activities, with the emphasis on professional, educational and research experience.

20.2 Information on the supervisor/promoter

The following should be provided:

20.2.1 A brief curriculum vitae (CV) of the proposed external (co-)supervisor or (co-)promoter, with
special reference to his/her qualifications (academic as well as professional), experience in the
field, and suitability as supervisor/promoter.
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20.2.2 A written and signed undertaking by the proposed supervisor/promoter in respect of the
following:

(i) Acceptance of the duties to be performed in his/her capacity as supervisor/promoter, and an

undertaking to complete all necessary tasks in this regard, including the tasks indicated herein.
(ii) A brief statement on the acceptability and feasibility of the proposed research project (as
outlined by the applicant).
(iii) A description of any developmental activities that would be necessary to comply with all the
minimum requirements of the qualification and to conclude the project.
(iv) A statement regarding possible resources and support requirements of the proposed research
project, in particular any specialised equipment needed, as well as the finances to be budgeted
for in support of the overall research project.
(v) Protecting the integrity of the study and any potential intellectual property (IP) flowing from
the study.

20.2.3 Within three months of admission and registration in the case of a master’s degree, or within
six months of admission and registration in the case of a doctorate, a full-time postgraduate
student must submit a research project proposal. A part-time postgraduate student must
submit such research project proposal within six months of admission and registration in the
case of a master’s degree, or within nine months of admission and registration in the case of a
doctorate.

20.2.4 The project proposal must include at least the following aspects:

a) An introduction to the intended field of study/research.

b) The problem or question to be considered or investigated.

c) The proposed framework for solving the problem.

d) The possible results and importance of the research to be conducted.

e) A brief overview of the most recent research in this proposed field of study, including the
necessary references relevant to the process of addressing/solving the problem.
f) A brief description of the proposed composition (i.e. chapters and sections) of the
treatise/dissertation/thesis.
g) The estimated timelines for the achievement of the proposed outcomes.

h) Ethical matters for which clearance must be obtained.

20.3 Applications requiring the support of other institutions

20.3.1 In instances where the intended research project requires the co-operation and support of
another institution, the following additional information should accompany the application
referred to in Sections 20.1 and 20.2
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20.3.2 Where a research project is to be conducted at an institution other than CUT, the head of such
an institution must provide a written statement of consent, verifying the following:

(i) Cognisance of the proposed project and its implications for the institution.
(ii) Permission for the applicant to conduct the project at the institution concerned, and to be hosted
as a student at the institution.
(iii) Any restrictions or prerequisites applicable to the candidate and/or the research to be conducted.
(iv) An undertaking to permit the completion of the research project or part(s) thereof, as agreed.
(v) The type of support that the institution will provide to the applicant for the duration of his/her
research project.
(vi) The estimated cost implications for CUT, the host institution and the student (refer to
paragraph 20.2.2(iv) above).

20.3.3 Where a project is included as part of an advanced instructional programme, the application
must indicate the developmental and/or applied nature of the research to be undertaken in terms
of paragraph 20.2.2.

21. CONFIDENTIAL RESEARCH PROJECTS

21.1 The provisions in this subsection of the procedure are applicable to all research projects
conducted in partial fulfilment of the learning outcomes of a degree.

21.2 In recommending to Senate that a research project be registered as “confidential”, the Faculty
Dean presents Senate with such recommendation, duly motivated, together with proof from the
direction-giving institution, if applicable. Should Senate approve the recommendation, the
following procedures apply:

a) The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations notifies the relevant assessment panel in
writing of Senate’s decision in this regard.
b) The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations ensures that every member of the
assessment panel, as well as the student, signs a written confidentiality agreement.
c) No assessor is entitled to a personal copy of the research material or part(s) thereof, including
the thesis/dissertation/treatise.
d) The evidence as required in paragraph 19.4.7 lapses.

e) The assessment panel (see paragraph 19.4.5) is enlarged, and the Registrar becomes an ex
officio member.

21.3 All prescriptions with regard to the compulsory provision of copies for distribution expire, with
the exception of the submission of one hard copy and one electronic copy, to be stored at the
Assessment and Graduations Unit for safekeeping under a special security seal.
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21.4 Senate is presented with a confidential report on the matter, which includes an abstract of the
research and the proprietary rights applicable thereto.
22. FORMAT AND COMPULSORY COPIES OF MASTER’S AND DOCTORAL
STUDIES

22.1 General format

22.1.1 Unless otherwise approved by Senate, the following minimum general requirements apply to
the layout and format of thesis/dissertations/treatises:

(1) title page;

(2) statement of independent work (see form LS 118.2);
(3) acknowledgments;
(4) summary of the work, consisting of approximately 600 words;

(5) table of contents of the thesis/dissertation/treatise;

(6) an introductory chapter, reflecting the problem statement and/or problem hypothesis;
(7) appropriate chapters, arranged in logical sequence; and
(8) list of references cited in the research report, in a uniform format that complies with an
internationally acceptable expert method.

22.1.2. Unless otherwise determined, the following technical requirements apply to the presentation of
a treatise/dissertation/thesis:

(1) The work must be presented in the form of typed pages of A4-size paper, with
1.5 line spacing.
(2) Each page must have a left-hand margin of at least 32 mm.

22.1.3 Any other specific format requirements that are set by the faculties, in compliance with the
standards of the subject/discipline, and which may vary according to some or all of the
provisions in Sections 22.1 and 22.2, will be communicated to the students by the HoD
concerned.

22.2 Compulsory copies

22.2.1 For assessment purposes, the student shall submit an electronic copy of the study to the
Assessment and Graduations Unit via the relevant Faculty Dean.

22.2.2 After having revised and/or improved a master’s or doctoral study as recommended by the
assessment panel, the student must, at his/her own cost, submit bound copies thereof to the
Assessment and Graduations Unit, via the HoD concerned, before the qualification can be
awarded.

22.2.3 The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations distributes a bound and electronic copy
to each of the following:

(1) each member of the assessment panel;

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(2) Library and Information Services (LIS);

(3) the Faculty Dean’s Office; and
(4) any library which, in terms of the law or an agreement to that effect, must receive a
copy.

23. POSTGRADUATE STUDENT REGISTRATION, PROJECT APPROVAL AND

ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES

23.1 Compulsory registration renewal date

23.1.1 Upon admission to an instructional programme, a candidate may register at any time within
the first year of study, and, subject to the provisions in Sections 18.1 and 19.1 above, must
reregister by the end of February of every year thereafter during the official registration period
of the university, until such time as the prescribed curriculum has been completed. Any
candidate who fails to renew his/her registration of any particular year shall be deemed to
have voluntarily discontinued his/her studies.
23.1.2 Procedure for the approval of a research project: In addition to the provisions in Section
20 above, the following staged procedures apply to the approval of a research project:
23.1.3 The student, together with the supervisor/promoter, prepares the application, together with all
supporting documents.

23.1.4 The Faculty Research and Innovation Committee (FRIC) must first consider, accept and
recommend the application before it is signed by the Faculty Dean concerned.

23.1.5 The relevant faculty, acting on behalf of Senate, must consider and approve the application –
including the recommended membership of the assessment panel – and notify Senate
accordingly.

23.1.6 Should FRIC approve the application, the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations is
notified accordingly, in view of performing the following administrative functions:

(i) Notifying the applicant, the supervisor, the HoD, the relevant Faculty Dean, Research Office
and the LIS of the approved project title no later than five working days after such approval is
granted by the relevant faculty.
(ii) Ensuring that, in their letters of appointment, the assessors are informed about the proper format
to be used for the assessment report, as well as the period of 30 calendar days allowed for the
completion of an independent assessment of the treatise/dissertation/thesis.
(iii) Notifying the assessors of the intended assessment date, as confirmed by the candidate and
supervisor.

24. ASSESSMENT PROCEDURES FOR RESEARCH PROJECTS

24.1 Subject to the approval of the supervisor/promoter, the candidate must give at least three
calendar months’ written notice to the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations
and the relevant HoD of his/her intention to complete and submit the research report for
assessment purposes. On receipt of this notice, the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and
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Graduations shall then discharge the duties in par. 14.6(a) to (e) above.

24.2 The assessor, without consulting the candidate or a fellow assessor, is expected to compile
an independent, concise and critical written assessment of the submitted master’s or
doctoral study, using the provisions in line with the relevant NQF level of the learning
outcomes guide.

24.3 In the case of a master’s or doctoral study, the assessment report must qualify the assessor’s
opinion on the following educational outcome expectations:

(a) Whether the master’s or doctoral study proves that the candidate is capable of
conducting technological-scientific research, with evidence of the practical relevance of
the finding(s).
(b) Whether the master’s or doctoral study is linguistically correct and technically sound.
(c) Whether the contents are structured according to the following elements:

(i) The schematisation, chapter classification and content listing of the research are in
accordance with the set objectives.
(ii) The inclusion of appendixes, e.g. questionnaires, computer programmes and other
research documents.
(iii) The technological-scientific processing of the contents, inter alia through systemisation
and arrangement, descriptive and explanatory analysis and interpretation, and justifiable
statements and conclusions; in other words, the candidate must prove that the subject of
the study has been thoroughly investigated, that the nature and purpose of the research
is clearly stated, that he/she has sufficient knowledge of the relevant literature and study
methods, and that he/she conducted independent research into the specific subject.
(iv) The inclusion of a comprehensive list of literary sources, arranged according to the
conventions of the research field in question, with all literary references within the text
to correspond with those in the list of literary sources.
24.4 The assessor must motivate the recommendations made in the report in such a manner that
the members of the assessment panel and the Exco of the Faculty Board, who are usually
not experts in a particular subject field, are aided in the compilation and submission of a
final assessment.

24.5 In making his/her assessment, the assessor must also be mindful of the NQF level at which
the qualification is to be awarded, as well as the declared competency expectations of the
qualification.

24.6 A candidate may not be penalised if it is evident from the research report that he/she
“belongs to a specific school of thought”, or if the contents and findings of the treatise have
only limited practical applicability.

24.7 Examiners are to make a final assessment recommendation in terms of only one of the
following possible composite assessment outcomes:

(i) The study is accepted as it is.

(ii) The study meets the competency requirements for the qualification concerned, subject to
the editorial adjustments and/or minor content adjustments indicated in the assessment
report being made to the satisfaction of the supervisor and promotor.
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(iii)The study in its current form is not accepted, and the candidate should be requested to
extend or revise the work, for purposes of reassessment.
(iv) The study is rejected.

24.8 The study must make a substantial contribution to the scientific knowledge of, and insight
into, the subject, and must attest to independent and original thought.

24.9 Every assessor involved in the assessment of a particular study must submit his/her
assessment report to the Assessment and Graduations Unit, which provides copies thereof
to the relevant Faculty Dean, in view of appropriate action by the HoD and the supervisor
or promoter.

24.10 Should the supervisor or promoter find irreconcilable differences between two or more
assessment reports, he/she may approach the assessors individually, and request that they
consider amending their original report. Any amendments arising from such interactions
must be reduced to writing and signed, before being submitted to the Assessment and
Graduations Unit as an amendment to the original assessment report.

24.11 If, after having been approached by the supervisor or promoter, every assessor recommends
the acceptance of the report, except for a single assessor who recommends the rejection
thereof, the relevant Faculty Dean will appoint an arbitrator to assess the situation. The
arbitrator will only indicate whether or not he/she recommends the acceptance of the study,
and the decision of the arbitrator is final.

24.12 The opinions of the individual assessors, as expressed in their respective assessment
reports, should at no time be revealed to the candidate. However, should a study be referred
back for revision, extracts from the individual assessment reports may be brought to the
attention of the candidate by the promoter or supervisor, without mentioning any names.

24.13 Unless Senate determines otherwise, a study is accepted by CUT if such acceptance is
recommended by all the assessors concerned, with the final assessment outcome, where
applicable, to be taken as the average of all the assessment results awarded by the assessors.

24.14 An assessor may keep possession of the assessed copy of the study supplied to him/her,
unless Senate has classified the contents as confidential, or if the study has not been
accepted by Senate. In both instances, the supplied copy must be returned to CUT within
30 days, whilst in all other instances the assessor will be provided with an amended bound
copy, reflecting the necessary changes.

24.15 The Assessment and Graduations Unit may only accept bound copies of a
thesis/dissertation/treatise (as provided for in Section 22 above) if the candidate’s
submission is accompanied by a written statement from the supervisor/promoter,
confirming that all corrections and/or improvements recommended by the assessor(s) have
been made to the document.

24.16 The final results of each candidate must be submitted by the supervisor or promoter to the
Exco of the relevant Faculty Board for approval, via the Faculty Dean. On approval of the
results, the Assessment and Graduations Unit is notified accordingly; the candidate’s
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record of results is updated; and the candidate is notified by means of a statement of results.

24.17 As per existing procedures, the Assessment and Graduations Unit administers all
applications for the issuing of a qualification or statement of results.

25. STUDENT APPEALS AGAINST A STUDY ASSESSMENT

25.1 If a student considers the assessment of his/her study to be unfair and/or unreasonable, a
complaint, with reasons, may be lodged in writing with the supervisor or promoter no later
than five working days after publication of the assessment results.

25.2 The supervisor or promoter is responsible for informing both the Faculty Dean concerned
and the Senior Manager in charge of postgraduate studies about the complaint.

25.3 Within three working days after receipt of the formal complaint, the Faculty Dean shall
convene and chair a special meeting with the student and the supervisor or promoter, in an
effort to discuss and resolve the complaint.

25.4 If the intervention in paragraph 25.3 is unsuccessful, both the complaint and the record of
the meeting referred to above will be submitted to the Registrar, who, in turn, will invoke
the provisions contained in Section 29.3 (remarking, with the necessary context
modifications).

26. RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)

(Refer to the admissions policy for detailed information.)

26.1 It is CUT policy that aspirant students wishing to gain access to CUT through RPL must
present themselves to CUT for consideration, together with all credible evidence of
learning achievements. CUT is only responsible for encouraging and supporting such
applications.

26.2 CUT also aims to ensure that the RPL process and outcome, as an assessment procedure,
is guided by the salient aspects of quality assurance, with the following prerequisites being
critical in maintaining acceptable procedures:

a) The assessment of prior learning is only possible through comparison with the clearly
formulated learning outcomes of each qualification and module, as prescribed by the
curriculum.
b) A credible and transparent assessment process that is inherently fair to all students, is
essential.
c) Supporting the institutional principle of “student access with success” remains a
priority.

26.3 Regional collaboration

26.3.1 CUT also aims to collaborate with other institutions in the region in terms of
administering and facilitating access to public higher education.
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26.4 Record of assessment

26.4.1 When registering for a learning programme, the substantive screening results, as validated
and/or adjusted, will be recorded as the admission credentials of the applicant, and will
be communicated as such to the applicant.

26.4.2 This record must accompany the application for registration of an applicant registering
for the first time.

26.5 Appeals

26.5.1 An applicant who is dissatisfied with the outcome of the RPL assessment may lodge a
written appeal with the Assessment and Graduations Unit, outlining his/her reasons for
disputing the outcome, accompanied by proof of deposit of the prescribed fee.

26.5.2 On receipt of an applicant’s appeal and the notice of deposit, the Registrar will appoint
an independent assessor to reassess the available evidence of learning achievements, and
to compile a report on the validity, or otherwise, of the assessment outcomes.

26.5.3 Should the independent assessor arrive at a different set of outcomes to the original
assessment, the reassessed outcomes in terms of paragraph 26,5.2 will be confirmed as
the official and final outcome, and the deposit will be reimbursed to the applicant.
Otherwise, the original RPL assessment outcome stands, and the applicant forfeits the
deposit.

27. ASSESSING PARTNERS IN WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING

27.1 Unless the context indicates otherwise, work-integrated learning (WIL) is a joint
educational effort between CUT and others, including independent employers who
contribute towards students’ attainment of the learning outcomes of qualifications.

27.2 These procedures seek to regulate the assessment relations, including the functions and
responsibilities connected thereto, between CUT and its partners in WIL ventures.

27.3 These procedures also seek to outline and maintain reasonable standards of quality in
assessment practices throughout a student’s learning experience.

27.4 Subject to the approval of Senate, a faculty may vary the provisions under paragraph 23.5
below.

27.5 Assessment elements in a WIL agreement

27.5.1 Capacity of potential partner

Unless otherwise determined by Senate, the learning programme and/or WIL and Skills
Development, on behalf of the Faculty Board, shall use the following capacity assessment
criteria to evaluate a WIL partner before placing a student for WIL in terms of an
agreement to that effect:

27.5.2 Suitability as an education provider

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a) Whether the potential partner has the infrastructure to support the learning outcomes for
which the student(s) will be placed (under the partner’s supervision).
b) Whether the student’s learning objectives are aligned to the core activities of the
potential partner.
c) Whether the potential partner has implemented an effective integration programme to
integrate the student into the operations of the partner.

27.5.3 Mentoring capacity

a) Whether the potential partner has a staff complement that satisfies the professional and
other requirements for supervising and/or mentoring students.
b) Whether the potential supervisor/mentor is able and willing to participate in the
assessment of students when placed with the partner.

27.5.4 Capacity of CUT

As before, the relevant department and/or WIL and Skills Development must determine
whether the institution is able to support any incapacities of the partner, or help the partner
to develop new capacities, so as to ensure effective learning by students who are placed
with the partner.

27.6 WIL agreement

27.6.1 A potential WIL partner is deemed an “approved partner” upon entering into an enforceable
WIL agreement, including any development initiatives and orientation responsibilities
agreed to by the partner and the relevant CUT department.

27.6.2 Unless otherwise determined by Senate:

a) all assessments conducted by WIL partners must be submitted via the lecturer
responsible for assessment to the Assessment and Graduations Unit, who shall store
copies of such assessments in safekeeping for a period of three years; and
b) all assessments conducted by assessors employed by the WIL partner, but not by CUT,
and who file assessment reports via the relevant lecturer responsible for assessment with
the Assessment and Graduations Unit in terms of a WIL agreement, shall be appointed
as external assessors in terms of the provisions of this procedure.

27.7 Student orientation prior to placement with a partner

27.7.1 Before a student is placed with an approved WIL partner, the student must be oriented to
the requirements of the partner where he/she will be placed. Amongst others, the student
must be aware of, and agree to the following conditions:

a) Complying with all regulatory standards, including those relating to the discipline,
as stipulated by the partner.
b) Making effective use of the stipulated grievance procedures of the partner.
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c) Upholding high standards of personal and professional conduct as a critical

component of the assessment conducted by the partner.
d) Assuming greater and more active responsibility for learning during the placement
period and maintaining orderly records as evidence of learning.

28. VERIFICATION OF ASSESSMENT MARKS

28.1 Lecturers continuously enter test marks on an Excel sheet on the ITS System.

28.2 Proper record keeping of all assessment marks is the responsibility of the academic
departments.

28.3 The various Department Administrators are responsible for the transfer of the marks from
the Excel sheet to the ITS System prior to the deadline stipulated in the
Year Programme.

28.4 Once all test marks have been transferred to the ITS System, the Assistant Registrar:
Assessment and Graduations calculates the course marks.

The course mark is a mark calculated from all assessments completed during a unit and is
calculated prior to the commencement of an official assessment.

28.5 Once all assessment scripts have been marked, each lecturer enters the assessment marks
on the Excel sheet.

28.6 Once the lecturer has entered the assessment marks on the Excel sheet, the assessor
provides the moderator with a printout of the entered marks, for moderating purposes.

28.7 Once the assessment scripts have been moderated, and the moderator and assessor have
confirmed that the marks are correct, the Excel sheet is signed by both the moderator and
the assessor, and handed to the faculties’ Secretaries, for the transfer of the assessment
marks to the ITS System.

28.8 The signed Excel sheet, together with the answer scripts, is handed in at the Assessment
and Graduations Unit within the prescribed number of days.

28.9 For a second time, staff of the Assessment and Graduations Unit then enter all assessment
marks on “secondary” on the ITS System, as control measure for the accuracy of the
entered marks.

Should there be a difference between the mark entered by the faculty and the mark entered
by the staff of the Assessment and Graduations Unit, the ITS System will prohibit the
person from continuing to enter marks until both marks correspond.

28.10 Once all marks have been entered, the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations
calculates the final marks.

28.11 Staff of the Assessment and Graduations Unit check the calculated marks and the result
codes to ensure that the marks have been calculated correctly.
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28.12 The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations makes use of a programme that
compares the calculated marks on the ITS System with the calculated marks transferred
from the Excel sheet, in order to identify differences and variations.

28.13 The programme compares the marks, and a report is printed. Marks are entered twice on
the system. Any differences are indicated clearly and referred to the relevant faculty for
clarity.

28.14 Only the variations and differences are taken to the responsible HoDs for correction by the
faculties’ Secretaries.

28.15 The various HoDs and Faculty Deans confirm that all assessment marks are correct by
completing form LS 106, and returning it to the Assessment and Graduations Unit.

28.16 Once all amendments have been made, the noticeboard lists and statements of results are
printed.

28.17 The results of candidates with outstanding fees or Grade 12 certificates are not published,
nor are their statements of results mailed to them.

28.18 The names of such candidates are provided to the Student Accounts and Academic Structure
and Student Enrolment Services units, where arrangements can be made with regard to the
outstanding fees and/or Grade 12 certificates.

28.19 When the results are ready for publication, the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and
Graduations and the relevant Faculty Dean sign the checklist (form LS 101.1), and the results
are made available via the internet and/or Student Portal, and the statements of results are
mailed.

28.20 If a student is dissatisfied with his/her unit mark, he/she must follow the approved procedure.
(Refer to the policy on the granting of an appeal against a mark allocated during an
assessment.)
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28.21 Procedure with regard to the verification of assessment marks

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29. LODGING AN APPEAL AGAINST A MARK ALLOCATED DURING A

TEST/ASSESSMENT

29.1 Appeal against test mark allocation

The appeals procedure makes provision for different hierarchical steps to be followed by a
candidate who wishes to appeal. The next step is only taken if a satisfactory solution cannot be
found during the preceding step(s). The order of steps is:

29.1.1 Examiner

a) The candidate must discuss the mark allocated to him/her and the supposed unfair treatment
with the examiner concerned immediately after the mark has been announced.

29.1.2 Subject Head/HoD

a) Should the candidate and the examiner involved be unable to find a satisfactory solution, the
candidate may take up the matter with the Subject Head or HoD in writing within two working
days. The Subject Head or HoD will then investigate the matter by comparing the relevant
question paper and answer sheet with the memorandum of the examiner.

b) If it can be proved that the candidate has a valid reason for his/her appeal, the mark is adjusted.
Should further reasons for the appeal exist, the next steps are followed within two working
days. The same procedure is followed at each of the steps.

29.1.3 Faculty Dean

a) As soon as the matter has been referred to the Faculty Dean, it will also be referred to the
Faculty Appeals Committee within two working days, for recommendation to the Examination
Board of the faculty.

29.1.4 Faculty Appeals Committee

a) Examination Board of the faculty: The decision of the Examination Board of the faculty is
final in faculty context.

b) Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC): Teaching and Learning: On completion of the above

procedure, a candidate may appeal to the DVC: Teaching and Learning within two working
days, should a satisfactory solution not be found at faculty level. The decision of the DVC:
Teaching and Learning is final, and no further appeal will be allowed.

29.2 Appeal against assessment mark allocation

The appeals procedure makes provision for different hierarchical steps to be followed by a
candidate who wishes to appeal. The next step is only taken if a satisfactory solution cannot be
found during the preceding step(s). As a result of the difference in nature between tests and
assessments, the procedure will also be different. In the case of assessments, the following
steps apply:
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29.2.1 Application for remarking of an answer script

An application for the remarking of a specific answer script is made at the Assessment and
Graduations Unit, and the amount due is paid by the candidate.
The Application for the remarking of an assessment form (LS 124.3) and the Appeal notice
form (LS109.1) must be completed for this purpose.

29.2.2 Examiner

a) A student who is of the opinion that his/her assessment reflects an unfair, arbitrary or
prejudiced academic assessment should first discuss the matter with the examiner.

29.2.3 HoD

a) If no satisfactory resolution is reached with the examiner and the student wishes to appeal,
he/ she shall appeal to the relevant HoD within two working days.

b) To appeal to the HoD regarding assessment results, the student will complete the Appeal
notice form (LS109.1), as well as the Application for the remarking of an assessment form
(LS124.3), and attach all documentation that supports claims of unfair, arbitrary or
prejudiced academic assessment. The forms are obtainable from the Assessment and
Graduations Unit.

c) The HoD will, at his/her own discretion, meet individually and/or in a group with the
student, the examiner and the moderator regarding the case, in an attempt to resolve the
appeal at departmental level.

d) After consultation with all parties, the HoD will examine the student’s appeal in order to
determine if the student has established a prima facie matter of unfair, arbitrary or
prejudiced academic assessment.

e) If not, the HoD will inform the student accordingly in writing within two working days.

29.2.4 Faculty Dean

a) If there are grounds for an appeal, the HoD will refer the case to the Faculty Appeals
Committee. The student may appeal against the HoD’s decision (findings and/or remedies)
to the relevant Faculty Dean, who will refer the appeal to the Faculty Appeals Committee
within two working days.

29.2.5 Faculty Appeals Committee

a) The Faculty Appeals Committee will examine and review the case and deliver a written
assessment and recommendation to the Exco of the Faculty Board, who will discuss the
assessment and recommendation of the Faculty Appeals Committee. The Faculty Dean, via
the Assessment and Graduations Unit, will notify the student in writing of the Exco of the
Faculty Board’s decision within two working days.
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29.2.6 Senate

a) If the student does not agree with the decision taken by the Exco of the Faculty Board, the
appeal will be referred to Senate within two working days. The decision of Senate will be
final.

29.3 Appeals of master’s and doctoral candidates

29.3.1 Should the candidate be of the opinion that the assessment of his/her treatise, dissertation
or thesis was unfair, arbitrary or prejudiced, the assessment must, as a first step, be
discussed with his/her supervisor/promoter.

29.3.2 Should a satisfactory solution not be found, and the candidate wishes to take the matter
further, he/she may appeal to the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations. The
Application for the remarking of an assessment form (LS 124.3) must be completed for this
purpose. The necessary documents must also accompany the application.

29.3.3 The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations will obtain the necessary comments
and recommendations from the supervisor/promoter, as well as from the external
examiner(s), and will refer the matter to the relevant Faculty Dean, who, in turn, will refer it
to the Faculty Appeals Committee for further action.

29.3.4 The Faculty Appeals Committee investigates the appeal, and makes a recommendation to
the Examination Board of the faculty. The Examination Board of the faculty will discuss the
matter, and will send a report to the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations via the
Faculty Dean concerned.

29.3.5 The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations will inform the candidate and his/her
supervisor/promoter in writing of the decision of the Examination Board of the faculty.

29.3.6 Should the candidate still not be satisfied with the outcome; the matter will be referred to
Senate for a final decision.

29.3 Fees payable

29.4.1 In cases where a candidate appeals against an allocated mark, a fee is payable by the
candidate before attention will be given to his/her case.

29.4.2 In cases of substantial error on CUT’s part, the above-mentioned fee payable by students
will be refunded to the student, at the discretion of the university.

30. APPOINTMENT AND EMPLOYMENT OF INDEPENDENT CONTRACTORS AS

INVIGILATORS DURING OFFICIAL ASSESSMENTS

30.1 Independent contractors who act as invigilators during official assessments are recruited by
means of references by institutions such as the University of the Free State (UFS) and the
DHET.

30.2 The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations conduct personal interviews with
candidates, for purposes of the appointment of external contractors to act as invigilators
during official assessments.
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30.3. The Registrar appoints independent contractors at least ten working days prior to the
commencement of the official assessment.

30.4 The Senior Administrative Officer: Assessment and Graduations ensures that the completed
forms are received from all independent contractors.

30.5 The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations arranges an annual training session
for all invigilators, which session must be held prior to the first official assessment session
of any particular year.

30.6 A group of approximately 80 independent contractors who are already invigilating on a

regular basis will attend the training session.

30.7 Responsibilities of the Assessment and Graduations Unit, Chief Invigilators and
invigilators:

a) For each venue, and for the first 30 students or a part thereof, a Chief Invigilator and one
invigilator will be appointed by the Registrar, in accordance with the policy and procedure
for the appointment and employment of independent contractors as invigilators during
official assessments. One additional invigilator will be appointed for every additional 45
candidates. The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations will supply all Chief
Invigilators and invigilators with an invigilation timetable.
b) The Assessment Manager compiles an assessment timetable and allocates a suitable venue
for each assessment.
c) The Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations, or a person nominated by him/her,
numbers the seats in the assessment venues in which theoretical question papers are to be
written. A copy of the Chief Invigilator’s report and mark sheet is provided to the Chief
Invigilator, in view of the planning of each candidate’s seat number.
d) On the day of the assessment, the Senior Administrative Officer: Assessment and
Graduations provides the Chief Invigilators with all assessment documentation one hour
prior to the commencement of the assessment session.
e) On completion of each assessment session, the Senior Administrative Officer: Assessment
and Graduations receives all unused documentation. The used and unused documentation
must be balanced against the documentation issued for the specific assessment session.
Assessors who have not received the relevant answer scripts and mark sheets at the
assessment venue are requested to come and collect the documentation from the Senior
Administrative Officer: Assessment and Graduations. The name of any assessor who fails to
collect his/her documentation from the assessment venue is reported to the relevant Faculty
Dean.
f) The Assessment Manager administers the compensation of independent contractors. Such
claims are paid out only after the assessment of the subject has been completed in full, and
to the satisfaction of CUT.
g) Reports regarding academic misconduct and special reports regarding any other
irregularities/faults are investigated and referred by the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and
Graduations to the Registrar, for processing in accordance with the approved policy and
procedures. Reports must be submitted in writing within three working days after the
incident.
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30.8 Chief Invigilator

The Chief Invigilator is responsible for the organisation and administration of supervision in
each assessment venue. He/she must also do the following:
a) Ensure that the candidates enter the assessment venue punctually.
b) Collect the following from the Assessment and Graduations Unit at least
60 minutes prior to the commencement of the session: (i) question papers;
(ii) stationery; (iii) mark sheet and Chief Invigilator’s report; and (iv) attendance forms.
c) Ensure that the Assessment Manager provides him/her with the correct documentation
for that specific assessment. However, Chief Invigilators must note that the Protection
Services Section delivers the assessment documentation to the following assessment
venues: Boet Troskie Hall, Main Hall and Artec Hall.d) Ensure that all codes, rules,
regulations, policies and procedures with respect to assessments are strictly adhered to.
e) Ensure that the question papers are handed out to the candidates, so that the assessment
can commence punctually.
f) Ensure that assessment areas are free from all articles unnecessary for assessment
purposes, and that, prior to the commencement of the assessment, an area within the
assessment venue is identified for the storage of briefcases, bags and other objects.
g) Request students to display their student cards on the corner of their desks.
h) Ensure that all announcements are made prior to the commencement of the assessment.
i) Announce the start and end of the assessment, as well as the question papers to be
written. The time will be announced at regular intervals.
j) Decide whether any of the invigilators may be excused from duty during the assessment.
k) Record all cases of academic misconduct, deviations, mistakes, errata or discrepancies
in terms of procedure on form LS 121.2, and report these to the Assistant Registrar:
Assessment and Graduations.
l) Arrange attendance forms in the same order as the names on the mark sheet and the
Chief Invigilator’s report.
m) Check the number of attendance forms against the number of students present. The
attendance forms must also be checked against the mark sheet and the Chief
Invigilator’s report. Under no circumstances may the Chief Invigilator add candidates’
names to the mark sheet and Chief Invigilator’s report. Any enquiries with regard to a
student number not appearing on the mark sheet must be directed to the Assistant
Registrar: Assessment and Graduations.
l) Indicate on the mark sheet and Chief Invigilator’s report whether a candidate is present or
absent, and also carry out the following tasks:
(i) Delete absent candidates’ student numbers from the mark sheet and Chief Invigilator’s report,
and mark sheet and mark the names of those candidates present with a tick (þ).
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(ii) Indicate the student numbers of the absentees in the appropriate column on mark sheet and the
Chief Invigilator’s report.
(iii) Carefully complete the report and sign it.
m) Arrange the answer scripts in the same order as the names on the mark sheet and Chief
Invigilator’s report before handing them to the assessor.

30.9 Invigilators

Invigilators must do the following:

a) Ensure that they are present in the assessment venue to which they have been assigned at least
30 minutes prior to commencement of the assessment.
b) Check student identification cards against the attendance forms during the assessment.

NOTE: Any student who is unable to produce a student identification card, but who is in
possession of any other form of identification, should be permitted to complete the assessment,
provided that his/her name appears on the mark sheet. A student who is not in possession of
any form of positive identification is referred to the Assessment and Graduations Unit.

c) Collect all attendance forms, and hand them to the Chief Invigilator.

d) Ensure that candidates do not bring any food or beverages, unless medically prescribed, into
the assessment venue.
e) Ensure that there is no smoking in the assessment venue.

f) Ensure that no communication, whether verbal or written, occurs between candidates during
the assessment period.
g) Ensure that the correct stationery is available.

h) Hand out answer scripts to candidates.

i) Ensure that all answer scripts are collected and handed to the Chief Invigilator on completion
of the assessment period.
j) Immediately report to the Chief Invigilator any violation of the rules by a candidate and take
the necessary steps with respect to such violation, in accordance with the procedures contained
in this procedure.
k) Take appropriate steps in an effort to eliminate activities in the vicinity of the assessment venue
that are considered detrimental to the performance of the candidates.
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31. ASSESSMENT RULES

31.1 Students will be allowed a reading period of five minutes prior to the published starting time
of the assessment.

31.2 During this reading period, students may not write anything in the answer scripts. However,
students may complete attendance forms and the necessary particulars on the cover page of
the answer scripts.

31.3 Each student must complete and sign the attendance form provided. The Chief Invigilator
will request the candidates to produce their student identification cards. Students who are
unable to produce such proof of identity will be permitted to continue with the assessment,
but will consequently be requested to render proof of identity by means of an alternative
form of identification.

31.4 Each student must read and comply with the instructions appearing on the attendance form,
as well as the instructions appearing on the question paper. As proof hereof, students must
write their full names on the attendance form, and sign it accordingly.

31.5 No student may start writing down answers before authorised to do so by the Chief
Invigilator. All students must stop writing immediately when instructed to do so by the
Chief Invigilator. On completion of the assessment, all students must remain seated until all
the answer scripts have been collected.

31.6 No student will be permitted to enter the assessment venue more than 60 minutes after the
published starting time of the assessment.

31.7 No student may leave the assessment venue before sixty (60) minutes have elapsed from the
published starting time, or during the last ten (10) minutes of any assessment.

31.8 A student may leave the assessment venue after the published starting time only with the
permission of the Chief Invigilator, and such a student must always be properly supervised
at all times.

31.9 Any student wishing to leave the assessment venue, except temporarily, must hand in all
answer scripts to the Chief Invigilator, which answer scripts must be properly endorsed in
order to identify the student.

31.10 A student may not bring into the assessment venue any books, dictionaries, pocket
calculators, notes or other documents, written or printed material, or apparatus, except where
provided to the student by the officer on duty, or authorised by the assessor.

31.11 A student may not speak with another student during an assessment.

31.12 A student may in no way provide assistance to, or request assistance from, any other person
during an assessment.

31.13 No student may bring any answer scripts, answer sheets or attendance forms into an
assessment venue, or remove such from an assessment venue.
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31.14 Smoking is not permitted in an assessment venue.

31.15 Cellular phones or any other means of communication are not permitted in the assessment
venue.

31.16 If pocket calculators are permitted in the assessment venue, they should be
hand-held models that are quiet, self-powered and portable.

31.17 No candidate may take any food or beverages into the assessment venue, unless medically
prescribed (e.g. cough lozenges, etc.).

31.18 All answers must be written in ink.

21. 31.19 Violations of assessment rules and procedures

31.19.1 Any candidate who violates a code, rule, regulation, policy or procedure applicable to an
assessment is guilty of misconduct.

31.19.2 If misconduct is evident, the Chief Invigilator must take the following steps:

a) Confiscate all relevant evidence (in the absence of physical evidence, the names of
witnesses must be noted, as well as the type of misconduct). The Chief Invigilator must
confiscate all answer sheet(s) and/or answer script(s) used by the candidate up to that point
and write the following on the cover page: “Answer script confiscated at…”, indicating the
exact time.
b) The candidate must be issued with a new answer script, with the following written on the
cover page: “New answer script issued at…”, with the time clearly indicated.
c) It must be explained to the candidate that permission to continue with the assessment does
not necessarily mean that his/her violation is being condoned, nor that is it an indication
that he/she is entitled to receive the result of the assessment.
d) The candidate must be informed that the matter will be referred for disciplinary action.

e) Following the assessment, the candidate must submit a written report on the incident by
means of form LS 121.2.
f) If the candidate prefers not to submit a report, he/she must indicate his/her decision in
writing.
g) Where appropriate (e.g. where a student disrupts the assessment, or repeatedly ignores the
assessment rules and procedures), the Chief Invigilator may, with the permission of the
Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations, confiscate the candidate’s answer
script(s), and request him/her to vacate the assessment venue.
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31.19.3 The Chief Invigilator must record all the particulars of such a candidate during the
assessment session.

31.19.4 The Chief Invigilator must submit a complete report on form LS 121.2, together with the
candidate’s statement, to the Assistant Registrar: Assessment and Graduations within 24
hours after the incident.

31.19.5 On completion of an assessment session, the Chief Invigilator/invigilator completes

claim form LS 105.

31.19.6 The Assessment Manager makes further arrangements for the compensation of the
invigilators, provided that all duties were fulfilled in accordance with the rules, and to the
satisfaction of CUT.

32. INDEMNIFICATION

32.1 The university cannot be held liable for:

a) any loss of, or damage to property, moveable or fixed, including any consequential
damage directly arising from damage to such property;
b) any injury, illness or death;

c) any incident, occurrence or accident;

d) any legal costs or expenses in relation to claims or court cases reasonably arising from
any such incident, occurrence or accident; and
e) any costs relating to medical treatment,

32.2 where such loss, damage, illness, injury, death, incident, occurrence or accident arises from,
is related to, or is in any way associated with the independent contractor’s duties as
invigilator at CUT, or at the venue identified for this purpose, and the independent contractor
indemnifies CUT from any such claims/costs/expenses, etc.

33. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administration of assessment at CUT.

• Appointment of invigilators.
• Appointment of internal and external examiners.

34. DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY

The Faculty Deans, HoDs and lecturers are responsible for ensuring the integrity of
examinations.

The Institutional Planning and Quality Enhancement (IPQE) Section is responsible for the
evaluation of the question papers in three-year cycles.
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The Assessment and Graduations Unit is responsible for ensuring effective assessment
practices.

The Registrar’s Office is responsible for the moderation and invigilation of formative and
summative assessment practices.

35. REVIEW OF THE PROCEDURE

The procedure is reviewed annually to ensure compliance and adherence to legislative changes.

36. RELATED DOCUMENTS

E/41 – Admission policy

LS 101.1 – Checklist: results
LS 103 – Reassessment candidates
LS 106.1 – Declaration of verification of marks
LS 107.3 – Assessment mark control form
LS 108.2 – Claim form: external assessors/moderators
LS 118.2 – Statement of independent work
LS 119 – Questionnaire on the quality of assessment papers
LS 120.2 – Application form: certificates
LS 120.3 – Application for the issuing of a certificate of conduct
LS 121.2 – Assessment: special report on question papers
LS 123 – Application for subject recognition
LS 124.3 – Application form: assessments
LS 215.1 – Mark sheet (dissertation)
LS 216.1 – Mark sheet (treatise)
LS 217.1 – Results (doctorate)
LS 218.1 – Recommendation on the awarding of a master’s degree (dissertation)
LS 219.1 – Recommendation on the awarding of a master’s degree (treatise)
LS 220.1 – Recommendation on the awarding of a doctorate
LS 227.1 – Application for the granting of extra time or other concessions during officially
scheduled tests and/or assessments of CUT
LS 236 – Application form: recognition of prior learning
LS 262 – Application for the approval of a research project
LS 263 – Amendment of a title
LS 264 – Appointment/amendment/addition of a supervisor/co-supervisor/promoter/
co-promoter
LS 265 – Appointment/amendment/addition of an examiner
LS 266 – Amendment of an instructional programme that includes a research project
LS 154 – Replacement student card application
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
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CHAPTER 11

LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SERVICES RULES

7.1.1 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

“CUT” Central University of Technology, Free State

“LIS” Library and Information Services

“ERAC” Electronic Resource Access Centre

7.1.2 PURPOSE OF REGULATIONS

The purpose of these regulations is to ensure that clients are aware of the rules
pertaining to Library and Information Services (LIS).

7.1.3 REGULATIONS

7.1.3.1 Access

7.1.3.1.1 All LIS clients must at all times be in possession of a valid CUT personnel or student
identity card. Unauthorised use of another person's identity card is a punishable offence
(see CUT Calendar: Disciplinary rules for students; fine system; offences:
lending/borrowing of personnel/student card – R200). If a card is lost or misplaced, the
loss must immediately be reported at the library issuing desk and to the Protection
Services Unit.

7.1.3.1.2 Books and other library material will be issued only to the holder of a valid CUT
personnel or student card.

7.1.3.1.3 Any person entering the library for a legitimate reason other than to study or conduct
research
– e.g. to attend a meeting or perform maintenance work – will be issued with a
visitor’s card at the issuing desk.

7.1.3.1.4 No CUT student or staff member will be issued with a visitor’s card to access the
library.

7.1.3.1.5 An external client (neither a student nor a staff member of CUT) may apply for library
membership at the issuing desk. Such an applicant will be required to pay a fee covering
membership, the production of an identity card, and a refundable deposit, as prescribed
from time to time, as well as an annual membership fee.

7.1.3.1.6 An external client’s membership card is not transferable for use in the library.

7.1.3.1.7 Any person taking a bag or other property or possessions into the library does so at his
or her own risk.
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7.1.3.2 General conduct

7.1.3.2.1 Every LIS client must at all times be considerate towards others, and may not intrude on
the rights of other users with regard to access to space and materials, or with regard to
noise or general conduct.

7.1.3.2.2 As the library is an important study area, courteous behaviour towards fellow users is
important to ensure meaningful study time and use of the library by all.

7.1.3.3 Loans and returns

7.1.3.3.1 Library material may only be loaned in accordance with the officially approved
procedures.

7.1.3.3.2 A student registered at another institution of learning will require an official letter from
that institution requesting permission for such student to make use of CUT’s library
resources.

7.1.3.3.3 No audio-visual equipment may be loaned. All equipment in the library forms part of
the assets of CUT.

7.1.3.3.4 All students and staff members are required to settle their library accounts in full before
CUT closes for the academic year and also before leaving CUT for any reason, e.g. when
graduating or terminating their studies at CUT, and before retiring or resigning or
otherwise leaving the employ of CUT.

7.1.3.3.5 A library client is responsible for all library material in his/her possession, and any loss
of or damage to such material must be reported immediately at the issuing desk. Any
material that is lost or damaged must be replaced by the client with similar material or
the latest edition thereof, to CUT’s satisfaction.

7.1.3.3.6 Any problems encountered with materials on loan must be reported without delay at the
issuing desk.

7.1.3.4 Facilities and information

7.1.3.4.1 Study space may not be reserved. Any person leaving books or personal property
unattended does so at his or her own risk.

7.1.3.4.2 The rules and regulations pertaining to the study cubicles and buzz rooms are available
from the office of the person in charge of circulations.

7.1.3.4.3 The rules and regulations pertaining to the Electronic Resource Access Centre (ERAC),
as set out in paragraph 7.1.3.10 of this document, are on display at the ERAC.

7.1.3.4.4 All LIS rules, as well as the Protection Services rule regarding the demanding of
identification (see CUT Calendar 2018: Protection Services rules), are applicable to the
24-hour study rooms.

7.1.3.4.5 Group discussions are not permitted on levels 1, 2 or 3 of the library. Only the 24-hour
study rooms may be used for this purpose.
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7.1.3.4.6 A copy centre with facilities for photocopying, faxing, ring binding, etc. is available on
the ground floor of the library building.

7.1.3.4.7 CUT accepts no responsibility for any loss, damage, injury, etc. sustained or suffered
in the copy centre.

7.1.3.4.8 The Copyright Act must be observed in all reprographic activities.

7.1.3.5 Fines

Fines will be charged if books and other information resources are not returned within
the prescribed period of time (open-shelf books: R1.00 per item per day; study-collection
material, reserve-shelf books and notes: R2.00 per item per hour). Furthermore, failure
to return borrowed material could result in the suspension of lending rights and/or other
disciplinary action.

7.1.3.6 Payment of fines

7.1.3.6.1 Fines for overdue material must be paid at the Student Accounts Unit by the deadline
indicated in the notice of overdue material.

7.1.3.6.2 Any student/staff member/external client who fails to pay a fine that has been imposed
upon him/her will be referred to the Debtor Controller.

7.1.3.6.3 Furthermore, any student with an outstanding fine may have his or her assessment results
withheld until all such fines have been paid in full.

7.1.3.6.4 No cash will be received by LIS.

7.1.3.6.5 An admission-of-guilt form must be signed at the issuing desk, after which the person
in charge of circulations will compile a list of defaulters to be submitted to the Student
Accounts Unit.

7.1.3.6.6 In addition to a fine, failure to respond to requests for the return of overdue material will
result in the suspension of the individual’s lending rights at the library. A replacement
fee for lost, damaged or outstanding library material, plus an administration fee and VAT
(where applicable), will be forwarded to the Student Accounts Unit to be charged to the
account of the student concerned.

7.1.3.6.7 If a client fails to return loaned materials or if such items are found to be damaged upon
return, the client responsible will be subject to the following provisions:

7.1.3.6.7.1 The University Librarian may rule that the materials not returned must be replaced at the
expense of the client concerned.

7.1.3.6.7.2 If any library material is found to be slightly damaged on return, the cost of repairing
and processing may be recovered from the client concerned. If the damage is extensive
or the returned information resource has been damaged beyond repair, the University
Librarian may instruct the responsible client to pay the full cost of replacing the material.
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7.1.3.6.7.3 A new copy of the same edition or a more recent edition of the lost material may be
accepted in lieu of the replacement cost, but the client may still be held accountable for
the processing and administrative costs.

7.1.3.6.7.4 All materials that are lost or not returned to the library remain the property of LIS, and
must be returned immediately to LIS in the event of recovery.

7.1.3.7 Offences

7.1.3.7.1 It is an offence to remove books or any other library material, to attempt to obtain such
material, or to gain access to the library under false pretences or fraudulently, to
deliberately misplace books in the library, or to damage library material.

7.1.3.7.2 Other offences include the damaging of books, journals, study-collection documents or
any other library material, and the disfiguring of library material by means of writing
therein or thereon, underlining therein, or any form of marking thereof.

7.1.3.7.3 Violating any rule in respect of LIS may lead to disciplinary action against the
transgressor in accordance with CUT’s disciplinary procedures, policies, rules and
regulations. In cases where misconduct can be proved, one or more of the following
measures may be enforced (this is not an exclusive list):

7.1.3.7.3.1 Suspension of the transgressor's right to access the library permanently or for a specific
period of time; and/or

7.1.3.7.3.2 Payment of replacement and processing costs (R100.00) and/or a fine as determined by
the University Librarian.

7.1.3.8 General rules

7.1.3.8.1 No apparatus that could cause a disturbance to others in the library – e.g. cellphones and
iPods
– may be used. All such devices must therefore be switched off before entering the
library.

7.1.3.8.2 No food or beverages (including tea, coffee, soft drinks or alcohol) may be brought into
the library building.

7.1.3.8.3 The library is a smoke-free building. In accordance with the CUT smoking policy, no
person may smoke within the building.

7.1.3.8.4 No item of furniture or equipment may be removed from the library or be shifted within
the building.

7.1.3.8.5 No firearms may be taken into the library building.

7.1.3.8.6 With the exception of guide dogs and other assistance dogs for persons with disabilities,
no pets or other animals are allowed in the library.

7.1.3.8.7 No posters or documents may be affixed to the walls or noticeboards of the library unless
the necessary steps have been taken and written permission has been obtained from the
relevant CUT official, in accordance with CUT’s policies, rules and procedures.
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7.1.3.8.8 No person may book or reserve study space or access to a computer by means of
leaving personal belongings at the location/place/station in question.

7.1.3.9 Other offences

7.1.3.9.1 A penalty/fine of R100.00 will be imposed for the following:

7.1.3.9.1.1 Failure to switch off apparatus that could cause a disturbance, e.g. a cellphone or other
electronic device;

7.1.3.9.1.2 Excessive noise;

7.1.3.9.1.3 Eating and/or drinking in the library;

7.1.3.9.1.4 Moving of furniture or equipment in the library; and

7.1.3.9.1.5 Littering in the library.

Such an offence may also lead to the barring/suspension of the offender’s access to the
library building for a given period, as specified by CUT.

7.1.3.9.2 Penalties for offences of this nature are imposed in a spirit of educating and informing
offenders and may, for instance, take the form of cleaning the library premises, at the
discretion of the relevant staff.

7.1.3.9.3 An admission-of-guilt form may be completed for these types of offences.

7.1.3.10 Electronic Resource Access Centre (ERAC)

7.1.3.10.1 In addition to all the above rules, which also apply to the ERAC and computer
laboratories, the following rules apply:

• It is a serious offence to damage or vandalise computer equipment, furniture or any

other component.
• A client will be penalised for damaging or defacing any CUT property or removing it
from the premises.
• It is an offence to use any CUT property without prior written authorisation.
• Violent, abusive, intimidating or drunken behaviour will not be tolerated in the
ERAC.

7.1.3.10.2 According to the LIS rules:

• LIS clients must be considerate at all times, and may not intrude on the rights of other
users with regard to access to space and materials, or with regard to noise or
conduct in general.

• LIS clients are expected to be courteous towards their fellow library users:

- No person is allowed to work for more than two consecutive hours on a computer
at any given time.
- A maximum of two people are allowed to work on a single computer station at
any one time.
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Enforcement

• Allegations regarding the violation of LIS or other applicable CUT rules, policies,
procedures, etc. may lead to disciplinary action against the transgressor, in accordance
with the CUT disciplinary procedures, rules, regulations, policies, etc.
• In cases of proven misconduct, the suspension of the transgressor's right to access
and use the library, either permanently or for a specific period of time, may be issued
and enforced.

7.1.3.10.3 Fines imposed for misconduct in the ERAC and computer laboratories:

Offence Fine
Use of computer for non-academic purposes R200
Viewing or downloading of pornographic material R400
Working for longer than the allocated time (two continuous R200

Repeated misconduct may lead to permanent suspension of usage of the ERAC and
computer laboratories.

7.1.4 PROCEDURE FOR IMPLEMENTING THE REGULATIONS

The regulations above stipulate the applicable procedure.

7.1.5 RELATED DOCUMENTS

CUT Student Calendar Protection Services Rules General Rules for Students
Disciplinary Rules for Students
Code 114 of the CUT Delegations Register

7.1.6 COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The Executive Manager in charge of the Academic and Research portfolio is the
Compliance Officer.

7.1.7 RESPONSIBLE OFFICER(S)

University Librarian
Persons in charge of the various LIS functions
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CHAPTER 12

CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENTS

4.5.1 POLICY STATEMENT

4.5.1.1 The Students’ Representative Council (SRC) and all registered students of the Central
University of Technology, Free State (CUT) endorse the principles of the freedom of
individuals, as contained in the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Act 108 of
1996 (the Constitution) and other legislation of the Republic of South Africa.

4.5.1.2 Notwithstanding the right of each person to participate in gatherings, to argue/contend, and
to submit petitions together with others in a peaceful and unarmed way, any person who is
guilty of the following conduct on CUT property exposes him- or herself to disciplinary
action:

(i) Using language, documents or behaviour that incite emotions, are insulting in
nature, or give offence to others;

(ii) Defacing CUT property by applying slogans or graffiti in places other than those
that have been agreed upon;

(iii) Displaying or carrying firearms or any other dangerous objects on CUT property,
other than with the prior written authorisation of CUT Management;

(iv) Any form of blackmail or extortion;

(v) Any action that hinders, hampers, disrupts, defers, delays or upsets orderly
academic tuition, administration and normal student activity on CUT property,
or that causes damage to any property of CUT or any property on CUT premises;

vi) Instigating, inciting, prompting or stimulating others to carry out any action that
hinders, hampers, disrupts, defers, delays or upsets orderly academic tuition,
administration and normal student activity on CUT premises, or that causes
damage to any property of CUT or any property on CUT premises;

vii) Being present on any CUT campus or premises, except as is reasonably necessary
for a student to receive academic tuition, or to have essential personal contact
with the administration of CUT, or to participate in normal student activities;

viii) Failing to air any grievances, objections or complaints through use of the existing
prescribed policies, rules, regulations, procedures and processes;

ix) Harassing, assaulting or threatening to hurt or harm an employee, student or

visitor during a protest action;

x) Propagating and/or encouraging violence;

xi) Propagating and/or encouraging hatred based on race, ethnicity, gender, beliefs,
sexual orientation or any other aspect;
xii) Failing to vacate a building, office, venue, hall or room that has been declared
closed;
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xiii) Obstructing any corridor in, or entrance to, a building;

xiv) Hindering any student from attending a class or writing an assessment or test, or
hindering any lecturer in the presentation of a lecture;

xv) Hindering any student, employee or member of the public from listening to or
hearing a scheduled speaker;

xvi) Failing to leave a closed meeting when attending it without authorisation, or

interrupting a private interview; and

(xvii) Failing to leave a CUT building, office, venue, hall or room if instructed to do so
by a Protection Services Officer who has identified him-/herself as such, and who
aims to prevent or halt disruption on CUT premises.

4.5.1.3 CUT students are expected to show respect for order, morality and the rights of others in
all places and at all times, as is expected of good citizens. Failure to behave in such a
manner is sufficient reason for an offender to be removed from CUT premises.

4.5.2 DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS “SRC”: Students’ Representative Council

“CUT”: Central University of Technology, Free State

4.5.3 PRINCIPLES

4.5.3.1 All CUT students have the right to participate in CUT programmes without being exposed
to inappropriate behaviour that may negatively affect the teaching and learning processes
or the well-being of all individuals concerned.

4.5.3.2 Students have a responsibility to promote and foster positive behaviour.

4.5.3.3 Whenever possible, every effort should be made to resolve conflict or misunderstanding
through discussion and mediation before formal procedures are invoked.

4.5.3.4 The overarching obligation of all students is to act in the best interests of the CUT
community at all times.

4.5.4 PROCEDURES

4.5.4.1 Student protests and control measures

4.5.4.1 No student protest may be held before the SRC has discussed the reason for the protest
with the Executive Manager in charge of Student Services and/or other representative of
the CUT Management Committee (Mancom) and a deadlock has been reached.

4.5.4.2 The written declaration of the deadlock will contain the views of CUT Management and
the other concerned parties, as well as the reasons why an agreement could not be reached,
and will be signed by the Mancom representative and other parties.
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4.5.4.3 No protest action may occur within two days (excluding CUT recesses, weekends and
public holidays) after a deadlock has been reached.

4.5.4.2 Processions

The right of students to protest in this way is acknowledged, on condition of compliance

with the following control measures:

(i) The names and student numbers of procession controllers (marshals), as well as the
nature of their clothing, will be supplied beforehand to the Executive Manager in
charge of Student Services, so that recognition can be facilitated.

(ii) Sufficient marshals will be appointed to exercise control over participants at the
front, on the flanks and at the rear of the procession.

(iii) The route of the protest march on CUT premises will be approved beforehand by
the Registrar and the Executive Manager in charge of Resources and Operations,
with the proviso that the necessary permission will be obtained beforehand if a
march is not to be confined to CUT premises, and with the further proviso that a
march on CUT premises will not result in any vandalism or damage or the disruption
of traffic or CUT activities.

(iv) Only registered students may participate in processions.

(v) Processions will always return by the same route, unless prior permission has been
obtained for a different return route to be used.

(vi) Processions will not be held during assessment periods.

4.5.4.3 Demonstrations

4.5.4.3.1 The names of demonstration controllers (marshals), as well as the nature of their clothing,
will be supplied beforehand to the Executive Manager in charge of Student Services so
that recognition can be facilitated.

4.5.4.3.2 Sufficient marshals will be appointed to exercise control over participants at the front,
on the flanks and at the rear of the demonstration.

4.5.4.3.3 Only registered students may participate in demonstrations, unless otherwise agreed
upon.

4.5.4.3.4 Posters displayed during demonstrations must meet the norms of public decency and the
prescriptions of CUT.

4.5.4.3.5 Demonstrators will not obstruct the entrance to any CUT premises.

4.5.4.3.6 Demonstrations will not disrupt the normal activities of CUT by any means, including
chanting, shouting or any other noise.

4.5.4.3.7 Demonstrations held during assessment periods may not interfere with or hinder the
assessment process.
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4.5.4.4 Petitions

4.5.4.4.1 A request for the handing over of a petition must be submitted to the Executive Manager
in charge of Student Services for approval at least two days (excluding CUT recesses,
weekends and public holidays) before the planned handing over of the petition.

4.5.4.4.2 All petitions will be handed over to the Executive Manager in charge of Student
Services.

4.5.4.4.3 Only registered students may sign petitions, with the proviso that the student number
appears alongside the signature.

4.5.5 RELATED DOCUMENTS

Protection Services Rules Library Services Rules Sport Rules

CUT Traffic Rules
Student Academic Assessment Rules
Rules for Bursaries and/or Loans (financial support) General Student Rules
Residence Rules Admission Regulations Student Disciplinary Rules
Grievance Procedure for Students
Code 94 of the CUT Delegations Register – Senate is responsible for the approval of the
General Student Rules and the CUT Code of Conduct for students.

4.5.6 COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The Registrar is accountable for student discipline. All students are responsible for
adhering to the rules and regulations for student conduct, while staff members are
responsible for enforcing such rules and regulations.

4.5.7 RESPONSIBLE OFFICER(S)

The Senior Manager in charge of Student Services is the responsible officer.

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CHAPTER 13

DISCIPLINARY RULES FOR STUDENTS

6.1.1 Disciplinary authority

(a) The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) Council is the highest
disciplinary authority at the University.

(b) By virtue of the Higher Education Act (Act No. 101 of 1997), as amended, the
general supervision and control of student discipline is the responsibility of the
Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

(c) The Vice-Chancellor and Principal, by virtue of the powers vested in him/her,
may request any staff member to assist in the execution of his/her duties,
including the maintenance of discipline and order at CUT. All bodies and
officials with powers of adjudication will thus be nominated and appointed by
the Vice-Chancellor and Principal, and will be directly accountable to him/her
in the execution of their duties. Notwithstanding any stipulation in the
disciplinary rules, the Vice-Chancellor and Principal may revise any
disciplinary proceedings mero motu (i.e. by motion of his/her own free will).

(d) In all cases where information on a student’s ailment, condition or problem

should not be made generally known, is in fact made known to the registered
psychologists at the Wellness Centre, or comes to their knowledge, such
registered psychologists will be entitled to reveal the information to the Vice-
Chancellor and Principal, in accordance with authorisation by virtue of the
Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Professions Act, 1974 (Act No. 56
of 1974).

(e) All disciplinary action taken in accordance with paragraph (d) above will be
reported to Senate by a person nominated by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

(f) The general rules of CUT are prescribed by Council in terms of the Higher
Education Act. The violation of these rules, or any other student rules,
institutional procedures or codes of conduct, may lead to disciplinary action,
which may include suspension from the University. In such cases, the name of
the student, as well as the particulars of the suspension, will be reported to all
other tertiary institutions on request.

(g) With regard to general student misconduct, any violation of the general rules
will immediately be reported to the Registrar, and, with regard to academic
misconduct, to the relevant Faculty Dean.

(h) Depending on the nature and seriousness of the violation, misconduct by

students must be dealt with by means of a disciplinary hearing, as contained in
these rules, or by means of a disciplinary counselling interview, as contained in
the institutional policies and procedures.
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6.1.2 Disciplinary authority structure

6.1.2.1 Composition of a Disciplinary Committee

(a) One of the following disciplinary committees may be used for disciplinary
inquiries:

• Academic Disciplinary Committee; or

• Student Services Disciplinary Committee.

(b) A disciplinary committee, as referred to in paragraph 6.1.2.1 (a), will be

constituted by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal, or his/her nominee.

(c) The Vice-Chancellor and Principal, or his/her nominee, will appoint a

prosecutor in accordance with these rules.

(d) Where a member or members of the committee cannot, or may not, serve on
the panel, the Vice-Chancellor and Principal, or his/her nominee, may appoint
an alternative member or members to the panel, or reduce the number of
committee members accordingly.

(e) In cases where a student is found guilty after any disciplinary hearing, the
applicable panel will recommend a suitable penalty to the Vice-Chancellor and
Principal, or his/her nominee.

(f) The prosecutor will inform the student in writing of the penalty, the
implementation date of the policy, his/her right to appeal, etc.

6.1.2.2 Composition of the Academic Disciplinary Committee

(a) The Academic Disciplinary Committee will comprise the following members:

• relevant Assistant Faculty Dean, as Chairperson;

• relevant Head of Department (HoD);
• relevant Faculty Administrator; and
• one Students’ Representative Council (SRC) representative, on invitation
by students.
• An external advisor may be co-opted in extreme technical cases, as and
when required.

(b) In the absence of the relevant Assistant Faculty Dean, the relevant HoD will act
as Chairperson.

(c) The functions of the Academic Disciplinary Committee are to give a hearing to
all of the following disciplinary cases:

• alleged misconduct during normal academic activities;

• alleged misconduct in classroom-related academic matters in which
students may be involved; and
• where alleged misconduct in academic matters related to examination or
test venues is indicated.
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(d) The prosecutor should keep a record of all the disciplinary measures taken by
the Committee, and should report such measures to the Vice-Chancellor and
Principal, and to Senate.

6.1.2.3 Composition of the Student Services Disciplinary Committee

(a) The Student Services Disciplinary Committee will comprise the following
members:

• Deputy Registrar: Student Services, as Chairperson;

• Manager: Governance and Student Life;
• one SRC representative, on invitation by students; and
• Enrolment Officer.
• An external member may be co-opted as advisor in extreme technical cases,
as and when required.

(b) The functions of the Student Services Disciplinary Committee are to give a
hearing to all of the following disciplinary cases:

• alleged misconduct by a student, where such misconduct does not fall within
the jurisdiction of the Academic Disciplinary Committee;
• alleged misconduct, or attempts to perpetrate misconduct on the sports
grounds or premises of CUT, or any other case of alleged misconduct in
which the name of CUT could be maligned;
• alleged misconduct, or attempts to perpetrate misconduct by CUT students,
in which the property of CUT, any CUT staff, any visitor to CUT, or any
other property or persons may be involved;
• alleged misconduct by residence dwellers in connection with the control,
management and/or use of residence facilities;
• alleged misconduct, or attempts to perpetrate misconduct related to the
violation of the rules and regulations of any residence; and
• any allegations concerning non-adherence to a penalty imposed by a
disciplinary committee, any disciplinary discussion, or any conduct
regulation by the Chairperson of a disciplinary committee.

(c) It will be the prosecutor’s duty to place all disciplinary measures of the
Committee on record, and to report them to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal,
and to Senate.

(d) If the nature and seriousness of an offence do not, at the discretion of the
appointed prosecutor, justify a disciplinary hearing, a disciplinary counselling
discussion may be conducted with the student(s) concerned, in accordance with
the institutional policy and procedures.

6.1.3 Disciplinary measures

(a) In a case where a disciplinary committee finds a student guilty of any form of
misconduct, one or more of the following disciplinary measures may be taken.
These measures will be valid as measures for disciplinary penalties, and do not
comprise a numerus clausus:
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• The student may be expelled from CUT.
• The student may be suspended from CUT for a specified period.
• Where it can be proved that subject credit was attained in an improper
manner, such credit may be withheld from the student.
• Where it can be proved that a qualification was attained in an improper
manner, such a qualification may be withheld from the student.
• The student could forfeit examination and/or semester marks, or any other
marks attained.
• The student may be prohibited from the CUT premises.
• The student may be excluded from lectures in any or all subjects, and/or
from any or all tests and/or examinations of CUT.
• The student may be excluded from all/certain CUT activities (both
academic and recreational) on a permanent basis, or for a specified period.
• The student may be dismissed from any position or capacity in which
he/she was appointed.
• The student may be reprimanded and warned, depending on the seriousness
of the offence.
• The student may be forbidden to keep or drive any type of motor vehicle on
the CUT premises.
• The student may be punished in any other suitable educational and justifiable
manner.
• A letter will be sent to the employer and/or parent(s) or guardian(s) of the
student concerned.
• A fine not exceeding R1 000 may be imposed on the student, which amount
will be payable in a manner determined by CUT, and which amount may be
charged to the account of the student.
• The student may be deprived of the right or privilege to register for a specific
module.

(b) CUT may suspend any imposed penalty for a period not exceeding 365 days,
on condition of good behaviour, as determined by the University, and provided
that a similar offence is not committed during that period.

(c) Regardless of whether the penalty imposed on a student in terms of these rules
entails the payment of a fine, the repair of damage that was caused, or the
execution of some or other action, the student concerned may be banned from
CUT by the University’s Vice-Chancellor and Principal until the payment has
been made, or the required action has been carried out.

(d) If any action must be taken, or any deed must be performed within a certain
period, such a period will be calculated by excluding the first day, the last day,
and all public and CUT holidays, as well as Saturdays and Sundays.

(e) The income from any fine or payment for repairs or damages caused, as
imposed in accordance with these rules, will be paid into the general funds of
CUT.

(f) A table that constitutes Penalty Guidelines is an annexure to these rules, and
will be used for purposes of classifying the types of academic misconduct by
students, and the ratings thereof in terms of magnitude.
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6.1.4 Pre-hearing disciplinary procedures

(a) Any charge of misconduct, excluding academic misconduct, must be conveyed in

writing to Protection Services within seven days, or within a period that is reasonable
under the circumstances, as from the date of the alleged misconduct, or within three
days thereof, or within such a period as is reasonable under the circumstances from
the day on which the misconduct was brought to the attention of the complainant.

(b) The Assistant Registrar: Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services will
report incidents of academic misconduct in writing to the relevant faculty within three
working days, or within a period that is reasonable under the circumstances.

(c) The Vice-Chancellor and Principal, or his/her nominee, may introduce any charge
suo motu (i.e. on his/her own motion).

(d) The Vice-Chancellor and Principal, or his/her nominee, will appoint a prosecutor for
the investigation and processing of student misconduct, in general or in a specific
case.

(e) The prosecutor should investigate the nature and seriousness of the case, or see to the
investigation thereof, and should recommend a method for dealing with the
misconduct. Where a disciplinary hearing is suitable for dealing with the particular
form of misconduct, it is the prosecutor’s responsibility to convene the specific
disciplinary committee.

(f) It is the prosecutor’s responsibility to inform all parties concerned of the disciplinary
hearing.

(g) It is the prosecutor’s responsibility to state the alleged offence, and to collect
evidence on behalf of CUT.

(h) After the appointment of the prosecutor, the relevant disciplinary committee will
institute a thorough and comprehensive investigation into the alleged misconduct,
which investigation will take place within such a period as may be reasonable under
the circumstances.

(i) If the Chairperson of a disciplinary committee is of the opinion that the misconduct
lies outside his/her jurisdiction, the hearing will be suspended, and the facts of the
matter will be reported to the Vice-Chancellor and Principal, or his/her nominee.

(j) The prosecutor will serve a notice, in which the charges of the alleged misconduct
are included, on the student concerned by having it delivered; sending it by registered
mail; or by delivering it by hand to the student’s residential address, or to his/her last
known residential address, within two days after the notice has been issued.

(k) The relevant student will be requested to acknowledge receipt of the notice in
writing, in default of which the date, time and place of the serving of the notice will
be recorded, and will be accepted as sufficient proof thereof.
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(l) The relevant student will receive notice to attend the sitting of the disciplinary
committee at least two days before the sitting is to be held.

(m) A report from the prosecutor, indicating that notice was given to the student
concerned, will serve as prima facie evidence of the student’s receipt of such notice.

(n) If the student is a minor, his/her parent(s) or legal guardian must be informed of the
charge against the student, if possible.

(o) A student against whom a charge has been laid will have the right to be supported during
the disciplinary hearing by his/her parent(s) or legal guardian(s), any fellow student,
or a legal representative whose presence has been approved in accordance with the
Policy regarding legal representation in tribunal hearings.

(p) The prosecutor may hold discussions with the student to obtain his/her reaction to the
alleged misconduct, and to determine whether there is merit to the allegations of
misconduct.

(q) The charges mentioned in the notice of the disciplinary hearing may be amended at any
time. If the amendment entails that the student must prepare a defence other than that
required in terms of the previous notice of the disciplinary hearing, any scheduled
disciplinary hearing will be postponed for a reasonable period on request. If the
charges are amended after the disciplinary hearing has commenced, the Chairperson
of the disciplinary hearing may defer the hearing for a reasonable period of time.

(r) All disciplinary hearings will be held in camera, and no such proceedings may be
made public during the process. However, notice of a penalty imposed due to the
defendant having been found guilty may be placed on the CUT noticeboards, at the
discretion of the disciplinary panel.

(s) If the behaviour of the accused or any witness makes it impossible to follow the
procedure of a disciplinary committee, the Chairperson may issue a rule of order,
which may include the removal of such a person, and the proceedings may then
continue in the person’s absence.

(t) Evidence will be proffered in corroboration of the allegations in a manner

reconcilable with the principles of natural justice, which may include the delivery of
verbal evidence, or the submission of a sworn statement.

(u) The accused person may, at any time or during any procedure of a disciplinary
committee, acknowledge his/her guilt with regard to the specific matters mentioned
in the charge, which admission of guilt will serve as proof of the allegations that
appear on the charge sheet.

(v) An accused person may be found guilty of misconduct on the grounds of an

admission of guilt concerning the misconduct, if such admission of guilt is given
freely and voluntarily, and corresponds with essential aspects in the charge sheet, or,
in cases where the admission of guilt cannot be corroborated, it can be accepted on
the grounds of other evidence that proves the guilt of the accused.
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(w) Any finding of a disciplinary committee will be the finding of the majority of the
members of the disciplinary committee. The Chairperson will have an ordinary vote,
as well as a casting vote.

(x) The disciplinary committee will base its findings of guilty or not guilty on a balance
of probability.

(y) The fact that a student has been criminally charged, found guilty, or acquitted of a
charge by a court, will not prevent CUT from taking action against such a student in
terms of this procedure.

(z) If a student’s registration as a student at CUT is terminated, the termination will come
into effect as from the date determined by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

6.1.5 Disciplinary hearing procedures

(a) At the beginning of the disciplinary hearing, the accused will be requested to enter
his/her plea in respect of the charge.

(b) If the accused refuses to enter a plea, a plea of not guilty will be noted.

(c) If the accused pleads guilty, and the Chairperson is of the opinion that the matter is
of such a nature that it falls within the jurisdiction of the disciplinary committee to
take disciplinary action, he/she may find the accused guilty, and may institute
suitable disciplinary measures.

(d) A plea of guilty may also be submitted to the disciplinary committee in the form of
a written declaration in which the accused admits guilt in respect of all charges, as
stated.

(e) If the accused enters a plea of not guilty, the accused will make a declaration in which
the facts of the charge that he/she is contesting are indicated, and he/she will
announce the basis of his/her defence to the committee.

(f) The Chairperson will inform the accused of his/her duty to state his/her case to each
witness, and also in respect of any other kind of evidence delivered against him/her.

(g) If the accused fails to announce the basis of his/her defence, the Chairperson and the
panel will have the right to cross-examine the accused in order to determine the basis
of his/her defence.

(h) If a member is unable to act during a disciplinary hearing, or is not present, the
disciplinary hearing may continue with the remaining members, with the proviso that
the Chairperson is present. In any other case, the disciplinary hearing will be
deferred, or, in cases where the panel must be reconstituted, will take place de novo
(i.e. from the beginning).

(i) If a student who must appear before the disciplinary hearing fails to appear at the
time and place as indicated in the written notice, or subsequently fails to appear at
any deferred disciplinary hearing, the disciplinary committee may, in any such case,
continue with the consideration of the charge in the absence of such student, if the
disciplinary committee is convinced that the student’s absence is deliberate and
without good reason.
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(j) All parties present during the disciplinary hearing must conscientiously carry
out the instructions and requests of the Chairperson. Should any party
deliberately refuse to do so, or deliberately disrupt or hamper the course of the
disciplinary hearing in any way, the Chairperson will be entitled to warn the
person, and/or to have him/her removed.

(k) Any student under disciplinary suspension must distance him-/herself from
CUT, with the exception of appointments made in order to finalise CUT
matters, which appointments should be approved beforehand by the Registrar.

6.1.6 Documentation

(a) A mechanical record of the proceedings of the disciplinary committee will be

kept by the appointed prosecutor.

(b) The record will be deemed a true reflection of the proceedings of the
disciplinary committee.

(c) Details of the charge, the parties concerned, the witnesses who provided
evidence, the finding, the disciplinary action taken, and the date of
implementation thereof, will be filed in a register kept by the Deputy Registrar:
Student Services for this exclusive purpose.

6.1.7 Student rights

In respect of the charges that have been laid against him/her, the alleged offender
will have the right to:

(a) be informed of the nature of the alleged offence;

(b) summon witnesses, and cross-examine them;
(c) examine any document submitted as evidence;
(d) receive a hearing as soon as possible;
(e) make use of the services of an interpreter to interpret the proceedings in the language
of his/her choice, with the proviso that such an interpreter is in the service of CUT,
and is available to interpret on the date of the scheduled disciplinary hearing;
(f) be represented by any fellow student of CUT, or his/her parent/guardian, or his/her
legal representative, whose presence has been approved in accordance with the
Policy on legal representation in disciplinary hearings (to be finalised);
(g) receive at least 48 hours’ notice of the disciplinary hearing;
(h) cite a case in his/her defence;
(i) a finding;
(j) deferment of the consideration of any previous disciplinary record until after he/she
has been found guilty;
(k) advance extenuating circumstances;
(l) lodge an appeal; and
(m) be protected against victimisation as a result of any statements, allegations and/or
actions made or carried out during a disciplinary hearing, or on the grounds of
membership to any organisation.
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6.1.8 Announcement of finding

(a) After a charge of misconduct has received a hearing, the disciplinary panel will arrive at
a finding of guilty or not guilty. In the case of a conviction, extenuating and aggravating
circumstances will receive a hearing, after which the proceedings will be adjourned for
the assessment of the facts.

(b) The penalty will be conveyed in writing to the student concerned, or by his/her legal
representative, if he/she was represented by such during the disciplinary hearing, after
permission was obtained in accordance with the Policy on legal representation during
disciplinary hearings (to be finalised), who will acknowledge receipt thereof.

(c) The conviction and the sentence will be noted on the student’s study record for a period
not exceeding one calendar year.

(d) CUT may publicise the findings of any specific case, which may include the
announcement thereof to a parent, guardian or sponsor of the student concerned, as well
as other tertiary institutions.

6.1.9 Appeal

(a) If the prosecutor or student is dissatisfied with the findings and/or sanctions of the
disciplinary committee, he/she will have the right to appeal to the Disciplinary Appeal
Committee against such findings and/or sanctions.

(b) The Disciplinary Appeal Committee will comprise:

• a Chairperson, who will be the Registrar, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC):

Teaching and Learning, the DVC: Resources and Operations, or a similar figure of
authority; and any other assessor(s) appointed by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal,
or his/her nominee.

(c) The Disciplinary Appeal Committee will pronounce a judgement on all cases that have
been heard by a disciplinary committee, and in response to which an appeal has been
lodged.

(d) The notice of appeal must be presented to the prosecutor no later than 14 days after a
finding has been pronounced by the Disciplinary Committee.

(e) The Disciplinary Appeal Committee will be appointed by the Vice-Chancellor and
Principal, or his/her nominee, in accordance with these rules.

(f) The Disciplinary Appeal Committee will be convened by the appointed prosecutor
within 40 days after the prosecutor has received the details concerning the appointment
of the Committee.

(g) In the notice of appeal, the appellant must provide written reasons that state the basis
of the appeal.

(h) The other party (i.e. the respondent) must be informed of the notice of appeal, and must
be afforded the opportunity to respond in writing to such notice of appeal.
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(i) The Disciplinary Appeal Committee must act objectively, and as such may not
comprise the same people who served on the disciplinary committee.

(j) During the hearing of the appeal, the Disciplinary Appeal Committee may
follow any procedure it deems fit, as it is not bound by the rules of evidence or
other technical points or legal forms, and may also gather information with
regard to any matter it deems fit according to its discretion. However, the
Committee must:

• act justly; and

• ensure that all documents that will be used by a party in the meeting are
made available to the other party.

(k) A full report of the proceedings of the disciplinary committee hearing, as well
as all the evidence delivered and relevant correspondence, will be made
available to:

• members of the Disciplinary Appeal Committee;

• the appellant; and
• the respondent,

no less than 14 days before the hearing of the appeal.

(l) During the disciplinary hearing of the appeal, the appellant will be granted the
opportunity to argue and discuss the basis of his/her appeal with the Committee.

(m) After the Disciplinary Appeal Committee has considered the material on the
basis of which the appellant supports his/her appeal, as well as any material put
forward in response thereto, the Committee must submit to the Vice-Chancellor
and Principal, or his/her nominee, a recommendation, together with all relevant
documentation concerning the rejection of the appeal, or the upholding thereof,
as well as the confirmation of the penalty, or the disregarding or amendment
thereof. If necessary, it may be recommended that the case be referred back to
the Disciplinary Appeal Committee for further investigation.

(n) The finding of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal will be final, and will be
communicated in writing to the relevant persons.

6.1.10 Powers of suspension of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal

(a) If the Vice-Chancellor and Principal is of the opinion that a student may be
guilty of misconduct as defined in these rules, he/she will have the competence,
should he/she deem this to be in the best interest of CUT, to order the student
to carry out one, more than one, or all of the following actions, for a period
deemed fit by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal, but for no longer than the time
required for the finalisation of any disciplinary proceedings that may be brought
against such a student in terms of these rules:

• refraining from attending lectures and classes on any premises occupied or

held by CUT at any locality;
• refraining from participating in any activity of CUT;
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• refraining from entering any space belonging to CUT, any place under
CUT’s control, or any part of such a space or place;
• vacating any CUT residence, or any part of any structure under the control
of CUT;
• refraining from entering any CUT residence, or any part of any structure
under the control of CUT;
• refraining from bringing any motor vehicle, motorcycle or any other mode
of transport onto the premises of CUT, or any other place that may be under
the control of CUT; and/or
• refraining from committing any act specified by the Vice-Chancellor and
Principal that is related to the nature of the charge.

(b) The Vice-Chancellor and Principal will not issue an order, as specified in
paragraph
6.1.10 (a), unless he/she is convinced that there is sufficient evidence to
corroborate the charges against the student.

(c) A provisional suspension will be issued, which suspension will be valid, and
will come into immediate effect.

(d) The order must be conveyed to the student, and, within three days after the
order has been conveyed, the student must provide written reasons to the Vice-
Chancellor and Principal as to why the order should not be final.

(e) The Vice-Chancellor and Principal’s decision will be final and binding.

(f) Any order in terms of paragraph 6.1.10 (a) will expire if disciplinary
proceedings in terms of these rules have not commenced within 45 days after
the order was issued.

6.1.11 Powers of suspension of the Registrar

(a) If the Registrar is of the opinion that a student may be guilty of misconduct as
defined in these rules, he/she will have the competence, should he/she deem this
to be in the best interest of CUT, to order the student to carry out one, more than
one, or all of the following actions:

• vacating a residence;
• refraining from entering a residence; and/or
• refraining from interfering or communicating with any residence student.

(b) The Registrar will:

• inform the Vice-Chancellor and Principal of any order that has been issued
in terms of rule 11 (a) no later than 72 hours after it has been issued. If the
Vice-Chancellor and Principal has not issued an order in terms of rule 6.1.10
(a) within seven days after receipt of such notice, any order issued in terms of
rule 6.1.11
(a) of these rules will consequently fall away. An order of the Vice-
Chancellor and Principal in terms of rule 6.1.10 (a) will replace the order
that was issued in terms of this rule; and
• not give an order as envisaged in rule 6.1.11 (a), unless he/she has:
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− informed the House Committee, if any, of that residence, by means of a

written notification delivered to the Chairperson or Secretary of the House
Committee, of any order he/she intends issuing in terms of rule 6.1.11 (a),
as well as his/her reason(s) for intending to issue such an order, which
notification will be delivered to the Chairperson or Secretary of the House
Committee concerned;
− informed the student in person or by means of written notification, sent by
post or delivered to the address furnished to CUT by the student, of the
order he/she intends issuing in terms of rule 6.1.11 (a), as well as his/her
reason(s) for intending to issue the said order;
− given the student a fair opportunity to challenge the reason(s) in person or
through the submission of written representations to the Registrar; and
− given the necessary consideration to whatever has been said or done by the
student in order to challenge any reason(s) for the issuing of such an
order, with the proviso that it will not be the duty of the Registrar to,
before such an order is issued, provide such information, or offer such an
opportunity to the student if the student, despite all efforts by the Registrar
to determine his/her place of residence, cannot be found, in which case the
order will be issued via mail to an address furnished to CUT by the
student.

6.1.12 Enforcement of certain penalties

(a) Whether the penalty imposed on a student in terms of these rules comprises the
payment of a fine, the repair of any damage caused, or the carrying out of an
instruction, the student concerned may be forbidden access to CUT
by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal until the payment has been made, or the
instruction has been carried out.

6.1.13 Non-cancellation of fees

(a) In a case where any action is taken, or a penalty is imposed in terms of these
rules, a student will normally not be granted any reimbursement or cancellation
of academic, residence or other fees that have been paid, or are payable to CUT.
However, a student may direct a written request to the DVC: Resources and
Operations for such reimbursement or cancellation, for final consideration by
the CUT Council.

6.1.14 Fining system

Notwithstanding anything contained in these rules, and without prejudice to CUT’s

right to discipline students in accordance with the University’s disciplinary policy and
procedures (to be finalised), the fining system in question will be applicable to the
offences as specified hereunder:

(a) A fine will be imposed at the scene of the offence.

(b) A fine may only be imposed by senior staff members of the Protection Services
Unit.
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(c) Fines must be paid at the cashiers of CUT within 30 days of being imposed.

(d) The accused will have the opportunity to direct a representation to the Chief:
Protection Services within eight days after the imposition of the fine. If such
representation is unsuccessful, a disciplinary inquiry may be instituted at the
request of the accused.

(e) If an accused person fails to pay a fine, or to direct a representation, the amount will be
recovered from his/her student account.

(f) The following offences will be immediately punishable with a fine, in accordance with
the fining system:

OFF FINE
• Squatting in residence (person whose room is involved) R400
• Hampering a Protection Services Officer in the execution of R300
his/her duties
• Swearing at, or insulting Protection Services staff R300
• Drunkenness R400
• Disturbing the peace R300
• Furnishing false information R200
• Lending/borrowing of a staff/student card R200
• Damage/misuse of fire equipment/emergency exits R300
• Unlawful use and/or provision of CUT property R400
• Failing to give prior notice of functions to Protection Services R300
• Unseemly behaviour R300
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Annexure A

TABLE ON PENALTY GUIDELINES

In line with section 6.1.3 the following are guidelines that may be followed as disciplinary measures
for both academic and general misconduct by student:

Rating Level of seriousness Penalty range

1 Extremely serious The student may be expelled from CUT.

2 Very serious The student may be suspended from CUT for a

specified period.

3 Serious Any of the measures under 6.1.3, between

bullets number 3 to 15 may be applied.
4 Minor Any of the measures under 6.1.3, between
bullets number 3 to 15 may be applied.

Types of misconduct and proposed ratings

Type of misconduct Proposed rating

Academic dishonesty
Plagiarism 1
Possession of unauthorized notes in test or assessment 2
Use of unauthorized notes or copying in test or assessment 2
Submitting a test or assessment under false name 2
Changing a test or assessment paper after it has been marked 2

Fraud
False medical certificate 1
False proof of an academic qualification 1

Alcohol and prohibited substances

Possession of prohibited substances on University property 1
Illegal selling of alcohol on University property 1
Selling of prohibited substances on University property 1

Other types of misconduct

Guilty of conduct on CUT property as outlined under Section 3 and 4
4.5.1.2 of Code of Conduct for Student (Chapter 11)
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RECORDING AND COMMUNICATING OF SANCTIONS

The recording and communicating of any of the above-mentioned penalties should be in accordance
with the following procedure as outlined in subsection 1.6.2.5 of Chapter 1 of the CUT Assessment
Procedure:

1.6.2.5. Sanction inscription on a student’s record

(1) In the event of a student being found guilty of academic dishonesty and unless
otherwise prescribed by the Code of Student Conduct, all sanctions under this code –
with the exception of failure of a particular assignment– shall be marked on the
respondent’s permanent record with the inscription “Academic Dishonesty”.

(i) In the case of failure of a course/module, the notation shall remain on the
student’s record for a minimum of one year.

(ii) In the case of suspension or expulsion from a course/module, the notation shall
remain on the student’s record for a minimum of one year.

(2) Once the minimum time period has elapsed, the student may petition the Registrar
for the removal of the sanction inscription from his/her permanent record. This
provision shall not, however, prohibit any programme, department or faculty of CUT
from retaining records of violations and reporting such violations as required by the
relevant professional accreditation standards.
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CHAPTER 14

GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE

7.2.1 Definitions

7.2.1.1 "Grievance"

A grievance refers to any dissatisfaction or sense of injustice experienced by a student

in an academic, residence, sport or general campus context, and that is brought in writing
to the attention of CUT, with the following exceptions:

(i) those cases covered by the CUT rules applicable to students; and

(ii) dissatisfaction with the outcome of a disciplinary inquiry. Such dissatisfaction

must be dealt with by means of the existing appeal procedure applicable to
student discipline.

7.2.2 General principles

7.2.2.1 It is to the benefit of both CUT and students that any grievance, whether individual or
in a group context, is dealt with at the lowest possible level.

7.2.2.2 The grievance procedure will not be misused in order to effect any change or addition
to a CUT rule, or to cause any requirements of such a CUT rule, as applicable to students,
to be declared null and void.

7.2.2.3 The parties concerned will abide by such action as may appear to be necessary to prevent
grievances from arising and to settle any legitimate grievances.

7.2.2.4 If required, a CUT student may be support by another registered CUT student when
lodging a grievance.

7.2.3 Procedure for investigating grievances

7.2.3.1 As soon as a grievance is reported, an investigation as set out hereunder is launched in

respect of the facts related to the matter.

7.2.3.2 Before the grievance is processed, the aggrieved person and CUT have access to all
relevant information from all relevant documentation that may be deemed necessary by
both parties.

7.2.3.3 CUT will not permit any formal disciplinary action to be taken by virtue of the grievance
procedure. If disciplinary action is necessary, a bridging process involving the transition
of a grievance to a disciplinary action is implemented, as described in this procedure.

7.2.3.4 In the case of a grievance by a single student, the procedure as set out in par. 7.2.3.5 is
to be followed. In cases where the same (academia-related) grievance is lodged by more
than one student, the procedure as set out in par. 7.2.3.5 is to be followed. In cases where
the same grievance (related to a residence or to general student affairs) is lodged by more
than one student, the procedure as set out in par.7.2.3.6 is to be followed.
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7.2.3.5 Stages of the grievance procedure: Individual and collective: Academic grievances

a) In the first instance, the student makes the grievance known to:

(i) the HoD concerned, in the event of the grievance being related to an academic
matter.

b) In cases where the grievance involves two or more students, no more than three
students may report the grievance.

c) If the grievance is not satisfactorily resolved by the first level of authority, as

outlined above, the aggrieved person may refer the matter to the subsequent level
of authority:

(i) in the case of a grievance related to an academic matter, to the relevant Faculty
Dean.

d) If a grievance has bearing on the person to whom the grievance is to be reported

at the first level of authority, the student may, after having informed the relevant
person of his/her intention, report the grievance to the subsequent level of authority
(as outlined in par. 7.2.3.5 (a)).

e) If the grievance is still not satisfactorily resolved by the second level of authority,
the student may refer the grievance to the subsequent level of authority:

(i) in the case of a grievance related to an academic matter, to the Registrar.

f) If the grievance is still not satisfactorily resolved by the third level of authority,
the student may refer the grievance to the final level:

(i) in the case of a grievance related to an academic matter, to the Vice-Chancellor and
Principal (whose decision is final).

7.2.3.6 Stages of the grievance procedure: Where a group of students is involved (excluding
grievances related to academic matters)

a) Students notify the SRC in writing of a general grievance involving a group of

students. In this documentation, the nature of the grievance and the group of
students involved is indicated, together with the names of a maximum of five
representatives who will deal with the grievance further on behalf of the students.

b) Within two days after notification of the grievance has been received, the SRC
appoints a member or members to convene a meeting with the group
representatives to settle the grievance. The main points are noted on the grievance
form (available from the Office of the Registrar), and the SRC must take
comprehensive minutes of the meeting.

c) After all available evidence has been heard, the presiding officer, who must also
be a member of the SRC, reaches a decision and announces such to all parties
concerned; with the proviso that the decision falls within the powers of the SRC.
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d) If a satisfactory solution is reached, the presiding officer requests that the

representatives indicate their acceptance of the decision by signing the grievance
form in the appropriate space.

e) If a satisfactory solution is not reached within two working days after the original
grievance investigation, or if the SRC does not have the competency or power to
address the grievance properly, the presiding officer makes a note in the
appropriate space on the grievance form that a solution or agreement could not be
reached.

f) The completed documentation of the grievance investigation and the

comprehensive minutes are then referred by the presiding officer to the Registrar,
who convenes a grievance meeting in the capacity of Chairperson, in accordance
with par. 4.

g) A maximum of three members per student body or group who are addressing
representations may attend the interview with the Registrar. Three representatives
of the SRC are to be present at all student body interviews with the Registrar.

h) In the first instance, the student makes the grievance known to:

(i) a House Committee member, where the grievance is related to the

residence; or
(ii) a Student Council member, where the grievance is related to general
student affairs.

i) If the grievance is not satisfactorily resolved by the first level of authority, as

outlined above, the aggrieved person may refer the matter to the subsequent level
of authority:

(i) in the case of a grievance concerning a residence, to the Supervisory Staff

Member; or
(ii) in the case of a grievance related to general student affairs, to the Manager:
Governance and Student Life or other relevant HoD in student affairs.

j) If the grievance is still not satisfactorily resolved by the second level of authority,
the student may refer the grievance to the subsequent level of authority:

(i) in the case of a grievance related to a residence, to the Manager:

Residences; or
(ii) in the case of a grievance related to general student affairs, to the Registrar
(whose decision is final).

k) If a grievance related to a residence is still not satisfactorily resolved by the third

level of authority, the student may refer the grievance to the final level, namely
the Registrar (whose decision is final).

7.2.4. Rules of order

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7.2.4.1 At every stage of the grievance, a meeting is arranged at a time convenient for the parties
in order to resolve the grievance. The student and his/her representative and all relevant
witnesses attend the meeting and are entitled to give evidence. Where possible, the
meeting takes place within two days after the grievance form (LS 52, available from the
Office of the Registrar) is completed by the student and handed in to the relevant official,
as indicated in this set of rules.

7.2.4.2 The responsible person, at the level where the grievance has been lodged, convenes a
grievance investigation within two days, if possible, after the grievance form has been
received.
7.2.4.3 The following persons are to be present during a grievance investigation:

(a) the responsible official, as Chairperson;

(b) the aggrieved person;
(c) the person against whom the grievance has been lodged (if applicable);
(d) the aggrieved person’s representative (if required);
(e) the representative of the person against whom the grievance has been lodged (if
required);
(f) relevant witnesses; and
(g) an institutional equity representative.

7.2.4.4 After ensuring that the details on the grievance form are correct, the presiding officer
gives a hearing to the statements submitted by those persons present.

7.24.5 The aggrieved person, together with his/her representative, has the right to present his/her
case and give evidence, to summon witnesses, and to cross-examine the other person
and his/her witnesses.

7.2.4.6 The parties have the right to hold a caucus during the grievance investigation.

7.2.4.7 The main points are to be recorded by the Chairperson on the grievance form.

7.2.4.8 If the Chairperson wishes or is obliged to consult with any official structure or person(s)
(depending on the nature and seriousness of the grievance), the Chairperson may defer
the proceedings, pending the finalisation of such consultation, and will reschedule the
grievance meeting as soon as possible after completion of the appropriate consultation.

7.2.4.9 Once all available evidence has been heard, the presiding officer reaches a decision,
which is announced to the parties concerned.

7.2.5. Finalisation of the grievance investigation

7.2.5.1 If a satisfactory solution has been reached, the presiding officer requests that the
aggrieved person and his/her representative indicate their acceptance of the decision by
signing the grievance form in the appropriate space.

7.2.5.2 If a satisfactory solution has not been reached within two working days after the original
grievance investigation, the presiding officer makes a note in the appropriate space on
the grievance form that a solution or agreement could not be reached.
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7.2.5.3 The completed documentation of the grievance investigation may then be referred by
the student to the successive levels until the last level of the grievance procedure has been
reached, at which point the matter is deemed to have been finalised.

7.2.6 Status quo

7.2.6.1 By virtue of this procedure, CUT reserves the right to preserve all practices affecting the
aggrieved student throughout the course of the grievance process.

7.2.6.2 In the case of a successful resolution of any grievance to the benefit of a student, CUT
undertakes to alter the circumstances that led to the grievance, according to the outcome
of the grievance.

7.2.7 Transition of a grievance to disciplinary action

7.2.7.1 If the House Committee member (or any other presiding officer administering the
grievance at any level) determines that disciplinary action should be taken on the
grounds of the particulars of the matter in question, the grievance is bridged in order to
effect a transition to disciplinary action, and the matter is accordingly referred to the
Senior Manager in charge of Student Services.
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CHAPTER 15

TRAFFIC RULES

1. DEFINITIONS

(a) “Driver”: Any person who drives or attempts to drive a vehicle, or who rides or attempts to
ride a motorcycle or bicycle. “Drive” or any similar word with a corresponding meaning is
included herein.

(b) “Owner”: With regard to a motor vehicle, also a co-owner or part owner of that vehicle.
“Property” or any similar word with a corresponding meaning is included herein.

(c) “Pedestrian walkway or pathway”: A path for the exclusive use of pedestrians and on
which no vehicles may be driven.

(d) “Road”: A street on Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) premises normally
used by vehicles, or any other area where a vehicle is normally driven, or an area that has
been exclusively equipped for the purpose of parking vehicles.

(e) “Parking area”: A place exclusively equipped to park a vehicle or a motorcycle or a bicycle,
and which is identified as such by means of a suitable notice-board.

(f) “Officer”: A Protection Services staff member, appointed on behalf of the Council of CUT
to supervise all traffic on the premises of CUT, to organise such traffic, to control it, and to
enforce the traffic regulations as specified by Council.

(g) “Visitor”: An individual who is neither a full-time nor part-time member of staff, nor a full-
time or part-time student at CUT.

(h) “Visitor’s parking disc”: A disc issued to an individual who is neither a member of staff
nor a student, but who visits CUT on a regular basis, who announces his/her visit, and to
whom parking privileges are extended.

(i) “Guest/guests”: A person or group of persons visiting CUT on special invitation and to
whom parking privileges are extended.

(j) “Parking disc”: A disc issued to a staff member, student or visitor to whom parking
privileges on CUT premises (whether in a special parking area or in general) have been
extended, and also the disc displayed on official and emergency vehicles.

(k) “Official vehicle”: For purposes of the enforcement of these traffic regulations, an official
vehicle is a vehicle that is the property of CUT and which, for purposes of these regulations,
is only deemed to be official when it displays a suitable parking disc.

(l) “Bicycle”: Also a cycle, three-wheel cycle or pedal car designed to be powered by means of
human force.

(m) “Council”: The Council of CUT.

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2. PREMISES OF CUT

Section 1

The premises of CUT are private property. CUT staff and students and members of the public
use the roads on CUT premises only with the permission of the Council. Parking regulations
are always in effect, also during orientation, assessments and recess periods. CUT reserves
the right to invoke general law, including the Traffic Act, the Trespass Act and parking
regulations, at its discretion. The general rules of the road as contained in the Traffic Act also
apply to the CUT campus.

Section 2

Any person who disregards the Council’s traffic regulations on the premises is guilty of a
violation, and the Council will take action against such a person. Failure to comply with the
CUT traffic and parking regulations may result in fines, tow-away and storage of the vehicle
at the owner’s risk and expense, as well as the cancellation of parking privileges. Persons
availing themselves of the CUT parking facilities must be in possession of, and clearly
display, a parking permit valid for both date and designated zone.

3. PARKING PRIVILEGES

Section 3

3.1 The following persons may apply for permission to park their
vehicles/motorcycles/bicycles on the premises of CUT:

3.1.1 Staff members associated with CUT;

3.1.2 Students enrolled at CUT;
3.1.3 Any other person to whom Council has extended parking privileges.

3.2 A staff member/student of CUT who at any time wishes to make use of the parking areas or
roads of CUT (irrespective of the period of time) with a motor vehicle/motorcycle (as defined
in section 2 of the traffic regulations of CUT) must register the vehicle or motorcycle
concerned at the Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services Unit during
registration, or at the office of the Deputy Director: Protection Services during the course of
the year. Following the registration of such motor vehicle, a parking disc is issued, which
must be attached to the inside (preferably in the bottom right-hand corner) of the windscreen
of the registered vehicle. In the case of motorcycles, the disc is attached in the same manner
as a licence and third-party disc. Parking areas are designated as zones that can be identified
by signs posted at the entrance to each zone.

3.3 A parking disc entitles the driver of the vehicle concerned to make use of the roads and
parking areas of CUT, as specified on the disc.

3.4 In the case of emergencies or special events, CUT reserves the right to reduce or suspend
parking privileges or services normally provided in some areas.
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3.5 Staff and students must register or reregister their vehicles annually, before or on 15
February, at the Academic Structure and Student Enrolment Services Unit during
registrations and during the year at the offices of the Deputy Director: Protection Services.
Any application for the reinstatement of parking privileges for reasons other than outstanding
fines is to be lodged in writing. Parking privileges shall be reinstated provided that all
outstanding penalties, plus a reinstatement fee of R150-00, have been paid and the period of
any suspension has lapsed.

Section 4

All regulatory signs, warning signs and information signs, as well as roadway lines and
markings that can be displayed in the Republic of South Africa in terms of the uniform Road
Traffic Ordinance, are in force on the premises of CUT, provided that the Council of CUT
can prescribe its own measurements, distances and heights with regard to road signs and the
marking of roadway lines.

Section 5

The roads and parking areas of CUT are private property and individuals enter these areas at
their own risk. CUT therefore accepts no responsibility for any damage to or loss of a vehicle
on CUT premises.

Section 6

No person may make use of the parking areas and/or roads of CUT without the permission
of the Council of CUT or its delegate (Deputy Director: Protection Services).

4. RESPONSIBILITIES OF AUTHORISED PERSONS Section 7

An officer or other authorised person can:

4.1 Make any arrangements with regard to traffic on CUT premises and issue any instruction
deemed necessary, either verbally or in writing, subject to a decision by the Deputy Director:
Protection Services in the case of a difference of opinion with regard to whether such an
instruction should be obeyed;

4.2 Issue a written permit to any person at any time granting him/her permission to park in a
specific or different place on CUT premises;

4.3 Give traffic-directing signals or allow such signals to be given, or make any other
arrangement that is to be complied with;

4.4 Demand the name and address of any person who drives a motor vehicle/motorcycle/bicycle
on CUT premises and who violates a rule. The driver of such motor
vehicle/motorcycle/bicycle is obliged to give his/her name and address to the officer;

4.5 Question any person regarding any information the officer may deem necessary with regard
to a traffic violation that has been committed or which is likely to be committed, and any
person who is questioned as such must divulge to the officer all information in his/her
possession;
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4.6 Order any person who drives a vehicle/motorcycle/bicycle on CUT premises, and who
commits a traffic violation, to stop the vehicle or cycle, and the driver of such a vehicle or
cycle must then immediately bring the vehicle/cycle to a halt;

4.7 Demand from the driver or owner of a vehicle/motorcycle/bicycle any information regarding
his/her vehicle or, if necessary, question anybody else who he/she suspects may have
information, in order to obtain information regarding a vehicle/motorcycle/bicycle, and such
person is then obliged to divulge to the officer all information in his/her possession;

4.8 Demand the driver’s licence of any driver of a vehicle/motorcycle in order to determine
whether such person is capable of driving a vehicle/motorcycle, and such person is then
obliged to show his/her driver’s license to the officer within 21 days.

4.9 No person may obstruct or hinder an officer, or any other person authorised as such by the
Council, in the performance of his/her duties.

4.10 Protection Services officers have has the authority to order the removal of any vehicle
illegally parked on CUT premises.

4.11 The Deputy Director: Protection Services is responsible for investigating accidents involving
vehicles on CUT premises, and any person involved in such an accident must report it
without delay.

5. DRIVING RULES

Section 8

5.1 No person may drive or park a motor vehicle/motorcycle/bicycle on CUT premises, or allow
another person to drive or park a vehicle which:

5.1.1 Is not licensed;

5.1.2 Is not roadworthy;
5.1.3 Does not have a valid parking disc or written parking permit on display.

5.2 A motor vehicle/motorcycle/bicycle that makes an excessive noise or creates a disturbance

is not allowed on CUT premises.

6. PARKING RULES

Section 9

6.1 Except on the instruction of an officer or due to other circumstances beyond the control of
the driver, nobody may stop or park a vehicle/motorcycle/bicycle:

6.1.1 Where it is prohibited to do so by a road traffic sign;

6.1.2 In any place where it constitutes or is likely to constitute a danger or a hindrance to other
traffic;
6.1.3 Where it obstructs or can obstruct other traffic;
6.1.4 Where it hinders or can hinder staff members of CUT in the performance of their duties;
6.1.5 Alongside or opposite any other vehicle on a roadway that is less than nine metres wide.
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6.2 No person may park a motor vehicle:

6.2.1 In conflict with a road traffic sign;

6.2.2 In front of a vehicle entrance;
6.2.3 In front of the entrance to a garage or a carport, except if this is the normal place for the vehicle
to be parked;
6.2.4 In a parking area where the vehicle can hinder the free thoroughfare of traffic entering or
leaving the area;
6.2.5 In a reserved parking area or parking space.

6.3 Bicycles may not be operated on sidewalks, lawn areas or other areas not accessible by motor
vehicles. Bicycles may not be taken into any building, except a person’s room or an approved
storage area. Bicycles must be parked in bicycle racks to promote maximum safety and
security and minimum environmental damage. They are not to be locked, chained or leaned
against handrails, trees, shrubs, bushes or other features of the CUT landscape in a way that
will cause damage to CUT property or interfere with pedestrians or vehicular traffic or the
work responsibilities of CUT employees. Bicycles found in violation are subject to ticketing
and/or impoundment.

6.4 Persons who are granted permission to park a motor vehicle/motorcycle/bicycle on CUT
premises may only park in those places that have been allocated to them.

6.5 Any disabled member of the CUT community or visitor to the campus is afforded primary
consideration when it comes to parking. A Ministry of Transportation: Disabled Persons
parking permit or any other relevant provincial permit/licence is required in this regard.

6.6 A staff member or student who out of necessity has to park in a place other than an allocated
parking area or in conflict with a road traffic sign (such as for medical reasons, etc.), must
obtain prior permission in this regard from the Protection Services Unit.

6.7 A staff member or student or any other person who rides a bicycle may not chain the bicycle
to any fence or pole on CUT premises, and may only use the bicycle racks that have been
provided specially for this purpose.

6.8 Location of disabled/wheelchair parking spaces:

6.8.1 At the Boet Troskie Hall and the parking spaces at the entrances to all faculties.

6.9 Parking spaces for visitors may under no circumstances be used by staff members or
students.
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7. PENALTIES

Section 10

7.1 A spot fine depending on the violation (all fines have been approved by the CUT Council):

Parking in an area without a valid permit for that area and R 20-00 fine only
Parking in a parking area without a valid permit for that area R 20-00 fine only
and date
Failure to align between parking lines R 20-00 fine only
Failure to squarely face the entire concrete verge R 20-00 fine only
Failure to properly display a permit R 20-00 fine only
Failure to obey regulatory signs R 20-00 fine only
Driving in areas other than campus roadways R 20-00 fine only
Failure to yield right of way to pedestrians R 25-00 fine only
Contravening the rules of the road R 25-00 fine only
Unauthorised use of a temporary permit R 25-00 fine only
Exceeding the posted speed limit R 35-00 fine only
Failure to obey the directions of a member of the CUT R 35-00 fine only
support services staff engaged in directing traffic parking
Unauthorised use of the pedestrian zone R 25-00 fine and tow-
Blocking or obstructing traffic, a roadway, sidewalk, fire R 50-00 fine and tow-
hydrant, or building entrance or exit away
Parking in an area designated for the disabled R 35-00 fine, tow-
away and suspension
Furnishing false information to acquire a permit R 35-00 fine, tow-
away and suspension
Using an altered or duplicated permit, or using a permit R 30-00 fine
issued by an unauthorised person or for an unauthorised
vehicle, or using an unauthorised parking disc (not a CUT
Obstructing an entrance R 30-00 fine
Parking on a lawn R 30-00 fine
Parking in a reserved space R 20-00 fine
Reckless and negligent driving R100-00 fine
Disobeying a traffic sign R100-00 fine
Obstructing the flow of traffic R100-00 fine

(*Note) Upon the issuing of this violation tag, the vehicle is subject to towing at the risk and expense of the
violator. CUT is not responsible for any damages to the vehicle as a result of being towed away. Parking
privileges are also suspended unless the violation is successfully appealed.

7.2 A vehicle may be immobilised by means of it being locked in place. The fine must first be paid
before the wheel-lock will be removed (unless otherwise ordered by the Deputy Director:
Protection Services or appointee).

7.3 Any person who feels that he/she has been treated unfairly regarding the imposition of traffic
fines may address a written representation for the amendment or withdrawal of the charge. The
representation is to be accompanied by the notice of the traffic violation and must be addressed
to the Deputy Director: Protection Services within seven days after the issuing of the fine.
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7.4 In addition to any other penalty, a vehicle may be towed away and stored at the owner’s risk
and expense if it is parked in violation of the traffic and parking regulations or if it falls into
one of the following categories:

(a) The vehicle is obstructing traffic flow or parking.

(b) The vehicle is parked in such a manner that rules pertaining to a pedestrian or
emergency area are violated.
(c) The parked vehicle could constitute a safety hazard.
(d) The driver or owner is known to be a habitual offender or is under suspension.
(e) The vehicle is displaying a suspended, lost, stolen or invalid parking permit.
(f) The vehicle is parked on a campus road or walkway system, in a loading area, or in a
landscaped area.
(g) The vehicle is deemed to be abandoned.
(h) The vehicle is parked in a parking area for the disabled, without a valid
permit/licence.

7.5 Persons committing serious traffic violations on CUT premises, such as reckless driving or
driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, will be arrested and handed over to the South
African Police Service (SAPS).

7.6 Notwithstanding any provision in these rules, non-compliance with the traffic rules may
result in formal disciplinary action in accordance with the disciplinary procedures of CUT.
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CHAPTER 16

RULES OF THE PROTECTION SERVICES UNIT

1. GENERAL

1.1 For purposes of the Control of Access to Public Premises and Vehicles Act, Act No. 53 of
1985, the Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) has been proclaimed a
statutory body. In terms of this Act, and for purposes of this Act, CUT is defined as public
premises, and as such it has specific statutory rights and obligations regarding access to CUT
premises and access to vehicles. These rights particularly pertain to the removal, searching
and examining of persons and vehicles on CUT premises.

1.2 The Vice-Chancellor and Principal, in terms of Section 2(2)(g) of the aforementioned Act,
has authorised Protection Services staff to search persons in view of granting access to any
premises or vehicles that are the property of, that are occupied by, or that are controlled by
CUT.

1.3 The Protection Services Unit is obliged to take the necessary steps to secure CUT premises,
vehicles and the contents thereof, and to protect persons of and within CUT. Consequently,
the Protection Services Unit has instructed that access to CUT premises only be granted in
accordance with the following provisions:

(i) No person may enter or gain access to CUT premises without the permission of an
employee of Protection Services, and in view of the granting of such permission, a
Protection Services Officer may require that the person concerned:

(a) furnishes his/her name, address and any other relevant information, as
demanded by the Protection Services Officer;

(b) provides proof of identity to the satisfaction of the Protection Services

Officer;

(c) declares any dangerous object in his/her possession or care or under his/her
control;

(d) declares and shows to the Protection Services Officer the contents of any
vehicle, suitcase, briefcase, bag, handbag, folder, envelope, package or
container of any nature whatsoever in his/her possession or care or under
his/her control;

(e) allows him-/herself and/or anything in his/her possession or care or under

his/her control to be searched by means of electronic or other apparatus in
order to determine the presence of any dangerous object;

(f) submits anything in his/her possession or care or under his/her control to an

authorised officer for examining or safekeeping until he/she has vacated the
premises or the vehicle; and/or

(g) allows a search by a Protection Services Officer in circumstances involving

premises or a vehicle, or a type of premises or vehicle, as determined by the
Minister in terms of a notice in the Government Gazette.
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(ii) If a Protection Services Officer grants such permission in terms of subsection (i),
he/she may do so on condition that the visitor carries some form of proof of
permission.

(iii) Without detracting from the provisions of the Trespass Act (Act No. 6 of 1959), a
Protection Services Officer may at any time remove any person from public premises
or from a public vehicle if:

(a) such a person enters the premises or vehicle concerned without the permission
stipulated in subsection (i);

(b) such a person refuses or neglects to comply with a condition as stipulated in

paragraph (i); and/or

(c) the Protection Services Officer deems it necessary for the securing of the
premises or vehicle concerned, or the contents thereof, or the protection of
the persons thereon or therein.

(iv) If it is not practically feasible to secure or keep on or in the relevant premises or

vehicle anything that may be examined or taken into safekeeping in terms of
subsection (i), such item(s) may be removed to a suitable place for purposes thereof,
as determined by the Chief: Protection Services.

(v) In terms of subsection (i) (g), any search of a female may only be conducted by
another female.

2. DEFINITIONS

2.1 “Campus” refers to the grounds, buildings and property, wherever situated, which are the
property of, or which fall under the jurisdiction or control of, the Council of CUT.

2.2 “Council” refers to the Council of CUT.

2.3 “Driver” refers to any person who drives or attempts to drive a vehicle, or who rides or
attempts to ride a motorcycle. “Drive” or any similar word with an equivalent meaning is
included herein.

2.4 “Guest” or “guests” refers to a person or group of persons visiting CUT on special
invitation and to whom parking rights are extended.

2.5 “Motor vehicle” also refers to a motorcycle or bicycle, as the case may be.

2.6 “Official vehicle” refers to a vehicle that is the property of CUT and which, for purposes of
these regulations, is only deemed official if it displays a suitable parking disc.

2.7 “Parking lot” refers to a place exclusively equipped for the parking of a vehicle,
motorcycle or bicycle, and which is indicated as such by means of a suitable noticeboard.

2.8 “Parking disc” refers to a disc issued to a member of staff, a student or a visitor to whom
parking privileges have been extended on CUT premises, and also to the disc displayed on
official and emergency vehicles.
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2.9 “Pedestrian path” or “footpath” refers to a path for the exclusive use of pedestrians, and
on which no vehicle may be driven.

2.10 “Person” refers to any individual, association, partnership, corporation or any other legal
entity.

2.11 “Protection Services Officer” refers to the Chief: Protection Services of CUT or any other
Officer appointed to this unit.

2.12 “Street” refers to any road or avenue situated on the campus of CUT, and which is used or
meant to be used by motor vehicles, irrespective of whether such road or avenue is a private
or public road.

2.13 “Visitor” refers to any person who is neither a part-time or full-time member of staff, nor a
part-time or full-time student at CUT.

2.14 “Visitor's parking disc” refers to a disc issued to a person who is neither a member of staff
nor a student, but who visits CUT regularly, who announces his/her visits, and to whom
parking privileges have been extended.

3. CHIEF: PROTECTION SERVICES

3.1 A Protection Services facility, consisting of appointed Officers of this section and the Chief:
Protection Services at CUT, has been established at university level. This Protection Services
Unit is responsible for law enforcement and fire control on campus.

3.2 The Chief: Protection Services and all Protection Services Officers are responsible for
maintaining peace and order on campus, and are authorised to reasonably order any person to
cease or to refrain from any disturbance of the peace. No person may interfere with any
Officer or obstruct him/her in his/her attempts to keep the peace, and no person may refuse
to obey any orders of such an Officer in this regard.

3.3 The Chief: Protection Services, or a person acting in this capacity, appoints a properly
qualified Traffic Officer. The Traffic Officer exercises the applicable authority and fulfils
duties in accordance with the prevailing traffic rules and safety practices, in a manner that
best serves the interests of CUT. The Traffic Officer gives traffic orders that specify the
approved or established rules and regulations. Such traffic orders must comply with the
requirements of the National Traffic Code in all respects.

3.4 The Protection Services Unit of CUT is authorised to make provision for the impounding of
any vehicles on the premises of CUT, in co-operation with the South African Police Services
(SAPS)’ Vehicle Theft Unit and Visible Policing Division.

3.5 The Protection Services Unit of CUT is authorised to make arrangements for the removal of
abandoned vehicles in a suitable manner.

4. APPOINTMENT

4.1 The Council expressly appoints the Chief: Protection Services to authorise and appoint, at
his/her discretion, another person as a Protection Services Officer, with the responsibility of
issuing notices of parking violations and serving summonses for civil violations with regard
to the illegal parking of motor vehicles on campus.
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4.2 A person appointed in this manner is thereby authorised and empowered to strictly enforce
the CUT traffic rules on campus.

5. OTHER VIOLATIONS

In terms of CUT’s rules, an employee or student may not commit or cause any act that impairs
the administration, discipline or effectiveness of CUT, and may not permit or be present
during the commission of any such act.

Since every employee and student are expected to behave in a manner that befits their
portfolio, and since every employee and student are expected to obey the rules and
regulations of the institution, it is considered necessary to explain which forms of conduct
inter alia have a bearing on the above-mentioned rules.

6. FIRE PROTECTION

The Chief: Protection Services and all Protection Services Officers, in close co-operation
with Occupational Health and Safety, are responsible for controlling any fires on campus,
and for instituting reasonable rules and regulations to minimise the threat of fire. No person
may interfere with or obstruct any Officer who is conducting fire-control duties, and no
person may disregard the instituted fire protection rules. No person may tamper with any
fire-fighting equipment or notices, unless in an emergency situation. The stipulations of this
paragraph are also applicable to vehicle accidents.

7. LOST PROPERTY

The Protection Services Unit is responsible for the collecting and safekeeping of forgotten,
lost and found, and stolen and recovered articles on campus. The Chief: Protection Services
keeps record of such articles, and establishes regulations and procedures for the identification
of the owners and the return of such articles, and for the orderly disposal of unclaimed and
perishable articles in accordance with the CUT rules. The Chief: Protection Services, as the
agent of the finder, may hold in safekeeping any article found on campus in view of its return
to the lawful owner, and any such article that is not claimed may be returned to the finder in
accordance with CUT policies and laws.

8. OFFENDERS

The Chief: Protection Services and all Protection Services Officers are expressly authorised
to remove offenders from the campus or a part thereof, and to prohibit them from entering the
campus or a part thereof, and no person may disregard any order of any such officer given
in accordance with this authorisation.

9. MENTALLY ILL PERSONS

The Protection Services Unit, under the direction of the Chief: Protection Services, is
authorised to take into protective custody any person who is apparently mentally ill and who
poses a danger to him-/herself, any other person(s) or property. The Protection Services Unit
may detain any such person until he/she can be released into the care of a suitable public or
private institution or a responsible family member.
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10. PROTECTION OF CIVIL RIGHTS

The Protection Services Unit, under the direction of the Chief: Protection Services, lends
support to all persons in terms of protecting and defending their constitutionally guaranteed
civil rights.

11. DEMANDING OF IDENTIFICATION

The Protection Services Unit, under direction of the Chief: Protection Services, is responsible
for protecting persons and property on campus from unlawful acts by persons who are on
campus without permission or reason. In meeting this responsibility, the Chief: Protection
Services and all Protection Services Officers may take steps to determine the identity of
persons who are found on campus outside normal hours of use of such areas, or in reasonably
disturbing circumstances, in order to protect the safety of persons and property. The Chief:
Protection Services and all Protection Services Officers have the authority to remove from
campus any person unable to identify him-/herself or explain his/her presence, and/or who
is unable to prove that there is no reason to believe that his/her presence constitutes a threat
to persons or property on campus.

12. IMPOUNDING OF MOTOR VEHICLES

The Protection Services Unit has the authority to make arrangements for the impounding of
motor vehicles on the CUT campus.

13. SAFETY VIOLATIONS

(a) Assault: No person may threaten another person who is conducting lawful activities
on campus with physical violence, nor may any person assault any other person or
threaten his/her safety or welfare.

(b) Buildings: The Vice-Chancellor and Principal or a designated person has the
authority to issue rules, regulations and/or orders that authorise, limit or prohibit the
use of buildings on campus in a way that supports the objectives, programmes and
policies of CUT, with the aim of protecting persons and property on campus, and no
person may disregard any such rule, regulation or order.

(c) Camping: No person may build, erect or occupy any tent, trailer, lean-to or any other
temporary shelter on campus, except with the express permission of the Vice-
Chancellor and Principal or a designated person.

(d) Computers and other equipment: No person may intentionally, and without proper
authorisation, gain access to and/or change, damage or destroy a computer system,
computer network or software programme, or the data in a computer, computer
system or computer network. No person may use any CUT computer equipment
and/or software and/or any other CUT equipment, whether owned or rented by CUT,
for purposes of personal financial gain and/or for reasons not related to any legitimate
academic work, unless such use coincides with a contractual arrangement concluded
prior to the use of such equipment and in which provision is made for suitable
remuneration to CUT; or in cases where such use involves a breach of any contractual
agreement between CUT and the sellers or renters of equipment or software, or
computer network organisations. No person may, without proper authorisation and/or
for personal use, use computer equipment or programmes in order to gain access to
and/or copy information or records that are the property of CUT.
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(e) Destruction of property: No person may intentionally destroy, disfigure or damage

any CUT property or the property of any other person on campus.

(f) Dumping and littering: No person may dump or otherwise dispose of any waste,
rubbish, refuse or waste material of any nature on campus, except in the containers
provided by CUT for this purpose at specific places on campus. Such CUT containers
are intended only for the disposal of CUT-generated waste material. The disposal of
personal waste material (e.g. domestic waste, furnishings, equipment or building
materials) in CUT containers or in any other place on campus is expressly forbidden.
No person may drive a truck or any other vehicle that transports goods or materials
on campus if a possibility exists that a portion of or the entire contents may fall off,
be blown off or escape in any other way, or that may result in rubbish or refuse
finding its way onto the campus in any manner whatsoever.

(g) Fires: No person may light or permit open fires on campus, except under the
supervision of, or with the permission of, the Chief: Protection Services or a
designated person.

(h) Fire alarms and emergency equipment: No person may raise a fire alarm or any other
emergency alarm, except in cases where he/she has received reasonable information
or has reason to believe that a fire or other emergency situation does indeed exist,
necessitating the raising of such an alarm. No person may tamper with, damage or
disregard an alarm system or other emergency equipment.

(i) Fraud: No person may write, fabricate, forge, copy, alter or falsify the signature of
any other person on any CUT record, document or identification form with the
intention of using such document, record or identification form for an improper or
unlawful purpose. No person may deliberately possess or use such falsified or altered
documentation.

(j) Gambling: No person may participate in any unlawful gambling activities under any
circumstances that are in conflict with the provisions of the Statute or any applicable
CUT policy.

(k) Locks: No person may possess or make duplicates or have duplicates made of any
key, card or unlocking device with the aim of locking or unlocking any lock or
locking mechanism used or maintained by CUT, without the permission of the Vice-
Chancellor and Principal or a designated person.

(l) Misrepresentation: No person may unlawfully pass him-/herself off as a student or

employee of CUT. No person may, for improper or unlawful purposes, give a
misrepresentation of his/her identity.

(m) Pets: No person who owns or controls any dog, cat, other pet or any other animal may
allow such animal to be on campus without a leash to keep it in check, unless the
animal is in a cage or other enclosure that protects persons legally on campus from
contact with such an animal, provided that this section is not applicable to nature
programmes established on campus with the permission of the Vice-Chancellor and
Principal or a designated person. It is unlawful for any person in charge of any animal
on campus to neglect to pick up and remove the excrement, manure or solid waste of
any such animal from the developed areas or gardens, and to dispose of such waste
in a suitable manner.
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(n) Picnics: No person may hold a picnic on campus, except in places designated as
picnic spots, unless otherwise authorised by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal or a
designated person.

(o) Plants: No person may damage, cut, pick or disfigure any tree, shrub, flower or herb,
or remove any identifying sign or label from it, unless in accordance with proper
garden landscaping, forest management, capital improvements or approved research
and learning programmes of CUT, or unless otherwise authorised by the Vice-
Chancellor and Principal or a designated person.

(p) Sales and advertising: No person may sell any goods on campus, or advertise goods,
wares, commercial goods or services as being for sale, or take orders and enter into
contracts for such sales, unless so authorised by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal or
a designated person. Identifying information, such as the name of the person, entity
or organisation, contained in or on such goods, is deemed grounds for a refutable
assumption that such a person, business entity or organisation is responsible for
distribution on campus.

(q) Signs: No person may put up a sign, placard or advertisement in any place other than
the noticeboards or other places designated by CUT for such use, and this must be in
accordance with CUT procedures. Identifying information, such as the name of a
person, entity or organisation, contained in or on such goods, is deemed reasonable
grounds for a refutable assumption that the person, business entity or organisation is
responsible for distribution on campus.

(r) Smoking: No person may smoke in an area where smoking is prohibited by means of
signs erected in accordance with CUT policy and government statutes, or in areas
where it would be dangerous to smoke.

(s) Telephones: No person may use any telephone or other communication apparatus to
harass, offend or disturb any other person, and no person may make threats over the
telephone or use rude, immoral or derogatory language over any telephone or
communication apparatus. No person may use any telephone or other communication
apparatus to summon emergency services as some type of prank or when such
services are not required.

(t) Theft: No person may use, take or remove the property of any other person or any
CUT property without permission.

(u) Occupation: No person may enter the campus or remain on the campus without
proper authorisation or on lawful invitation, and no person may remain on campus
after he/she has lawfully been instructed to leave the campus.

14. ALCOHOL

(a) Unlawful use of alcohol: No consumption, sale or possession of alcohol is permitted

on campus, unless written permission has been received from the Chief: Protection
Services in accordance with the policies and procedures of CUT.

(b) No person under the age of 18 years may possess and/or consume alcohol on
campus.
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(c) No person may supply alcohol to another person on campus under the age of 18
years.

(d) No person may possess, consume or distribute alcohol on campus, unless otherwise
determined by this section. The lawful possession and responsible consumption of
alcohol is permitted under the following circumstances:

• during scheduled activities approved by CUT, at campus facilities that have been
properly licensed for the consumption of alcohol, subject to the rules applicable to
such facilities; and

• during activities at another venue if the Vice-Chancellor and Principal or a

designated person has given specific written permission for the consumption of
alcohol during the activity, and if a special liquor licence is in force at the venue.

It is considered an offence if a person is intoxicated on campus and acts in a manner

that threatens the health and safety of another person or property, or creates a
disturbance that disrupts the normal and uninterrupted use of the campus.

(e) Driving of a motor vehicle: No person may drive a motor vehicle while under the
influence of alcohol.

15. DISORDERLY CONDUCT

(a) Meetings in conflict with the Regulation of Gatherings Act (1996): No person may,
in conflict with the Act, meet with others on campus in a manner that causes a
disturbance, noise, riot, obstruction, or the disruption of the free, normal and
uninterrupted use of the campus for learning programmes, business activities, and
residence-related food services and recreational activities.

(b) Unlawful individual activities: No person may, either individually or with others,
participate in activities that hinder the free movement of persons on campus or that
interfere with such movement, or that obstruct the free, normal and uninterrupted use
of the campus for learning programmes, business activities, and residence-related
food services and recreational activities. Furthermore, no person may intimidate,
harass, threaten or attack any other person engaged in lawful activities on campus.

(c) Conduct during activities: No person may disrupt any authorised activities before an
audience on campus, including concerts, stage productions, lectures, scientific
demonstrations, sporting events and similar activities, or interfere in such activities
by making a noise, displaying signs, holding demonstrations, throwing or dropping
objects, mounting the stage, running onto the field, entering the area in which such
an activity is taking place, or in any other manner.

(d) Public events: No person may gain access to any concert, music recital, lecture,
dance, sporting event or any other activity in a manner that is in conflict with the
rules or requirements for entry as determined by the sponsors, or in the absence of a
ticket when one is required.
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(e) Loitering: No person may loiter on campus. Circumstances that can be taken into
account when determining whether such caution is justified include the person
fleeing when a Protection Services Officer makes an appearance, and a person
refusing to identify him-
/herself or deliberately trying to hide or conceal some or other object. Except in cases
where the person flees or some or other circumstance makes it practically impossible,
a Protection Services Officer, before arresting a person for an offence in terms of this
section, should give the person an opportunity to prove that there is no reason for more
caution than would otherwise be justified, by asking for identification and an
explanation of the person's presence and conduct.

16. DRUGS AND WEAPONS

(a) Drugs: No person may possess, use, sell or manufacture illegal drugs, narcotics or
banned substances on campus, except where otherwise permitted by law.

(b) Weapons and explosives: No person may possess a gun or any other firearm,
dangerous object, weapon, explosive or fire-raising apparatus on campus, without the
permission of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal.

(c) Chemical or gas-releasing apparatus: No person may possess any illegal chemical or
gas-releasing apparatus or dangerous chemical, biological or radiographic substance
on campus with the aim of using such substance to injure, attack or threaten any other
person.

(d) Confiscation: All Protection Services Officers are authorised and obliged to confiscate
any object or substance found on campus, or in the possession of a person, in conflict
with these regulations.

(e) Possession by Protection Services Officers: The stipulations of this document will
not serve to prevent a Protection Services Officer or other police officer from
carrying a weapon or other form of law-enforcement equipment on campus.

17. PROMULGATION OF PROCEDURES, RULES AND REGULATIONS

17.1 Standards for regulations: Any and all procedures, rules and regulations promulgated by the
Vice- Chancellor and Principal or a designated person, or the Chief: Protection Services,
designated in terms of these rules, must comply with the following requirements:

• such rules must be reasonably associated with the health, safety and welfare of persons
and property on campus;
• such rules and regulations may not be discriminatory or arbitrary in nature, or be
applied in such a manner;
• such rules and regulations must support the programmes offered at CUT, and may not
be in conflict with the orderly management of the affairs of CUT; and
• no such rule may deprive any person of any constitutional rights.

17.2 Procedure for approval: Procedures, rules and regulations for general application may be
approved by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal or a designated person, or by the Chief:
Protection Services. Such rules and regulations must appear in written form in one or more
public places on campus at the time they are approved, and a volume of all such rules and
regulations must be kept at the Office of the Secretary of Council and the offices of the
Protection Services Unit at CUT.
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17.3 Ad hoc rules and regulations: Any rule and regulation established by the Vice-Chancellor
and Principal or a designated person, or the Chief: Protection Services, in accordance with the
authority delegated by means of these ordinances, and that is directly imparted to any person,
either verbally or in writing, by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal or a designated person or
the Chief: Protection Services, will be deemed effectively applicable to such a person.

18. DISCIPLINE

Any violation of these ordinances may be referred for disciplinary action in terms of the
rules and regulations of CUT.
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CHAPTER 17

RESIDENCE RULES

The residence rules are available on request from the Manager: Residences, as well as from the
Manager: Institutional Regulatory Code (IRC) and Compliance (Room 107, ZR Mahabane Building;
Tel.: 051- 5073045).

10.1.3.3 SECTION 3 – Application for accommodation and placement in a residence, as well as suspension thereof

1. General information, rules and conditions

1.1 Only students who have been accepted academically by the Central University of
Technology, Free State (CUT) and who have received written confirmation of such academic
acceptance from CUT may apply for accommodation in a residence. This is inclusive of
students who arrive in January and have not received written confirmation. Such students
should present their enrolment forms or confirmation of such academic acceptance from the
relevant faculty.

1.2 Applications for residence accommodation by students who have not been accepted
academically will not be considered.

1.3 The date of payment appearing on the deposit slip is presumed to be the date of signing of
the application form, and placements will be made strictly according to this date. For students
who have approved bursaries/loans, the date of the Student-Accounts stamp is presumed to
be the date of signing of the application form.

1.4 A copy of the bank deposit slip/CUT receipt as proof of payment of the application fee
must accompany the application form, otherwise the application will not be processed or
considered. The student must keep a certified copy of the deposit slip in a safe place.

1.5 Placements will be made according to the date of payment indicated on the deposit slip/date
of the Student-Accounts stamp, subject to the following conditions:

1.5.1 If no accommodation is available, students will be placed in residences in accordance with a

waiting list. It is the responsibility of students to maintain contact with Residence Life, at
telephone number (051) 507 3158 during working hours, in this regard.

1.6 The residence application fee will only be refunded in cases where a student’s name appears
on the waiting list, but CUT is unable to provide accommodation for that student in a CUT
residence.

2. Finance

2.1 Accommodation fees do not include meals.

2.2 Bursary holders must produce their sponsor’s letter of confirmation, clearly indicating that
accommodation is covered by the bursary, failing which no placement will be made.
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2.3 Accommodation fees do not include house levies.

3. Placement

3.1 A student who has applied for residence accommodation, but who fails to report to the
residence within FOUR days after the date of enrolment, forfeits his/her place automatically
and without further notice. Students who will be late must inform the Residence Manager in
question or Residence Life accordingly within the said four days to avoid forfeiting their
place.

3.2 Students who have already applied and whose names appear on the list of the relevant
residence must report to the residence ONE day prior to the official enrolment date.

3.3 Senior students living in residences and applying for the next year have preference as far as
placement is concerned, up until 30 August of the previous year. Senior students who have
not applied for residence accommodation prior to the aforementioned date are placed with
new senior students and first-years students in order of the date of payment appearing on the
deposit slip. Senior students living in residences and applying for the second semester have
preference as far as placement is concerned, up until 30 April of the current year.

4. Exclusions

4.1 CUT may deny a student admission or re-admission to a residence for the following reasons,
which do not constitute an exclusive category, and in accordance with the applicable rules:

4.1.1 misconduct in the residence, if a student is found guilty thereof in a disciplinary hearing;

4.1.2 causing trouble in the residence; and/or

4.1.3 non-payment of an account.

The House Committee has the right to veto the placement of a student in a residence.
However, any right of veto that is exercised has to be properly accounted for, and such a right
of veto is only valid if it is approved by the Residence Manager. The right of veto must be
exercised with the greatest discretion and responsibility.

4.2 Students who are denied residence accommodation on the grounds specified above may
lodge an appeal with the Registrar within the allotted period of time and in the format as
determined in the applicable rules.

5. Indemnification of CUT

CUT accepts no responsibility for any claims that may arise from any injury/illness incurred
by a student, and/or damage/detriment a student may suffer as a result of any event, incident,
theft, accident, injury, illness or death arising from a student’s accommodation in a residence,
or as a result of a student’s participation in any tour/excursion/visit or transportation that may
take place during such a student’s period of accommodation in the residence, and the student
hereby accordingly indemnifies CUT and exempts it from any liability in this regard.
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6. Termination of residence accommodation

Students wishing to suspend their residence accommodation must complete the cancellation
form (currently form LS 150) in triplicate, in accordance with the provisions of the applicable
rules. These forms are available from Residence Life. The forms must be completed and
signed by the Residence Manager before being submitted by the student to Academic
Structure and Student Enrolment Services in case of a residence and academic
termination, and at Residence Life if it is only a residence termination.

7. Responsibilities: Residents

Residents will be responsible/accountable for any damage/loss of any CUT property in their
rooms and/or the property in the residences at large.

8. Rules, regulations, policies, procedures, etc.

The information contained in this section does not constitute an exclusive category, and is to
be read in conjunction with the approved applicable rules, regulations, policies and
procedures, etc. of CUT.
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CHAPTER 18

TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE CENTRAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY,

FREE STATE (CUT)’S STUDENTS’ REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL (SRC)

PREAMBLE

The students of the Central University of Technology, Free State (hereinafter referred to as “CUT”)
are committed to promoting a non-racial and non-sexist democratic society, as envisioned by of the
Terms of Reference of the Republic of South Africa.

The Students’ Representative Council (hereinafter referred to as “the SRC”) will act as the primary
student governing body on all matters of student governance falling within its jurisdiction. The SRC
is determined to instill and foster a culture of learning, tolerance and understanding within the
University community, and is committed to supporting all efforts geared towards responding to the
country’s socio-economic challenges, which require intense and conscious programmes geared
towards sustainable development.

The SRC will strive to:

• promote and embrace the vision and mission of CUT;

• uphold the University’s code of conduct and core values, namely customer service, integrity,
diversity, innovation and excellence;
• ensure that the fundamental right of access to education is restored, protected and preserved; and
• build a strong, disciplined and committed SRC leadership.

1. DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

In these Terms of Reference, any word or expression to which a meaning has been assigned by the
Higher Education Act, (Act No. 101 of 1997), as amended (hereinafter referred to as “the Act”), shall
have the same meaning as in the Act, unless the context indicates otherwise:

“Academic Calendar Days”: All days excluding recess and weekends

“the Act”: The Higher Education Act (Act No. 101 of

1997) as amended.

“Amendment”: Any alteration effected to 2 (TWO) or less provisions

of this
Term of Reference.

“Appoint”: To assign or designate to someone an office or function.

“Campaign Period” The period which nominees shall be allowed to

campaign for elections before the Election Day.
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“Code of Conduct for committee members”: The Code of Conduct for members of the
Council,
standing committees of Council, Senate, standing
committees of Senate, the Mancom, and any other
official committee of CUT. The Code of Conduct shall
be applicable to the SRC, unless the context indicates
otherwise.

“Council”: The CUT Council, which is the highest governing

body of CUT as contemplated in CUT Statute.

“CUT”: The Central University of Technology, Free State;

“Days”: All calendar days including Saturdays, Sundays and

public holidays.

“Domestic Rules”: Any rules established by the SRC which seek to regulate
the relationship between the SRC and the student
populous.

“Election Day”: the date the elections are scheduled to take place.

“Employee”: any academic or a support service person employed

by CUT, excluding an independent contractor, who is
employed
at CUT on a full-time or part-time basis, in a permanent
or temporary capacity, and who receives, or is entitled to
receive, any remuneration, a House Committee member,
an SRC member or external Council member.

“Executive Committee”: The Executive Committee of the SRC, composed and

elected
in terms of these Terms of Reference.

“Faculty Student Representatives”: Class and faculty representative structures, as

regulated in
accordance with “Schedule F”.

“General Student Meetings”: All meetings involving the general student populous
excluding mass meetings.
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“Institutional Forum”: The Institutional Forum (IF) of CUT.

“Majority”: 50% (FIFTY PER CENT) plus ONE of the SRC

members present at a meeting of the SRC.

“Mancom”: The Management Committee of CUT.

“Mass meeting”: A meeting of CUT students, organised and

conducted by the SRC in accordance with these Terms
of Reference.
“Months”: Calendar months.

“Nominate”: The action of submitting names for election in accordance

with these Terms of Reference.

“Organisational Report”: A report on how the SRC performed as a

structure of
governance and management of student matters.

“Party agent”: CUT students who are identified by their own

organisation to ensure that the voting and counting
procedures during elections are free and fair.

“Political Report”: A report on the state of institutional politics regarding

student matters. It provides an overview of current
affairs directly or indirectly affecting the youth,
students and potential students in respect of higher
education.

“Revision”: An entire overhaul review of every clause, including

the underlying principles.

“Rules”: The institutional rules of CUT, formulated in terms

of Section 32 of the Act.

“Standard Rules of Order for The Standard Rules of Order as approved by the
Council,
Committee Members”: which are applicable to the SRC.
“Sabbatical/Secretary-General": The person elected to the portfolio of Student
Sabbatical,
and who, for the duration of his/her term, serves as the
Secretary-General of the SRC, and who complies with
all other requirements as contained in these Terms of
Reference.

“Semester”: ONE half of a calendar year, approved by the Council

on the recommendation of Senate, for the academic
activities of CUT.
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“Sports Council”: The Sports Council of CUT, as regulated in

terms of

“Schedule H”.

“SRC”: The Students’ Representative Council of CUT,

as democratically elected by CUT students in terms of
these Terms of Reference.

“SRC Code of Conduct”: The CUT-approved Code of Conduct of the CUT

SRC, as
outlined in “Schedule A”.

“SRC meeting”: Any meeting scheduled in accordance with these

Terms of Reference.

“Statute”: The institutional Statute of CUT.

“Student”: A person registered for a formal qualification at CUT.

“Student activities”: All academic and extracurricular activities of CUT.

“Student organisations”: Any officially registered and recognised students’

formation
duly functioning within CUT, which is solely intended
to address the diverse aspirations of students at an
academic, social, religious and political level.

“Student Parliament”: The body of student leaders, elected from all

recognised
structures, who meet to discuss University matters that
affect the students, and who serves as an advisory body
to the SRC, as regulated in terms of “Schedule D”.

“Student Services Council”: The statutory body that reports to the CUT, in
accordance
with Section 27(3) of the Act.

“Residence and Accommodation Forum”: The Student Residence and Accommodation Forum of
CUT,
as regulated in terms of “Schedule G”.

“Valid student card”: The latest endorsed student card that is acceptable to
CUT.

“Vice-Chancellor and Principal”: The Chief Executive and Accounting Officer of CUT,
And the person who is responsible for the
management and administration of the University.
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1.1. Unless otherwise indicated in these Terms of Reference, if a quorum or required majority of
votes is expressed as a mathematical fraction, and it happens that the consequent quorum or
majority is not an integral number, the next greater integral number shall constitute the
quorum or majority of votes.

1.2. In these Terms of Reference, unless there is something in the context that repudiates such
construction, words denoting the masculine gender or singular number shall be construed to
include the feminine gender and plural number, respectively, and vice versa.

1.3. Interpretation: The correct interpretation of these Terms of Reference is vested with the
Registrar of CUT.

1.4. In so far as a provision has been made or duty placed, in terms of these Terms of Reference,
on the Manager: Governance and Student Life (Bloemfontein), in the absence of an
equivalent provision for the Welkom Campus, the duty will vest with the Deputy Manager:
Welkom Campus.

2. PURPOSE

2.1. The SRC has been established in order to ensure that communication with all students occurs
through a representative student body, and that such representative student body pledges to
uphold the pursuit of academic freedom at CUT.

2.2. The Terms of Reference of the SRC serves the purpose of outlining the details and the
procedural implementation of aspects of the Act (as amended) and the Statute of CUT with
regards to the establishment and composition, manner of election, term of office, functions
and privileges of the SRC.

3. OBJECTIVES OF THE SRC

3.1. To represent the interest of the students in a manner that is not bias, prejudicial or
discriminatory in any form.

3.2. To ensure that communication with all students occurs through a representative student body,
and that such a representative student body pledges to maintain high standards of academic
excellence, thus upholding the pursuit of academic freedom at CUT.

3.3. To ensure that students understand their rights with regard to voting and nominating students
for the election of the SRC.

3.4. To support the development of good student governance by encouraging student

participation in various student structures.

3.5. To enhance and promote debate amongst students, thus creating a culture of openness and
tolerance.

4. COMPOSITION

4.1. The SRC shall consist of not more than 25, and not fewer than 11 members.
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4.2. The Sabbatical of the SRC shall act as Secretary at the meetings of the SRC.

4.3. The SRC comprises of the following:

4.3.1 Bloemfontein campus:

4.3.1.1 Campus President;

4.3.1.2 Deputy President;
4.3.1.3 Sabbatical/Secretary-General;
4.3.1.4 Finance Officer;
4.3.1.5 Academic Officer;
4.3.1.6 Constitution and Legal Affairs Officer;
4.3.1.7 Sports Officer;
4.3.1.8 Public Relations Officer;
4.3.1.9 Residence and Accommodation Officer;
4.3.1.10 Health and Welfare Officer;
4.3.1.11 Projects and Campaign Officer;
4.3.1.12 Student Affairs Officer;
4.3.1.13 Equity and Diversity Officer; and
4.3.1.14 Transformation Officer.

4.3.2 Welkom campus:

4.3.2.1 Campus President;
4.3.2.2 Deputy President;
4.3.2.3 Sabbatical/Secretary-General;
4.3.2.4 Finance Officer;
4.3.2.5 Academic and Transformation Officer;
4.3.2.6 Sports and Culture Officer;
4.3.2.7 Public Relations Officer;
4.3.2.8 Health and Welfare Officer;
4.3.2.9 Constitution and Legal Affairs Officer;
4.3.2.10 Projects and Campaign Officer;
4.3.2.11 Residence and Accommodation Officer; and
4.3.2.12 Student Affairs Officer.

4.4 The Executive Committee of the SRC comprises of the following:

4.4.1 Bloemfontein campus:

4.4.1.1 Campus President;

4.4.1.2 Deputy President;
4.4.1.3 Sabbatical/Secretary-General;
4.4.1.4 Finance Officer; and
4.4.1.5 Academic and Transformation Officer.

4.4.2 Welkom campus:

4.4.2.1 Campus President;

4.4.2.2 Deputy President;
4.4.2.3 Sabbatical/Secretary-General; and
4.4.2.4 Finance Officer.
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4.5 The functions and responsibilities of the portfolios provided above are outlined in
"Schedule C".

5 FUNCTIONS

5.1 Pursuant to the functions of the SRC as contained in Section 8 of the CUT Statute, the
SRC:

5.1.1 is the highest body of authority amongst students, and agreements between the SRC
and the Council shall be binding on all students;

5.1.2 acts on behalf of CUT only with prior approval of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal;

5.1.3 represents, co-ordinates and promotes students’ interests, and shall be accountable at all
times to the student mass;

5.1.4 must uphold the pursuit of academic freedom, which includes the following:

5.1.4.1 preserving and promoting the best interests of CUT, and the student community in
particular;

5.1.4.2 performing all duties and responsibilities as agreed upon in meetings of the SRC,
within the rules, policies, codes of conduct and procedures of CUT;

5.1.4.3 respecting and upholding the Constitution and the SRC Code of Conduct, regulated
in terms of "Schedule A" of these Terms of Reference;

5.1.4.4 protecting and promoting the good image of the SRC at all times;

5.1.4.5 enhancing unity and co-operation amongst students;

5.1.4.6 managing societal and organisational life on campus, and rendering assistance,
where necessary;

5.1.4.7 convening all general student meetings on campus;

5.1.4.8 remaining subject to the final authority of the Council at all times;

5.1.4.9 promoting an environment conducive to the holistic development of CUT students,

in accordance with the policies, rules, codes of conduct and procedures of CUT;

5.1.4.10 representing students when involved in discussions with CUT, when serving on any
committee of CUT, and during public appearances;

5.1.4.11 establishing structures, systems and domestic rules as may be necessary for students
to articulate and express their opinions on all matters to be dealt with by the SRC on
behalf of the students, provided that any such structure established by the SRC shall
report to the SRC only, and shall have no official CUT status; provided further that
the constitutional authority of the SRC is not inhibited in any way, and that the
institutional policies, rules, regulations, procedures and codes of conduct of CUT are
respected and adhered to at all times;
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5.1.4.12 further allocating the budget for all student structures in consultation with the
Registrar of CUT or his/her nominee;

5.1.4.13 operating on a non-discriminatory basis, and facilitating a culture of tolerance, peace

and reconciliation amongst students;

5.1.4.14 adhering to, and ensuring the implementation of the approved language policy of
CUT in all documents and activities of the SRC; and

5.1.4.15 promoting the transformation of CUT in accordance with the vision of CUT, and
assisting, where possible, in the effective implementation of all resolutions of, but not
limited to, the Council and official authoritative managerial structures, committees,
bodies, where such resolutions are applicable to students.

5.2 As the SRC is not a legal entity, and with due regard to the CUT Statute, the SRC shall have
no contractual capacity or legal competence of any nature on behalf of CUT. However, as a
body mandated by all students, upon registration at CUT, to act on their behalf, and in
accordance with the CUT Statute, any agreement between the SRC and CUT shall be legally
enforceable.

5.3 The budget of the SRC shall be administered by CUT, as part of CUT's central budget, and
in accordance with the financial policies, procedures and rules of CUT. No funds in the SRC
budget may be used without the prior written approval of the Registrar or his/her nominee.
No request for permission to use funds shall be submitted to the Registrar of CUT before the
SRC Finance Officer, the SRC President and the SRC Sabbatical/Secretary-General have
been consulted.

5.4 The outgoing SRC members shall be held individually and collectively accountable for all
financial irregularities during their terms of office.

5.5 Any recommendation to the Registrar of CUT for the expenditure of funds in the SRC budget
must be made in writing, after a two-thirds majority resolution has been passed in this regard
by the SRC.

5.6 The SRC shall present recommendations with regard to the SRC budget for the next financial
year to the Registrar of CUT on a date and at a time as indicated by the Registrar of CUT.

5.7 Money collected through fundraising efforts, as approved by CUT, or any other form of
income generated by the SRC or any student organisation, must be handed over to CUT, and
shall be dealt with in accordance with the policies, procedures, rules, regulations, etc. of CUT.
No such funds or income shall be paid out to any member of the SRC or a student
organisation.

5.8 A financial statement, which must be a true reflection of the state of the SRC’s financial
affairs, shall be submitted by the SRC to the Registrar of CUT at the end of the SRC’s term
of office.

5.9 At every scheduled SRC meeting, a report must be submitted regarding the SRC’s use of
funds from the SRC budget, and such a report shall be available at any time for inspection by
any student, as well as by the Registrar of CUT.
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5.10 SRC members shall receive honoraria as determined by CUT from time to time, and such
honoraria may be withheld by CUT if the SRC or a particular SRC member has failed to act
in accordance with these Terms of Reference and the Code of Conduct, provided that the
provision of such honoraria does not imply that the SRC or any member of the SRC is an
employee of CUT.

5.11 For purposes of the implementation of the CUT Statute, the SRC may arrange, facilitate and
co- ordinate student affairs on campus, as authorised in writing by the Registrar of CUT.

5.12 No SRC member other than the President may act as the official SRC spokesperson without
the prior approval of the SRC, and no media statements may be made in the name of the SRC
without the prior approval of the Registrar of CUT, provided that all media statements are
made with due regard to the policies, procedures, rules and regulations of CUT.

5.13 The SRC shall liaise with the Student Parliament, where the Student Parliament will act as
an advisory body to the SRC. The debate of the Student Parliament will be guided by the
Code of Conduct for the Student Parliament, as regulated by "Schedule E".

5.14 The SRC President: Bloemfontein Campus and SRC President: Welkom Campus shall both
represent the students on the CUT Council and other institutional structures of CUT:

5.14.1 internally; and

5.14.2 externally with the prior approval of the Registrar of CUT.

5.15 The SRC President: Bloemfontein Campus and SRC President: Welkom Campus shall both
serve as Council members until the end of December of the applicable year.

5.16 Members of the SRC are committed, collectively and individually, to:

5.16.1 protect, promote and maintain the honour of CUT and its students;

5.16.2 at all times, act with due regard to the principles of fairness, justice, respectability,
unity, dignity and equity;

5.16.3 assist in the protection of the basic human rights of all students;

5.16.4 execute resolutions of the SRC, and shall be held accountable to the SRC and the student
mass;

5.16.5 strive for co-operation and communication between the students and other constituencies
within CUT, and assisting in the co-ordination of activities that are of common interest to
CUT and the students; and

5.16.6 perform the duties and functions as allocated to them by the SRC.

6 DELEGATIONS

6.1. The SRC may not delegate any accountability with regard to the functions and
responsibilities of the SRC, as stipulated in these Terms of Reference.
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6.2. The SRC may delegate responsibility for the execution of any function of the SRC, as
stipulated in these Terms of Reference, to any one or more SRC members, on the conditions
decided upon by the SRC at an SRC meeting. Full reports on such delegated responsibilities
must be put before the next SRC meeting.

6.3. The Executive Committee of the SRC shall have the following delegated powers, which may
be withdrawn at any time by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal or by a majority decision of
the SRC, either wholly or in part:

6.3.1. to effectively and efficiently exercise those powers delegated to it by the SRC;

6.3.2. to establish and select standing or portfolio committees, which shall be chaired by non-
Executive members of the SRC, in terms of the Terms of Reference;

6.3.3. to attend to the day-to-day administration of the SRC in representing student matters
and interests;

6.3.4. to report regularly to the SRC and the Registrar of CUT with regard to its activities, and
to promptly provide the SRC and the Registrar of CUT with the minutes of all
meetings;

6.3.5. to promote effective communication within its own ranks, as well as with the SRC,
established committees and subcommittees;

6.3.6. to administer all funds received, in accordance with the policies, procedures, rules and
regulations of CUT;

6.3.7. to prepare and present quarterly and annual reports on all the activities performed
during its term of office;

6.3.8. to keep comprehensive minutes of all its meetings, and to submit these, as official
minutes, to the SRC;

6.3.9. to ensure maximum distribution or sharing of responsibilities (division of labour)

amongst members in order to effectuate broad representation and participation by each
member of the SRC; and

6.3.10. to receive quarterly reports from all SRC members on all their activities, and submit
these to the responsible staff member at Student Services, as well as to the Registrar of
CUT.

6.4. Where an SRC member has been appointed to represent the SRC on an official managerial or
governing committee of CUT (including any official board/Council/Senate/working group),
such a member shall represent the SRC on such a committee with full delegated powers,
provided that the person's appointment has been executed and performed in accordance with
the procedures stipulated in the CUT Statute, or by a majority vote of the SRC. An SRC
member representing the SRC on such a committee must provide full reports on the activities
of the committee at every SRC meeting.
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7. ELIGIBILITY AND ELECTION OF SRC MEMBERS

7.1. To be eligible for nomination as a candidate for the SRC, the candidate must:

7.1.1. identify and associate himself/herself with the mission and vision of CUT;

7.1.2. be a full-time registered student at CUT;

7.1.3. not have been previously found guilty and convicted of an offence by CUT or a court
of law;

7.1.4. not have been found guilty of a serious misconduct by CUT or any higher education
institution;

7.1.5. have been a student for a minimum of THREE semesters;

7.1.6. have passed at least 60% (SIXTY PERCENT) of his/her registered credit-bearing
subjects in the previous year (in the case of year-course students) or semester (in the
case of semester students) at CUT, and, once elected, such a member will have to
maintain the 60% (SIXTY PERCENT) pass rate for all such subjects obtained during the
exam period ending in the academic year following elections, and such standard should
be maintained for the duration of his/her term in office;

7.1.7. not be undergoing any practical training exceeding ONE month for any part of the
period referred to in terms of paragraph 7.1.2; and

7.1.8. SRC members who meet the eligibility requirement may be re-elected, and may serve
for a total of TWO consecutive terms.

7.2. To be eligible to be nominated as a candidate for Sabbatical/Secretary-General, the following

applies:

7.2.1. The candidate must be in possession of at least a BTech or any postgraduate

qualification.

7.2.2. The term of office of the Sabbatical/Secretary-General shall extend from January to
December of the applicable year. The SRC President: Bloemfontein Campus and SRC
President: Welkom Campus shall both serve as Council members until the end of
December of the applicable year.

7.2.3. The Sabbatical/Secretary-General of the SRC shall suspend his/her studies for the
duration of the year in question to occupy the office full time.

7.2.4. The candidate shall not have been previously found guilty and convicted of an offence by
CUT or a court of law.

7.3 The procedure for the election of SRC members is outlined in "Schedule B" of these Terms of
Reference
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8 ELECTIONS

8.1 Nominations must be signed by EIGHT students with the right to vote, and must be
countersigned by the nominee.

8.2 A student shall have the right to vote if, and so long as he/she is registered as a full-time/part-
time year or semester student for a learning programme at CUT, as on the day of the election,
or is undergoing practical training, and he/she has paid the minimum required fees.

8.3 The system of election of the SRC shall be that of non-proportional representation (NPR).
Therefore, any student shall be eligible to stand and contest for a position in the SRC as an
individual student.

8.4 Any election of the SRC shall be conducted by secret ballot.

8.5 The Vice-Chancellor and Principal or his/her nominee may, after consultation with the
existing SRC, outsource the management and co-ordination of the SRC election to a
reputable supplier, to be selected and appointed in terms of CUT’s policies, procedures, rules
and regulations to determine the outcome of such election.

8.6 Following the election process, all successful candidates who are to serve on the SRC shall
be required to complete a performance tool and/or performance indicator, as developed by
CUT from time to time, and which performance tool/indicator shall be used to review the
performance of an SRC member as and when necessary.

9 MEETINGS

9.1 The Standard Rules of Order and the Code of Conduct for Committee Members are
applicable to the SRC, unless inconsistent with the context of, and/or unless otherwise
stipulated in, these Terms of Reference.

9.2 Except during official CUT holidays, the SRC shall convene a meeting at least once every
21 days, including Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. The meetings shall be scheduled
in advance by the Sabbatical/Secretary-General in the official Year Programme of CUT,
which shall be provided by the Sabbatical/Secretary-General to every SRC member at the
beginning of his/her term of office. Members shall be notified by the Sabbatical/Secretary-
General of the date, time, venue and agenda of every meeting at least 48 hours prior to such
meeting, in the form of a letter.

9.3 An urgent SRC meeting may be convened by the Sabbatical/Secretary-General on instruction

of the SRC President or the Executive Committee, or on the written request of any FOUR
members of the SRC. Members shall be informed in writing by the Sabbatical/Secretary-
General of the date, time, venue and agenda of the urgent meeting at least 12 hours prior to
such a meeting.

9.4 The agenda of an SRC meeting shall be compiled in consultation with members of the SRC,
and documents and matters referred by the Registrar to the SRC for comments or action must
be placed on the agenda of the next SRC meeting.
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9.5 50% (FIFTY PER CENT) plus ONE of the SRC members in office shall constitute a quorum.
If a quorum is not constituted, the meeting shall be postponed and rescheduled.

9.6 Absence from an SRC meeting, as scheduled in the CUT Year Programme, may constitute
misconduct if no valid reason for such absence can be provided in writing to the Registrar of
CUT or his/her nominee.

9.7 Decisions of the SRC shall be taken by means of a majority of votes, where each SRC
member who is entitled to vote represents ONE vote.

9.8 All decisions taken at SRC meetings must be executed before the subsequent meeting is
convened.

9.9 The Sabbatical/Secretary-General of the SRC shall ensure that minutes of the proceedings of
each SRC meeting are kept, and that they are made available to SRC members and the
Registrar of CUT within SEVEN days after the conclusion of the meeting.

9.10 The minutes of an SRC meeting shall be tabled for approval at the next ordinary SRC meeting,
and thereafter signed by the Chairperson of the previous meeting. The minutes thus approved
and signed shall be made available at the reasonable request of any interested party within
FIVE days after approval thereof.

9.11 A student who is not an SRC member may attend a meeting of the SRC after submitting a
formal letter at least SEVEN days prior to the meeting, requesting approval to attend such a
meeting. Once approval has been granted by the SRC, he/she shall only have such speaking
rights as decided upon by the SRC.

10 MASS MEETINGS

10.1 The SRC may convene a mass meeting in compliance with the policies, procedures, rules and
regulations of CUT.

10.2 Notice of the date, time and venue of a mass meeting, as well as the proposed agenda, shall
be given to the Registrar of CUT, and shall be placed on all CUT noticeboards at least
SEVEN days prior to such a meeting, provided that the Registrar may condone a shorter
notification period if valid grounds exist.

10.3 The SRC shall hold at least ONE mass meeting per semester during their term of office.

10.4 The SRC President shall deliver a Political Report; the SRC Sabbatical/Secretary-General
shall deliver an Organisational Report; and the SRC Finance Officer shall deliver a Financial
Report at the mass meeting of the SRC.

10.5 The SRC President or, in his/her absence, a person appointed by the SRC by a majority vote,
shall chair a mass meeting. The Sabbatical/Secretary-General of the SRC shall act as Secretary
at a mass meeting.

10.6 Unless inconsistent with the context, CUT’s Standard Rules of Order and Code of Conduct
shall apply at all mass meetings.
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10.7 If the SRC receives a written request for a mass meeting, signed by at least 1 000 students,
and accompanied by a written motion for consideration by the meeting, the SRC may, in
consultation with the Registrar of CUT, and in compliance with the policies, procedures,
rules, regulations, etc. of CUT, convene a mass meeting, provided that only the matter that
necessitated the meeting shall be discussed at such a mass meeting; provided further that
disciplinary measures may be taken against the students who requested such a meeting if
such students should fail to attend the subsequent mass meeting.

10.8 An attendance of 5% (FIVE PER CENT) of all CUT students shall constitute a quorum at a
mass meeting.

10.9 If a quorum is not constituted at the meeting, the President shall postpone and reschedule the
mass meeting.

10.10 A resolution shall be adopted by a majority of votes of the students present, except in the case
of motions of no confidence, which shall be passed by a TWO-THIRDS majority of the votes
of the members present at the mass meeting.

10.11 As a mass meeting has decision-making powers, resolutions passed at a mass meeting shall
be regarded as mandates to the SRC.

10.12 At the subsequent SRC meeting, the resolutions of the mass meeting shall be discussed by the
SRC, and the matters shall be dealt with in accordance with the functions of the SRC.

10.13 The Sabbatical/Secretary-General of the SRC must make the draft minutes available to the
students by means of publication on the noticeboards, and must submit the draft minutes to
the Registrar of CUT, within SEVEN days after the mass meeting. The notice must also
indicate the agenda of the next SRC meeting.

10.14 Minutes of the mass meeting shall be confirmed as the first item on the agenda at the
subsequent SRC meeting. Students who were present at the particular mass meeting have
speaking and voting rights during the approval of the minutes of the mass meeting, after
which such students shall be excused from the SRC meeting.

10.15 The minutes of a mass meeting during which a motion of no confidence was tabled shall be
submitted to the subsequent meeting of the student masses for approval, and shall thereafter
be signed by the Chairperson. Students who were present at the general meeting in question
have speaking and voting rights during the approval of such minutes. The minutes thus
approved and signed shall be the only official account of the proceedings of the relevant
meeting, and shall be available at the reasonable request of any interested party within
SEVEN days after the approval of the minutes.

10.16 The Sabbatical/Secretary-General of the SRC shall keep a register of all resolutions of mass
meetings, as well as copies of all documents considered by the students during a mass
meeting, and this register, including the documents, shall be available at the reasonable
request of any interested party.

11 RIGHT TO VOTE
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11.1 A student as defined in these Terms of Reference and the CUT Statute may vote during mass
meetings and SRC elections if, and so long as he/she is registered as a full-time/part-time
year or semester student for a learning programme at CUT as on the day of the election, or
he/she is undergoing practical training, and he/she has paid the minimum required fees.

11.2 There shall be no right to vote by proxy.

11.3 The President of the SRC shall have an ordinary and deciding/casting vote at SRC meetings
only.

12 SUSPENSION OF MEMBERSHIP

12.1 The membership of any member of the SRC shall be automatically terminated if:

12.1.3 he/she is no longer a student at CUT;

12.1.4 he/she submits a written resignation to the Registrar of CUT;

12.1.5 he/she fails to attend THREE consecutive meetings of the SRC, unless the reasons
provided for his/her absence are considered to be valid by the Registrar of CUT;

12.1.6 his/her term of office expires;

12.1.7 he/she has been found guilty of a criminal offence, with no option of a fine, in a criminal
court;

12.1.8 he/she does not meet any of the eligibility requirement in terms of paragraph 5; and

12.1.9 a disciplinary committee of CUT imposes a penalty to the effect that the member is expelled
from the SRC.

12.2 If a member of the SRC is found guilty of misconduct by a disciplinary committee of CUT,
such a student’s membership to the SRC may be suspended permanently or temporarily,
depending on the gravity of the misconduct, as ruled by the disciplinary committee. Any
alleged violation of
the student rules by an SRC member must therefore be dealt with in accordance with the
official disciplinary rules, policies and procedures of CUT.

12.3 Where the SRC and/or Registrar of CUT becomes aware that an SRC member is in breach
of any of the provisions contained in paragraph 12.1, the Registrar must inform the relevant
SRC member in writing of the reasons for the automatic suspension of the services of an
SRC member.

12.4 Any alleged violation of the Code of Conduct for Committee Members must be investigated
in accordance with the procedures as stipulated in the Code of Conduct for Committee
Members, unless otherwise decided by the Registrar. Thereafter, the SRC may, by way of a
majority vote, refer such alleged violation for disciplinary investigation, which may, amongst
other possible penalties, result in the expulsion of the SRC member.
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12.5 Any alleged violation of the Standard Rules of Order for Committee Members must be dealt
with in accordance with the stipulations of the Rules of Order for Committee Members,
unless otherwise decided by the Registrar. The President of the SRC may refer persistent
violation of the Standard Rules of Order by an SRC member for disciplinary investigation,
which may, amongst other possible penalties, result in the expulsion of the SRC member.

13 VACANCIES

13.1 When a vacancy arises in the SRC, for whatever reason, the candidate who secured the
second- highest number of votes for such a vacant portfolio during the election will be
appointed to the SRC to fill the vacancy, provided that such a candidate accepts the
appointment to the SRC, and that he/she meets all the eligibility requirements in terms of
paragraph 7.

13.2 In the event that the candidate who secured the second-highest number of votes is unable to
occupy such a position, for whatever reason, the person who secured the third-highest
number of votes will be appointed to the SRC to fill the vacancy, provided that he/she accepts
the appointment, and that he/she meets the eligibility requirements in terms of paragraph 7.

13.3 In the event that no candidate, as stated in paragraph 13.1 and 13.2 above, is available or
eligible to fill the vacancy, the Election Commission shall be requested to hold a by-election
to fill the vacancy, and shall do so within a period of FOUR weeks (excluding weeks falling
in examination or recess periods) of being requested to do so, and provided further that no
by-election shall be held after 1 June of every calendar year, unless more than 50% (FIFTY
PER CENT) of the SRC members have vacated office.

13.4 When a vacancy arises, as contemplated in paragraphs 13.1 to 13.3 above, the Executive
Committee of the SRC must inform the Student Development Officer of the vacancy. The
Student Development Officer must also inform the Manager: Governance and Student Life
(Bloemfontein) and/or the Deputy Manager: Welkom Campus of the vacancy.

14 RESHUFFLING

14.1 The Executive Committee of the SRC may propose to reshuffle the portfolios of SRC
members by way of recommendation, in writing, to the SRC, for purposes of optimum
performance of the SRC, and which recommendation must be based on, but not limited to,
the following considerations:
14.1.3 poor performance in respect of a member’s portfolio;

14.1.4 failure to contribute to mass student development, as envisaged by the CUT Statute;

14.1.5 promotion of self-development whilst serving as a member of the SRC; and

14.1.6 failure to meet any performance tools or performance indicators, as developed by

CUT from time to time.

14.2 The Executive Committee must provide its recommendation(s) in writing to the SRC within
SEVEN days of reaching its decision to propose a reshuffle.
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14.3 The Executive Committee must convene a meeting of the SRC within TWO days of
submitting its recommendation(s) to the SRC, where a final decision of the SRC must be
made by a majority of its members present regarding the proposed reshuffling.

14.4 Should the majority of the SRC agree to a reshuffle, the Sabbatical/Secretary-General of the
SRC must, through the Office of the Student Development Officer, inform the Manager:
Governance and Student Life (Bloemfontein) and/or the Deputy Manager: Welkom Campus
of the proposed reshuffling within SEVEN days of the SRC’s decision to reshuffle the
respective SRC portfolios.

14.5 The Manager: Governance and Student Life (Bloemfontein) and/or the Deputy Manager:
Welkom Campus must, through the Office of the Deputy Registrar: Student Services, inform
the Registrar of the decision of the SRC to reshuffle its portfolios, and must keep the
Registrar abreast of the process to unfold.

14.6 The Student Development Officer, in consultation with the Manager: Governance and Student
Life (Bloemfontein) and/or the Deputy Manager: Welkom Campus, must oversee and/or
preside over the reshuffling process, and, in so doing, assess the reason(s) for the decision to
reshuffle against the considerations listed in terms of paragraph 14.1 above.

14.7 The reshuffling of any portfolios within the SRC may only take place after 1 March, but by no
later than 1 June, of every calendar year.

15 PORTFOLIO RESPONSIBILITIES

15.1 SRC members shall be collectively and individually responsible for the proper
implementation of, and adherence to these Terms of Reference. To this end, the SRC must
divide tasks and responsibilities amongst its members in a manner compatible with these
Terms of Reference, and resolutions in this regard shall always be passed by way of a
majority vote.

15.2 The Sabbatical/Secretary-General of the SRC shall keep and update an index of the tasks and
responsibilities of each SRC member, as listed in accordance with "Schedule C", and must
make this list available to every member of the SRC, as well as to the Registrar of CUT.

15.3 The functions and responsibilities of each of the portfolios of the SRC are outlined in
"Schedule C".

16 INTERNAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION

In the event of any dispute arising between SRC members in connection with the functions of
the SRC, as described in these Terms of Reference, the members shall comply with the
provisions of the following dispute-settlement procedure:

16.1 Declaration of dispute (Step 1)

The aggrieved member(s) shall declare the dispute in writing to the Dispute Resolution
Committee of the SRC. Such a notice shall set out the nature of the dispute, as well as the
proposed date and arrangements for a dispute meeting.
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16.2 Answering statements (Step 2)

Unless otherwise agreed upon by the members, the answering member(s) shall serve the
aggrieved member(s) with an answering statement, responding to the allegations in the
statement of dispute, within FIVE days of receipt of the notice of a dispute. They shall also
set out a statement of their position in relation to the solution desired, and the proposed
arrangements for the dispute meeting.

16.3 Meeting of the members (Step 3)

The members shall meet within FIVE working days after the answering statement has been
received by the aggrieved member.

Further meetings of the members may be held, if deemed necessary, and by mutual
agreement between the parties to the dispute.

16.4 Further dispute-settlement options (Step 4)

(a) If, at the aforesaid or any subsequent meeting, the members are unable to resolve the
dispute, any party may refer the dispute for either mediation or arbitration, in which case
the Registrar shall act as mediator/arbitrator.

(b) Disputes regarding the interpretation of the SRC Terms of Reference shall be referred
to the Registrar. If the dispute is not resolved, the matter will be referred to Mancom.
If Mancom is unable to resolve the dispute, the matter will be referred to the Executive
Committee of Council.

(c) Disputes pertaining to matters of policy and principle, as contained in these Terms of
Reference, shall be settled by the SRC by means of a majority decision, subject to the
approval of the Registrar.

(d) The Registrar or his/her nominee shall monitor, facilitate and ensure the smooth
settlement of any dispute, in accordance with the procedures specified in this paragraph
(paragraph 16).

16.5 Composition of the Dispute Resolution Committee

(a) The SRC Deputy Presidents from both the Bloemfontein and Welkom campuses shall
serve as members of the Dispute Resolution Committee of the SRC of each campus,
and shall be guided by the SRC’s Code of Conduct.

(b) The Sabbatical/Secretary-Generals from the Bloemfontein and Welkom campuses

shall chair the Dispute Resolution Committee.

(c) The Constitution and Legal Affairs Officers from both campuses shall be members of
the Dispute Resolution Committee, and shall be responsible for the initiation of the
dispute- resolution proceedings, and the facilitation of the procedures stipulated in this
paragraph (paragraph 16).
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(d) The Student Development Officer: Student Governance (Bloemfontein) and Student
Development Officer: Student Life (Welkom) shall form part of the Dispute Resolution
Committee at the individual campuses.

(e) In the event that the procedures stipulated in this paragraph are initiated against a
member of the Dispute Resolution Committee, then that member shall be replaced by
a temporary member, as elected by the Manager: Governance and Student Life
(Bloemfontein campus) and/or Deputy Manager: Welkom Campus.

17 DISSOLUTION

Council has the authority to dissolve the SRC.

18 AMENDMENT AND REVIEW OF THE TERMS OF REFERENCE

18.1 With due regard to the Act and the CUT Statute, any proposed amendment or addition to,
or deletion from, these Terms of Reference must be considered at an SRC meeting.

18.2 After consultation with the SRC, the Registrar of CUT refers the Terms of Reference to
Council for approval.

18.3 The SRC Terms of Reference will be reviewed after every five years, at the consent of the
Registrar, or earlier by way of notice to the Registrar, informing him/her of the need for
premature review.

19 REGULATIONS, RULES AND PROCEDURES

Regulations, rules and procedures to bring expression to certain clauses in the Terms of
Reference could be developed as an addendum to the SRC Terms of Reference.

20 RELATED DOCUMENTS

20.1 CUT Statute;

20.2 CUT Standard Rules of Order;
20.3 CUT Code of Conduct for Committee Members;
20.4 CUT language policy;
20.5 Schedule A-H; and
20.6 Annexure 01-02.

21 COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The Registrar is the Compliance Officer.

22. RESPONSIBLE OFFICER

The Deputy Registrar: Student Services is the Responsible Officer.

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SCHEDULE A: CODE OF CONDUCT OF THE SRC

In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this schedule and the SRC Terms
of Reference, the provisions of the SRC Terms of Reference shall prevail.

1. PURPOSE OF A CODE OF CONDUCT

1.1 The purpose of this Code of Conduct is to contribute to the development of high ethical
standards within the SRC. Whilst the Code contains rules, its values and principles should
underpin the behaviour of SRC members.

1.2 An awareness, understanding and adherence to the Code are thus important to enhance
professionalism, and help to ensure confidence in the SRC.

1.3 The Code is intended to complement and reinforce, rather than replace, the principles of
the SRC stated in the Terms of Reference.

2. VALUES AND PRINCIPLES

The terms values, ethics and conduct are often used interchangeably. In order to minimise
misunderstanding of the terminology used in this Code, the following definitions will apply:

• Ethics: What ought to be the ideals of what is just, good and proper.
• Values: The commonly held beliefs that guide judgement about what is
good and proper, and from which ethical principles derive,
• Code of Conduct: The rules that translate ideals and values into everyday practice.
• Conduct: The actual behaviour and actions of members.

Certain values and principles, such as integrity, impartiality, political consciousness, transformation,
discipline, freedom of association and freedom of thought, have always been part of the ethical
standards of the student movement. Values reinforce each other, and provide the basis for a stronger
ethical culture. Rules also play a role in safeguarding ethical standards, as they will govern aspects
of SRC members’ behaviour. Rules play a crucial role in guiding one’s conduct, and where rules
have been put in place, they must be adhered to.

2.1 Responsiveness and impartiality

The SRC exists to, inter alia, promote, protect and advance the interests of all students,
regardless of, but not limited, to race, class, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religion,
age, political affiliation or ideology, and to give effect to the policies of the SRC. Decisions
made, or seen to be made, must be impartial, and must be free from any direct or indirect
discrimination and/or prejudice.

2.2 Accountability

Accountability is fundamental to good governance, and is one of the essential elements of

ethical administration and conduct. The perception of the student body on the state of the SRC’s
governance and administration is principally determined by whether the SRC is seen to
account for its actions.
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2.2.1 SRC members:

2.2.1.1 must adhere to laws of the country, and the policies and rules of the SRC, and must not
pursue their own interests;
2.2.1.2 are accountable for the quality of their dealings; and
2.2.1.3 are required to deal equitably, justly and responsibly with all students and student groups.

2.3 Leadership

It is of the utmost importance that a culture of ethical behaviour is manifested in the SRC, and
that SRC members exhibit the highest ethical standards in carrying out their duties. In this
regard, SRC members must provide leadership in the area of ethics and understanding the
Code of Conduct.
The SRC should treat all people they interact with fairly, and with courtesy and sensitivity.

2.4 Communication

Effective communication is vital to enable the effective planning, organising and performing
of the SRC’s activities.

It is important to note that members of the SRC may only communicate with the media if they
are authorised to do so in terms of the SRC Terms of Reference and the policies of the
institution. A member must thus not release information to the public if she/he does not have
the necessary authority to do so.

SRC members who make public comments in their personal capacity must make it clear that
they act in their personal capacity. When making such comments, they must avoid using their
position as SRC members or using confidential information for personal gain, and as such
putting the SRC or CUT in a position of harm and disrepute.

Members of the SRC shall not engage themselves in hate speech, or utter racist, sexist, insulting
and disparaging remarks about individuals or organisations. Any member who engages in
behaviour referred to above shall be brought before the disciplinary committee.

2.5 Management of misconduct

An ethical culture cannot be developed in an environment where there is no effective

mechanism for the detection, investigation and institution of misconduct.

Prompt and decisive disciplinary action should be seen as a means of reinforcing high
standards. Action in this regard can demonstrate to the student body and the general public
that the SRC is committed to eliminating unethical conduct.

2.6 Confidentiality of official information

A fundamental rule on the use of official information is that members of the SRC must not
disclose any official information to any persons unless they are acting:

i. in the course of their official duties;

ii. with the authority of the SRC in terms of the SRC Terms of Reference or CUT Statue;
or
iii. for any other lawful purposes.
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SRC members should not misuse information gained in their official capacity in seeking to
take advantage for personal reasons. They should take care to maintain the highest integrity
and secrecy with regards to the official information/documents for which they are responsible.

2.6 Disciplinary code and procedures

The primary purpose of the disciplinary code is to promote mutual respect between members
of the SRC, and to avert and correct unacceptable conduct. The disciplinary code applies
equally to all SRC members.

3. PRINCIPLES OF DISCIPLINE

The following principles inform the disciplinary code and procedures of the SRC:

3.1 discipline is a corrective measure, and not a punitive one;

3.2 discipline must be applied in a prompt, fair and consistent manner;

3.3 if a member of the SRC commits misconduct that is also a criminal offence, the criminal
disciplinary procedure shall continue as separate procedures; and

3.4 disciplinary proceedings do not replace or seek to imitate court proceedings.

4. ACTS OF MISCONDUCT

The code recognises one category of misconduct by members of the SRC.

4.1 General offences

An SRC member found guilty of the offences listed below will be guilty of having
committed a general offence, and will be subject to a disciplinary enquiry:

4.1.1 rowdy and aggressive behaviour;

4.1.2 abusive and disrespectful behaviour to other members and/or office bearers;

4.1.3 gossiping maliciously to sow disharmony within the SRC;

4.1.4 intentionally and maliciously sabotaging the activities of the SRC;

4.1.5 deliberately acting on behalf of other organisations, groups or persons to the detriment
of the SRC;

4.1.6 wilfully and intentionally destroying the organisational infrastructure or capacity of the
SRC;

4.1.7 wilfully and intentionally creating divisions within the ranks of the SRC;

4.1.8 behaving dishonestly in respect of the property of the SRC;

4.1.9 wilfully disclosing confidential information of the SRC;

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4.1.10 behaving in such a way as to provide serious divisions and a breakdown of unity in the
SRC;

4.1.11 persistently and without cause undermining the respect for, or impeding the functioning
of, the structures of the SRC;

4.1.12 engaging in organised factional activity that goes outside the recognised norms of free
debate in a manner that threatens the unity of the SRC;

4.1.13 negligent disregard of SRC and CUT property;

4.1.14 interfering and disrupting the orderly functioning of the SRC; and

4.1.15 any negligent behaviour that harms or threatens to harm the SRC and/or its members.

5. DISCIPLINARY ENQUIRY

i. A formal inquiry constituted by the SRC Executive should be held.

ii. The Sabbatical/ Secretary-General shall be the Chairperson of the disciplinary
hearing.
iii. The SRC Executive must appoint someone to investigate the allegations, and to lead
the evidence in a hearing.

5.1 Notice of enquiry

5.1.1 An accused member must be given notice of the charges being levelled against him/her
at least FIVE working days before the date of the hearing.

5.1.2 The member must sign receipt of the notice. If the member refuses to sign receipt of the
notice, it must be given to the member in the presence of a fellow member or student
who shall sign in confirmation that the notice was conveyed to the member.

5.2 The written notice of the disciplinary hearing must contain the following:

5.2.1 a description of the allegations of misconduct, and the main evidence on which the
SRC will rely;

5.2.2 details of the time, place and venue of the hearing; and

5.2.3 information on the rights of the member to be represented by a fellow member or

student, and to bring witnesses to the hearing.

6. CONSTITUTING A DISCIPLINARY COMMITTEE

The Disciplinary Committee (DC) shall be convened as follows:

6.1 Secretary-General, who shall be the convener and Chairperson of the DC;

6.2 Central President, who shall be the Deputy Chairperson of the DC;
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6.3 two campus Presidents, delegated by the SRC; and

6.4 Constitution and Legal Affairs Officer.

7. CONDUCTING THE DISCIPLINARY HEARING

7.1 The disciplinary hearing must be held within TEN working days after the notice of enquiry
is delivered to the member.

7.2 In terms of the Terms of Reference, the Sabbatical/Secretary-General shall chair the
disciplinary hearing.

7.3 If the member wishes, he/she may be represented in the hearing by a fellow member or
student.

7.4 In a disciplinary hearing, neither the SRC, nor the member, may be represented by a legal
practitioner.

7.5 If the member fails to attend the hearing, and the Chairperson concludes that the member
did not have a valid reason for such absence, the hearing may continue in the member’s
absence.

7.6 The Chairperson must keep a record of the notice of the disciplinary hearing, and of the
proceedings of the meeting.

7.7 The Chairperson will read the notice for the record, and will start the hearing.

7.8 The designated representative of the SRC will lead evidence on the misconduct leading to
the hearing. The accused member or his/her representative may question any witness
introduced by the designated representative of the SRC.

7.9 The accused member will be given an opportunity to lead evidence. The designated
representative of the SRC may question the witnesses.

7.10 The Chairperson and members of the DC may ask any witness questions for clarification
purposes.

7.11 Before deciding on a sanction, the Chairperson and DC must give the member an opportunity
to present relevant circumstances in mitigation. The designated representative of the SRC
may also present aggravating circumstances.

7.12 If the DC finds the member guilty of misconduct, the Chairperson must inform the member
of the finding, and of the reasons for it.

7.13 The Chairperson must communicate the final outcome of the hearing to the member and
the SRC at large within TEN working days after the conclusion of the disciplinary enquiry.

8 Sanctions

A member of the SRC who is guilty of a general offence may be sanctioned by the SRC as
follows, depending on the extent of the offence:
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8.1 corrective counselling;

8.2 verbal warning;

8.3 written warning;

8.4 final written warning;

8.5 a minimum fine of R50.00 (FIFTY RAND) and a maximum fine of R200.00 (TWO
HUNDRED RAND);

8.6 loss of SRC privileges, and exclusion from activities and official functions of the SRC; and

8.7 suspension from occupying the SRC’s office.

Corrective counselling or reprimand shall be in the presence of fellow members. The objective
of a reprimand shall not be to humiliate the person, but to remind him/her and the entire
membership of the standards expected of SRC members, and to reinforce a sense of unity and
shared values in the SRC.

If the disciplinary hearing finds a member to have committed misconduct by committing a

serious or grave offence against the SRC, the case shall be referred to the Registrar, via
institutional channels.

9 Appeal

9.1 A member who has been found guilty of an offence shall have the right to appeal to the
Deputy Registrar: Student Services.

9.2 A member must submit an appeal to the Office of the Deputy Registrar: Student Services
within TEN working days of receiving the formal decision of the DC.

9.3 In the appeal, the member must state the following:

9.3.1 the decision being appealed;

9.3.2 the reasons for the appeal, together with supporting documentation; and

9.3.3 the remedy being sought.

9.4 The Office of the Deputy Registrar: Student Services must finalise the appeal of the member
within TEN working days of receipt of the appeal.
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SCHEDULE B: ELECTORAL REGULATIONS

In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this schedule and the SRC Terms
of Reference, the provisions of the SRC Terms of Reference shall prevail.

TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1

Purpose and objectives of the regulation

CHAPTER 2

Appointment and composition of the commission

CHAPTER 3

Functions of the commission

CHAPTER 4

Appointment and duties of party agents

CHAPTER 5

SRC Model of Elections

CHAPTER 6

Registration of student political organisations

CHAPTER 7

Nominations and withdrawals of candidates

CHAPTER 8

Voting procedures
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CHAPTER 1: PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES

1.1 Purpose

These regulations serve to regulate the activities of students, student organisations,

independent candidates, and Independent Electoral Commission (IEC)/private service
providers during CUT SRC elections.

1.2 Objectives

These regulations intend to strengthen constitutional democracy and transparency, and to

promote democratic electoral processes.

CHAPTER 2: APPOINTMENT AND COMPOSITION OF THE COMMISSION

2.1 Appointment of an Independent Electoral Commission (IEC)

The Vice-Chancellor and Principal or his/her nominee, in consultation with the SRC in office,
shall annually procure the services of an independent service provider to administer SRC
elections.

2.2 Composition of the independent service provider

The service provider shall be constituted similarly to the internal structure of the IEC of South
Africa, in concurrence with CUT.

2.3 Appointment of the Logistical Support Team (LST)

The LST will account to the Manager: Governance and Student Life (Bloemfontein), who
shall be responsible for the administration of resources relating to elections.

2.4 Composition of the LST:

2.4.1 SRC President (not standing for elections);

2.4.2 SRC Sabbatical/Secretary-General; and

2.4.3 ONE representative from the Office of the Manager: Governance and Student Life
(Bloemfontein).

CHAPTER 3: FUNCTIONS OF THE INDEPENDENT SERVICE PROVIDER

3.1 The duties of the independent service provider include, inter alia, to:

3.1.1 facilitate and manage the SRC election process in its entirety, in accordance with these
election regulations;

3.1.2 co-opt students not running for election or CUT staff members, as and when it deems it
necessary;
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3.1.3 determine other election logistics, such as designing ballot papers, ballot boxes and
voting compartments; appointing election officials; and educating voters;

3.1.4 maintain a voters’ roll, as provided by CUT;

3.1.5 ensure and promote conditions that are conducive for free and fair elections, and make a
declaration at the end of the election process, declaring/announcing whether or not the
elections were free and fair;

3.1.6 declare the election results within the period specified in these regulations, unless
expressly prohibited thereto by a court order from the High Court;

3.1.7 develop an SRC Election Programme of Action;

3.1.8 compile and maintain a register for parties contesting elections;

3.1.9 promote co-operation between students, electorates and student organisations;

3.1.10 inform students running for elections that disputes must be submitted in writing; and

3.1.11 fairly adjudicate disputes that may arise from or between parties contesting elections
expeditiously.

3.2 Duties of the Presiding Officer

3.2.1 The Presiding Officer is accountable to the Provincial Head of the IEC of South Africa
or his/her nominees, and his/her duties are, inter alia, to:

3.2.1.1 co-ordinate and supervise voting at the polling station;

3.2.1.2 represent the IEC Provincial Head/head of the service provider at the polling
station;

3.2.1.3 ensure that voting is conducted in a free, fair and orderly manner;

3.2.1.4 ensure a steady movement of voters through the polling stations;

3.2.1.5 record objections by voters, agents and observers;

3.2.1.6 report any disturbance to the Provincial Head/head of the service provider, after
consultation with the Registrar;

3.2.1.7 record voter turnout during specified time slots; and

3.2.1.8 perform any other duty as the Provincial Head may determine and allocate.

3.3 Duties of the LST

3.3.1 Set up the election office on the CUT campus.

3.3.2 Compile a schedule of election activities.

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3.3.3 Meet with the officials of the IEC/service provider to explain the election process.

3.3.4 Facilitate the marketing of the election on campus.

3.3.5 Provide support in obtaining and advertising the voters’ roll.

3.3.6 Distribute nomination forms for candidates on request.

3.3.7 Ensure that materials, equipment and resources required for elections are available.

3.3.8 Manage the election budget.

3.3.9 Perform administrative and logistical tasks.

CHAPTER 4: APPOINTMENT AND DUTIES OF PARTY AGENTS

4.1 Appointment of party agents

4.1.1 Students organisations shall be entitled to appoint TWO party agents.

4.1.2 The following information must be submitted to the Electoral Commission:

4.1.2.1 full names, surname(s) and student number(s) of the person(s) appointed as party
agent(s); and

4.1.2.2 name of the organisation appointing such a person(s) as party agent(s).

4.2 Eligibility of/criteria for party agents

4.2.1 A party agent must have a clean institutional disciplinary track record, i.e. he/she
should be a law-abiding citizen without a criminal record or record of institutional
misconduct.

4.2.2 Only senior registered students will be eligible to serve as party agents.

4.3 Duties of the party agents

4.3.1 Party agents are allowed to :

4.3.1.1 observe proceedings concerning results, voting, counting, and determining and
declaring results;

4.3.1.2 represent their student organisations and candidates at all meetings of, and
interactions with, the Electoral Commission; and

4.3.1.3 encourage credible, free and fair elections.

4.3.2. Agents may not interfere with the proceedings.

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4.3.3. The absence of party agents does not invalidate election proceedings.

4.3.4. Party agents must:

4.3.4.1 comply with orders issued by an Electoral Commission;

4.3.1.2 monitor the voting process;

4.3.1.3 encourage their members and supporters to display tolerance towards other
organisations and candidates;

4.3.1.4 support the right of organisations and candidates to campaign freely; and

4.3.1.5 refrain from behaving disorderly or in any manner that hinders the smooth running
of the election proceedings.

4.4 Sanction(s) for misconduct

4.4.1 Automatic removal from the voting station by the Presiding Officer.

4.4.2 Depending on the magnitude of the misconduct, the party agent may face institutional
disciplinary processes and criminal charges.

4.4.3 In the event that the behaviour of the party agent substantially seeks to undermine the
election processes, CUT may suspend him/her with immediate effect.

4.4.4 The party agent should be afforded an opportunity to give reasons, in writing, why the
suspension should not remain in force for the duration of the elections.

CHAPTER 5: SRC MODEL OF ELECTIONS

The system of elections shall be by non-proportional representation (NPR); i.e., any student shall
be eligible to stand and contest for a position in the SRC as an individual student. Thus, a candidate
with the most student votes in an SRC election becomes the incumbent SRC member for the
portfolio for which the candidate has contested.

CHAPTER 6: REGISTRATION OF STUDENT POLITICAL ORGANISATIONS

6. Requirements for eligibility to participate in the SRC elections

6.1 The student organisations must submit a fully completed registration form, as provided by
the independent service provider, for such a purpose.

6.2 The student organisations must submit the following details:

6.2.1 The name of the student organisation/independent candidate.

6.2.2 The distinguishing mark or logo of the student organisation, face of

student organisation/independent candidate.
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6.2.3 The abbreviation of the name of the student organisation/independent candidate.

6.2.4 Proof of national existence of such a student organisation, Terms of Reference and/or any
other information required by the independent service provider.

6.3 The aforementioned requirements apply equally to the independent candidates.

6.4 The SRC elections shall be contested by parties/independent candidates.

CHAPTER 7: NOMINATIONS/WITHDRAWALS AND/OR OBJECTIONS OF

CANDIDATES

7.1 Eligibility of nominees

7.1.1 In order to be eligible for nomination, a candidate must:

7.1.1.1 identify and associate himself/herself with the mission and vision of CUT;

7.1.1.2 be a full-time registered student at CUT;

7.1.1.3 not have been previously found guilty and convicted of an offence by CUT or a
court of law;

7.1.1.4 not have been found guilty of a serious misconduct by CUT or any higher education
institution;

7.1.1.5 must have been a student for a minimum of THREE semesters;

7.1.1.6 must have passed at least 60% (SIXTY PER CENT) of his/her registered credit-
bearing subjects in the previous year (in a case of year course students) or semester
(in case of semester students) at CUT, and, once elected, such a member will have to
maintain the 60% (SIXTY PERCENT) pass rate for all such subjects obtained during
the exam period ending in the academic year following the elections, and such a
standard should be maintained for the duration of his/her term in office; and

7.1.1.7 must not be undergoing any practical training exceeding ONE month for any part of
the period referred to in terms of paragraph 7.1.1.2.

7.1.2 SRC members who meet the eligibility requirements may be re-elected, and may serve
for a total of TWO consecutive terms.

7.1.3 To be eligible to for nomination as a candidate for the Sabbatical/Secretary-General

position, the candidate:

7.1.3.1 must be in possession of at least a BTech or any postgraduate qualification; and

7.1.3.2 must not have been previously found guilty and convicted of an offence by CUT or a
court of law.

7.1.4 The term of office of the Sabbatical/Secretary-General shall extend from January to
December of the applicable year.
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7.1.5 The Sabbatical/Secretary-General of the SRC shall suspend his/her studies for the
duration of the year in question to occupy the office full time.

7.1.6 The SRC President: Bloemfontein campus and SRC President: Welkom campus shall
both serve as Council members until the end of December of the applicable year.

7.2 Determining the election timetable

7.2.1 The dates on which all the different elements of the election process will take place,
including the day on which the voting will take place, will be determined and approved
by the Office of the Manager: Governance and Student Life, in consultation with the
SRC. The timetable for the election is necessary to inform students and interested parties
of the most important steps and procedures that must be followed on specific dates
leading up to the day on which voting will take place.

7.2.2 The SRC shall notify all associations, governance structures and residence committees
of the approved election timetable.

7.2.3 The proposed election timetable shall contain specific dates for, at least, the following
items:

7.2.3.1 opening and closing dates and times of nominations;

7.2.3.2 announcement of nominations;

7.2.3.3 commencement and duration of campaigning period by nominated candidates;

7.2.3.4 date of SRC elections; and

7.2.3.5 proposed commencement date of the new SRC term.

7.2.4 All SRC election procedures must strictly follow the approved election timetable.
Amendments to the proposed election timetable by the Electoral Commission may only be
done in exceptional circumstances, and with prior consultation with the SRC, and the SRC
shall notify all associations, governance structures, residence committees and duly nominated
candidates of the amended election timetable.

7.3 Nomination procedure

7.3.1 Nomination forms will be obtainable at a central point on campus, and will be submitted
to the Chairperson of the independent service provider, who will issue confirmation of
receipt to the party concerned.

7.3.2 Nomination forms should be hand-delivered by the Chairperson or Secretary of the

organisation contesting elections.

7.3.3 Calls for nominations should be placed on noticeboards after TWO days of the posting
of the voters’ roll.

7.3.4 FOUR days will be set aside for the submission of nominations.
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7.3.5 No changes will be allowed after the closing date published by the Electoral
Commission.

7.3.6 No nomination forms will be accepted after the final submission date and time set by
the election timetable.

7.3.7 The following must be submitted in order to qualify for nomination:

7.3.7.1 TWO colour ID-sized photos of the candidate;

7.3.7.2 nomination form, signed by the nominee and nominator (Chairperson/Secretary);

7.3.7.3 TEN signatures of student seconders; and

7.3.7.4 proof of academic record.

7.3.8 The Election Commission shall verify the validity of all nominations for elections, and it
shall make a decision.

7.3.9 The Electoral Commission shall decline to accept a nomination if a nomination fails to
meet the requirements for registration of elections.

7.3.10 All nomination lists must contain details of all candidates contesting such elections,
where such a list will indicate the portfolios contested per election period.

7.3.11 A list of candidates should be placed on the noticeboards for student public
consumption.

7.4 Withdrawals and/or cancellations

7.4.1 Any notification or intention to withdraw from nomination must be in writing, and
must be signed by the Chairperson, Secretary and at least two members of the Executive
of the organisation.

7.5 Objections to nominations

7.5.1 Objections to nominations must be in writing, stating the reasons for objection, and must
be signed by the structure objecting.

7.5.2 Objections must be submitted to the office specified in the notice calling for
nominations.

7.5.3 The independent service provider, in concurrence with the Office of the Registrar, will
afford the objectors an opportunity to present their objections, and will then consider the
validity of the objections before the voting dates.

7.5.4 Where the independent service provider, after having received a nomination prior to the
closing date for nominations, determines that the nomination submitted by a candidate
does not meet all of the nomination requirements, the independent service provider must
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notify the nominator and nominee of the said default in writing, and must allow for the
default to be rectified within 72 hours after the closing date of the nominations.

7.5.5 The independent service provider shall accept the corrected nomination submitted by the
candidate up until the expiry of the 72-hour period after the closing time for nominations,
despite being submitted after the closing time for nominations, and such corrected
nomination submission shall be deemed to have been validly submitted.

7.5.6 If a nomination is declared invalid, and is not rectified within 72 hours, the nominee
will be disqualified as a candidate, and will be notified accordingly in writing.

7.6 Unopposed nominations

7.6.1 If only one candidate is nominated in a particular portfolio, she/he shall be

automatically elected in that particular portfolio.

7.6.2 If no candidate has been nominated in a particular portfolio, then a by-election will be
held at a later stage.

7.7 Campaigning

7.7.1 Following the close of nominations, nominated candidates shall follow a structured
programme of campaigning in accordance with the election timetable.

7.7.2 Campaigning shall close on the last day prior to the SRC elections, after which no
candidate may be involved in any formal or informal campaigning for votes.

7.7.3 External organisations, external persons and third parties, including political leaders, are
expressly prohibited from assisting in campaigns or attempting to influence the outcome
of an election, irrespective of any provision in any CUT policy or statute to the contrary.

7.7.4 Student groups or organisations and candidates may not ask for assistance from external
organisations, external persons or third parties, and must take reasonable steps to prevent
external organisations, external persons or third parties from campaigning on their
behalf, or from otherwise influencing the outcome of an election.

7.7.5 Student organisations, groups or candidates may not host events with external
organisations, external persons or third parties during campaigning.

CHAPTER 8: VOTING AND COUNTING PROCEDURES

8.1 Voting and counting

The system of elections shall be by non-proportional representation (NPR); i.e., any student shall
be eligible to stand and contest for a position in the SRC as an individual student. Thus, a candidate
with the most student votes in an SRC election becomes the incumbent SRC member for the
portfolio for which the candidate has contested.

8.2 Voting procedure

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8.2.1 Voting will take place in ONE day, unless otherwise ordered by the independent
service provider.

8.2.2 Voting will take place between 09:00 and 21:00.

8.2.3 Prior to the opening of votes, the delegated staff of the independent service provider must
show party agents that the ballot boxes are empty, after which they must seal the ballot
boxes.

8.2.4 Voters must produce a valid student card and proof of registration when voting, and
they should appear on the voters’ roll.

8.2.5 Where a student’s name does not appear on the voters’ roll, but valid proof of registration
is provided, the student’s name may be added to the roll, together with an accompanying
note, explaining that proof of registration was produced.

8.2.6 Voting must be by secret ballot.

8.2.7 Candidates and voters may not canvass votes in the vicinity of the voting stations. Strict
measures should be put in place in the vicinity of the voting booths to ensure that elections
are free and fair.

8.2.8 Within the boundaries of a venue/voting station, no party agent or candidate may:

8.2.9 display or distribute any names, pamphlets or posters on election day; or

8.2.10 attempt to induce, influence or persuade any voting delegate to vote for, or not to vote
for, any particular candidate.

8.2.11 Each voter must be given one ballot paper.

8.2.12 Each voter must have ONE vote for each portfolio.

8.2.13 A line must be drawn through the name of the voter on the voters’ roll.

8.2.14 The fingers of both hands of the voter must be inspected to ensure that the voter has not
voted already.

8.2.15 Election contestation shall be based on a principle of first pass the post. (One vote to
one candidate in each portfolio.)

8.2.16 Voting shall be through a cross or identifiable mark within a specified column, where
the voter’s intention would be easily determinable.

8.2.17 In the future, an electronic voting system could be utilised upon the implementation of
the system by CUT in this regard.

8.3 Voting stations

8.3.1 The independent service provider must establish an appropriate location(s) for the
voting station(s) within the campus.
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8.3.2 The location and number of voting stations must take into consideration the need for
free, fair and orderly conduct of the elections.

8.3.3 Student numbers and the need to avoid congestion at voting stations must also be taken
into account.
8.3.4 The following factors should be taken into consideration when considering a voting
station:

8.3.4.1 Whether such a location has suitable and efficient entry and exit points.

8.3.4.2 Heavily populated areas, e.g. the Student Centre, faculties and residences, should be
avoided.

8.3.5 A voter may only vote once in an election.

8.4 Spoilt papers (under counting)

8.4.1 A ballot paper will be deemed spoilt, and will thus be rejected, if:

8.4.1.1 a voter has voted more than once; or

8.4.1.2 if the stamp does not appear on the ballot paper.

8.4.2. Where the voter’s intention is not clearly detectable, due to the lack of visibility of the
mark or for any other reason that may be determined and agreed upon by the parties.

8.5 Closing of polling station

8.5.1 The polling station shall close at 21:00. In the event that there is a person in the queue at
21:00, such a person will be permitted to vote before the close of the polling station.

8.5.2 The Presiding Officer shall seal the top slot of the ballot box, and shall record the serial
number of the seal.

8.5.3 Party agents may affix their own seals to the ballot box. This shall be recorded in the
elections diary.

8.5.4 Election officers shall then transport the ballot papers to the counting station.

8.5.5 Party agents may ask the Presiding Officer for the following information:

8.5.5.1 an indication of how many students voted for the day; and

8.5.5.2 the number of papers issued.

8.6 Counting

8.6.1 The voting station shall be converted into a counting station immediately after voting.

8.6.2 Only the independent service provider will be responsible for counting the ballots. The
party agents will merely observe, and not interfere with, the counting processes.
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8.6.3 Disputed and rejected ballot papers will not be counted, and will be kept separate.

8.6.4 The ballot papers shall be counted manually.

8.6.5 Once this process is completed, the result for each organisation is finally recorded.

8.7 Objections to voting or counting

8.7.1 Any party agent may register an objection, in writing, in respect of voting at a particular
voting station or counting, with a Presiding Officer.

8.7.2 Party agents may object to any alleged irregularities or inaccuracy in the verification
process.

8.7.3 Objections to voting must be dealt with during the voting process, and counting during
the counting process, if possible.

8.8 Election declaration

8.8.1 The results of the elections shall be announced by the Provincial Head/head of the
independent service provider.

8.8.2 Announcement of election results by the IEC Provincial Head/head of the independent
service provider shall be done immediately after the counting process has been
completed.

8.8.3 The announcement of the results will be kept confidential until the results are announced
in accordance with paragraphs 8.8.1 and 8.8.2 above. In the event that this clause is not
adhered to, the person guilty of disclosing the election results will be subjected to the
normal CUT disciplinary procedures.

9 ELECTION APPEALS COMMITTEE

9.1.1 The Registrar, as a custodian of institutional policies, or his/her nominee shall be

responsible for constituting the ad hoc Election Appeals Committee.

9.1.2 The Election Appeals Committee is an independent and impartial body that must
adjudicate appeals against decisions of the Electoral Commission.

9.1.3 The Election Appeals Committee must be established at the same time as the Electoral
Commission is constituted.

9.1.4 The Election Appeals Committee consists of a:

9.1.4.1 Chairperson;

9.1.4.2 member; and

9.1.4.3 member.
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9.1.5 No member of the Election Appeals Committee may be a member of the Electoral
Commission, stand for election, or assist in the campaigning of a student standing for
election.

9.1.6 The Election Appeals Committee must:

9.1.6.1 act in a lawful, reasonable and procedurally fair manner; and

9.1.6.2 receive, consider and determine any appeal against a decision of the Electoral
Commission.

9.1.7 The Election Appeals Committee may summon any person to make written submissions, or
appear before it to give evidence.

9.1.8 Appeals must proceed in the following manner:

9.1.8.1 Appeals must be submitted to the Election Appeals Committee in writing within 24
hours of the publication of an Electoral Commission’s decision.

9.1.8.2 The Committee must acknowledge all appeals within 48 hours.

9.1.8.3 The appellant should submit all supporting evidence with the appeal.

9.1.8.4 Parties to the appeal will be given the opportunity to respond.

9.1.8.5 The Committee must adjudicate the appeal within FIVE days.

9.1.8.6 The Committee must inform all interested parties of its decision, and must publish
its decision within TWO days.

SCHEDULE C: FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF OFFICE BEARERS

In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this Schedule and the SRC Terms
of Reference, the provisions of the SRC Terms of Reference shall prevail.

1. PRESIDENT

The SRC President shall:

1.1 preside at all SRC meetings, mass meetings and at SRC Executive committee meetings;

1.2 be responsible for the overall co-ordination of the duties and functions of SRC members;

1.3 represent students in Council, Senate, Institutional Forum (IF) and institutional meetings;

1.4 represent the SRC and the student community at the highest level in decision-making with
CUT Management;
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1.5 be responsible for issuing guidance in the formulation of policies and principles of the
SRC;

1.6 together with the Finance Officer and the Sabbatical/Secretary-General, be responsible for
the preparation of the costing for the SRC programme of action (PoA), and shall be
responsible for submission of same to the Student Development Officer.

2 DEPUTY PRESIDENT

The Deputy President shall:

2.1 preside at all SRC meetings, mass meetings and SRC Executive Committee meetings in the
absence of the President;

2.2 co-ordinate the constitutional and policy development process for the SRC;

2.3 lobby relevant stakeholders for the establishment of exchange programmes for CUT; and

2.4 administer and manage the operational functions of the SRC.

3 SABBATICAL/SECRETARY-GENERAL

The Sabbatical/Secretary-General shall:

3.1 be responsible for the day-to-day running of the SRC;

3.2 be responsible for circulating all important information, notices and agendas of all
meetings;

3.3 keep records of all proceedings of the meetings of the SRC, and ensure that the minutes of
the meetings are circulated to the Office of the Registrar for safekeeping;

3.4 liaise between the administrative section of all departments and both campuses of the SRC;

3.5 be the convener of, and circulate notices and agendas of the Student Parliament;
3.6 compile SRC progress reports;

3.7 represent the SRC in Council, IF and Senate meetings; and

3.8 together with the Finance Officer and the President, be responsible for the preparation of the
costing for the SRC PoA, and shall be responsible for submission of same to the Student
Development Officer.

4 FINANCE OFFICER

The Finance Officer shall:

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4.1 be responsible and accountable for the finances of the SRC;

4.2 keep record of all financial transactions;

4.3 co-ordinate the compilation and submission of budgets of all CUT student organisations
and associations to the Student Development Officer;

4.4 together with the President and the Sabbatical/Secretary-General, ensure that all financial
transactions of the SRC, organisations and associations conform to the financial rules, policies
and procedures of CUT;

4.5 be responsible for raising funds for the general activities and special projects of the SRC, in
line with CUT policies;

4.6 together with the Finance Officer and the President, be responsible for the preparation of the
costing for the SRC PoA, and shall be responsible for submission of same to the Student
Development Officer; and

4.7 present a financial report to the Student Parliament, Council and the SRC, whenever
required, provided that he/she is given at least SEVEN working days to do so.

5 ACADEMIC AND TRANSORMATION OFFICER

The Academic and Transformation Officer (Welkom campus) and the Academic Officer
(Bloemfontein campus) shall:

5.1 be a representative of the student body and the SRC at Senate;

5.2 co-ordinate all transformation-related matters/issues;

5.3 participate in curriculum development and quality assurance activities at CUT in order to
ensure that the appropriate curriculum matters are addressed to the benefit of the student
body;

5.4 ensure prevalence of quality platforms for teaching and learning;

5.5 submit a quarterly report to the SRC; and

5.6 attend meetings of Senate, the IF and all other related structures.

6 CONSTITUTION AND LEGAL AFFAIRS OFFICER

The Constitution and Legal Affairs Officer shall:

6.1 co-ordinate institutional workshops on CUT policies and statutes;

6.2 have a seat in Senate and IF meetings;

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6.3 be the legal advisor to the SRC, Local Students’ Representative Council (LSRC) and the
student populace at large;

6.4 together with the incumbent of the other campus, form a panel of arbitration that resolves
all internal SRC and LSRC disputes, and shall chair the proceedings thereof;

6.5 together with the campuses’ Deputy Presidents, organise the institutional Student
Parliament and the Constitutional Summit;

6.6 have a seat at disciplinary proceedings taken against any student;

6.7 promote the SRC Terms of Reference, and the values and principles underlying it, to the
student body; and

6.8 promote the Code of Conduct of the SRC, as provided for in “Schedule A”, amongst SRC
members.

7 SPORTS AND CULTURE OFFICER

The Sports and Culture Officer shall:

7.1 liaise with relevant stakeholders;

7.2 be responsible for the promotion and development of sports and culture;

7.3 organise programmes aimed at uniting students through sports and culture;

7.4 organise recreational events and activities of CUT; and

7.5 prepare and submit monthly reports to the Sabbatical/Secretary-General.

8 PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER

The Public Relations Officer shall:

8.1 be responsible for the public relations of the SRC, ensuring that the SRC cultivates and
projects a positive image;

8.2 co-ordinate the production of all SRC publications and notices, in any form of
communication, with the approval of the Student Development Officer;

8.3 create awareness within CUT about any campaigns; and

8.4 prepare and submit monthly reports to the Sabbatical/Secretary-General.

9 RESIDENCE AND ACCOMMODATION OFFICER

The Residence and Accommodation Officer shall:

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9.1 ensure efficient communication with the Residence and Accommodation Forum in respect
of matters relating to residences and accommodation;

9.2 ensure that the Terms of Reference of the Student Residence and Accommodation Forum,
as provided for in “Schedule F”, is adhered to; and

9.3 prepare and submit monthly reports to the Sabbatical/Secretary-General.

10 HEALTH AND WELFARE OFFICER

The Health and Welfare Officer shall:

10.1 promote the health and welfare of the students;

10.2 investigate and attend to matters that relate to the health and welfare of the student
community;

10.3 represent the SRC in all matters relating to safety, security and accessibility of buildings to
physically challenged students; and

10.4 prepare and submit monthly reports to the Sabbatical/Secretary-General.

11 PROJECT AND CAMPAIGNS OFFICER

The Project and Campaigns Officer shall:

11.1 co-ordinate all projects of the SRC;

11.2 create awareness within the student community about SRC campaigns on campus;

11.3 identify community projects to be initiated and supported by the SRC;

11.4 in conjunction with the Finance Officer, raise funds for projects of the SRC;

11.5 co-ordinate projects that are aimed at building capacity and developing students; and

11.6 prepare and submit monthly reports to the Sabbatical/Secretary-General.

12 STUDENT AFFAIRS OFFICER

The Student Affairs Officer shall:

12.1 inform students about membership to registered student associations (i.e. cultural,
academic, sports etc.);

12.2 receive registered student associations’ annual applications for affiliation to the SRC;
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12.3 establish a Chairpersons’ Committee of all registered student associations;

12.4 keep record of all relevant information concerning all registered student associations,
societies and organisations affiliated to the SRC;

12.5 co-ordinate the affiliation to the SRC of any newly registered student association, society
or organisation on campus, according to SRC policy; and

12.6 organise leadership training for registered student associations, organisations and
structures.

13 EQUITY AND DIVERSITY OFFICER

The Equity and Diversity officer shall:

13.1 ensure non-discriminatory practices in the SRC, its committees and societies, and on
campus in general;

13.2 play a transformational role within CUT;

13.3 organise seminars and conferences to educate students on equity/diversity-related matters;

and

13.4 liaise with gender organisations locally, provincially and nationally.

SCHEDULE D: TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE STUDENT PARLIAMENT

In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this schedule and the SRC Terms
of Reference, the provisions of the SRC Terms of Reference shall prevail.

STUDENT PARLIAMENT

1 PREAMBLE

1.1 The disregard and contempt for human rights have resulted in barbarous acts, which have
outraged the conscience of mankind, and the advent of a world in which human beings shall
enjoy freedom of speech, belief, conscience and freedom from fear, and want has been
proclaimed as the highest aspiration of the common people.

1.2 Recalling that the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa asserts the principle of non-
discrimination based on gender, disability and race.

1.3 In honour and respect of the stalwarts who fought for the liberation of this country, to the
demise of the unjust Apartheid system, we therefore uphold and maintain the democratic
norms and values that underpin an open and democratic society based on freedom, equality
and humanity dignity.
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1.4 We, as the Student Parliament of CUT, are committed to the attainment of the
aforementioned ideals, and maintain the democratic norms and values that underpin an open
and democratic society based on freedom, equity and human dignity.

2 PURPOSE OF THE STUDENT PARLIAMENT

2.1 The Student Parliament shall:

2.1.1 function as a subsidiary body to the SRC, where such functions are reconcilable with the
SRC Terms of Reference;

2.1.2 advise on policy matters, and assist in the implementation of such policies through the
SRC;

2.1.3 be the body to which affiliated student organisations/clubs/societies and House

Committees report quarterly;

2.1.4 disseminate information from students to Management, and from Management to

students;

2.1.5 establish standing committees and commissions for investigation and enquiries that
directly reside under the SRC, and submit annual and final reports in this regard;

2.1.6 be the body that determines students’ needs, and gives direction to student life on
campus, through the SRC; and

2.1.7 debate recommendations made by the SRC to the Student Services Council (SSC).

3 COMPOSITION AND ELECTION OF THE STUDENT PARLIAMENT

3.1 The Student Parliament shall consist of:

3.1.1 Speaker;

3.1.2 Deputy Speaker;

3.1.3 Convener;

3.1.4 Deputy Convener;

3.1.5 Sabbatical/Secretary-General at the host campus;

3.1.6 ONE representative from the Residence and Accommodation Forum;

3.1.7 student organisation (ONE per affiliate);

3.1.8 SRC; and

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3.1.9 ONE representative of the Alumni Association.

3.2 The election of the Speaker, Deputy Speaker, Convener and Deputy Convener shall take
place at the first sitting, where the SRC will determine and facilitate the procedure for the
said elections.

4 DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITY AND POWERS OF CABINET

4.1 The cabinet shall:

4.1.1 ensure the implementation of the resolutions taken in the Student Parliament, through the
SRC President and Sabbatical/Secretary-General;

4.1.2 through the SRC, make representation to the Student Services Council;

4.1.3 scrutinise and discuss the registered student associations, societies and organisations, as
well as the proposed budget, before being forwarded to the SRC; and

4.1.4 be an advisory structure to the SRC Executive, for purposes of developing a Parliament
Programme.

5 DUTIES OF STUDENT PARLIAMENT OFFICE BEARERS

5.1 The Speaker shall:

5.1.1 preside and chair the Parliament meeting and the Cabinet;

5.1.2 convene special sittings of the parliament in consultation with the convener, the Cabinet
and the SRC;

5.1.3 be responsible for ensuring that Cabinet is accountable to Parliament;

5.1.4 account to the Cabinet;

5.1.5 have the discretionary powers to decide whether the motion passed should form part of the
agenda in sitting; and

5.1.6 in consultation with the Deputy President, be able to convene the meeting.

5.2 The Deputy Speaker shall:

5.2.1 preside over Parliament and Cabinet meetings in the absence of the Speaker;

5.2.2 enforce discipline; and

5.2.3 oversee the operations and functionality of standing committees.

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5.3 The Convener shall:

5.3.1 communicate with all affiliates;

5.3.2 convene the Student Parliament, as directed by Cabinet; and

5.3.3 inform the Deputy Speaker of ill-disciplined behaviour with regard to affiliates.

5.4 The Deputy Convener shall:

5.4.1 take over the role and responsibilities of the Convener in the absence of the Convener.

5.5 The Secretary shall:

5.5.1 act as the administrative head of the Parliament;

5.5.2 be responsible for circulating all important information, notices and agendas of all
meetings;

5.5.3 keep records of all proceedings of the meetings of the SRC, and ensure that the minutes
of the meetings are circulated to the Office of the Registrar for safekeeping;

5.5.4 be the convener, and circulate notices and agendas of Student Parliament;

5.5.5 compile SRC progress reports; and

6 represent the SRC in Council, Institutional Forum (IF) and Senate meetings.

7 DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF STUDENT PARLIAMENT

The Student Parliament shall:

6.1 give general guidance to the SRC;

6.2 contribute to the formulation of student policies and the SRC;

6.3 protect the rights of students, and expose any form of student exploitation;

6.4 encourage the interests, awareness and participation of CUT in community development,
social upliftment, research and projects;

6.5 promote the democratic participation of students in CUT governance structures;

6.6 promote the accountability of the student leadership to students and to the broader
community; and

6.7 provide a forum for exchange of information and ideas in order to promote unity and
solidarity amongst students, and achieve this by facilitating communication and co-
operation, liaison and good relations amongst affiliates.
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7 MEETING PROCEDURES

7.1 The Student Parliament should hold a sitting at least once per semester, unless there are
pressing matters that may require the SRC to seek advice from Parliament, which should be
approved by the Registrar.

7.2 If after 30 minutes of the set time for the start of the meeting, a quorum is not met, the
meeting will be postponed.

7.3 If there is a need for a special sitting, the Secretary of the Student Parliament, together with
the SRC Sabbatical/Secretary-General, must issue notices SEVEN days before the said date
and time of the meeting.

7.4 Any member in good standing of the Student Parliament may call an extraordinary meeting,
provided that one-third of the Student Parliament members have consented to the requested
meeting by signing the request form.

7.5 The request for such a meeting must be in writing, stating the items to be discussed, and the
date and time of the meeting.

7.6 The SRC Sabbatical/Secretary-General will issue a notice 14 days prior a normal sitting of
the Student Parliament.

7.7 The meetings must be consistent with the Standing Rules of Order.

8 MINUTES

All the minutes of Student Parliament sittings should be made available within 14 days
after the date of the sitting.

9 QUORUMS

A quorum of Student Parliament shall be 50% (FIFTY PER CENT) + ONE of the
recognised student organisations for the relevant academic year.

10 TERMS OF OFFICE

The term of office of Student Parliament members shall be ONE academic year.

11 TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP OF STUDENT PARLIAMENT

11.1 When a student organisation ceases to exist, or is not legitimately affiliated and/or
recognised by the SRC, and confirmed by CUT.

11.2 When an individual voluntarily terminates his/her membership.

11.3 When a student organisation recalls the member from the Student Parliament.
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11.4 Subject to disciplinary decision in the case of misconduct within such a student
organisation, or the internal process of disciplinary measures by CUT.

12 LINE OF REPORTING

The SRC and the Cabinet shall provide the Student Parliament with a quarterly report on all
their activities.

13 ELECTIONS

13.1 The Cabinet shall be elected by a TWO-THIRDS/67% (SIXTY-SEVEN PER CENT)

majority of Student Parliament sitting amongst its members.

13.2 The Cabinet shall be elected by the show of hands at the first sitting of the Student
Parliament.

13.3 The President of the SRC shall preside over the election of the Cabinet.

14 FUNDING

The activities of the Student Parliament will be funded from the budget of the SRC.

15 AMENDMENTS TO THE TERMS OF REFERENCE

15.1 After consultation with the Student Parliament, the Registrar of CUT refers the Terms of
Reference to the CUT Council for approval.

15.2 The Student Parliament Terms of Reference will be reviewed after every FIVE years, at the
consent of the Registrar of CUT, or earlier by way of notice to the Registrar, informing
him/her of the need for premature review.

SCHEDULE E: CODE OF CONDUCT FOR STUDENT PARLIAMENT

In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this schedule and the SRC Terms
of Reference, the provisions of the SRC Terms of Reference shall prevail.

STANDING ORDERS FOR MEETINGS OF THE CUT STUDENT PARLIAMENT

1. INTERPRETATION

It is the intention of CUT that all gatherings that involve CUT stakeholders are managed
effectively, efficiently and orderly. The adoption of the Standing Orders is to ensure that there
is free, open and equal debate, and that such is to be interpreted in that spirit.

2 CONDUCT

A Parliamentarian shall always address the Speaker or his/her deputy of the Parliament, who
will act as the Chairperson of the Parliament sessions, and who shall remain objective and
impartial.
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2.1 Subject only to a challenge, as provided in the CUT Standing Orders, rigorous engagement
shall be encouraged. However, based on time limitations and objective reality, the Speaker's
ruling on any question shall be final.

2.2 The Speaker shall facilitate and ensure that the meeting is in order, and that remarks are
relevant to the question under debate.

2.3 If any member of the Parliament causes a disturbance, the Speaker may record the offender's
name in the minutes. If that member persists, he/she shall be expelled from that sitting, and
may not return until an apology to the satisfaction of the Parliament has been given in writing.

3 MEETINGS AND PROCEDURES AT MEETINGS

3.1 At least TWO meetings per year in total should be convened, where ONE will be held at
each campus (Bloemfontein and Welkom).

3.2 Decisions are taken on a consensus basis. If a 100% (ONE HUNDRED PER CENT)
consensus cannot be obtained after the matter has been referred to specific commission, a
TWO- THIRDS/67% (SIXTY-SEVEN PER CENT) consensus of those representatives
present will be sufficient.

3.3 Caucus is allowed for a maximum of 15 minutes per request.

3.4 The Parliament can postpone a discussion on a specific matter, or refer points of conflict or
disputes to a Portfolio Committee, rather than allow a debate to go on for too long.

3.5 Personal and unfounded statements against a member are prohibited.

3.6 The duty of the Speaker is to ensure that Parliamentarians are protected from personal attacks
and verbal abuse by other representatives.

3.7 Agendas should be circulated at least FIVE working days before a meeting.

3.8 Items on the agenda may be supported by documents explaining the matters.

3.9 Draft minutes of the Parliament meetings shall be made available to all participants as soon
as possible, for them to report back to their constituencies.

3.10 Normal meeting procedures must be adhered to, namely:

3.10.1 opening and welcome;

3.10.2 attendance;

3.10.3 determining of the agenda;

3.10.4 minutes of the previous session;

3.10.5 matters arising from the minutes;

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3.10.6 new business;

3.10.7 report by the SRC President, if any;

3.10.8 reports from portfolio committees, if any; and

3.10.9 closure.

3.11 The agenda of the Parliament shall be closed SEVEN days prior to the date of the
meeting, and memorandums may be handed in to the Speaker, whenever necessary.

4 MOTIONS AND AMENDMENTS

4.1 A motion shall be ruled out of order if it:

4.1.1 seeks to rescind any policy adopted by the higher body;

4.1.2 seeks to commit the SRC or Student Parliament, CUT Management and its staff to
commit an illegal act, or seeks to commit the SRC or CUT resources to an illegal act; or

4.1.3 seeks to amend the Terms of Reference, or is in contravention of the terms of the Terms
of Reference, unless it is a Constitutional amendment submitted in accordance with the
Standing Orders.

4.2 An amendment shall be ruled out of order if it:

4.2.1 seeks to discuss a motion or amendment already decided on in that meeting, unless the
matter agreed upon lacked additional information; or

4.2.2 is not on the same subject as the motion it seeks to amend.

4.3 The proposer may withdraw a motion or amendment, but it shall then be open to the
seconder or other member to propose that motion, provided that it is done immediately
after such withdrawal.

4.4 The following time is allowed per speech on ordinary motions:

4.4.1 original motion proposer eligible to speak for FOUR minutes;

4.4.2 first speaker in opposition eligible to speak for FOUR minutes;

4.4.3 seconder eligible to speak for THREE minutes;

4.4.4 second speaker in opposition eligible to speak for THREE minutes; and

4.4.5 no organisation will be afforded more than THREE speaking turns per tabled motion.

4.5 The Speaker may, at his/her discretion, allow another round of discussion, until such time
that a decision or ruling is made.
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4.6 No item shall be discussed for more than ONE hour.

4.7 If an amendment is accepted by the proposer of the original motion, it shall be included in
the original motion, and a further round of discussion against the motion shall be heard.

4.8 If an amendment is not accepted by the proposer of the original motion, the order and
maximum duration of speeches on the amendment shall be as for the original motion.

4.9 No amendment shall be discussed for more than ONE hour, and if no compromise is
reached, the matter will then be referred to the relevant portfolio committee for further
discussion.

4.10 If no decision is reached after recommendations from the relevant portfolio committee(s)
have been discussed, the matter will be put to vote.

5 VOTING

5.1 Each member shall have ONE vote.

5.2 Members shall exercise the right to vote in person only.

5.3 If there are an equal number of votes both for and against a motion, the Speaker shall
exercise the casting role. The Speaker shall otherwise not vote.

6 PROCEDURAL VOTING

6.1 Except during voting, a member may raise a point of order by raising a hand and calling
order. The Speaker shall immediately hear the point of order and rule on it. Points of order
may be raised on the following topics (not in order of precedence):

6.1.1 call of quorum;

6.1.2 challenge of the Speaker's ruling;

6.1.3 assertion that the matter under question contravenes the Terms of Reference;

6.1.4 clarification from or through the Speaker; and

6.1.5 procedural motions.

6.2 A challenge to the Speaker's ruling shall be raised only on the grounds that it contravenes
the Terms of Reference.

6.3 When a challenge to the Speaker’s ruling(s) is made, the Speaker shall relinquish the chair,
and the Deputy Speaker shall take over. The proposer of the challenge and the Speaker shall
briefly state their cases, and the procedural motion shall then be put to the vote. It shall
require a simple majority to be passed.
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6.4 Unless the Speaker considers it an infringement of reasonable debate, a member may move
a procedural motion as a point of order. Should there be any objection, the proposer and the
objector shall briefly state their cases, and the procedural motion shall then be put to the vote.
It shall require a simple majority to be passed.

6.5 Procedural motions may be proposed on the following topics (not in order of precedence),
and it may be raised that:

6.5.1 the question be taken in parts;

6.5.2 the question now be put;

6.5.3 the number and duration of speeches be reduced;

6.5.4 the question be held over to a later meeting;

6.5.5 the question be referred to a committee for an examination and report;

6.5.6 the question be referred back to a committee for re-examination;

6.5.7 the question not be put; or

6.5.8 the meeting be adjourned temporarily.

6.6 If the meeting resolves that the question now be put, the proposer shall sum up, and the
question shall immediately be put to the vote.

SCHEDULE F: TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE CUT FACULTY

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE STRUCTURES AND FORUM

In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this schedule and the SRC Terms
of Reference, the provisions of the SRC Terms of Reference shall prevail.
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DEFINITIONS

“Class Representative”: A registered CUT student who has been duly elected by
his/her
respective class to act as their representative liaison with the
respective department and the SRC.

“Faculty Representative”: A registered CUT student who has been duly elected by
his/her
fellow Class Representatives to act as their representative
and liaison with their respective faculty and the SRC.

“Forum”: Student Representative Forum.

“Faculty Forum member”: A registered CUT student who has been duly elected to
act as
students’ representative with relevant CUT academic
structures and the SRC.

1. PREAMBLE

1.1 CUT is committed to the principle of transparency and full participation of its students in
the management and decision-making processes of the institution.

1.2 In order to uphold the mission and objectives of CUT, a Student Academic Affairs Working
Group has been established, which enables students to participate in the management and
decision- making processes that govern the academic process.

1.3 It is envisaged that faculty academic representative structures will serve to promote and
encourage student participation at the levels of programmes, departments and faculties. It
shall remain political at all times, and its link will be with academic structures.

2. OBJECTIVES

2.1 The objectives of the Terms of Reference is to ensure that:

2.1.1 the faculty and class representative structures are clearly and unambiguously defined;

2.1.2 the roles, duties and functions of the Faculty and Class Representatives are defined in a
practical and unambiguous manner; and

2.1.3 the Faculty and Class Representatives are aware of the academic rights that are held by
all students.
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3. CLASS REPRESENTATIVES STRUCTURE

3.1 Every class shall elect a minimum of ONE Class Representative.

3.2 A Class Representative is to be elected within the first TWO weeks after the commencement
of the course.

3.3 The electoral process is to be conducted by the Faculty Administrator or Faculty Officer or
his/her nominee.

3.4 The electoral process shall run as follows:

3.4.1 the floor shall be opened for nominations;

3.4.2 a nominee shall either accept or decline the nomination;

3.4.3 the nominees shall be afforded the opportunity to present a short motivational speech to
the class; and

3.4.4 the nominees are to leave the room while the class casts their votes by a show of hands.

3.5 The SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer/Education and

Transformation Officer shall allow students a period of ONE week after the elections in
which to lodge any complaints with regards to any procedural irregularities pertaining to the
elections.

3.6 In the event of a vacancy of a Class Representative, the candidate who secured the second-
highest number of votes during the election process will be appointed to fill the vacancy,
provided that such a candidate accepts the appointment.

3.7 In the event that the candidate who secured the second-highest number of votes is, for
whatever reason, unable to occupy such a position, the person who secured the third-highest
number of votes will be appointed to fill the vacancy, provided that he/she accepts the
appointment.

3.8 In the event that no candidate, as stated in paragraphs 3.6 and 3.7 above, is available to fill
the vacancy, the electoral process in paragraph 3.4 above shall apply.

3.9 First-year students must obtain a 60% (SIXTY PER CENT) pass rate in the June main
assessment for the subjects for which they are enrolled in order to retain their status as Class
Representative. Senior students are to be assessed on their results of the previous academic
year or semester.

3.10 Roles, powers and duties of a Class Representative

3.10.1 A Class Representative must be afforded the respect that comes from being a
democratically elected representative.

3.10.2 Class Representatives must:

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3.10.2.1 facilitate the efficient communication of their respective class’ concerns to the lecturer,
or the Faculty Administrator or Faculty Officer;

3.10.2.2 actively participate in dispute resolutions between their class and the relevant
department;

3.10.2.3 effectively communicate to their class any information from the SRC, as directed
by the SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer;

3.10.2.4 meet with their current lecturer regularly to maintain lines of communication, and
to convey any class-related matters or concerns;

3.10.2.5 patiently and equitably listen to any complaints or concerns relayed to them by their
class;

3.10.2.6 serve as a first-class role model for their fellow classmates, and thus must uphold
the highest level of studiousness and behaviour; and

3.10.2.7 follow all reasonable directives promulgated by the SRC Academic

Officer/Education and Transformation Officer.

3.10.3 Class Representatives may:

3.10.3.1 put forward suggestions as to the conduct and structure of their lectures and
courses;

3.10.3.2 submit class objections, complaints and suggestions regarding academic resource
material;

3.10.3.3 call a meeting of their classmates to facilitate discussion regarding class, course or
academic matters; and

3.10.3.4 collaborate with lecturers and support staff to ensure a conducive learning
environment, maximum tranquillity, cleanliness and discipline in their faculty
buildings through their colleagues.

3.11 Term of office

A Class Representative’s tenure is for the period of an academic year.

3.12 Meetings

3.12.1 The SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer shall facilitate a
general meeting of the Class Representatives once per semester.

3.12.2 The SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer may call a meeting of
Class Representatives whenever necessary.
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3.12.3 A quorum for a general or special meeting shall be 50% (FIFTY PER CENT) plus
ONE.

3.12.4 All general and special meetings shall have an agenda. All records of the agendas shall be
kept, and copies of these records are to be furnished to the Office of the SRC Academic
Officer/Education and Transformation Officer.

3.12.5 Minutes of all general and special meetings are to be taken by an elected member of the
meeting, and copies of these records herein are also to be kept and furnished to the Office
of the SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer.

4. FACULTY REPRESENTATIVE STRUCTURE

4.1 TWO Faculty Representatives for each faculty shall be elected from amongst the Class
Representatives.

4.1.1 The Faculty Representatives are to be elected at the first meeting of the Class
Representatives.

4.1.2 The electoral process is to be conducted by the SRC Academic Officer/Education and
Transformation Officer (ex officio), in conjunction with the SRC Sabbatical/Secretary-
General, in the presence of the relevant Head of Department (HoD) or anyone delegated
by the HoD to carry out the task in his/her absence.

4.1.3 Any Class Representative is eligible to run for the position of Faculty Representative
for their respective faculty.

4.1.4 The electoral process shall run as follows:

4.1.4.1 the floor shall be opened for nominations;

4.1.4.2 a nominee shall either accept or decline the nomination;

4.1.4.3 the nominees shall be afforded the opportunity to present a short motivational
speech to the class; and

4.1.4.4 the nominees are to leave the room while the Class Representatives cast their votes
by a show of hands.

4.1.5 The SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer shall allow Class
Representatives a period of ONE week after the elections in which to lodge any
complaints with regards to any procedural irregularities pertaining to the elections.

4.2 In the event of a vacancy of a Faculty Representative, the candidate who secured the second-
highest number of votes during the election process will be appointed to fill the vacancy,
provided that such a candidate accepts the appointment.
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4.3 In the event that the candidate who secured the second-highest number of votes is, for
whatever reason, unable to occupy such a position, the person who secured the third-highest
number of votes will be appointed to fill the vacancy, provided that he/she accepts the
appointment.

4.4 In the event that no candidate, as stated in paragraphs 4.2 and 4.3 above, is available to fill
the vacancy, the electoral process in paragraph 4.1.4 above shall apply.

4.5 Roles, powers and duties of a Faculty Representative

4.5.1 A Faculty Representative must be afforded the respect and value that comes from being
a democratically elected student representative.

4.5.2 Faculty Representatives must:

4.5.2.1 conduct themselves in accordance with the Code of Conduct for Students;

4.5.2.2 facilitate a meeting of the Class Representatives in their respective faculties once a
term

4.5.2.3 patiently and equitably listen to any complaints or concerns relayed to them by the
Class Representatives;

4.5.2.4 effectively communicate any concerns, complaints and suggestions from the Class
Representatives to the relevant faculty; and

4.5.2.5 facilitate efficient communication of their respective class concerns to HoDs and
the relevant Faculty Dean.

4.5.3 A Faculty Representative shall be a full sitting member of the Faculty Board of the
respective faculty.

4.6 Term of office

A Faculty Representative’s tenure is to be for a period of ONE academic year.

4.7 Meetings

4.7.1 The SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer shall facilitate a
general meeting of the Faculty Representatives once a month.

4.7.2 The SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer may call a meeting
of Faculty Representatives whenever necessary.

4.7.3 A quorum for a general or special meeting shall be 50% (FIFTY PER CENT) plus
ONE.

4.7.4 All general and special meetings shall have an agenda. All records of the agendas shall be
kept, and copies of these records are to be furnished to the Office of the SRC Academic
Officer/Education and Transformation Officer.
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4.7.5 Minutes of all general and special meetings are to be taken by an elected member of the
meeting, and copies of these records herein are also to be kept and furnished to the Office
of the SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer.

5. Faculty Student Representative Forum

5.1 The Forum shall consist of ONE representative per faculty, elected from amongst Faculty
Representatives.

5.1.1 Within TWO weeks of the announcement of the SRC election results, the Academic
Officer of the SRC shall convene the Faculty Representatives meeting to declare the
Faculty Student Representative Forum duly constituted.

5.1.2 At its first duly constituted meeting, the Forum shall elect a Chairperson from amongst
its members, which Chairperson will become the SRC Academic Officer (in the case of
the Bloemfontein campus) or the SRC Education and Transformation Officer (in the case
of the Welkom campus).

5.2 Roles, powers and functions of the Faculty Student Representative Forum

5.2.1 The Forum shall be responsible for effective and efficient handling of academically
related student faculty affairs, and as such shall be regarded as competent.

5.2.2 The Forum shall discuss specific teaching and learning matters that have a bearing on
students’ academic performance, and general faculty affairs.

5.2.3 Initiate such activities throughout each year as deemed necessary and feasible to create
a conducive teaching and learning environment throughout faculties.

5.2.4 In consultation with the SRC, submit recommendations to the Student Academic
Affairs Working Group and/or any other relevant CUT body for consideration.

6. TERM OF OFFICE

The term of office of Forum members shall be ONE academic year.

7. MEETINGS

7.1 The SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer shall convene general
meetings of the Forum.

7.2 The SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer shall convene a special
Forum meeting whenever necessary.

7.8 A quorum for a general or special meeting shall be 50% (FIFTY PER CENT) plus ONE.

7.9 All general and special meetings shall have an agenda. All records of the agendas shall be
kept, and copies of these records are to be furnished to the Office of the SRC Academic
Officer/Education and Transformation Officer.
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7.10 Minutes of all general and special meetings are to be taken by an elected member of the
meeting, and copies of these records herein are also to be kept and furnished to the Office of
the SRC Academic Officer/Education and Transformation Officer.

8 AMENDMENT OF THE TERMS OF REFERENCE

An amendment or addition to the Terms of Reference must be accepted by at least a TWO-

THIRDS/67% (SIXTY-SEVEN PER CENT) majority of the members present at a general
meeting.

9 ACCOUNTABILITY

The Faculty Student Representative Forum and structures are accountable to the SRC
through the Office of the SRC Academic Officer.

10 RELATED DOCUMENTS

10.1 SRC Terms of Reference;

10.2 Code of Conduct for Students (Chapter 11 of the CUT Calendar, as amended from time to
time); and
10.3 Terms of Reference of the Student Academic Affairs Working Group.
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SCHEDULE G: TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE CUT STUDENT RESIDENCES AND

ACCOMMODATION FORUM

In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this Schedule and the SRC Terms
of Reference, the provisions of the SRC Terms of Reference shall prevail.

DEFINITIONS

“Residences and Accommodation Forum”: The Student Residences and

Accommodation Forum of CUT.

“Forum”: The Student Residences and

Accommodation Forum of CUT.

“Student Residences and Accommodation Forum member”: A registered CUT student who has
been
duly elected by his/her respective
residence to act as their representative
in the Forum to represent the
residence’s mandate.

“SRC Residences and Accommodation Officer”: A registered CUT student who has
been duly
elected by his/her fellow Housing
Members to act as their representative
and liaison with the SRC.

“AMR”: Assistant Manager: Residences at

CUT.

1. INTRODUCTION

CUT is committed to the principle of transparency and full participation of its students in the
management and decision-making processes of the institution.

In order to uphold the mission and objectives of CUT, a Student Services Council is
established through which students may participate in the management and decision-making
processes that promote good governance in the residences.

It is envisaged that the Residences and Accommodation Forum will serve to promote and
encourage student participation at the levels of general residence matters. The Forum shall
remain apolitical at all times, and shall be accountable to the SRC.

2 OBJECTIVES

The objectives of the Terms of Reference are to ensure that:

2.1 the Residences and Accommodation Forum structure is clearly and unambiguously defined;
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2.2 the roles, duties and functions of the Residences and Accommodation Forum members are
defined in a practical and unambiguous manner; and

2.3 the Residences and Accommodation Forum members are aware of the rights that are to be
enjoyed by all residence students.

3 COMPOSITION OF STUDENT RESIDENCES AND ACCOMMODATION FORUM

Every residence shall elect TWO Student Residences and Accommodation Housing Forum
members as follows:

3.1 Huis Technikon shall have TWO members;

3.2 Eendrag shall have TWO members;

3.3 Gymnos shall have TWO members;

3.4 Loggies shall have TWO members;

3.5 Welgemoed shall have TWO members;

3.6 Mannheim Men shall have TWO members;

3.7 Mannheim Ladies shall have TWO members; and

3.8 TWO members from each private student residence recognised by CUT.

4 ELECTIONS OF MEMBERS

4.1 Residences and Accommodation Forum members are to be elected within the first two
weeks after the reopening of the residences for the first quarter.

4.2 The electoral process is to be conducted by the Assistant Manager: Residences (AMR) or
his/her nominee, in accordance with the provisions of these Terms of Reference.

4.3 The electoral process shall run as follows:

4.3.1 the floor shall be opened for nominations;

4.3.2 a nominee shall either accept or decline the nomination; and

4.3.3 the nominees are to leave the room while the residents cast their votes by a show of
hands.

4.4 The AMR shall allow students a period of one week after the elections in which to lodge
any complaints with regards to any procedural irregularities pertaining to the elections.

4.5 In the event of a vacancy of a member, the candidate who secured the second-highest number
of votes during the election process will be appointed to fill the vacancy, provided that such
a candidate accepts the appointment.
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4.6 In the event that the candidate who secured the second-highest number of votes is unable to
occupy such a position, for whatever reason, the person who secured the third-highest
number of votes will be appointed to fill the vacancy, provided that he/she accepts the
appointment.

4.7 In the event that no candidate, as stated in paragraphs 4.2 and 4.3 above, is available to fill
the vacancy, the electoral process in paragraph 4.3 above shall apply.

4.8 CUT Residences and Accommodation Forum members will eventually elect the Chairperson
from within their rank, who will represent the residences in the SRC as Residences and
Accommodation Officer.

5 POWERS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

5.1 Residences and Accommodation Forum members must be afforded the respect and value
that comes from being a democratically elected representative.

5.2 Residences and Accommodation Forum members must:

5.2.1 facilitate the efficient communication of their respective residences’ concerns to the
SRC Residences and Accommodation Officer;

5.2.2 effectively communicate to their residents any information from the SRC as directed by
the SRC Residences and Accommodation Officer;

5.2.3 patiently and equitably listen to any complaints or concerns relayed to them by their
residents;

5.2.4 serve as a first-class role model for their fellow residence members, and thus must
uphold the highest level of studiousness and behaviour; and

5.2.5 follow all reasonable directives promulgated by the SRC Residences and
Accommodation Office.

6 ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS

The Student Residences and Accommodation Forum is charged with the effective and
equitable administration of residence affairs, and is therefore competent to:

6.1 discuss student residence and accommodation matters; and

6.2 in consultation with the SRC, submit recommendations to the Student Services Council for
consideration.

7. TERM OF OFFICE

7.1 The term of office members of the Residences and Accommodation Forum shall ordinarily
be a calendar year, beginning in January, and ending in December.
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7.2 The Chairperson Elect of the incoming Student Residences and Accommodation Forum of
CUT shall, within TWO weeks of the constituting of the newly elected Student Residences
and Accommodation Forum, meet with the presiding Chairperson to arrange the process by
which the handing over of the Student Housing Forum shall take place.

8 MEETINGS

8.1 Ordinary meetings of the Student Residences and Accommodation Forum shall be held at
least once per term. All members shall attend such meetings.

8.2 The Chairperson shall give at least FIVE days’ written notice of the date, time and venue of
such a meeting, together with an accompanying provisional agenda.

8.3 Members shall be granted a reasonable opportunity to put matters on the agenda of the
meeting for a period of not less than THREE days before the said meeting.

8.4 The Chairperson shall act as Chairperson of the Student Housing Forum meetings, and
shall have an ordinary and a casting vote.

8.5 The generally accepted rules pertaining to meetings of the SRC shall apply at all Student
Residences and Accommodation Forum meetings.

8.6 A special meeting shall be held if:

8.6.1 the Chairperson calls such meetings; and

8.6.2 at least FOUR members submit a written request to the Chairperson for such a meeting,
accompanied by a written motivation for consideration at the meeting.

8.7 All general and special meetings shall have an agenda.

8.8 Notice of the date, time and venue of a special meeting, together with disclosure of the
agenda, shall be given at least 24 hours before such a meeting.

8.9 A quorum shall be SEVEN members.

8.10 In the event of a quorum not being formed, the meetings shall be postponed by the
Chairperson to a day within the next FIVE days, and the members then present shall be
deemed to be a quorum.

8.11 In the event of such a postponement, notice of the date, time and venue of the next meeting
shall be given to members at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

8.12 The Student Residences and Accommodation Forum shall ensure that a designated person
keep minutes of the proceedings of each meeting of the Forum.

8.13 The minutes of a Student Residences and Accommodation Forum meeting shall be submitted
to the following ordinary meeting of the Forum, and an attendance register and the supporting
documents shall be made available at the reasonable request of any interested party.
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8.14 Resolutions may only be adopted in respect of matters disclosed on the agenda, provided that
other matters may be added to the agenda if there are no objections thereto by any member
present.

8.15 A resolution shall be adopted by an ordinary majority of votes of the members present.

8.16 A resolution adopted at a Residences and Accommodation Forum meeting shall, in

consultation with the SRC, be submitted to the Student Services Council for consideration.

9 TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP

9.1 A person shall cease to be member of the Student Residences and Accommodation Forum
if:

9.1.1 written notification from the particular residence to that effect has been noted by the
forum at its gathering;

9.1.2 a person is absent, without a valid excuse, from 3 (THREE) consecutive meetings of
the Forum; and

9.1.3 a person’s Student Accommodation and Residences Forum membership is terminated

as a result of disciplinary action taken by a disciplinary committee of CUT.

9.2 In the event that the Chairperson’s membership is terminated, the remaining members of the
Forum shall elect a Chairperson from its own ranks by an ordinary majority of votes in a
secret ballot, and the President of the SRC shall preside over the election.

10 AMENDMENT OF THE TERMS OF REFERENCE

The SRC is accountable for the amendment of the Terms of Reference.

11 ACCOUNTABILITY

The Student Residences and Accommodation Forum is accountable to the SRC, through the
Office of the SRC Residence Officer.

12 RELATED DOCUMENTS

12.1 SRC Terms of Reference;

12.2 Code of Conduct for Students; and

12.3 Residence Rules.

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SCHEDULE H: TERMS OF REFERENCE OF THE CUT SPORTS COUNCIL

In the event of an inconsistency between the provisions of this schedule and the SRC Terms
of Reference, the provisions of the SRC Terms of Reference shall prevail.

1. PREAMBLE

Sport plays an important role in student life at CUT. Although it is an accepted fact that not
all students have an interest in, or ability to do, sport, they do have the right to expect a service
and environment that will allow them to develop their skills and capabilities to their full
potential.

It is, however, necessary that an administrative sport structure that represents the various sport
environments on campus be formed. This structure will be the consultative and advisory voice
of participants, administrators, technical officials and other stakeholders attached to sport at
CUT.

The sport representative bodies will, inter alia, assist and support the Directorate: Sport and
Recreation to achieve its vision and mission, as contained in the Strategic Plan of CUT.

2. VISION

To establish a body that can administer and facilitate all aspects relating to recreational and
operational sport at CUT, whilst promoting the accessibility for all CUT students to participate
in all forms of sport.

3. MISSION

The mission of the CUT Sports Council shall be in line with that of CUT, as it seeks to
recognise, acknowledge, nurture, develop and enhance the wealth of sporting talent resident
in CUT students. The CUT Sports Council hopes to represent the interests and aspirations of
students participating in both recreational and operational sport at CUT.

4. NAME AND STATUS

4.1. The name of the organisation shall be the Central University of Technology, Free State
Sports Council (the SC).

4.2. The SC shall operate in accordance with these Terms of Reference, the CUT Statute and/or
any other rules or policies of CUT.

5. AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

The aims and objectives of the SC are to:

5.1. promote maximum representation, transparency and accountability of all sporting codes;

5.2. promote academic excellence through sport;

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5.3. enhance the spirit of healthy competition;

5.4. maximise students’ participation in sport;

5.5. ensure broad participation of students in sport;

5.6. foster good relations between CUT and other higher education institutions through sport;

5.7. initiate and promote the development of sport within CUT and the surrounding
communities;

5.8. pursue programmes that are aimed at uplifting sport;

5.9. promote a sense of unity and pride amongst members of the CUT community;

5.10. market and promote CUT through sport;

5.11. utilise sport as a contributing factor in the creation of a CUT culture;

5.12. utilise sport as a means to unite students as representatives of CUT, and to develop a sense
of belonging amongst the CUT community;

5.13. bridge various cultures through sport;

5.14. assess the needs of students and the need for sporting codes on a continuous basis;

5.15. create opportunities and projects that will enable sportspersons to achieve and fulfil their
personal ambitions;

5.16. create opportunities for sport participation and performance at local, provincial, national
and international level;

5.17. assist all eligible CUT students in sport to attend the Universities Sport South Africa
(USSA) Week;

5.18. advise on all matters pertaining to participation in, and awarding of, colours for
representative individuals and/or teams;

5.19. assist in determining the criteria for awards in the field of sport;

5.20. debate matters of general sport policy that will affect all sportspersons and registered
student associations;

5.21. provide a wider base for distribution of information about sport within CUT; and

5.22. tend to all matters pertaining to the acquisition of sporting facilities at CUT.
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6. SPORTS COUNCIL

6.1. COMPOSITION

6.1.1. The SC shall be composed as follows:

6.1.2. ONE CUT Student Services Council representative;

6.1.3. ONE Sports Officer;

6.1.4. CUT Sport Manager;

6.1.5. THREE CUT Deputy Sport Managers;

6.1.6. SRC Sabbatical/Secretary-General; and

6.1.7. general Chairpersons of the various recognised sporting codes.

6.2. OFFICE BEARERS

6.2.1 The SC shall elect individuals from amongst its members to serve as office bearers.

6.2.2 The role of the Chairperson shall be served by the CUT Sport Manager.

6.2.3. The office bearers elected by the SC shall serve in their respective offices for a term of
THREE years.

6.2.4. Should there be a vacancy in the SC due to the death, illness, resignation or removal of
an office bearer, the SC shall elect another individual from amongst its members to fill the
vacant position.

6.3 POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE SPORTS COUNCIL

The SC shall have the authority to:

6.3.1 raise funds, through legitimate means, subject to CUT’s policies, rules and procedures;

6.3.2 act as an advisory structure to the Office of the Vice-Chancellor and Principal on
matters relating to CUT sport and other related activities;

6.3.3 take final decisions on matters falling within its jurisdiction;

6.3.4 contribute towards sport publications;

6.3.5 serve as an umbrella body for the different CUT sporting codes;

6.3.6 promote and implement all provisions contained in these Terms of Reference, the SRC
Terms of Reference, the CUT Statute and all other CUT rules and procedures;
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6.3.7 represent and promote students’ participation in sporting activities, and be accountable
to students at all times;

6.3.8 serve as a channel of formal communication between the different sporting codes and
CUT;

6.3.9 individually and collectively make itself available to attend to the needs and problems
of the sporting codes;

6.3.10 draft regulations for the promotion and efficient administration of sport at CUT;

6.3.11 monitor administration of the funds allocated to sports administration, and draft
regulations for the proper governance of funds that are made available to the SC, or to
registered student associations recognised by the SC;

6.3.12 do all such other things that as are consistent with the aims and objectives of these
Terms of Reference, subject to all CUT policies; and

6.3.13 have disciplinary powers in respect of any person, registered student association,
committee or any other body falling within the ambit of these Terms of Reference or the
regulations of the SC.

6.4 GENERAL MEETINGS AND ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

6.4.1 GENERAL MEETINGS

6.4.1.1 The meetings of the SC shall be convened at least FOUR times per annum.

6.4.1.2 The meetings shall be attended by members of the SC or any such person invited by
the Chairperson.

6.4.1.3 Accurate minutes of all meetings must be kept and provided to members of the
SC/Manager of Sport, and, on request, to sporting codes.

6.4.1.4 The minutes of the SC meetings are public documents, and any student or interested
party has the right, subject to fair procedural arrangements made by the Chairperson
of the SC, to inspect the ratified minutes of all previous meetings of the SC.

6.4.1.5 The quorum for any meetings of the SC shall be 50% (FIFTY PER CENT) plus ONE.
If the required quorum is not present at the beginning of a meeting, the Chairperson
shall adjourn the meeting for not more than 30 minutes. In the event that the quorum
is still not present at the reconvening time, the meeting shall proceed, provided that
ONE-THIRD of its members are present at the meeting.

6.4.1.6 Once a meeting has been declared quorated, it remains quorated, even if
representatives leave during the course of the meeting.

6.4.1.7 All decisions of the SC shall be taken in duly constituted meetings of the SC through
consensus, or 50% (FIFTY PER CENT) plus ONE of the members present and voting
in the meeting.
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6.4.1.8 Voting shall be by show of hands, unless a simple majority of members present in
the meetings decide that the voting on all or certain matters should be by secret ballot.

6.4.1.9 The number of votes cast for, against and/or abstentions with respect to a resolution
shall be recorded in the minutes.

6.5 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

6.5.1 The Chairperson of the SC shall convene an Annual General Meeting (AGM), by way
of notice, and in writing, to all members of the SC at least 30 before the SRC elections.

6.5.2 The SC shall provide each delegate to the AGM with the agenda and the content of the
AGM.

6.5.3 The Chairpersons of the different sporting codes shall provide the Secretary of the SC
with their respective reports, for purposes of the inclusion thereof in the content of the
AGM, at least 14 days before the AGM.

6.5.4 The AGM shall review and decide on the recommendations made by the SC, sporting
codes and individual members of the student community, especially on the policy and
direction of CUT sport.

7 FINANCIAL MATTERS

7.3 The SC shall under no circumstances whatsoever allow funds to be made available for
private use or purchase.

7.4 The SC shall not be responsible for debts that clubs incur in respect of sports equipment,
outfits or other items, unless the transactions are supported by duly authorised SC order
forms.

7.5 The Treasurer and Assistant Treasurer will manage club accounts in accordance with the SC
and CUT finance regulations.

8 DISCIPLINE

8.3 Should any club ignore the provisions of these Terms of Reference or the SC regulations,
or act prejudicially to the interests of the SC and other clubs, the SC shall constitute a
committee (the “Disciplinary Committee”) within 14 days of receiving written notification
thereof, and shall ensure that the affected party is given at least 14 days’ notice of the
intended hearing to take place.

8.4 In reaching its decision and formulation of its recommendation, the SC may, on
recommendation of its Disciplinary Committee, which shall have adhered to the rules and
regulations contained in the CUT Calendar, as amended from time to time, withhold funds
from a club, withdraw recognition, or suspend such a club from operating during any year,
or part thereof.

8.5 Any club aggrieved by a decision of the SC in terms of this clause (clause 8) shall have the
right to appeal to the Office of the Deputy Registrar: Student Services of CUT, whose
decision shall be final.
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9 AMENDMENTS TO THE TERMS OF REFERENCE

9.3 A notice of motion to amend the Terms of Reference shall be submitted to the Chairperson
of the SC in writing, and in sufficient time to enable the Deputy Chairperson to circulate it
to all members of the SC at least 14 days before the meeting at which the amendment will be
discussed.

9.4 Any amendment to these Terms of Reference will come into force when approved by the
SC AGM, with the support of at least TWO-THIRDS of its members present and voting.

9.5 Notwithstanding the provisions in these Terms of Reference, CUT Council may alter,
repeal or suspend any clause of these Terms of Reference.
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CHAPTER 19

ACADEMIC DRESS

17.5.1 Purpose/scope of regulations

(a) The purpose of these rules is to regulate academic dress at the Central University
of Technology, Free State (CUT).

(b) These rules are applicable to office bearers of CUT, as well as academic staff
members and persons receiving degrees and diplomas.

17.5.2 Directives for implementing regulations

a) The Registrar is responsible for the contents and implementation of these rules,
as well as the revision of the contents thereof, as appropriate.

b) These rules, or any amendment or addition thereto, are to be approved by Senate.

17.5.3 Regulations

17.5.3.1 Academic dress of office bearers of CUT

a) Chancellor

An academic gown of black cashmere, with trimming along the edge of each lapel
and a square collar of black velvet, edged with a 50mm-wide gold braid. The
sleeves are in SC style, while each sleeve has three cross-bands of gold braid, each
50mm wide and positioned against a slightly wider background of black velvet.
This gown is worn with a cap in the Utrecht pattern, made of black velvet and
decorated with a gold button and gold cords.

b) Vice-Chancellor and Principal

An academic gown of black cashmere, with trimming along the edge of each lapel
and a square collar of black velvet, edged with 50mm-wide gold braid. The sleeves
are in SC style, while each sleeve has two cross-bands of gold braid, each 50mm
wide and positioned against a slightly wider background of black velvet. This
gown is worn with a cap in the Utrecht pattern, made of black velvet and decorated
with a gold button and gold cords.

c) Deputy Vice-Chancellors

An academic gown of black cashmere, with trimming along the edge of each lapel
and a square collar of black velvet, edged with 50mm-wide silver braid. The
sleeves are lined with black satin and are gathered in front in a silver cord and
button, while each sleeve has one cross-band of silver braid, 50mm wide and
positioned against a slightly larger background of black velvet. This gown is worn
with a cap in the Utrecht pattern, made of black velvet and decorated with a silver
button and silver cords.
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d) Executive Directors

A similar academic gown than that worn by the Deputy Vice-Chancellors, but with
the trimming along the edge of each lapel in silver and the collar edged with silver
braid 10mm wide, while each sleeve is decorated with a silver cord and button. A
black velvet cap, undecorated and made according to the Utrecht pattern,
accompanies the gown. To be worn at the official opening of CUT and special
functions, as deemed necessary.

e) Chairperson of Council

An academic gown of black cashmere, with trimming along the edge of each lapel
and a square collar of royal blue, edged with gold braid. The sleeves are lined with
blue satin and are gathered in front in a gold cord and button. To be worn at the
official opening of CUT and special functions, as deemed necessary.

f) Vice-Chairperson of Council

An academic gown of black cashmere, with trimming along the edge of each lapel
and a square collar of royal blue, edged with silver braid. The sleeves are unlined
and are gathered in front in a silver cord and button. To be worn at the official
opening of CUT and special functions, as deemed necessary.

g) Chairperson of the Convocation

An academic gown of black cashmere, with trimming of royal blue along each side,
and edged with 12mm-wide silver braid. The sleeves, which are unlined, are
gathered in front in a silver cord and button. To be worn at the official opening of
CUT and special functions, as deemed necessary.

h) Councillors

An academic gown of black filling, with 50mm-wide trimming of royal blue along
each lapel. The edge of the yoke is trimmed with silver cord, and the sleeves reach
the wrists. To be worn at the official opening of CUT and special functions, as
deemed necessary.

i) Faculty Deans

An academic gown of black cashmere, with trimming along the edge of each lapel,
and a square collar in the distinctive colour of the specific faculty. The sleeves,
which are lined in the colour of the faculty, are gathered in front in a silver cord
and button.

In the centre of the crown of the cap (Utrecht style) is a flat button in the distinctive
colour of the wearer's faculty.

j) Deans

An academic gown of black cashmere, similar to those worn by Faculty Deans;

however, the trimming along the edge of each lapel is royal blue, as is the button
of the cap (Utrecht style). The sleeves, which are unlined, are gathered in front in a
silver cord and button.
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k) Registrar

An academic gown of black cashmere, with trimming along the edge of each lapel,
and a square collar of blue velvet. The sleeves, which are lined, are gathered in
front in a silver cord and button. A black velvet cap, in the style as worn by the
Deans and with a blue tassel matching the colour of the gown, is worn.

17.5.3.2 Academic dress of academic staff of CUT

Staff members are responsible for their own academic dress, as prescribed by the
institution from which they graduated.

17.5.3.3 Academic dress of those receiving degrees and diplomas

a) Academic gowns

(i) For those receiving doctorates, an academic gown of polyester cashmere in

Union Jack red, with 4-inch facings. This traditional red doctoral gown has
long, pointed sleeves, gathered with cords and a button in the faculty colour

(ii) For those receiving master’s degrees, honours baccalaureate and

baccalaureate degrees, an academic gown of black filling, with the sleeves
gathered in front in a loop with a silver cord and a blue button.

(iii) For those receiving diplomas, the academic gown is manufactured from
black filling material, according to the diplomate style, with flared sleeves.

a) Academic hoods

(i) For those receiving doctorates, the hood, which is made according to the
Oxford doctoral (full-shape) pattern, is of blue cashmere, lined in the
distinctive colour of the faculty bestowing the degree. The lining is folded
over at all open edges, so that a 12mm-wide facing can be seen on the outside
of the hood.

Those receiving doctorates also wear a black mortarboard with a black

velvet top, filled crown, and a tassel of mixed silver and blue threads.

(ii) For those receiving master’s degrees, honours baccalaureate degrees,

baccalaureate degrees and diplomas, the hood is made according to the
Oxford plain pattern.

(iii) The hoods of those receiving diplomas, baccalaureus and Magister

Technologiae degrees have the following appearance:

Diploma: Black with a front inset of 30mm in the faculty colour around
the neckband.

Baccalaureus Technologiae: Black, lined in the faculty colour, with a

facing of 15mm.
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Magister Technologiae: Black, lined in the faculty colour, with a facing

of 15mm and a second trimming of 15mm-wide ribbon.

c) Mortar boards

All graduates should wear mortar boards during graduation ceremonies. The
tassel of the black mortar boards should be in the colour of the applicable
faculty.

d) Faculty colours

Health and Environmental Sciences Malachite green

Management Sciences Peony red
Engineering and Information Technology Smalt blue
Humanities Yellow

e) CUT colour

Royal blue
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CHAPTER 20

FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

DEAN Prof. AJ Strydom, PhD (UFS)

SECRETARY Ms JM Husselmann, NHDip (CUT)

FACULTY ADMINISTRATOR Mr BCL Mokoma, BA Ed (NWU), Cert HRM (Unisa), MDP

(UFS), BTech (CUT)

FACULTY OFFICER Mr W Smith, BTech (CUT)

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER Mr LE Matsepe, NDip, Adv Dip (CUT)

MARKETING / ADMINISTRATIVE Mr MS Kodisang, NDip, BTech (CUT)

ASSISTANT

ASSISTANT DEAN: RESEARCH, Prof. CC Chipunza, DTech (NMU)

INNOVATION AND ENGAGEMENT

ASSISTANT DEAN: TEACHING AND Prof. F van der Walt, PhD (UP)
LEARNING

SENIOR RESEARCHER Dr J van Zyl, PhD (UFS)

DEPARTMENT OF ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr L Steenkamp, PhD (UFS), MAcc (UFS), CIA, CA (SA),

CISA, Professional Accountant (SA)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms L Maans, Cert (UNISA), Adv Cert (UFS)

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr JC Steyn, BCompt Hons (Unisa), MBA (University of Wales),

CIA, CA (SA), PhD (UFS)
Mr A Taylor, BCompt Hons (Unisa), CA (SA), MBA (UFS)
Ms C Gerlach, MCom, BCompt Hons (Unisa), CA (SA)

LECTURERS Mr C Hurter, BCompt, BCom Hons (Unisa)

Ms C Malan, BTech (CUT), BCompt Hons, MA (UFS), CA (SA)
Ms V Koma, BTech (CUT), MA (UFS)
Ms C Grobbelaar, BTech (CUT), MCom (UFS)
Ms N Lubbe, MCom, BAcc (UFS), CIA PA(SA), PIA (SA)
Mr K Kaelo, BAcc (UF), BAcc Hons (UFS), CA (SA)

JUNIOR LECTURER Ms A Coetzee, BA (UFS), BTech (Unisa), NDip (CUT), PA (SA)

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WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENTAL MANAGER Ms NG Pule, BTech (CUT), MA (UFS)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms N Nonyane, BTech (CUT)

SENIOR LECTURER Mr EMB de Freitas, BCom (Wits), BCompt Hons (Unisa),

MCom (UP), CA (SA)

LECTURER Ms D Mkhize, MCom (NWU), BTech (DUT), MTech (CUT)

JUNIOR LECTURERS Ms T Magubane, BTech (CUT)

Ms M Thithi, BTech (VUT)

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof. MN Naong, MEd (Vista), BCom Hons (UFS), DBA
(UKZN)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms P Monyahane, NDip, PGCE, BEd (Hons) (CUT)

PROFESSORS Prof. C Chipunza, DTech (NMU)

Prof. D Kokt, DTech (CUT)

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr LW Dzansi, MPA (UFS), DTech (CUT)

LECTURERS Dr EP Palmer, BA Hons (US), MA (UFS), D_HRM (CUT)

Mr AG Fichardt, BCom Hons (Miami)
Ms CC Erwee, MTech (CUT), MA (UFS)
Ms C Smit, BTech (CUT), MA (UFS)
Mr R Boikhutso, BAdmin Hons (Unisa), MAdmin (UP)
Mr K Makhoali, MTech (CUT)
Mr M Jones, MTech (NWU)
Mr JJ Nel, MBA (Texas)

WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Mr V Adonis, MBA (UFS)

(HUMAN RESOURCES
MANAGEMENT)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms M Chabana, BTech (CUT)

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Prof. F van der Walt, PhD (UP)

LECTURERS Ms MP Nyetanyane, M_HRM (CUT)

Mr X Rathaba, MAdmin (UFS)
Mr M Thasi, MTech (CUT)
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Ms M Lefera, MTech (CUT)

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Mr SS Ramphoma, STD (Mphohadi CE), FDE (RAU), BCom

(MARKETING) Hons (Vista), MCom (NWU)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms N Mphore, BTech (CUT)

LECTURERS Dr MMC Mokhampanyane, BCom Hons (Vista), MCom

(PU for CHE), DEd (CUT)
Ms H Jordaan, MCom (NWU)
Ms ME Molapo, PGCE, MCom (UFS), BCom Hons (UL)
Mr A Nkoyi, BTech (WSU), MTech (NMU)
Mr TS Mokgatla, MTech (CUT)

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS SUPPORT STUDIES

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof. DY Dzansi, MA (UFS), MBA (PU for CHE), PhD (UP)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms M Leoma, NDip, BTech (CUT)

RESEARCH PROFESSOR Prof. P Rambe, PhD (UCT)

SENIOR LECTURERS Ms ED Pottas, NSC (Bfn Tech College), MPA (UFS)

LECTURERS Ms C Maasdorp, MTech (CUT), MA (UFS)

Dr B Hlalele, BSc Ed (NUL), BTech (CUT), BEd Hons
(NWU), MDM(UFS), PhD (UFS)
Dr PK Hoeyi, MA (UG), DBA (CUT)
Mr E Tshobeka, NDip, BTech (CUT), MBA (Mancosa),
Ms I Kgololo-Ngowi, MSc (Leeds)
Dr L Mosweunyane, MTech, DBA (CUT)
Ms B Mokgosi, MTech (CUT)
Ms N Mpiti, MTech (CUT)
Ms N Khoza, MTech (CUT)

LECTURER’S ASSISTANT Vacant

WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Mr V Adonis, MBA (UFS)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms M Chabana, BTech (CUT)

LECTURERS Ms A Slabbert, MBA (UFS)

Mr L Lezar, MBA (MANCOSA)

JUNIOR LECTURER Mr L Makatane, BTech (CUT)

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DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof. T van Niekerk, MPA (US), ADHE (UFS), DTech
(CUT)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms MF Rooi, NDip, Adv Dip (CUT)

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr H Lambrechts, LLD (UFS)

Dr LH Laubscher, PhD (UFS)

LECTURERS Dr MC Pretorius, MPub (UFS), DPM (CUT)

Dr L Munsamy, MPA (NMU), DPM (CUT)
Ms P Molomo, MDS (UFS)
Ms G Marais, LLM (UFS)
Mr TA Taaibosch, MTech (CUT)
Ms C Mabope, MTech (CUT)
Ms BS Magagula, MTech (CUT)
Mr M Phetheni, LLM ((UFS)

WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Mr SS Ramphoma, STD (Mphohadi CE), FDE (RAU), BA

(Vista) BCom Hons (Vista), MCom (NWU)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms N Nonyane, BTech (CUT)

LECTURERS Ms A Naidoo, LLM (UKZN)

Ms S Kahla, LLM (UFS)

DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM AND EVENTS MANAGEMENT

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr. J Hattingh MA, HED (UFS), DBA (CUT)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms K Olifant, BTech, PGCE (CUT)

LECTURERS Ms B de Klerk, MTech (CUT)

Mr LG Mokoena, MTech (CUT)
Dr E Proos, MTech (CUT), DBA (CUT)
Ms B Mkhize, MTech (TUT)
Dr E Jonker, PhD (NWU)
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DEPARTMENT OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr D Crowther, MA HES (UFS), DBA (CUT),

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms L Posthumus

SENIOR LECTURER Dr L Coughlan, PhD (NWU)

LECTURERS Ms G Muller, BTech (CUT), MPBL (Aalborg)

Ms T van Aswegen, BTech (CUT)
Ms J Solomons, BTech (CUT)

JUNIOR LECTURERS Ms P Mosikatsana, BTech (CUT)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Ms T Phokoje, NDip (CPUT)

OPERATIONAL MANAGER Ms J Snyman, BTech (CUT)

OPERATIONAL FOOD AND Mr N Brits, BTech (CUT)

BEVERAGE MANAGER

OPERATIONAL CHEF Mr OB Mholo, NDip (CUT)

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CONTACT NUMBERS

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS
TELEPHONE
NUMBER

DEPARTMENT OF: ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING 051 – 507-3596

DEPARTMENT OF: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT 051 – 507-3964

DEPARTMENT OF: BUSINESS SUPPORT STUDIES 051 – 507-3219

DEPARTMENT OF: GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT 051 – 507-3378

DEPARTMENT OF: HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT 051 – 507-3235

(HOTEL SCHOOL)

DEPARTMENT OF: TOURISM AND EVENTS MANAGEMENT 051 – 507-3849

FACULTY
ADMINISTRATOR: MANAGEMENT SCIENCES 051 – 507-3261

FACULTY MANAGEMENT SCIENCES 051 – 507-3220

OFFICER:

WELKOM
CAMPUS

CAMPUS DR S MAKOLA 057 – 910-3503

DIRECTOR:

DEPARTMENT OF: ACCOUNTING AND AUDITING 057 – 910-3686

DEPARTMENT OF: BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (MARKETING) 057 – 910-3686

DEPARTMENT OF: BUSINESS SUPPORT STUDIES 057 – 910-3526

DEPARTMENT OF: GOVERNMENT MANAGEMENT 057 – 910-3686

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1. RULES OF THE FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES

The following rules are supplementary to the rules contained in the Calendar of the
Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT).

GENERAL

A student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on
condition that the first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been
successfully completed.

A diploma programme may not be completed in less than three years, unless the student
has been awarded exemption or recognition for at least four instructional offerings. Under
such circumstances, the diploma programme may not be completed in less than two
years.

In the case of Public Management, however, students register as follows:

• first year: six instructional offerings;
• second year: six instructional offerings;
• third year: seven instructional offerings; and
• fourth year: six instructional offerings.

Students must participate in all scheduled assessments. In the event of absence for a
valid reason, it is the student's responsibility to arrange with the relevant lecturer and/or
the Assessment and Graduations Unit for a special assessment session, or risk being
penalised. The assessment policy and Assessment Manual 2021 contains comprehensive
information regarding the assessment process.

Students may be expected to attend certain lectures in the evening or on a block basis
over weekends.

In the case of Public Management, all first- to third-year lectures are presented during
the day and repeated in the evening. Fourth-year lectures are presented in the evening
only.

A student must compile the curriculum according to the class and venue timetable, and
is personally responsible for ensuring that there are no timetable scheduling conflicts.

No student will be allowed to graduate without successful completion of the

Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme

No student will be allowed to graduate without successful completion of the

Personal Information Management programme.

Official and complete admission requirements are contained in Chapter 5.

Admission requirements reflected in the learning programme section of the
Calendar are sometimes only a summarised version thereof.
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2. THE FOLLOWING HIGHER CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME IS OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY:

Higher Certificate: Community Development Work

3. THE FOLLOWING DIPLOMA EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME’S

(ECPs) ARE OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:

Diploma in Hospitality Management (ECP)

4. THE FOLLOWING DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN THE

FACULTY:

Diploma in Hospitality Management

Diploma in Human Resources Management
Diploma in Marketing Management
Diploma in Office Management and Technology
Diploma in Public Management
Diploma in Tourism Management

5. THE FOLLOWING BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE PROGRAMMES

WERE OFFERED IN THE FACULTY: (PHASED OUT AND PHASING OUT
PROGRAMMES)

Baccalaureus Technologiae: Business Administration (Phased out)

Baccalaureus Technologiae: Cost and Management Accounting (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Financial Information Systems (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Hospitality Management (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Human Resources Management (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Internal Auditing (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Marketing (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Project Management (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Public Management (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Tourism Management (Phased out)

6. THE FOLLOWING BACHELOR OF ACCOUNTANCY AND INTERNAL

AUDITNG EXTENDED CURRICULIM PROGRAMMES (ECPs) ARE
OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

Bachelor of Management Sciences in Accountancy (ECP)

Bachelor of Management Sciences in Internal Auditing (ECP)

7. THE FOLLOWING BACHELOR PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN THE

FACULTY

Bachelor of Management Sciences in Accountancy

Bachelor of Management Sciences in Internal Auditing
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8. THE FOLLOWING ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES ARE FFERED IN

THE FACULTY

Advanced Diploma in Applied Management

Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management
Advanced Diploma in Human Resources Management
Advanced Diploma in Marketing Management
Advanced Diploma in Monitoring and Evaluation
Advanced Diploma in Public Management
Advanced Diploma in Tourism Management

9. THE FOLLOWING POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES ARE

OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

Postgraduate Diploma in Entrepreneurial Management

Postgraduate Diploma in Hospitality Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management
Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism Management

10. THE FOLLOWING MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY:

Master of Management Sciences in Human Resources Management

Master of Management Sciences in Marketing Management
Master of Management Sciences in Public Management
Master of Management Sciences in Tourism and Hospitality Management
MPhil (Master of Philosophy) in Management Sciences with Specialisations in:
1. Accounting
2. Agricultural Business Management.
3. Business Administration.
4. Business Management.
5. Entrepreneurship.
6. Fashion Business Management
7. Finance.
8. Hospitality Business Management
9. Human Capital Management
10. Internal Auditing.
11. Marketing Management.
12. Public Management.
13. Project Management.
14. Small Enterprise Management
15. Tourism and Event Business Management
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11. THE FOLLOWING DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED

IN THE FACULTY:

Doctor of Business Administration

Doctor of Human Resources Management
Doctor of Management Sciences in Marketing Management
Doctor of Public Management
*PhD (Doctor of philosophy) in Management Sciences with Specialisations in:
1. Accounting
2. Agricultural Business Management.
3. Business Administration.
4. Business Management.
5. Engineering Business Management
6. Entrepreneurship.
7. Fashion Business Management
8. Finance.
9. Hospitality Business Management
10. Human Capital Management
11. Internal Auditing.
12. Marketing Management.
13. Project Management.
14. Public Management.
15. Tourism and Event Business Management

*Awaiting SAQA registration. Will be activated upon SAQA registration

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12. HIGHER CERTIFICATE

12.1 HIGHER CERTIFICATE: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT WORK HCCDWG

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

A candidate for the Higher Certificate: Community Development Work must

compile the prescribed curriculum with due observance of the general regulations
of CUT and the faculty, in accordance with the following expositions:

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 5
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part
time if a student wants to do the course over a period two (2) years.

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR (full time)

SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
2 CREDITS CREDITS
1
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication Studies 12 0.1000
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.0500
DGL11AB Digital Literacy 6 0.0500
PDP11AB PDP12AB Participative Development Practices 16 0.1333
SDT11AB SDT12AB Sustainable Development Theory 16 0.1333
LMP11AB Legislation and Municipal Processes 16 0.1333
POP12AB Project Management 16 0.1333
ERD12AB Ethics, Rights and Democracy 16 0.1333
WIL12AB Work-integrated Learning 16 0.1333
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 0
Total: 120 1

⃰ If a part-time student wants to do the course over two (2) years:

1ST YEAR (part time)
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication Studies 12 0.1000
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.0500
DGL11AB Digital Literacy 6 0.0500
PDP11AB PDP12AB Participative Development Practices 16 0.1333
POP12AB Project Management 16 0.1333
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 0
Total: 56 0.4666
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2ND YEAR (part time)

SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
SDT11AB SDT12AB Sustainable Development Theory 16 0.1333
LMP11AB Legislation and Municipal Processes 16 0.1333
ERD12AB Ethics, Rights and Democracy 16 0.1333
WIL12AB Work-integrated Learning 16 0.1333
Total: 64 0.5332

REMARKS

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

After successful completion of this qualification, the Higher Certificate will be awarded during
an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

The programme will be offered on a full-time basis over a period of one year, or on a part-time
basis over a period of two years. The programme will only be offered on a part-time basis if
enough students enrol for the course on a part-time basis.

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification is required for admission.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Candidates with a CUT score lower than 26 points may be subject to a selection process based
on a minimum number of points to be scored on the CUT scoring scale.

Additional admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a mark of 50% for English is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in English is
required.

PREREQUISITES

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order. A distinction (75% or
more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional offering B. A pass
(without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in order to meet
the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means that the
student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester. No student will be
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allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
programme.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing Personal Information Management

(PIM5011 OR PIM5012).

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The aim of the programme is to provide qualified students with the necessary skills to integrate
generic community development knowledge and skills in an effective manner, in order to
promote ethical and professional community development work in practice. The range of
subjects in the qualification will allow the student to gain knowledge relating to community
development worker careers in a wide range of sectors, such as sustainable community
development (administration); rural and urban development; local government; Integrated
Development Planning (IDP) and Local Economic Development (LED) initiatives;
administration and governance of sustainable development projects; human settlements; and
community health matters, such as HIV/AIDS.
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13. DIPLOMAS: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES (ECPs)

13.1 EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME: DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY

MANAGEMENT EX_HSM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 390
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings
1st YEAR SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
AMT11AT Accommodation Management I: Theory 5 0.046
AMT12AT Accommodation Management I: Theory 5 0.046
AMP11AT Accommodation Management I: Practical 5 0.046
AMP12AT Accommodation Management I: Practical 5 0.046
HFM11AT Hospitality Financial Management I 8 0.075
HFM12AT Hospitality Financial Management I 8 0.075
HMM11AT Hospitality Management I 9 0.083
HMM12AT Hospitality Management I 9 0.083
Total: 54 0.500

2nd YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
CST11AB Culinary Studies: Theory I 5 0.035
CST12AB Culinary Studies: Theory I 5 0.035
CSP11AB Culinary Studies: Practical I 5 0.035
CSP12AB Culinary Studies: Practical I 5 0.035
FSA11BV First Aid 2 0.014
FBS11AT Food and Beverage Studies I: Theory 5 0.035
FBS12AT Food and Beverage Studies I: Theory 5 0.035
FBS11AP Food and Beverage Studies I: Practical 5 0.035
FBS12AP Food and Beverage Studies I: Practical 5 0.035
HHS11AT Hospitality Health and Safety I 3 0.021
HHS12AT Hospitality Health and Safety I 3 0.021
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.041
PIM5011 OR Personal Information Management
0
PIM5012
ITW12BV Introduction to Wine 6 0.038
LCS5011 Academic Literacy and Communication 6 0.041
Studies
LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 6 0.041
Studies
DLC5012 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.041
Total: 78 0.538
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3rd YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
ACM21AT Accommodation Management II 14 0.098
CSN21AT Culinary Studies and Nutrition II 12 0.084
FBV21TP Food and Beverage Studies II 12 0.084
HCM11AT Hospitality Communication I 4 0.027
HFM21AT Hospitality Financial Management II 6 0.042
HIL11AT Hospitality Industry Law I 4 0.027
HIS11AT Hospitality Information Systems I 4 0.027
HMM21AT Hospitality Management II 6 0.042
HMK11AT Hospitality Marketing I 4 0.028
HSE11AT Hospitality Service Excellence I 6 0.042
ACM32AT Accommodation Management III 14 0.098
EMM12TP Events Management I 24 0.167
HFM32AT Hospitality Financial Management III 6 0.042
HIL22AT Hospitality Industry Law II 4 0.028
HIS22AT Hospitality Information Systems II 4 0.028
HMD12AT Hospitality Media I 4 0.028
HMM32AT Hospitality Management III 6 0.042
HMK22AT Hospitality Marketing II 4 0.028
Total: 138 0.962

4th YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
HSM11W Work-integrated Learning for Hospitality 60 0.5
Management I
HSM22W Work-integrated Learning for Hospitality 60 0.5
Management II
Total: 120 1.00

REMARKS

Admission requirements

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

In consideration of the demanding nature of the hospitality industry, the Hotel School follows a
strict selection process. An applicant’s suitability for the course is assessed on the basis of
previous academic performance. In addition, an applicant wishing to be considered for this
learning programme must possess qualities such as versatility, willpower, determination, social
skills and the ability to work independently. Previous and current involvement/interest in the
industry will be to the candidate’s advantage.

Due to the limited number of students that can be accommodated, interviews and psychometric
testing are conducted at the Hotel School in Bloemfontein with prospective candidates who obtain
a CUT score between 23 and 26. Applicants must convince the selection panel of their motivation,
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attitude and enthusiasm for a career in Hospitality Management. Proficiency in written and
spoken English is essential.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in one of the
following subjects is recommended: Accounting, Mathematics, Business Economics,
Economics, Mercantile Law, Hotel-keeping and Catering, or Home Economics. Due to the
relatively high demand for places in this programme, no applicants with a score lower than 23 on
the CUT scoring scale will be considered for selection (recognition of prior learning (RPL) cases
excluded). Candidates who score between 23 and 26 points on the CUT scoring scale are invited
to an interview and psychometric test.

For candidates who completed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter:
In addition to the general admission requirements, a candidate will also be subject to a selection
test and an interview. Consumer Science, Hospitality Studies, Accounting or Business Studies
is recommended. Due to the relatively high demand for places in this programme, no applicants
with a score lower than 23 on the CUT scoring scale will be considered for selection (RPL cases
excluded). Candidates who score between 23 and 26 points on the CUT scoring scale are invited
to an interview and psychometric test.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

PREREQUISITES

A student must pass all first-year instructional offerings in order to continue with second-year
instructional offerings of the ECP.
A student may not change from the ECP to the regular programme.

• After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be awarded during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

• Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential.

• Academic Literacy and Communication Studies is a compulsory core module consisting out
of two semester modules: LCS5011 and LCS5012. The Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme requires the successful completion of both these semester
modules. Failing instructional offering A means that the student must re-register for
instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

• Personal Information Management (PIM5011 or PIM5012).

• For first-year studies, a student may only continue with a second-semester subject if the
specific first-semester subject has been successfully completed.

• A student may only follow the second- or third-year level of study on condition that the first-
or second-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.
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• A student may only register for Accommodation Management II if he/she has passed
Accommodation Management I: Theory and Accommodation Management I: Practical.

• A student must pass Culinary Studies: Theory I, Culinary Studies: Practical I and Nutrition
I before he/she will be allowed to register for Culinary Studies II.

INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS PREREQUISITE INSTRUCTIONAL

OFFERINGS
ACM21AT AMT11AT and AMT12AT (semester 1 and 2)
AMP11AT and AMP12AT (semester 1 and 2)
CSN21AT CST11AB and CST12AB (semester 1 and 2)
CSP11AB and CSP12AB
FBV21TP FBS11AT and FBS12AT (semester 1 and 2)
FBS11AP and FBS11AP (semester 1 and 2)
HFM21AT HFM11AT and HFM12AT (semester 1 and 2)
HMM21AT HMM11AT and HMM12AT (semester 1 and 2)
ACM32AT ACM21AT
EMM11TP CSN21AT
FBV21TP
HFM32AT HFM21AT
HIL22AT HIL11AT
HIS22AT HIS11AT
HMM32AT HMM21AT
HMK22AT HMK11AT
HSM11W All first, second and third-year level instructional
offerings
HSM22W All first, second and third-year level instructional
offerings

This learning programme is offered on a full-time basis.

Work-integrated learning:

• The student completes two six month periods of work-integrated learning at an accredited
hospitality institution during the fourth year of study.

• A student who is absent from a function without a medical certificate may be denied
admission to Hospitality Work-integrated Learning I & II. It is required of a student to catch-
up the missed practical classes or functions, due to whatever reason, prior to being placed on
Hospitality Work Integrated Learning.

• A student will only be placed for Hospitality Work-integrated Learning I and II if he/she
passed all first, second and third-year level instructional offerings.

• A student who is dismissed on the basis of misconduct whilst undergoing his/her work-
integrated learning will fail the instructional offering, and will have to re-apply for admission
to the Hotel School.
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• A student’s work-integrated learning with an employer may be terminated if the conduct of

the student is harmful to the reputation of the employer and/or the Hotel School. The student
will then fail the instructional offering.

General:

It is compulsory for students to adhere strictly to the stipulated dress code, and all other rules as
addressed in the Rule Book of the Hotel School. The Hotel School insists that its students conform
to the international standards of a positive and professional attitude. Lecturers continuously
assess students as far as knowledge of instructional offerings and professional attitude are
concerned.

It is expected of students to participate in community engagement projects initiated by the Hotel

School in order to advance their field of expertise and their ability to work under pressure in
industry situations.

Involvement in functions organised by the Hotel School forms a compulsory part of the
instructional offerings. All students are to be involved in departmental functions organised by the
Operational Manager. All functions involving the department are the responsibility of the
Operational Manager, and are approved at a departmental meeting.

Any application for permission to be absent from class due to illness, death of a family member
or another urgent matter is to be submitted to the Departmental Administrator of the Hotel School
within 48 hours of the class/assessment missed. In the case of an assessment missed, the student
must personally make alternative arrangements for a sick test with the lecturer within 48 hours
from the date on the medical certificate. A student who is absent from two practical sessions in
the same instructional offering without a valid excuse risks being denied admission to the final
assessment in that particular instructional offering.
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14. DIPLOMAS

14.1 DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT DP_HSM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDMAITS REQUIRED: 396
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
AMT11AT Accommodation Management I: Theory 5 0.038
AMT12AT Accommodation Management I: Theory 5 0.038
AMP11AT Accommodation Management I: Practical 5 0.038
AMP12AT Accommodation Management I: Practical 5 0.038
CST11AB Culinary Studies: Theory I 5 0.038
CST12AB Culinary Studies: Theory I 5 0.038
CSP11AB Culinary Studies: Practical I 5 0.038
CSP12AB Culinary Studies: Practical I 5 0.038
FSA11BV First Aid 2 0.015
FBS11AT Food and Beverage Studies I: Theory 5 0.038
FBS12AT Food and Beverage Studies I: Theory 5 0.038
FBS11AP Food and Beverage Studies I: Practical 5 0.038
FBS12AP Food and Beverage Studies I: Practical 5 0.038
HFM11AT Hospitality Financial Management I 8 0.061
HFM12AT Hospitality Financial Management I 8 0.061
HHS11AT Hospitality Health and Safety I 3 0.023
HHS12AT Hospitality Health and Safety I 3 0.023
HMM11AT Hospitality Management I 9 0.068
HMM12AT Hospitality Management I 9 0.068
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.046
PIM5011 OR Personal Information Management 0
PIM5012
ITW12BV Introduction to Wine 6 0.045
LCS5011 Academic Literacy and Communication 6 0.045
Studies
LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 6 0.045
Studies
DLC5012 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.045
Total: 132 1.000
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2ND YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
ACM21AT Accommodation Management II 14 0.101
CSN21AT Culinary Studies and Nutrition II 12 0.087
FBV21TP Food and Beverage Studies II 12 0.087
HCM11AT Hospitality Communication I 4 0.029
HFM21AT Hospitality Financial Management II 6 0.043
HIL11AT Hospitality Industry Law I 4 0.029
HIS11AT Hospitality Information Systems I 4 0.029
HMM21AT Hospitality Management II 6 0.043
HMK11AT Hospitality Marketing I 4 0.029
HSE11AT Hospitality Service Excellence I 6 0.043
ACM32AT Accommodation Management III 14 0.101
EMM12TP Events Management I 24 0.174
HFM32AT Hospitality Financial Management III 6 0.043
HIL22AT Hospitality Industry Law II 4 0.030
HIS22AT Hospitality Information Systems II 4 0.030
HMD12AT Hospitality Media I 4 0.030
HMM32AT Hospitality Management III 6 0.043
HMK22AT Hospitality Marketing II 4 0.029
Total: 138 1.000

3rd YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
HSM11W Work-integrated Learning for Hospitality 60 0.5
Management I
HSM22W Work-integrated Learning for Hospitality 60 0.5
Management II
Total: 120 1

REMARKS

Admission requirements

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected

according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

In consideration of the demanding nature of the hospitality industry, the Hotel School follows
a strict selection process. An applicant’s suitability for the course is assessed on the basis of
previous academic performance. In addition, an applicant wishing to be considered for this
learning programme must possess qualities such as versatility, willpower, determination, social
skills and the ability to work independently. Previous and current involvement/interest in the
industry will be to the candidate’s advantage.

Due to the limited number of students that can be accommodated, interviews and psychometric
testing are conducted at the Hotel School in Bloemfontein with prospective candidates who
obtain a CUT score between 27 and 32. Applicants must convince the selection panel of their
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motivation, attitude and enthusiasm for a career in Hospitality Management. Proficiency in

written and spoken English is essential.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in one of the
following subjects is recommended: Accounting, Mathematics, Business Economics,
Economics, Mercantile Law, Hotel-keeping and Catering, or Home Economics. Candidates
with 32 points or more on the CUT scoring scale will be automatically admitted to this
programme. Due to the relatively high demand for places in this programme, no applicants with
a score lower than 27 on the CUT scoring scale will be considered for selection (recognition of
prior learning (RPL) cases excluded).

For candidates who completed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter:
In addition to the general admission requirements, a candidate will also be subject to a selection
test and an interview. Consumer Science, Hospitality Studies, Accounting or Business Studies
is recommended. Candidates with 32 points or more on the CUT scoring scale will be
automatically admitted to the programme, subject to any other conditions that may apply. Due
to the relatively high demand for places in this programme, no applicants with a score lower
than 27 on the CUT scoring scale will be considered for selection (RPL cases excluded).
Candidates who score between 27 and 32 points on the CUT scoring scale are invited to an
interview and psychometric test.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

PREREQUISITES

• After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be awarded during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

• Proficiency in written and spoken English is essential.

• Academic Literacy and Communication Studies is a compulsory core module consisting out
of two semester modules: LCS5011 and LCS5012. The Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme requires the successful completion of both these
semester modules. Failing instructional offering A means that the student must re-register
for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

• Personal Information Management (PIM5011 or PIM5012).

• For first-year studies, a student may only continue with a second-semester subject if the
specific first-semester subject has been successfully completed.

• A student may only follow the second- or third-year level of study on condition that the
first- or second-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

• A student may only register for Accommodation Management II if he/she has passed
Accommodation Management I: Theory and Accommodation Management I: Practical.
 426

• A student must pass Culinary Studies: Theory I, Culinary Studies: Practical I and Nutrition
I before he/she will be allowed to register for Culinary Studies II.

INSTRUCTIONAL PREREQUISITE INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS

OFFERINGS
ACM21AT AMT11AT and AMT12AT (semester 1 and 2)
AMP11AT and AMP12AT (semester 1 and 2)
CSN21AT CST11AB and CST12AB (semester 1 and 2)
CSP11AB and CSP12AB
FBV21TP FBS11AT and FBS12AT (semester 1 and 2)
FBS11AP and FBS11AP (semester 1 and 2)
HFM21AT HFM11AT and HFM12AT (semester 1 and 2)
HMM21AT HMM11AT and HMM12AT (semester 1 and 2)
ACM32AT ACM21AT
EMM11TP CSN21AT
FBV21TP
HFM32AT HFM21AT
HIL22AT HIL11AT
HIS22AT HIS11AT
HMM32AT HMM21AT
HMK22AT HMK11AT
HSM11W All first, second and third-year level instructional offerings
HSM22W All first, second and third-year level instructional offerings

This learning programme is offered on a full-time basis.

Work-integrated learning:

• The student completes two six month periods of work-integrated learning at an accredited
hospitality institution during the third year of study.

• A student who is absent from a function without a medical certificate may be denied
admission to Hospitality Work-integrated Learning I & II. It is required of a student to
catch-up the missed practical classes or functions, due to whatever reason, prior to being
placed on Hospitality Work Integrated Learning.

• A student will only be placed for Hospitality Work-integrated Learning I and II if he/she
passed all first-year, second year and third-year level instructional offerings.

• A student who is dismissed on the basis of misconduct whilst undergoing his/her work-
integrated learning will fail the instructional offering, and will have to re-apply for
admission to the Hotel School.

• A student’s work-integrated learning with an employer may be terminated if the conduct

of the student is harmful to the reputation of the employer and/or the Hotel School. The
student will then fail the instructional offering.

General:
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It is compulsory for students to adhere strictly to the stipulated dress code, and all other rules as
addressed in the Rule Book of the Hotel School. The Hotel School insists that its students
conform to the international standards of a positive and professional attitude. Lecturers
continuously assess students as far as knowledge of instructional offerings and professional
attitude are concerned.

It is expected of students to participate in community engagement projects initiated by the Hotel

School in order to advance their field of expertise and their ability to work under pressure in
industry situations.

Involvement in functions organised by the Hotel School forms a compulsory part of the
instructional offerings. All students are to be involved in departmental functions organised by
the Operational Manager. All functions involving the department are the responsibility of the
Operational Manager, and are approved at a departmental meeting.

Any application for permission to be absent from class due to illness, death of a family member
or another urgent matter is to be submitted to the Departmental Administrator of the Hotel
School within 48 hours of the class/assessment missed. In the case of an assessment missed,
the student must personally make alternative arrangements for a sick test with the lecturer within
48 hours from the date on the medical certificate. A student who is absent from two practical
sessions in the same instructional offering without a valid excuse risks being denied admission
to the final assessment in that particular instructional offering.

4.2 DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT DP_HRM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 384
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 12 0.049
Studies
DLC5012 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.049
BMI115E BMI125E Business Management I 22 0.050
HRM115E HRM125E Human Resources Management I 24 0.100
ARG11AB ARG12AB Labour Law I 24 0.100
MFB122 Mathematics for Business 6 0.100
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 0.050
QTH115E QTH125E Quantitative Techniques I 24 0
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AHP115E AHP125E Accounting for Human Resources 24 0.100

Practitioners I
Total: 142 1

2ND YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
BMI216E BMI226E Business Management II 22 0.100
HRI115C HRI125C Human Resources Information System 24 0.100
HRM216E HRM226E Human Resources Management II 24 0.100
IRS116E IRS126E Industrial Relations I 24 0.100
MOT116E MOT126E Management of Training I 24 0.100
Total: 118 1

3RD YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
BMI316E BIM326E Business Management III 22 0.100
HRM316E HRM326E Human Resources Management III 24 0.100
IRS216E IRS226E Industrial Relations II 24 0.100
MOT216E MOT226E Management of Training II 24 0.100
HRM116W HRM126W Work-integrated Learning for Human 30 0.100
Resources Management
Total: 124 1

REMARKS

This learning programme is presented both during the day and during the evening.

After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be awarded during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected

according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

At least 27 or more points on the CUT scoring scale, based on the National Senior Certificate
(NSC) results.

Grade 12. A minimum of 50% in English is required. Candidates may be required to write a
selection test.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a selection test will apply to candidates with
22 to 26 points on the CUT scoring scale. A minimum mark of 50% in English at Grade 12
level is required.

PREREQUISITES
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The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that
the first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order. A distinction (75%
or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional offering B. A pass
(without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in order to meet
the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means that the
student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme as well as Personal Information Management (PIM5011
is equivalent to PIM5012)

The student is required to conduct practical work at a business as part of the final mark in
certain instructional offerings (i.e. work-integrated learning). Only students who have passed
all their second – year level of instructional offerings will be allowed to go on work integrated
learning.

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional

offering

Business Management I (Semester 2) Business Management I

(Semester 1)
Business Management II (Semester 1) Business Management I
(Semester 1 & 2)
Business Management II (Semester 2) Business Management I
(Semester 1)
Business Management III (Semester 1) Business Management II
(Semester 1 &2)
Business Management III (Semester 2) Business Management III
(Semester 1)

Human Resources Information System (Semester 1) Human Resources Management I

Human Resources Information System (Semester 2) Human Resources
Information system
(Semester 1)
Human Resources Management I (Semester 2) Human Resources
Management I (Semester 1)
Human Resources Management II (Semester 1) Human Resources
Management I (Semester 1 & 2)
Human Resources Management II (Semester 2) Human Resources
Management II (Semester 1)
Human Resources Management III (Semester 1) Human Resources
Management II (Semester 1 & 2)
Human Resources Management III (Semester 2) Human Resources
Management III (Semester 1)

Labour Law (Semester 2) Labour Law (Semester 1)

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Industrial Relations I (Semester 1) Labour Law (Semester 1 & 2)

Industrial Relations I (Semester 2) Industrial Relations I (Semester
1)
Industrial Relations II (Semester 1) Industrial Relations I (Semester 1
& 2)
Industrial Relations II (Semester 2) Industrial Relations II (Semester
1)
Management of Training I (Semester 2) Management of Training I
(Semester 1)
Management of Training II (Semester 1) Management of Training I
(Semester 1 & 2)
Management of Training II (Semester 2) Management of Training II
(Semester 1)
Work-integrated Learning for Human Resources All second year level
instructional offerings

14.3 DIPLOMA IN MARKETING MANAGEMENT DP_MKT

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

The International Direction will only be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 372
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
LCS5011 Academic Literacy and 6 0.049
Communication Studies
LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 6 0.049
Communication Studies
BMI115C BMI125C Business Management I 24 0.100
EKN11EB EKN12EB Economics I 24 0.100
MRK115C MRK125C Marketing I 24 0.100
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 0
PSE115C PSE125C Personal Selling I 24 0.100
DLC5012 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.050
MFB122 Mathematics for Business 6 0.050
Total: 120 1
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2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
ACM115C ACM125C Accounting for Marketers I 24 0.100
CBE215E CBE225E Consumer Behaviour II or 24 0.100
INB215E INB225E International Business Management 0.100
II
IBM215E IBM225E International Marketing II or 24 0.100
MRK215E MRK225E Marketing II 0.100
HRG11AB HRG12AB Mercantile Law I 24 0.100
QTH115C QTH125C Quantitative Techniques I 24 0.100
MKT125W Work-integrated Learning for 12 0.100
Marketing
Total: 132 1

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
IMC316C IMC326C Integrated Marketing 24 0.100
Communication
IBM316E IBM326E International Marketing III or 24 0.100
MRK316E MRK326E Marketing III 0.100
MRE316C MRE326C Marketing Research 24 0.100
IFN316E IFN326E International Finance III or 0.100
24
SMN316E SMN326E Sales Management III 0.100
MKT216W MKT226W Work-integrated Learning for 24 0.100
Marketing
Total: 120 1

REMARKS

The student is required to conduct practical work at a business as part of the final mark in certain
instructional offerings (i.e. work-integrated learning). Only students who have passed all their
first- and second-year subjects may enrol for Work-integrated Learning.

This learning programme is presented during the day only.

After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be awarded during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

A candidate for the Diploma must score at least 27 or more points on the CUT scoring scale based
on the June or subsequent National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Grade 12) examination. A student
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must obtain a score of at least 4 (50%) in English. Candidates may be required to write a selection
test.
For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:
In addition to the general admission requirements, Mathematics, Accounting and commercial
subjects are highly recommended. A minimum mark of 50% in English at Grade 12 level is
required.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that
the first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order. A distinction (75% or
more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional offering B. A pass
(without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in order to meet
the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means that the
student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.

Please note: A student taking Marketing II must also take Consumer Behaviour I (not
necessarily in the same year).
A student taking International Marketing II must also take International Business
Management II (not necessarily in the same year).

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

Business Management I (Semester 2) Business Management I (Semester

1)
International Business Management II Business Management I (Semester
1)
International Business Management II Business Management I (Semester
2)
International Marketing II Marketing I (Semester 1)
International Marketing II Marketing I (Semester 2)
International Finance Accounting for Marketers (Semester
1 &2)
International Marketing III International Marketing II (Semester
1)
International Marketing III International Marketing II (Semester
2)
Marketing II Marketing I (Semester 1)
Marketing II Marketing I (Semester 2)
Marketing III Marketing II (Semester 1)
Marketing III Marketing II (Semester 2)
Sales Management III Personal Selling I (Semester 1)
Sales Management III Personal Selling I (Semester 2)
Work-integrated Learning for Marketing (MKT216W) Work-integrated Learning for
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Semester 1 and (MKT226W) Semester 2 Marketing (MKT125W) Semester 2

Work-integrated Learning for Marketing (MKT226W) Work-integrated Learning for
(Semester 2) Marketing (MKT216W) Semester 1
Work-integrated Learning for Marketing Marketing I & II (Semester 1 & 2)
(MKT216W & MKT226W) International Marketing II (Semester
1 & 2)
Personal Selling I (Semester 1 & 2)
Business Management I(Semester 1
& 2)
Marketing III (Semester 2) Marketing III (Semester 1)
International Marketing III (Semester 2) International Marketing III
(Semester 1)
Marketing Research III (Semester 2) Marketing Research (Semester 1)
Consumer Behaviour (Semester 2) Consumer Behaviour (Semester 1)
Integrated Marketing Communication (Semester 2) Integrated Marketing
Communication (SePmester 1)
International Finance (Semester 2) International Finance (Semester 1)

14.4 DIPLOMA IN OFFICE MANAGEMENT AND TECHNOLOGY DP_OMT

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 12 0.0833
Studies
BAC115C BAC125C Business Accounting 24 0.1667
BSS115E BSS125E Business Studies I 24 0.1667
IAD115C IAD125C Information Administration I 24 0.1667
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 0
OMT115W OMT125W Work-integrated Learning for Office 12 0.0833
Management and Technology I
Optional instructional offerings:
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Any two of the following:

HRM115E HRM125E Human Resources Management I 24 0.1667
LGP116C LGP126C Legal Practice I 24 0.1667
HRG11AB HRG12AB Mercantile Law I 24
Total: 144 1

2ND YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
BSS216E BSS226E Business Studies II 24 0.1667
COM216C COM226C Communication II 24 0.1667
IAD216C IAD226C Information Administration II 24 0.1667
OMT216W OMT226W Work-integrated Learning for Office 24 0.1667
Management and Technology II
Optional instructional offerings:
Any two of the following not preciously taken:
HRM115E HRM125E Human Resources Management I 24 0.1667
HRM216E HRM226E Human Resources Management II 24 0.1667
LGP116C LGP126C Legal Practice I 24
LGP216C LGP226C Legal Practice II 24
HRG11AB HRG12AB Mercantile Law I 24
HRG21AB HRG22AB Mercantile Law II 24
Total: 144 1

3RD YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
BSS316C BSS326C Business Studies III 24 0.3333
IAD316C IAD326C Information Administration III 24 0.3333
OMT316W OMT326W Work-integrated Learning for Office 24 0.3333
Management and Technology II
Optional instructional offerings:
No optional instructional offerings to be taken during this year, as three months’ work-integrated
learning will take place.
Total: 72 1
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REMARKS

In addition to the compulsory instructional offerings, at least one optional instructional

offering must be taken up to level II, so that a total of at least 17 instructional offerings
constitute the Diploma.

The candidate is expected to gain three months’ practical experience at an approved institution
during the third year of study.

This learning programme is presented both full-time and part-time. Students should note that
part-time classes will be completed within a minimum of 4 (four) years.

After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be awarded during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected

according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

Grade 12. Certain selection criteria apply.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second- and third- year level of study on condition that the first- or second-year
level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

Instructional Subject codes Prerequisite instructional Subject codes

offering offering
Business Studies II BSS215E & Business Studies I BSS115E & BSS125E
BSS225E
Business Studies III BSS316C & Business Studies II BSS216E & BSS226E
BSS326C
Information IAD216C & Information Administration I IAD115C & IAD125C
Administration II IAD226C
Work-integrated OMT216W & Work-integrated Learning for OMT115W & OMT125W
Learning for Office OMT226W Office Management I
Management II
Information IAD316C & Information Administration II IAD216C & IAD226C
Administration III IAD326C
Work-integrated OMT316W Work-integrated Learning for OMT216W & OMT226W
Learning for Office Office Management II
Management III
Work-integrated OMT316W Business Studies I BSS115E & BSS125E
Learning for Office OMT326W Business Studies II BSS216E & BSS226E
Management III Information Administration I IAD115C & IAD125C
Information Administration II IAD216C & IAD226C
Work-integrated Learning for
Office Management I OMT115W & OMT125W
Work-integrated Learning for
Office Management II OMT216W & OMT226W
Legal Practice I LGP116C & LGP126C
Legal Practice II LGP216C & LGP226C
Mercantile Law I HRG11AB & HRG12AB
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Mercantile Law II HRG21AB & HRG22AB

Human Resources I HRM115E & HRM125E
Human Resources II HRM216E & HRM226E
Basic Accounting Skills BAC115C & BAC125C
Communication II COM216C & COM226C
Personal information Management PIM5011 & PIM5012
Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies LCS5011 & LCS5012
Legal Practice II LGP216C & Legal Practice I LGP116C & LGP126C
LGP226C
Mercantile Law II HRG21AB & Mercantile Law I HRG11AB & HRG12AB
HRG22AB
Human Resources II HRM216E & Human Resources I HRM115E & HRM125E
HRM226E
Communication II COM216C & Academic Literacy and LCS5011 & LCS5012
COM226C Communication Studies

14.5 DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT DP_PBM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein Campus and Welkom

Campus.

A candidate for the Diploma in Public Management must compile the prescribed
curriculum with due observance of the general regulations of CUT and the faculty,
in accordance with the following expositions:

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 12 0.100
Studies (Semester 1 & 2)
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.050
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 -
PTS11AB Public Information Services I 19 0.167
POM11AB Public Office Management and Customer 19 0.167
Service I
PEM11AB Public Resource Management I 19 0.167
PSD12AB Local Government Service Delivery 19 0.167
Management I
PDM12AB Public Decision-making I 19 0.167
PTS12AB Public Information Services I 19 0.167
SLM12AB Self-management I 19 0.167
Total: 132
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2ND YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
PAM21AB Public Administration and Management 19 0.167
II
PFM21AB Public Financial Management II 19 0.167
PHR21AB Public Human Resources Management II 19 0.167
INC22AB Intersectoral Collaboration 19 0.167
PLM22AB Procurement and Supply Chain 19 0.167
Management II
POB22AB Public Project Management II 19 0.167
Total: 114

3RD YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
FPM31AB Financial and Procurement Management 19 0.143
III
PAM31AB Public Administration and Management 19 0.143
III
PHR31AB Public Human Resources Management 19 0.143
III
PCS32AB Policy Studies III 19 0.143
PGB32AB Programme Management III 19 0.143
PMP32AB Public Management Practice and 19 0.143
Work-integrated Learning III
Total: 114

REMARKS

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be awarded during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.

The programme will be offered on a full-time or on a part-time basis over a period of three years.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional

offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering
B in order to meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A
means that the student must
re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.
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No student will be allowed to graduate without completing Personal Information Management

(PIM5011/PIM 5012). PIM5011 is equivalent to PIM5012.

Only students who failed PTS11AB should register for PTS12AB.

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification is required for admission.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NVC) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Candidates with a CUT score lower than 27 may be subject to a selection process based on a
minimum number of points to be scored on the CUT scoring scale.

Additional admission requirements:

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a mark of 50% in English is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in English is
required.

PREREQUISITES

If a student fails a specific module, the module must first be repeated in the next year, in the
semester in which the module is presented. The student may continue with the following year’s
modules, provided that the student first repeats the modules he/she has previously failed. No
student will be allowed to register for more than five modules per semester, with the exception
of students who applied for subject recognition.

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

FPM31AB PFM21AB
INC22AB PEM11AB
PCS32AB INC22AB
PLM22AB SLM12AB
PGB32AB POB22AB
POB22AB PSD12AB
PAM21AB POM11AB
PAM31AB PAM21AB
PFM21AB PEM11AB
PHR21AB No Prerequisite
PHR31AB PHR21AB
PMP32AB PLM22AB
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14.6 DIPLOMA IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT DP_TRM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 382
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years
Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 6 0.0454
Communication Studies
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6 0.0454
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.0454
EVM125E Event Management I 6 0.0454
FRE115E FRE125E French I or 12 0.0909
GRR115E GRR125E German I
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.0454
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 0
TOD115E TOD125E Tourism Development I 18 0.1364
TFM115E TFM125E Tourism Financial Management I 12 0.0909
TIL115E Tourism Industry Law I 6 0.0454
TOM115E TOM125E Tourism Management I 18 0.1364
TMR115E TMR125E Tourism Marketing I 18 0.1364
TOP115E TOP125E Tourism Practice I 18 0.1364
Total: 132 1

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
EVM216E EVM226E Event Management II 12 0.0952
HOT126E Hospitality Operations I 6 0.0476
TOD216E TOD226E Tourism Development II 24 0.1905
TFM216E TFM226E Tourism Financial Management II 12 0.0952
COM115E COM125E Tourism Media and 12 0.0952
Communication I
TOM216E TOM226E Tourism Management II 12 0.0952
TMR216E TMR226E Tourism Marketing II 18 0.1429
TOP216E TOP226E Tourism Practice II 24 0.1905
TSE116E Tourism Service Excellence I 6 0.0476
Total: 126 1
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3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
CUL115E Culture Studies I 4 0.0323
GAL115E Galileo Travelport (Elective) 0
HOT217E Hospitality Operations II 6 0.0484
PRJ115E Project Administration I 6 0.0484
TOD317E Tourism Development III 12 0.0968
TOM317E Tourism Management III 12 0.0968
TMR317E Tourism Marketing III 12 0.0968
TOP317E Tourism Practice III 12 0.0968
TRM327W Work-integrated Learning for 60 0.4839
Tourism Management
Total: 124 1

REMARKS

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification is required for admission to

the first year of study.
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:
A candidate must score at least 28 or more points on the CUT scoring scale. Every applicant
must write a scholastic aptitude test and can be enquired to undergo an interview. Due to the
relatively high demand for places in this programme, a candidate who scores less than 24
points on the CUT scoring scale will not be considered for selection.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

A candidate must score at least 28 or more points on the CUT scoring scale. Every applicant
must write a scholastic aptitude test and can be enquired to undergo an interview. Due to the
relatively high demand for places in this programme, a candidate who scores less than 24
points on the CUT scoring scale will not be considered for selection.

The student completes a six-month period of work-integrated learning at an accredited

tourism business during the last six months of the third year of study. Students need to be
self-sufficient during the six months of WIL.

It is expected of the student to participate in community engagement projects initiated by the

Department of Tourism and Events Management in order to advance their field of expertise.

Optional instructional offerings

German OR French, Galileo Travelport.

PREREQUISITES
The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition
that the first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order. A distinction (75%
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or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional offering B. A pass

(without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in order to
meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means
that the student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

o student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme and Personal Information Management (PIM5011 is
equivalent to PIM5012).

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional

offering

Advanced Digital Literacy Basic Digital Literacy

Event Management II Event Management I
Galileo Travelport Tourism Practice I
Hospitality Operations II Hospitality Operations I
Tourism Development II (Semester 1) Tourism Development I
(Semester 1 & 2)
Tourism Development III (Semester 1) Tourism Development II
(Semester 1 &2)
Tourism Financial Management II (Semester 1) Tourism Financial Management
I
(Semester 1 & 2)
Tourism Financial Management II (Semester 2) Tourism Financial Management
II
(Semester 1)
Tourism Management II (Semester 1) Tourism Management I
(Semester 1 & 2)
Tourism Management III (Semester 1) Tourism Management II
(Semester 1 & 2)
Tourism Marketing II (Semester 1) Tourism Marketing 1 (Semester
1 & 2)
Tourism Marketing III (Semester 1) Tourism Marketing II (Semester
1 & 2)
Tourism Practice II (Semester 1) Tourism Practice 1 (Semester 1
& 2)
Tourism Practice III (Semester 1) Tourism Practice II (Semester 1
& 2)
Work-integrated Learning for Tourism Management Tourism Marketing III,
Tourism Development III,
Tourism Management III,
Tourism Practice III
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15. BACHELOR’S DEGREES (ECP’S)

15.1 BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES IN ACCOUNTANCY (EXTENDED

CURRICULUM PROGRAMME) EX_BAC
This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom

SAQA CREDITS: 565

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 565
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 5 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR SAQA

HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDIT
1 2 CREDITS
S
Academic Literacy and Communication 12 0.123
LCS5001
Studies
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.062
DLC5011 Digital Literacy 6 0.062
ADC5022 Advanced Computer Literacy 6 0.062
BTRP115 Basic Transaction Recording Practice 12 0.123
PAFR125 Preparation and Financial Reporting 12 0.123
MFAC115 MFAC125 Mathematics for Accountancy 24 0.246
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0
Total 78 0.800

2ND YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
FNAC115 FNAC125 Financial Accounting I 32 0.337
PRSD125 Professional Skills Development I 8 0.084
ECON115 ECON125 Economics I 16 0.168
BUSM125 Business Management I 8 0.084
TAXN125 Taxation I 12 0.126
Total 76 0.800

3RD YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
PRSD215 Professional Skills Development II 8 0.049
FNAC216 FNAC226 Financial Accounting II 32 0.195
CFIM216 CFIM226 Cost and Financial Management I 25 0.153
TAXN216 TAXN226 Taxation II 25 0.153
AUIC216 AUIC226 Auditing and Internal Control II 25 0.153
BUSL215 BUSL225 Business law I 16 0.098
Total 131 0.800
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4TH YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
FNAC317 FNAC327 Financial Accounting III 32 0.184
CFIM317 CFIM327 Cost and Financial Management II 25 0.144
TAXN317 TAXN327 Taxation III 25 0.144
AUIC317 AUIC327 Auditing and Internal Control III 25 0.144
BUSL316 BUSL326 Business law II 16 0.092
RSMT327 Research methodology I 16 0.092
Total 139 0.800

5TH YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
RSMT418 Research methodology II 16 0.068
FNAC418 Financial Accounting IV 16 0.068
TAXN418 Taxation IV 13 0.055
CFIM418 Cost and Financial Management III 13 0.055
AUIC418 Auditing and Internal Control IV 13 0.055
WLSA428 WIL (simulation) 30 0.213
WLPA428 WIL (placement) 40 0.285
Total 141 0.800
Total for qualification 565 4

REMARKS
Only first-time entering (FTE) students will be considered for this programme.

All students will be required to be in possession of a laptop computer, complying with

Departmental specifications which will be revised and communicated annually.
Class attendance is not compulsory.
All offerings are compulsory.
Additional Admission Requirements

For admission to the Bachelor of Management Sciences in Accountancy (Extended Curriculum

Programme) at CUT, candidates must meet CUT’s general admission requirements, as well as the
following programme-specific minimum admission requirements:
• an M score of 27;
• proficiency in written and spoken English [50% (4) (NSC) or 60% (5) NCV)]; and
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• a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with degree exemption, or a Grade 12 certificate, or a

National Certificate Vocational (NCV) (4) (in Finance, Economics and Accounting) with
a minimum pass mark of level 5 (60%).
In addition to the above admission requirements, selection tests may be required, which may
include psychometric testing.
Candidates may apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL), according to CUT policy.
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:
In addition to the general admission requirements
• Accounting, with a minimum symbol C on Standard Grade (SG) or symbol D on Higher
Grade (HG), for candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before; and
• Accounting at level 5, with a minimum 60%, for the NCV (4) qualification.
For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:
In addition to the general admission requirements
• Accounting at Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 50% (4) for candidates who
completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter.
• Mathematical Literacy at Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 50% (4); or
Mathematics at Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 30% (2), for candidates who
completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter.
For candidates who completed the NCV (4) in 2008 and thereafter:
In addition to the general admission requirements
• Applied accounting at a minimum score of 60% (5) for candidates who completed the
NCV (4) in 2008 and thereafter.
• Mathematical Literacy with a minimum score of 60% (5); or Mathematics, with a
minimum score of 40% (3), for candidates who completed the NCV (4) in 2008 and
thereafter.
• A minimum score of 60% (5) in Economic Environment
• A minimum score of 60% (5) in Financial Management
• A minimum score of 50% (4) in New Venture Creation

Prerequisites:
Instructional Offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings
Financial Accounting II Financial Accounting I
Taxation II Financial Accounting I
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Taxation II Taxation I
Auditing and Internal Control II Financial Accounting I
Financial Accounting III Financial Accounting II
Cost and Financial Management II Cost and Financial Management I
Taxation III Taxation II
Auditing and Internal Control III Auditing and Internal Control II
Research methodology II Research methodology I
Financial Accounting IV Financial Accounting III
Taxation IV Taxation III
Cost and Financial Management III Cost and Financial Management II
Auditing and Internal Control IV Auditing and Internal Control III
WIL (simulation) All modules (excluding WIL placement)
WIL (placement) WIL (simulation)

A student will not be allowed to repeat the first year or part of the first year of the Extended Curriculum
Programme (ECP).
A student must pass all first-year instructional offerings in order to continue with second-year instructional
offerings of the ECP.
A student who fails to pass all instructional offerings of the first year of the Extended Curriculum
Programme will not be allowed to continue with the course Bachelor of Management Sciences in
Accounting (Extended Curriculum Programme).
A student may not change from the ECP to the regular programme.
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15.2 BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES IN INTERNAL AUDITING

(EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME) EX_BIA
This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein only

SAQA CREDITS: 553

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 553
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 5 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER CREDIT CREDITS
1 2 S
LCS5001
Academic Literacy and 12 0.123
Communication Studies
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.062
DLC5011 Digital Literacy 6 0.062
ADC5022 Advanced Computer Literacy 6 0.062
BTRP115 Basic Transaction Recording Practice 12 0.123
PAFR125 Preparation and Financial Reporting 12 0.123
MFAC115 MFAC125 Mathematics for Accountancy 24 0.246
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 0
Total 54 0.800

2ND YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
FNAC115 FNAC125 Financial Accounting I 32 0.337
PRSD125 Professional Skills Development I 8 0.084
ECON115 ECON125 Economics I 16 0.168
BUSM125 Business Management I 8 0.084
TAXN125 Taxation I 12 0.126
Total 76 0.800

3RD YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
PRSD215 Professional Skills Development II 8 0.049
FNAC216 FNAC226 Financial Accounting II 32 0.195
CFIM216 CFIM226 Cost and Financial Management I 25 0.153
TAXN216 TAXN226 Taxation II 25 0.153
AUIC216 AUIC226 Auditing and Internal Control II 25 0.153
BUSL215 BUSL225 Business law I 16 0.098
Total 131 0.800
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4TH YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
BUSM317 BUSM327 Business and Strategic Management 24 0.143
CFIM317 CFIM327 Cost and Financial Management II 25 0.149
INTA317 INTA327 Internal Auditing III 25 0.149
INFA317 Information Systems Auditing III 12 0.072
RSMT327 Research methodology I 16 0.096
FNAC317 FNAC327 Financial Accounting III 32 0.191
Total 134 0.800

5TH YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
RSMT418 Research methodology II 16 0.076
INTA418 Internal Auditing IV 12 0.057
RSKM418 Risk Management IV 12 0.057
INFA418 Information Systems Auditing IV 12 0.057
Public Financial and Procurement 12
PFPM418
Management III (elective) 0.057
Specialised Information Systems 12
SISA418
Auditing (elective) 0.057
WLSI428 WIL (simulation) 30 0.213
WLPI428 WIL (placement) 40 0.285
Total 134 0.800
Total 553 4

REMARKS

Only first-time entering (FTE) students will be considered for this programme.

All students will be required to be in possession of a laptop computer, complying with

Departmental specifications which will be revised and communicated annually.
Class attendance is not compulsoryAll offerings are compulsory, except for the one elective in the
final year of study.

Additional Admission Requirements

For admission to the Bachelor of Management Sciences in Internal Auditing (Extended Curriculum
Programme) at CUT, candidates must meet CUT’s general admission requirements, as well as the
following programme-specific minimum admission requirements:

• an M score of 27;
• proficiency in written and spoken English [50% (4) (NSC) or 60% (5) NCV)]; and
• a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with degree exemption, or a Grade 12 certificate, or a
National Certificate Vocational (NCV) (4) (in Finance, Economics and Accounting) with a
minimum pass mark of level 5 (60%).
In addition to the above admission requirements, selection tests may be required, which may include
psychometric testing.
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Candidates may apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL), according to CUT policy.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements

• Accounting, with a minimum symbol C on Standard Grade (SG) or symbol D on Higher Grade
(HG), for candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before; and
• Accounting at level 5, with a minimum 60%, for the NCV (4) qualification.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements

• Accounting at Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 50% (4) for candidates who completed
the NSC in 2008 and thereafter.
• Mathematical Literacy at Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 50% (4); or Mathematics at
Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 30% (2), for candidates who completed the NSC in
2008 and thereafter.

For candidates who completed the NCV (4) in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements

• Applied accounting at a minimum score of 60% (5) for candidates who completed the NCV
(4) in 2008 and thereafter.
• Mathematical Literacy with a minimum score of 60% (5); or Mathematics, with a minimum
score of 40% (3), for candidates who completed the NCV (4) in 2008 and thereafter.
• A minimum score of 60% (5) in Economic Environment
• A minimum score of 60% (5) in Financial Management
• A minimum score of 50% (4) in New Venture Creation

Prerequisites:

Instructional Offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Financial Accounting II Financial Accounting I

Taxation II Financial Accounting I
Taxation II Taxation I
Auditing and Internal Control II Financial Accounting I
Business and Strategic Management Business Management I
Cost and Financial Management II Cost and Financial Management I
Internal Auditing III Auditing and Internal Control II
Information Systems Auditing III Auditing and Internal Control II
Financial Accounting III Financial Accounting II
Research methodology II Research methodology I
Internal Auditing IV Internal Auditing III
Risk Management IV Internal Auditing III
Information Systems Auditing IV Information Systems Auditing III
Public Financial and Procurement Management III
Business and Strategic Management
(elective)
Specialised Information Systems Auditing (elective) Information Systems Auditing III
WIL (simulation) All modules (excluding WIL placement)
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WIL (placement) WIL (simulation)

A student will not be allowed to repeat the first year or part of the first year of the Extended
Curriculum Programme (ECP).

A student must pass all first-year instructional offerings in order to continue with second-year
instructional offerings of the ECP.

A student who fails to pass all instructional offerings of the first year of the Extended Curriculum
Programme will not be allowed to continue with the course Bachelor of Management Sciences in
Internal Auditing (Extended Curriculum Programme).
A student may not change from the ECP to the regular programme.
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16. ADVANCED DIPLOMAS

16.1 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN APPLIED MANAGEMENT AD_APM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom Campus

SAQA CREDITS: 144

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time (restricted and only
available to special projects) and 2 years part time

Instructional offerings
⃰ FULL-TIME (restricted and only available to special projects)

SAQA HEMIS
1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
MFM417 Management Fundamentals for First-Line 12 0.0833
Managers
PCM417 Procurement Management 12 0.0833
QFT417 Quantitative Techniques and Basic 12 0.0833
Financial Analysis Tools
IMG417 International Business Management 12 0.0833
RBP417 Responsible Business Practice 12 0.0833
RSS417 Research Skills 12 0.0833
PMF427 Project Management Fundamentals 12 0.0833
MEF427 Monitoring and Evaluation 12 0.0833
Fundamentals
STM427 Strategic Management 12 0.0833
SCM427 Supply Chain Management 12 0.0833
EPP427 Entrepreneurship Principles and 12 0.0833
Practices
INP427 Industry Project 12 0.0833
Total: 144 1

⃰ PART-TIME
1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
MFM417 Management Fundamentals for First- 0.0833
12
Line Managers
QFM417 Quantitative Techniques and Basic 0.0833
12
Financial Analysis Tools
IMG417 International Business Management 12 0.0833
PMF427 Project Management Fundamentals 12 0.0833
EPP427 Entrepreneurship Principles and 12 0.0833
Practices
STM427 Strategic Management 12 0.0833
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2ND YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
PCM417 Procurement Management 12 0.0833
RSS417 Research Skills 12 0.0833
RBP417 Responsible Business Practice 12 0.0833
MEF427 Monitoring and Evaluation 12 0.0833
Fundamentals
SCM427 Supply Chain Management 12 0.0833
INP427 Industry Project 12 0.0833
Total: 144 1

REMARKS

The program is available on both full-time and part-time bases.

This programme is presented through various modes:

• (i) Full-time, daytime and (ii) Part-time evenings. (Please note that normal students
must apply for only this mode).

The following modular modes/ options are restricted and only available to special
projects.

• Modular full-time (weekdays; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)
• Modular part-time (weekdays; weekends- this mode is reserved for special
projects.)

The minimum duration is:

• 1 year full-time.
• 2 years part-time (maximum three modules per semester).

After successful completion of this programme, the Advanced Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

• An approved 360-credit (NQF level 6) or higher.

• Recognition of prior learning (RPL) (conditions apply).
• Minimum three years’ working experience (work-integrated learning excluded).
• A minimum average of 55% for final-year diploma subjects.

Optional instructional offerings

• All instructional offerings are compulsory.
• Credit transfer through the recognition of subjects passed at the required fourth-year
level is allowed, subject to other CUT rules that include, amongst others, at least a
75% content coverage of the CUT-equivalent subject.
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16.2 ADVANCED DIPLOMA: HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT AD_HSM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein Campus

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time and 2 years part
time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
ASM41AT ASM42AT Strategic Management 32 0.267
RSM11AS RSM12AS Research Methodology 24 0.200
SMH31AT SMH32AT Hospitality Marketing 16 0.133
HFM41AT HFM42AT Hospitality Financial Management 32 0.267
HIN31A HIN32AT Hospitality Industrial Law 16 0.133
Total: 120 1

REMARKS

Admission requirements

A 360 credit Diploma at NQF Level 6 or 360 credit National Diploma.

A minimum of 60% achieved in all major subjects on third-year level is compulsory for
admission.
Proficiency in Academic English on NQF 6.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

This learning programme is offered on a full-time basis.

General:

The Hotel School insists that its students conform to the international standards of a positive
and professional attitude. Lecturers continuously assess students as far as knowledge of
instructional offerings and professional attitude are concerned. It is expected of students to
participate in community engagement projects initiated by the Hotel School in order to
advance their field of expertise and their ability to work under pressure in industry situations.

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

ASM42AT ASM41AT
RSM12AS RSM11AS
SMH32AT SMH31AT
HFM42AT HFM41AT
HIN312AT HIN312AT
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16.3 ADVANCED DIPLOMA: HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AD_HRM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom Campus.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year Full-time and 2 years Part-
time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
AHI417 Advanced HRM: Individual 12 0.1000
Behaviour
HCE417 Advanced Human Capital 12 0.1000
Development: ETD Environment
ERD417 Advanced ERM: Dispute Resolution 12 0.1000
FSP417 Fundamentals of Strategic Planning 12 0.1000
FRM417 Fundamentals of Research 12 0.1000
Methodology
AHO427 Advanced HRM: Organisational 12 0.1000
Behaviour
HCI427 Advanced Human Capital 12 0.1000
Development: ETD Interventions
ERA427 Advanced ERM: Application of ERM 12 0.1000
Theory
SIA427 Strategy in Action 12 0.1000
TRP427 The Research Process 12 0.1000
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS

The program is available on both full-time and part-time bases.

The program is available on (i) full-time daytime; (ii) full-time modular and (iii) part-
time evenings only bases. Please note that the full-time modular options are restricted
and reserved for special projects.

This programme is presented through various modes:

• (i) Full-time, daytime and (ii) Part-time evenings. (Please note that normal
students must apply for only this mode).

The following modular modes/ options are restricted and only available to special
projects.
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• Modular full-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special
projects.)
• Modular part-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special
projects.)

The minimum duration is:

• 1 year full-time.
• 2 years part-time (maximum three modules per semester).

After successful completion of this programme, the Advanced Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

An appropriate M+3 qualification with at least:

• Industrial Relations and Management of Training at second-year level;
• Human Resources Management and Business Management at third-year level;
and
• an average of 60% for final-year instructional offerings in the National Diploma:
Human Resources Management.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

Pre- requisites

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional

offering

Advanced HRM: Organisational Behaviour Advanced HRM: Individual

Behaviour
Advanced Human Capital Development: ETD Advanced Human Capital
Development:
Interventions ETD Environment
Advanced ERM: Application of ERM Theory Advanced ERM: Dispute
Resolution Management
Strategy in Action Fundamentals of Strategic
Planning
The Research Process Fundamentals of Research
Methodology
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16.4 ADVANCED DIPLOMA: MARKETING AD_MKT

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year Full-time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
FSP417 Fundamentals of Strategic Planning 12 0.1000
FRM417 Fundamentals of Research Methodology 12 0.1000
ISM417 Introduction to Strategic Marketing 12 0.1000
MMF417 / Managing Marketing Finance OR 12 0.1000
MPT417 Macroeconomics: Performance
Monitoring and Trends
MPF417 Marketing Plan Fundamentals 12 0.1000
SIA427 Strategy in Action (Implementation 12 0.1000
Drivers)
TRP427 The Research Process 12 0.1000
SMD427 Strategic Marketing Development 12 0.1000
EMF427 / Evaluation Marketing Finance OR 12 0.1000
MFP427 Macroeconomics: Fluctuations and Policy
MPP427 Marketing Plan Project 12 0.1000
Total: 120 1

REMARKS

The program is available on both full-time and part-time bases.

The program is available on (i) full-time daytime; (ii) full-time modular and (iii) part-time
evenings only bases. Please note that the full-time modular options are restricted and
reserved for special projects.

This programme is presented through various modes:

• (i) Full-time, daytime and (ii) Part-time evenings. (Please note that normal students
must apply for only this mode).

The following modular modes/ options are restricted and only available to special
projects.

• Modular full-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)
• Modular part-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)

The minimum duration is:

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• 1 year full-time.
• 2 years part-time (maximum three modules per semester).

After successful completion of this programme, the Advanced Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A National Diploma: Marketing or equivalent M+3 qualification, with a minimum of 60%

average at the third-year level of study at diploma level.

A student who has successfully completed the National Diploma: Import and Export
Management may also enrol for the Advanced Diploma: Marketing, provided that he/she has
also successfully completed Economics I. This prerequisite also apply for students who have
completed other diplomas in Marketing at other Higher Institutions.

Experienced learners not meeting these minimum academic requirements will be required to
go through a rigorous process of recognition of prior learning (RPL) to establish their
potential to participate in the program.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional

offerings

Economics II Economics I

16.5 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN MONITORING AND EVALUATION AD_MAE

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein only
This program is offered to sponsored groups only. In other words, it is not open for regular admissions.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time and 2 years part-
time.

Instructional offerings
⃰ FULL-TIME (restricted and only available to special projects)
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1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
BPME417 Basic Principles of Monitoring & 18 0.1500
Evaluation
PNME417 Planning for Monitoring and Evaluation 18 0.1500
DMSP417 Designing a Monitoring system/process 18 0.1500
DESP427 Designing an Evaluation system/process 18 0.1500
DCME427 Data collection methods for monitoring 18 0.1500
and evaluation
MERR427 Monitoring and evaluation research 30 0.2500
reporting
TOTAL 120 1

REMARKS
THIS PROGRAM IS OFFERED TO SPONSORED GROUPS ONLY. IN OTHER
WORDS, IT IS NOT OPEN FOR REGULAR ADMISSIONS.
The program is available on both full-time and part-time bases.
This programme is presented through various modes:
• (i) Full-time modular (ii) Part-time fortnightly on Saturdays
The minimum duration is:
• 1 year full-time.
• 2 years part-time (maximum two modules (36 credits) per semester).
After successful completion of this programme, the Advanced Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
• An approved 360-credit (NQF level 6) or higher.
• Recognition of prior learning (RPL) (conditions apply).
• Minimum three years’ working experience (work-integrated learning excluded).
• A minimum average of 55% for final-year diploma subjects.
• Preference is given to those working in M&E environment.
Optional instructional offerings
• All instructional offerings are compulsory.
• Credit transfer through the recognition of subjects passed at the required fourth-
year level is allowed, subject to other CUT rules that include, amongst others, at
least a 75% content coverage of the CUT-equivalent subject.
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16.6 ADVANCED DIPLOMA: PUBLIC MANAGEMENT AD_PBM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.
A student registering for the fourth-year Advanced Diploma: Public Management
must compile the prescribed curriculum with due observance of the general
regulations of CUT and the faculty, in accordance with the following expositions:
SAQA CREDITS: 120
MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year Full-time and 2 years Part-
time

Instructional offerings

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
PAC417 Public Accountability 20 0.1667
PHR417 Strategic Public Human Resource 20 0.1667
Management
RSM417 RSM427 Research Methodology 24 0.2000
GVR427 Governmental Relations 20 0.1667
SPA427 Public Administration and Managements 18 0.1500
PPM427 Public Policy Management 18 0.1500
Total: 120 1

Instructional offerings (Part- time students) Year 1

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS
CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
PAC417 Public Accountability IV 20 0.166
PPM427 Public Policy Management IV 18 0.150
SPH417 Strategic Public Human Resource 20 0.166
Management IV
GVR427 Governmental Relations IV 20 0.166
SPA427 Strategic Public Administration and 18 0.150
Management IV
Total: 120 1

Instructional offerings (Part time students) Year 2

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS
CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER
2
RSM417 RSM427 Research Methodology 24 0.20
Total: 120 1
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REMARKS

The prescribed six instructional offerings are compulsory.

This programme will be offered on a full-time and part-time basis over a period of one
year.

The learning programme is presented in the evening only – a full-time student must enrol as
a full-time student.

After successful completion of this qualification, the Advance Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A minimum of 55% achieved in all major subjects on third-year level is compulsory for
admission to all Advance Diploma qualifications, including the Advance Diploma: Public
Management.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A National Diploma: Public Management or an equivalent M+3 qualification, with appropriate
instructional offerings. Due to a limited number of students than can be accommodated,
applicants with an equivalent qualification must have at least two years working experience in
the public sector. Only limited candidates (a total of 10%) with equivalent qualifications
would be admitted per annum. Candidates with equivalent qualifications will be interviewed
and only the equivalent candidates who were interviewed have to complete the recognition op
prior learning template before they will be admitted. The recognition of prior learning process
is a time consuming process, therefore candidates with equivalent qualifications must apply as
soon as the admission process opens for the next year. Preference will be given to candidates
in managerial or supervisory positions.

For candidates who completed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter:
A National Diploma: Public Management or equivalent M+3 qualification, with appropriate
instructional offerings. Due to a limited number of students than can be accommodated,
applicants with an equivalent qualification must have at least two years working experience
in the public sector. Only limited candidates (a total of 10%) with equivalent qualifications
would be admitted per annum. Candidates with equivalent qualifications will be interviewed
and only the equivalent candidates who were interviewed have to complete the recognition
op prior learning template before they will be admitted. The recognition of prior learning
process is a time consuming process, therefore candidates with equivalent qualifications must
apply as soon as the admission process opens for the next year. Preference will be given
to candidates in managerial or supervisory positions.
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16.7 ADVANCED DIPLOMA: TOURISM MANAGEMENT AD_TRM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
TSM41AT TSM42AT Strategic Management 32 0.2667
TRM11AS TRM12AS Research Methodology 24 0.2000
TMR41AT TMR42AT Strategic Marketing in Tourism 32 0.2667
TRD41AS TRD42AS Sustainable Tourism and Destination 32 0.2667
Development
Total: 120 1

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Advanced Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A minimum of 55% achieved in all major subjects on third-year level is compulsory for
admission to all Advanced Diploma qualifications.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A Diploma: Tourism Management or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6 with minimum
of 360 credits.

For candidates who completed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter:
A Diploma: Tourism Management or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 6 with minimum
of 360 credits, with appropriate instructional offerings.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

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17. BACHELOR’S DEGREES

17.1 BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES IN ACCOUNTANCY

B_MSAC
This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom Campus

SAQA CREDITS: 517

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 517
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings
SAQA HEMIS
1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Academic Literacy and 12 0.113
LCS5001 Communication Studies
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.057
DLC5011 Digital Literacy 6 0.057
ADC5022 Advanced Computer Literacy 6 0.057
FNAC115 FNAC125 Financial Accounting I 32 0.302
PRSD125 Professional Skills Development I 8 0.075
ECON115 ECON125 Economics I 16 0.151
BUSM125 Business Management I 8 0.075
TAXN125 Taxation I 12 0.113
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 0
Total 106 1.000

SAQA HEMIS
2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
PRSD215 Professional Skills Development II 8 0.062
FNAC216 FNAC226 Financial Accounting II 32 0.244
CFIM216 CFIM226 Cost and Financial Management I 25 0.191
TAXN216 TAXN226 Taxation II 25 0.191
AUIC216 AUIC226 Auditing and Internal Control II 25 0.191
BUSL215 BUSL225 Business law I 16 0.122
Total 131 1.000

SAQA HEMIS
3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
FNAC317 FNAC327 Financial Accounting III 32 0.230
CFIM317 CFIM327 Cost and Financial Management II 25 0.180
TAXN317 TAXN327 Taxation III 25 0.180
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AUIC317 AUIC327 Auditing and Internal Control III 25 0.180

BUSL316 BUSL326 Business law II 16 0.115
RSMT327 Research methodology I 16 0.115
Total 139 1.000

SAQA HEMIS
4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
RSMT418 Research methodology II 16 0.113
FNAC418 Financial Accounting IV 16 0.113
TAXN418 Taxation IV 13 0.092
CFIM418 Cost and Financial Management III 13 0.092
AUIC418 Auditing and Internal Control IV 13 0.092
WLSA428 WIL (simulation) 30 0.213
WLPA428 WIL (placement) 40 0.285
Total 141 1.000
Total for qualification 517 4.000

REMARKS
All students will be required to be in possession of a laptop computer, complying with Departmental
specifications which will be revised and communicated annually.

Class attendance is not compulsory

All offerings are compulsory.

Additional Admission Requirements

For admission to the Bachelor of Management Sciences in Accountancy programme at CUT, candidates
must meet CUT’s general admission requirements, as well as the following programme-specific minimum
admission requirements:

• an M score of 27;
• proficiency in written and spoken English [50% (4) (NSC) or 60% (5) NCV)]; and
• a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with degree exemption, or a Grade 12 certificate, or a
National Certificate Vocational (NCV) (4) (in Finance, Economics and Accounting) with a
minimum pass mark of level 5 (60%).
Selection tests may be required, which may include psychometric testing.
Candidates may apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL), according to CUT policy.
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:
In addition to the general admission requirements
• Accounting, with a minimum symbol B on Standard Grade (SG) or symbol C on Higher Grade
(HG), for candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before; and
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• Accounting at level 4, with a minimum 60%, for the NCV (4) qualification.
For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:
In addition to the general admission requirements
• Accounting at Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 60% for candidates who completed the
NSC in 2008 and thereafter.
• Mathematical Literacy at Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 60%; or Mathematics at Grade
12 level, with a minimum score of 40%, for candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and
thereafter.

For candidates who completed the NCV (4) in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements

• Accounting at with a minimum score of 70% (6) for candidates who completed the NCV (4) in
2008 and thereafter.
• Mathematical Literacy with a minimum score of 70% (6); or Mathematics, with a minimum score
of 50% (4), for candidates who completed the NCV (4) in 2008 and thereafter.
• A minimum score of 70% (6) in Economic Environment
• A minimum score of 70% (6) in Financial Management
• A minimum score of 60% (5) in New Venture Creation

Prerequisites:
Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings
Financial Accounting II Financial Accounting I
Taxation II Financial Accounting I
Auditing and Internal Control II Financial Accounting I
Financial Accounting III Financial Accounting II
Cost and Financial Management II Cost and Financial Management I
Taxation III Taxation II
Auditing and Internal Control III Auditing and Internal Control II
Research Methodology II Research methodology I
Financial Accounting IV Financial Accounting III
Taxation IV Taxation III
Cost and Financial Management III Cost and Financial Management II
Auditing and Internal Control IV Auditing and Internal Control III
WIL (simulation) All modules (excluding WIL placement)
WIL (placement) WIL (simulation)
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17.2 BACHELOR OF MANAGEMENT SCIENCES IN INTERNAL AUDITING

B_MSIA
This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein only

SAQA CREDITS: 505

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 505
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
LCS5001
Academic Literacy and 12 0.113
Communication Studies
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.057
DLC5011 Digital Literacy 6 0.057
ADC5022 Advanced Computer Literacy 6 0.057
FNAC115 FNAC125 Financial Accounting I 32 0.302
PRSD125 Professional Skills Development I 8 0.075
ECON115 ECON125 Economics I 16 0.151
BUSM125 Business Management I 8 0.075
TAXN125 Taxation I 12 0.113
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0 0
Total 106 1.000

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
PRSD215 Professional Skills Development II 8 0.061
FNAC216 FNAC226 Financial Accounting II 32 0.244
CFIM216 CFIM226 Cost and Financial Management I 25 0.191
TAXN216 TAXN226 Taxation II 25 0.191
AUIC216 AUIC226 Auditing and Internal Control II 25 0.191
BUSL215 BUSL225 Business law I 16 0.122
Total 131 1.000
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3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
BUSM317 BUSM327 Business and Strategic Management 24 0.179
CFIM317 CFIM327 Cost and Financial Management II 25 0.187
INTA317 INTA327 Internal Auditing III 25 0.187
INFA317 Information Systems Auditing III 12 0.091
RSMT327 Research methodology I 16 0.119
FNAC317 FNAC327 Financial Accounting III 32 0.238
Total 134 1.000

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
RSMT418 Research methodology II 16 0.117
INTA418 Internal Auditing IV 12 0.094
RSKM418 Risk Management IV 12 0.094
INFA418 Information Systems Auditing IV 12 0.094
PFPM418
Public Financial and Procurement 12 0.094
Management III (elective)
SISA418
Specialised Information Systems 12 0.094
Auditing (elective)
WLSI428 WIL (simulation) 30 0.213
WLPI428 WIL (placement) 40 0.285
Total 134 1
Total for qualification 505 4

REMARKS

All students will be required to be in possession of a laptop computer, complying with Departmental
specifications which will be revised and communicated annually.

. Class attendance is not compulsory

All offerings are compulsory, except for the one elective module in the final year.

Additional Admission Requirements

For admission to the Bachelor of Management Sciences in Internal Auditing programme at CUT,
candidates must meet CUT’s general admission requirements, as well as the following programme-
specific minimum admission requirements:

• an M score of 27;
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• proficiency in written and spoken English [50% (4) (NSC) or 60% (5) NCV)]; and
• a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with degree exemption, or a Grade 12 certificate, or a
National Certificate Vocational (NCV) (4) (in Finance, Economics and Accounting) with a
minimum pass mark of level 5 (60%).
Selection tests may be required, which may include psychometric testing.
Candidates may apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL), according to CUT policy.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements

• Accounting, with a minimum symbol B on Standard Grade (SG) or symbol C on Higher Grade
(HG), for candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before; and
• Accounting at level 6, with a minimum 70%, for the NCV (4) qualification.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements

• Accounting at Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 60% (5) for candidates who completed
the NSC in 2008 and thereafter.
• Mathematical Literacy at Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 60% (5); or Mathematics at
Grade 12 level, with a minimum score of 40% (3), for candidates who completed the NSC in
2008 and thereafter.

For candidates who completed the NCV (4) in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements

• Accounting at with a minimum score of 70% (6) for candidates who completed the NCV (4) in
2008 and thereafter.
• Mathematical Literacy with a minimum score of 70% (6); or Mathematics, with a minimum
score of 50% (4), for candidates who completed the NCV (4) in 2008 and thereafter.
• A minimum score of 70% (6) in Economic Environment
• A minimum score of 70% (6) in Financial Management
• A minimum score of 60% (5) in New Venture Creation

Prerequisites:
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Instructional Offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Financial Accounting II Financial Accounting I
Taxation II Financial Accounting I
Taxation II Taxation I
Auditing and Internal Control II Financial Accounting I
Business and Strategic Management Business Management I
Cost and Financial Management II Cost and Financial Management I
Internal Auditing III Auditing and Internal Control II
Information Systems Auditing III Auditing and Internal Control II
Financial Accounting III Financial Accounting II
Research methodology II Research methodology I
Internal Auditing IV Internal Auditing III
Risk Management IV Internal Auditing III
Information Systems Auditing IV Information Systems Auditing III
Public Financial and Procurement Management III
Business and Strategic Management
(elective)
Specialised Information Systems Auditing (elective) Information Systems Auditing III
WIL (simulation) All modules (excluding WIL placement)
WIL (placement) WIL (simulation)
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18. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS

18.1 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ENTREPRENEURIAL MANAGEMENT

PD_ENT
This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom Campus

SAQA CREDITS: 144

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time (restricted and only
available to special projects) and 2
years part-time

Instructional offerings
⃰ FULL-TIME (restricted and only available to special projects)

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
EEC518 Entrepreneurship and Enterprise 12 0.08333
Creation
PJM518 Project Management 12 0.08333
LCM518 Leadership and Change 12 0.08333
Management
MFM518 Marketing for Managers 12 0.08333
RSM518 Research Methodology – Theory 12 0.08333
MWG518 Managing with Integrity 12 0.08333
STE528 Strategic Entrepreneurship 12 0.08333
GSB528 Global strategies in business 12 0.08333
HMO528 Managing Human Capital, Multi- 12 0.08333
Culture & Behaviour in
Organizations
RSP528 Research Methodology – Practical 12 0.08333
Projects
SCM528 Operations and supply chain 12 0.08333
management
AFM528 Accounting for managers 12 0.08333
TOTAL 144 1

⃰ PART-TIME
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
1ST YEAR CREDITS
OFFERINGS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
EEC518 Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
12 0.08333
Creation
RSM518 Research Methodology – Theory 12 0.08333
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PJM518 Project Management 12 0.08333

GSB528 Global strategies in business 12 0.08333
HMO528 Managing Human Capital, Multi-
Culture & Behaviour in 12 0.08333
Organizations
SCM528 Operations and supply chain
12 0.08333
management

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
LCM518 Leadership and Change 12 0.08333
Management
MFM518 Marketing for Managers 12 0.08333
MWG518 Managing with Integrity 12 0.08333
AFM528 Accounting for managers 12 0.08333
STE528 Strategic Entrepreneurship 12 0.08333
RSP528 Research Methodology – Practical 12 0.08333
Projects
Total: 144 1

REMARKS

The program is available on (i) full-time modular and (ii) part-time evenings only bases. Please
note that the full-time modular options are restricted and reserved for special projects.

This programme is presented through various modes:

• Part-time evenings only (Please note that normal students must apply for only this
mode).

The following modes/ options are restricted and only available to special projects.

• Modular full-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)
• Modular part-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)

After successful completion of this program, a Postgraduate Diploma in Entrepreneurial

Management (NQF 8) will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT

Admission requirements

A Baccalaureus Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification in the cognate field, with

relevant instructional offerings.

Admission to a master’s degree will be subject to a review process.

The student must have obtained a 60% average at Baccalaureus Technologiae OR

equivalent qualification.
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The student, in conjunction with CUT, should present a suitable research project in his/her
field of specialisation.

The student must score at least 60% in Research Methodology.

18.2 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

PD_HSM

This learning programme will be offered in the Bloemfontein campus.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time and 2 years part
time

Instructional offerings
⃰FULL-TIME OFFERINGS

1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
ABL51AB ABL52AB Applied Hospitality Business Leadership 30 0.250
TRI51AB TRI52AB Trends and Internationalisation in 30 0.250
Hospitality
PSD51AB PSD52AB Hospitality Product and Service 30 0.250
Development
ASA51AB ASA52AB Applied Statistical Analysis Hospitality 30 0.250
Project

REMARKS
The programme is available on a full-time basis.

After successful completion of this qualification, a postgraduate diploma will be awarded during
an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

Admission to the postgraduate diploma will be subject to a review process.

An Advanced Diploma or equivalent qualification in the cognate field at NQF level 7, with
relevant instructional offerings.

A 60% average score by the student in the preceding qualification.

English proficiency.
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18.3 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

PD_HRM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom Campus

SAQA CREDITS: 144

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time (restricted and only
available to special projects) and 2
years parttime

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
SHMT518 Strategic Human Resource 12 0.100
Management: Theory
SHTM528 Strategic Human Resource 12 0.100
Management: Talent Management
and Metrics
ODCT518 Organisational Development and 12 0.100
Change: Theory
ODCI528 Organisational Development and 12 0.100
Change: Intervention
ERBA518 Employment Relations 12 0.100
Management: Business
Applications
ERRM528 Employment Relations 12 0.100
Management: Risk Management
SHCD518 Introduction to Strategic Human 12 0.100
Capital Development
IHCD528 International Strategic Human 12 0.100
Capital Development
REMA518 Research Methodology Approach 12 0.100
REPR528 Research Project/Report 12 0.100
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS

The program is available on (i) full-time modular and (ii) part-time evenings only bases.
Please note that the full-time modular options are restricted and reserved for special projects.

This programme is presented through various modes:

• Part-time evenings only (Please note that normal students must apply for only this
mode).
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The following modes/ options are restricted and only available to special projects.

• Modular full-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)
• Modular part-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)

After successful completion of this program, a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources

Management (NQF 8) will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT

Admission requirements

A Baccalaureus Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification in the cognate field, with

relevant instructional offerings.

Admission to a master’s degree will be subject to a review process.

The student must have obtained a 60% average at Baccalaureus Technologiae OR

equivalent qualification.

The student, in conjunction with CUT, should present a suitable research project in his/her
field of specialisation.

The student must score at least 60% in Research Methodology.

18.4 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MARKETING MANAGEMENT

PD_MKT

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom Campus

SAQA CREDITS: 144

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time (restricted and only
available to special projects) and 2
years parttime

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
BRST518 Brand Strategy 12 0.100
GMST518 Global Marketing Strategy 12 0.100
OR
BRMN528 Brand Management 12 0.100
GMEN528 Global Marketing Environment 12 0.100
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SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
ADMC518 Advanced Marketing 12 0.100
Communication
APMC528 Applied Marketing Communication 12 0.100
DIMS518 Digital Marketing Strategy 12 0.100
DIMT528 Digital Marketing Tactics 12 0.100
FFMN518 Fundamentals of Financial 12 0.100
Management
MNFI528 Management of Financial 12 0.100
Investments
MRPR518 Marketing Research Project 12 0.100
MRPR528 Marketing Research Project 12 0.100
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS

The program is available on (i) full-time modular and (ii) part-time evenings only bases.
Please note that the full-time modular options are restricted and reserved for special projects.

This programme is presented through various modes:

• Part-time evenings only (Please note that normal students must apply for only this
mode).

The following modes/ options are restricted and only available to special projects.

• Modular full-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)
• Modular part-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)

After successful completion of this program, a Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing

Management (NQF 8) will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT

Admission requirements

A Baccalaureus Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification in the cognate field, with

relevant instructional offerings.

Admission to a master’s degree will be subject to a review process.

The student must have obtained a 60% average at Baccalaureus Technologiae OR

equivalent qualification.

The student, in conjunction with CUT, should present a suitable research project in his/her
field of specialisation.

The student must score at least 60% in Research Methodology.

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18.5 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PROJECT MANAGEMENT

PD_PJM
This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom Campus

SAQA CREDITS: 144

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time (restricted and only
available to special projects) and 2
years part time

Instructional offerings
⃰ FULL-TIME (restricted and only available to special projects)

1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 CREDITS CREDITS
PMP518 Project Management Process Theory 12 0.08333
PJS518 Project Scheduling 12 0.08333
PCM518 Project Cost Management 12 0.08333
PRM518 Project Risk Management 12 0.08333
PJP518 Project Procurement 12 0.08333
RSM518 Research Methodology 12 0.08333
PHC528 Project Human Resources 12 0.08333
Management and Communication
PMG528 Project Management with Integrity 12 0.08333
PQM528 Project Quality Management 12 0.08333
PMP528 Project Management Process in 12 0.08333
Practice
SME528 Strategic Management & 12 0.08333
Entrepreneurship
RSP528 Research Project 12 0.08333
Total: 144 1

⃰ PART-TIME
1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
2
PMP518 Project Management Process Theory 12 0.08333
RSM518 Research Methodology 12 0.08333
PJS518 Project Scheduling 12 0.08333
PMP528 Project Management Process in 0.08333
12
Practice
PHC528 Project Human Resources 0.08333
12
Management and Communication
PMG528 Project Management with Integrity 12 0.08333
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SAQA HEMIS
2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS
CREDITS

PCM518 Project Cost Management 12 0.08333

PRM518 Project Risk Management 12 0.08333
PJP518 Project Procurement 12 0.08333
PQM528 Project Quality Management 12 0.08333
SME528 Strategic Management & Entrepreneurship 12 0.08333
RSP528 Research Project 12 0.08333
Total: 144 1

REMARKS

The program is available on (i) full-time modular and (ii) part-time evenings only bases.
Please note that the full-time modular options are restricted and reserved for special
projects.

This programme is presented through various modes:

• Part-time evenings only (Please note that normal students must apply for only this
mode).

The following modes/ options are restricted and only available to special projects.

• Modular full-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)
• Modular part-time (week days; weekends- this mode is reserved for special projects.)

After successful completion of this program, a Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management

(NQF 8) will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT

Admission requirements

A Baccalaureus Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification in the cognate field, with

relevant instructional offerings.

Admission to a master’s degree will be subject to a review process.

The student must have obtained a 60% average at Baccalaureus Technologiae OR

equivalent qualification.

The student, in conjunction with CUT, should present a suitable research project in his/her
field of specialisation.

The student must score at least 60% in Research Methodology.

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18.6 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT

PD_PBM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein Campus

SAQA CREDITS: 144

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time and 2 years
part time
Instructional offerings
⃰ FULL-TIME
1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS
CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
STPM518 Strategic Public Management 24 0.200
PMEM518 Public Monitoring and Evaluation 24 0.200
Management
GGLS528 Good Governance and Leadership 24 0.200
RSM5508 RSMP508 Research Methodology and 24 0.200
Research Project
Any ONE of the following electives
PBPO528 Public Policy 24 0.200
PBFM528 Public Financial Management 24 0.200
PJMN528 Project Management 24 0.200
Total: 120

⃰ PART-TIME
SAQA HEMIS
1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
STPM518 Strategic Public Management 24 0.200
RSMP508 RSMP508 Research Methodology and 0.200
24
Research Project

INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

2ND YEAR
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
PMEM518 Public Monitoring and Evaluation 24 0.200
Management
GGLS528 Good Governance and Leadership 24 0.200
Any ONE of the following electives
PBPO528 Public Policy 24 0.200
PBFM528 Public Financial Management 24 0.200
PJMN528 Project Management 24 0.200
Total: 120
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REMARKS
After successful completion of this program, a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management (NQF
8) will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT

Admission requirements
A Baccalaureus Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification in the cognate field, with
relevant instructional offerings.
Admission to the Postgraduate Diploma degree will be subject to a review process.
The student must have obtained a 60% average at Baccalaureus Technologiae or equivalent
qualification.
The student, in conjunction with CUT, should present a suitable research project in his/her field
of specialisation.
The student must score at least 60% in Research Methodology.

Additional Admission requirements:

Due to a limited number of students than can be accommodated, applicants with an equivalent
qualification must have at least two years working experience in the public sector. Only limited
candidates (a total of 10%) with equivalent qualifications would be admitted per annum.
Candidates with equivalent qualifications will be interviewed and only the equivalent candidates
who were interviewed have to complete the recognition op prior learning template before they
will be admitted. The recognition of prior learning process is a time consuming process, therefore
candidates with equivalent qualifications must apply as soon as the admission process opens for
the next year. Preference will be given to candidates in managerial or supervisory positions.

18.7 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN TOURISM MANAGEMENT

PD_TRM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom Campus

SAQA CREDITS: 144

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 Year

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
ATL51AB ATL52AB Applied Tourism Business Leadership 30 0.250
TRT51AB TRT52AB Trends and Internationalisation in Tourism 30 0.250
TPD51AB TPD52AB Tourism Product and Service Development 30 0.250
STP51AB STP52AB Applied Statistical Analysis Tourism Project 30 0.250
Total: 120 1.000
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REMARKS
After successful completion of this program, a Postgraduate Diploma in Tourism Management (NQF
8) will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT

Admission requirements
A Baccalaureus Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification in the cognate field, with
relevant instructional offerings.
Admission to the Postgraduate Diploma degree will be subject to a review process.
The student must have obtained a 60% average at Baccalaureus Technologiae or equivalent
qualification.
The student, in conjunction with CUT, should present a suitable research project in his/her field
of specialisation.
The student must score at least 60% in Research Methodology.

Additional Admission requirements:

Due to a limited number of students than can be accommodated, applicants with an equivalent
qualification must have at least two years working experience in the public sector. Only limited
candidates (a total of 10%) with equivalent qualifications would be admitted per annum.
Candidates with equivalent qualifications will be interviewed and only the equivalent
candidates who were interviewed have to complete the recognition op prior learning template
before they will be admitted. The recognition of prior learning process is a time consuming
process, therefore candidates with equivalent qualifications must apply as soon as the admission
process opens for the next year. Preference will be given to candidates in managerial or
supervisory positions.
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19. MASTER’S DEGREES

SAQA CREDITS: 180

HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 9
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME:
Full-time: Minimum 1 year / maximum 4 years full time
Part-time: Minimum 2 years / maximum 4 years part time

PROGRAMME DEGREE MAIN CODE INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE OFFERINGS
M_MSHR Master of Management Sciences in Human VHG50AB Dissertation
Resources Management NMT10AB
M_MKTG Master of Management Sciences in Marketing THE50AB Dissertation
Management
M_PUBM Master of Management Sciences in Public TPM501B Dissertation
Management RSM608B Research Methodology
Offered at: Bloemfontein campus
M_TRHM Master of Management Sciences in Tourism TTS50AB Dissertation
and Hospitality Management
M_PHMS Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences ACCT609 Dissertation
(Accounting)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences ABMT609 Dissertation
(Agricultural Business Management)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences BAMT609 Dissertation
(Business Administration)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences BMNT609 Dissertation
(Business Management)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences ENTT609 Dissertation
(Entrepreneurship)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences FBMT609 Dissertation
(Fashion Business Management)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences FINT609 Dissertation
(Finance)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences HBMT609 Dissertation
(Hospitality Management)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences HCMT609 Dissertation
(Human Capital Management)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences IADT609 Dissertation
(Internal Auditing)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences MMNT609 Dissertation
(Marketing Management)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences PBMT609 Dissertation
(Public Management)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences PJMT609 Dissertation
(Project Management)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences SEMT609 Dissertation
(Small Enterprise Management)
Master of Philosophy in Management Sciences TEMT609 Dissertation
(Tourism and Event Business Management )
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REMARKS
After successful completion of this qualification, a master’s degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
The minimum admission requirements for a Masters degree is an appropriate NQF
level 8 Postgraduate Diploma; Honours degree; NQF level 8 (480 credit) Professional
degree in the business, management or related fields.

The student must have obtained at least a 60% average at the NQF level 8
Postgraduate Diploma or Honours degree NQF level. Holders of NQF level 8 (480
credit) Professional degrees must obtain at least a 60% average at the fourth-year level
of study.

In addition to the above, the student must have accumulated 24 credits course in
Research Methodology at NQF level 8 with a minimum of score at least 60%.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) may be considered for applicants who do not
meet the minimum academic qualification requirements.

Admission to a master’s degree will be subject to a review process.

The student, in conjunction with CUT, should present a suitable research project in
his/her field of specialisation.

Admission procedures for those who obtained BTech degrees from CUT:
A special RPL route is available for holders of BTech degrees from CUT until
December 2021.
A. Your BTech Qualification must have been obtained from CUT.
B. You must have an average of 60% in your B. Tech Qualification + at least 60% in a
24 credit Research Methodology Module/course at that level.
C. If you meet the above, you will be requested to write a proposal [template will be
provided on request] by the HoD, or as in other departments, by the respective
departmental Post Graduate coordinator or by the faculty Assistant Dean of
Research.
D. Supervisor(s) interested in your topic/problem you are investigating will work with
you to perfect the proposal.
E. The proposal is then presented before the Departmental Research and Innovation
Committee [DRIC]- to assess its scientific merit and feasibility. At this stage it can
be rejected or accepted.
F. If it passes the DRIC level, it goes to the Faculty Research and Innovation
Committee [FRIC] for further consideration. At faculty level, it can be approved or
rejected.
G. Once it is approved at faculty level, you will then be requested to apply for
admission via the RPL process.
H. You will compile a portfolio of evidence (helped/ assisted by your supervisor) –
where, if you are not working: (i) You attach together, the faculty approved
proposal, academic record, and CV and submit to the respective HoD’s office (ii)
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If you are working, you attach together, the faculty approved proposal, academic
record, CV and any other evidence from your workplace which shows that you
have been doing tasks which involve research - submit all these to the respective
HoD’s office.
I. The Department will submit your RPL application package to the Faculty RPL
Committee for recommendation. Your RPL application can be recommended or
not recommended.
J. Once your RPL application is recommended, it will then be send to EXCO for final
approval.
K. You will then be notified of the results and be allowed to register[officially] and
proceed with your studies.

The student, in co-operation with CUT, must present a suitable research project in his/her
field of specialisation.

*NOTE WELL
Students are provisionally admitted and given a maximum six months (for full-time
students) and a maximum of 12 months (for part-time students) to prepare a research
proposal.
During this time, they are exposed to three optional research modules (A, B and C) in a
seminar format.
The proposal must first be presented at departmental level and later to the Faculty
Research and Innovation Committee (FRIC). If the proposal is accepted by FRIC, the
student is formally registered and proceeds with the empirical research.
*Failure to fulfil this condition may lead to termination of the provisional admission
unless an acceptable extenuating motivation is provided in which case, a similar period
of final extension may be granted.
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20. DOCTORAL DEGREES

SAQA CREDITS: 360

HEMIS CREDITS: 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 10
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME:

For PhD in management Science

Full-time: Minimum 2 years / maximum 5 years full
Part-time: Minimum 4 years / maximum 6 years part time

Other Doctorates:
Full-time: Minimum 2 years / maximum 5 years
Part-time: Minimum 3 years / maximum 5 years

PROGRAMM DOCTORAL DEGREE MAIN CODE INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS

E CODE
D_BUSA Doctor of Business Administration ADV90AB Advanced Research Project and Thesis
D_HRM Doctor of Human Resources Management GNP90AB Advanced Research Project and Thesis
D_MRKT Doctor of Management Sciences in ARP90AB Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Marketing Management
D_PUBM Doctor of Public Management GEV90AB Advanced Research Project and Thesis
TBA PhD Management Sciences (Accounting) TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
PhD Management Sciences (Agricultural TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Business Management)
PhD Management Sciences (Business TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Administration)
PhD Management Sciences (Business TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Management)
PhD Management Sciences (Engineering TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Business Management)
PhD Management Sciences TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
(Entrepreneurship)
PhD Management Sciences (Fashion TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Business Management)
PhD Management Sciences (Finance) TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
PhD Management Sciences (Hospitality TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Business Management)
PhD Management Sciences (Human TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Capital Management)
PhD Management Sciences (Internal TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Auditing)
PhD Management Sciences (Marketing TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Management)
PhD Management Sciences (Project TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Management)
PhD Management Sciences (Public TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Management)
PhD Management Sciences (Tourism and TBA Advanced Research Project and Thesis
Event Business Management)
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REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the appropriate doctoral degree will be
awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
The minimum admission requirement for the Doctoral degree is a cognate 180 credit NQF
Level 9 coursework Masters degree with a mini-dissertation or a research only Masters
degree.

The student, in co-operation with CUT, must present a suitable research project in his/her field
of specialisation.

The student must have obtained an average of 65% at master’s degree level.
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CHAPTER 21

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT

AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DEAN Prof HJ Vermaak, MDip (PE Tech), PhD (Twente),

PrEng, SMIEEE, SMSAIEE, MIPET

ASSISTANT DEAN TEACHING & Dr BJ Kotze, DTech (CUT), PrTechEng, FSAIEE, MIPET
LEARNING

ASSISTANT DEAN RESEARCH, Prof YE Woyessa, BSc (AAU), MSc (ENSAM), PhD
INNOVATION & INNOVATION (UFS), MA HES (UFS), MBA (UFS), Pr Tech Eng

SECRETARY Ms LJ Mokoma, NDip (CUT)

FACULTY ADMINISTRATOR Mr BW Jeremiah, BA, BEd, STD (UWC), MEd (UFS),

MBA (Wales)

FACULTY EXTENDED CURRICULUM Mr AD van der Walt, MIT (CUT)

PROGRAMME (ECP) CO-ORDINATOR

FACULTY OFFICER Ms MA Mbeo, MTech (CUT)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT: Mr M van Rooyen, BTech (CUT)

COMPUTER SUPPORT

DEPARTMENT OF BUILT ENVIRONMENT

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof FA Emuze, NDip (FedPoly Ilaro), HND (Polytechnic

Ibadan), PGDip (RU), PhD (NMU), PrCM

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms M Mokebe, BTech (CUT)

PROFESSOR Prof FA Emuze, NDip (FedPoly Ilaro), HND (Polytechnic

Ibadan), PGDip (RU), PhD (NMU), PrCM

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Prof BO Awuzie, BSc (IMSU), MSc (Robert Gordon)

PhD (Salford)

LECTURERS Dr L Sinxadi, PhD (UFS)

Ms L van Eeden, BTech (CUT), MTech (NMU)
Mrs W Odendaal, M Arch (UFS)
Ms M Qumbisa, MSc (UKZN)
Mr LG Mollo, BTech (CUT), MTech (NMU)
Ms J Diba, BTech (CUT), MTech (UJ)
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SENIOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Mr RB Ramafalo, BTech (CUT), MTech (UJ)

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof OJ Gericke, MSc Eng (US), PhD Eng (UKZN),
Pr Eng, IntPE (SA)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms P Moja, BSc (UFS)

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS Prof OJ Gericke, MSc Eng (US), PhD Eng (UKZN),
Pr Eng, IntPE (SA)
Prof E Theron, PhD (UFS), Pr Tech Eng
Prof YE Woyessa, BSc (AAU), MSc (ENSAM), PhD
(UFS), MA HES (UFS),MBA (UFS),
Pr Tech Eng

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr SA Oke, PhD (UFS), Pri. Sci. Nat.

LECTURERS Dr R Gopinath, M Eng (IIT), PhD (UCT)

Dr G Ndhlovu, MSc (Twente), D Eng (CUT)
Mr NJ Grobbelaar, M Tech (CUT), Pr Tech Eng
Mr CM Korff, NH Dip (CUT)
Mr S Tetsoane, M Tech (CUT)
Mr W Strydom, MSc (Heriot-Watt University, UK)
Mr J Pietersen, M Tech (CUT), Pr Tech Eng
Ms PK Monye, M Eng (CUT)

JUNIOR LECTURER Ms Z Smith, B Tech (CUT)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANTS Ms M Mvusi, B Tech (CUT)

Ms B Bosman, B Tech (CUT)

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof K Kusakana, BSc Eng (UNILU), MTech (TUT),

DTech (CUT), MBA (CIM), SMSAIEE, PrEng

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms E Simpson

ASSOCIATE PROFESSORS Prof AJ Swart, DTech (VUT), PrTechEng

Prof PH Hertzog, DTech (CUT), PrTechEng
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SENIOR LECTURERS Dr NJ Luwes, DTech (CUT), PrTechEng

Dr BJ Kotze, DTech (CUT), PrTechEng, FSAIEE, MIPET
Dr SP Koko, DEng (CUT), PrTechEng
Dr ED Markus, DTech (TUT)
Dr RB Kuriakose, DEng (CUT)
Dr T Mangara, MEng (UP), PhD (UFS), PrEng
Dr PT Manditereza, BSc (UZ), MSc (Bradford), MIEE,
MIEEE, PrEng

LECTURERS Mr LP Moji, MSc (Wales)

Mr AL Pawson, MEng (CUT), PrTechEng
Mr R Pretorius, MEng (CUT), PrTechEng
Mr JH Raath, MTech (CUT), RegEngTech
Mr PS Veldtsman, MTech (CUT), PrTechEng
Mr JE Conduah, MSc (VSTU)
Mr BC Bothma, MTech (CUT)
Mr TG Bihi, MTech (CUT)
Ms L Bokopane, MTech (CUT)
Mr PA Hohne, MEng (CUT)
Mr M Sibiya, MTech (UNISA)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANTS (Computer) Mr RJ Jansen van Nieuwenhuizen, MTech (CUT)

(Electrical) Mr LN Mbele, MEng (CUT)
(Electronic) Mr T Phali, BTech (CUT)

DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof EM Masinde, BSc (UON), MSc (VUB), PhD (UCT),
MBA(UFS)

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Mr CH Wessels, MSc (UFS)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms DR Wittes, BTech (CUT)

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Prof EM Masinde, BSc (UON), MSc (VUB), PhD (UCT)),
MBA(UFS)

SENIOR LECTURERS Mr CH Wessels, MSc (UFS)

Dr N Mabanza, MSc (UFH), PhD (UFS)

LECTURERS Mr LA Grobbelaar, MTech (CUT)

Mr A Mhlaba, MTech (CUT)
Ms L Meiring, BA (UP), MTech (CUT)
Mr GM Muriithi, MSc (UON)
Dr G Nel, MSc (UFS), PhD (UFS)
Ms M Venter, MBA (UFS)
Mr PL van der Linde, MTech (CUT)
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Dr PH Potgieter, PhD (UFS), MTech (CUT)

Dr AK Akanbi, B.Sc (LAUT), M.Sc. (JTU), PhD
(CUT)
Ms J Coetzer, MTech (CUT)
Ms B Mafunda, MIT (CUT)
Ms M Mbele, MIT (CUT)
Mrs DR Mokhohlane, BTech (CUT)

JUNIOR LECTURERS Mr PJA Kruger, BTech (CUT)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Mr V Ntsipe, BTech (CUT)

WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Dr M Oosthuizen, BSc Hons (Unisa), HED (UFS),

MEd (Vista), PhD (CUT)

SENIOR LECTURER Dr M Oosthuizen, BSc Hons (Unisa), HED (UFS),

MEd (Vista), PhD (CUT)

LECTURERS Ms M Tlale, MTech (CUT)

Mr M Motsoenyane, BCom (Vista), BCom Hons (CUT)
Mr JG Jurrius, BSc Hons (PUK), MEd (CUT)
Ms MD Moloja, BTech (CUT)
Ms M Lonergan, BSc Hons (UP)
Mr MS Kompi, Dip (PCSA), NDip (Unisa), BTech (CUT)

SENIOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Mr JM Nyetanyane, MIT (CUT)

DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL AND MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr GG Jacobs, PhD (NWU)

SECRETARY Ms DC Tshabalala, BTech (CUT)

SENIOR RESEARCHERS Dr JG van der Walt, DTech (CUT)

Dr I Yadroitsava, PhD (Vitebsk State Academy)

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr M Maringa, PhD (University of Manchester)

Dr GG Jacobs, PhD (NWU)
Dr J Combrink, DEng (CUT)

LECTURERS Dr FC Aggenbacht, DEng (CUT)

Mr JJ du Preez, MTech (CUT), PrTechEng
Ms MKE Ramosoeu, MTech (CUT)
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Mr LF Monaheng, MTech (CUT)

Mr J Nsengimana, MTech (CUT)
Mr O Odufuwa, MEng (CUT)
Ms MG Moletsane, MEng (CUT)
Mr LR Masheane, MEng (CUT)
Mrs K Heydenrych, MEng (CUT)
Ms K Thejane, MEng (CUT)
Mrs M Rheeder, MEng (NWU)

Vacant
JUNIOR LECTURERS

SENIOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Vacant

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Vacant

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr G Makanda, PhD (UKZN)

SECRETARY

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Prof M Truscott, PhD (UFS)

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr HE Brink, PhD (US)

Dr DH Delport, PhD (UFS)

LECTURERS Dr MH Erasmus, PhD (UFS)

Mr R Sypkens, MSc (UFS)
Dr EM Smith, PhD (CUT)
Dr F Komati PhD(CUT)
Mr WM Mamba MSc (UFS)

JUNIOR LECTURER Mr MJ Mphuthi, BSc Hons (UFS)

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CONTACT NUMBERS

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS
CONTACT
DETAILS

DEPARTMENT OF: CIVIL ENGINEERING 051 – 507-3082

[email protected]

DEPARTMENT OF: BUILT ENVIRONMENT 051 – 507-3915

[email protected]

DEPARTMENT OF: ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC AND 051 – 507-3251

COMPUTER ENGINEERING [email protected]

DEPARTMENT OF: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 051 – 507-3092

051 – 507-3100
[email protected]

DEPARTMENT OF: MECHANICAL AND MECHATRONICS 051 – 507-3087

ENGINEERING [email protected]

DEPARTMENT OF: MATHEMATICAL AND PHYSICAL SCIENCES 051 – 507-3087

[email protected]

FACULTY OFFICER: ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT 051 – 507-3081

AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

FACULTY ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT 051 – 507-3070

ADMINISTRATOR: AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DEAN: ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT 051 – 507-3165

AND INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY [email protected]

FAX NUMBER: ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT

AND INFORMATIONTECHNOLOGY 051 – 507-3254

WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT OF: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 057 – 910-3646

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1. RULES OF THE FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
The following rules are supplementary to the rules of the Central University of
Technology, Free State (CUT).

2. DURATION OF SEMESTER AND YEAR LEARNING PROGRAMMES

For all learning programmes presented in the faculty, there is only one intake per year, i.e.
in January.

The duration of a semester is approximately six months.

The first semester extends from January to June, whilst the second semester extends from
July to November.

3. STRUCTURE OF LEARNING PROGRAMMES (REFER TO THE REMARKS

PRINTED UNDER EACH LEARNING PROGRAMME)

4. NATIONAL DIPLOMA, DIPLOMA AND DEGREE LEARNING PROGRAMMES

4.1 National diploma and Baccalaureus Technologiae (BTech) programmes

These programmes will be phased out. The last new intake for all National Diploma
programmes was July 2017. All students that were enrolled in National Diploma
programmes will be allowed to complete their studies according to the phase-out schedule.

The student has the option of exiting upon successful completion of the first three years of
study, thereby earning a national diploma. National Diploma programmes in Engineering
and Building consist of two components, namely the formal study period, and a period of
work-integrated learning (WIL).

Formal study period:

The period of formal study at CUT for the National Diploma extends over four semesters.

WIL period (Only applicable to National Diploma Engineering and Building

programmes):
The period of compulsory WIL training applicable to each programme, to be completed at
a suitable place of employment, extends over two semesters.

A student may register for a BTech degree in the fourth year, upon successful completion
of a national diploma. Admission to the BTech year of study is subject to certain
prerequisites (see specific learning programme). Some of the final annual instructional
offerings for the BTech in learning programmes related to Engineering are presented on
either a full-time or a part-time block basis. A minimum of one year’s WIL is to be
completed before BTech studies in the field of Engineering can commence. Further
information is available from the relevant Heads of Department (HoDs) or the Faculty
Administrator. The final first time intake for the BTech degree was July 2019. Only
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students that were registered for BTech in 2019 or earlier will be allowed to register for
outstanding modules in 2020.

4.2 Diploma in Engineering Technology and Bachelor of Engineering Technology

programmes
The first intake for these programmes was January 2018. Both of these programmes will
only have intakes in January.

The student has the option to enrol for either the Diploma in Engineering Technology
(DipEngTech) or for the Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BEngTech).

4.2.1 Diploma in Engineering Technology

Formal study period: Four semesters.

Articulation of the Diploma in Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering to other

related qualifications is shown below.

Vertically: Diploma in Civil Engineering (NQF 6) -> Advanced Diploma in Civil

Engineering
(NQF 7) -> Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering (NQF 8) -> Master of Engineering:
Civil Engineering (NQF 9) -> Doctor of Engineering: Civil Engineering (NQF 10);

OR

Diploma in Civil Engineering (NQF 6) -> Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

(NQF 7) -> Postgraduate Diploma in Civil Engineering (NQF 8) -> Master of Engineering:
Civil Engineering (NQF 9) -> Doctor of Engineering: Civil Engineering (NQF 10);

OR

Diploma in Civil Engineering (NQF 6) -> Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Technology (NQF 7) -> Bachelor Honours in Civil Engineering (NQF 8) -> Master of
Engineering: Civil Engineering (NQF 9) -> Doctor of Engineering: Civil Engineering
(NQF 10).

Please note that CUT does not offer the Advanced Diploma and the Post-Graduate
Diploma
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Figure 1 Articulation route

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4.2.2 Bachelor of Engineering Technology

Formal study period: Six semesters.

Note: The BEngTech does not follow the DipEngTech.

5. FORMAL STUDIES
Please note that Sections 5.1 and 5.2 below are only applicable to students who are enrolled
for the old programmes, for example the National Diploma and BTech programmes, and
must be in line with the old programmes’ phase-out schedules.

5.1 Students with an employer

The student enrols directly at National Diploma level, provided that he/she complies with
the minimum admission requirements. After a period of one year (two semesters) at CUT,
the student may return to the employer for WIL (in a programme of Engineering), or
alternatively may continue with the subsequent academic semester, and join the employer
for WIL purposes at a later stage.

5.2 Students without an employer

The student enrols at National Diploma level, provided that he/she complies with the
minimum admission requirements. The student attends classes with the other groups, and
at any stage after the first year (two semesters) may commence with his/her WIL training
at a suitable place of employment. Upon completion of the formal study period at CUT
and the prerequisite WIL (Engineering programmes), the student may either apply for a
National Diploma and leave the university; or continue with his/her studies towards the
BTech degree.

6. REGISTRATION DURING WIL

Please note that Section 6 is only applicable to students who are enrolled for the old
programmes, for example the National Diploma and BTech programmes, and must be in
line with the old programmes’ phase-out schedules.

Employers prepare a programme for WIL in collaboration with CUT. Computer Systems
Engineering students are advised to complete all four semesters of study, before
commencing with WIL. The Centre for Work-integrated Learning and Skills Development
assists students with placement at employers.

During the WIL phase, the student must register at CUT every six months, except in
the case of the Building programme, where students register in January for the full
academic year. The student compiles a report, containing details of the training period,
which serves as a means of monitoring the progress made in the student’s WIL. The rules
applicable to the writing of the report are contained in a study guide, which is available
from the relevant Departmental Administrator. After every semester of prescribed WIL,
the student must approach the relevant Departmental Administrator to arrange for an
interview, during which his/her WIL is assessed by the relevant lecturer, no later than 14
days after commencing with the subsequent semester, unless otherwise stipulated in the
study guides of a specific programme.
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It should also be noted that the last semester for official registration for P1 of WIL is
Semester 2 of 2021 and Semester 1 of 2022 for P2.

7. USE OF POCKET CALCULATORS

Unless otherwise specified for a particular instructional offering, no alphanumeric pocket
calculators may be used during tests or assessments.

8. INTEGRATED TERTIARY SOFTWARE (ITS) CODES

When completing a registration or other form, the student must be certain of the correct
codes used to identify the learning programme and instructional offerings selected. This
is because student accounts, class lists, progress reports and assessment results are
compiled according to these codes, and it is therefore in the best interest of the student to
ensure that the correct codes are used, and that he/she writes clearly.

9. INTERNET-BASED LEARNING
Internet-based learning has been implemented in respect of several instructional offerings
and is used as an additional instructional support aid in the Faculty of Engineering, Built
Environment and Information Technology. Information in this regard will be provided by
the lecturers concerned.
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10. ASSESSMENT MODEL FOR ALL PROGRAMMES: 2021

Unless otherwise determined by a resolution of Senate, the proposed calculations for

2021 are as follows:

1. Year subjects
Course
mark – 20%

Unit 1 Final mark for

(Jan. – Jun.) Unit 1 (50%)

Assessment
mark – 30%
Subject Final mark for subject
Course mark –
20%

Unit 2 Final mark for

(Jul. – Dec.) Unit 2 (50%)

Assessment
mark – 30%
45% to 49%
Reassessment directly
after main assessment
(first-semester subjects
– June.
Year subjects and
second-semester
subjects – November).

2. Semester subjects
Course mark – 50%

Subject Final mark for subject

Assessment mark – 50%

45% to 49%
Reassessment directly after
main assessment.
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10.1. ASSESSMENT AND RESULTS (ALL faculties, unless otherwise specified)

• Unless otherwise stated in the faculty rules, an admission mark of 40% is required for
the summative assessment at the end of a course/module/unit.
• A course/module successfully completed counts as a credit only if the student has
successfully completed the prerequisite course/modules or has met the admission
requirements for the course/module. Only Senate has the authority to prevent a student
from registering for a course/module/unit, unless credit has been awarded for
prerequisite courses/modules; and/or co-requisite courses/modules have been
successfully completed; and/or the admission requirements have been met.
• A student has “successfully completed” a course/module only if he/she has achieved
50% or more as a final mark for the course/module and has participated in all
summative assessment opportunities. The course/module is “completed with
distinction” if the final mark for the course/module is 75% or above.

10.2. THE 2021 RULES FOR ALL PROGRAMMES

(a) For all Engineering programmes, a subminimum mark of 50% accumulated for
practical work and projects in specified subjects is compulsory to gain access to
the relevant assessment session and to pass the subject. This rule applies to all
those subjects identified as such in the study guides. A sub-minimum pass mark
of 50% is also required in the assessment of the ECSA Graduate Attributes.
(b) An admission mark of at least 40% is required for main assessments.
(c) A re-assessment is granted to a candidate who has achieved a final mark of 45% –
49% in a subject. The re-assessment of a year subject – covering the subject content
of the entire year – takes place directly after the main assessment in November.
The re-assessment of semester subjects takes place immediately after the main
assessment in June, while the
re-assessment of second semester and year subjects takes place in November.

• Please note that once a student has been granted a re-assessment or a special
assessment opportunity as a result of illness or some other reason, no additional
such assessment opportunity will be granted.

11. ACCREDITATION STATUS OF ENGINEERING LEARNING PROGRAMMES

The following learning programmes are accredited by the Engineering Council of South
Africa (ECSA):
• Civil Engineering;
• Computer Systems Engineering;
• Electrical Engineering; and
• Mechanical Engineering.

12. GENERAL
The student may only enrol for the second-, third- or fourth-year level instructional
offerings of a learning programme if he/she has passed the first-, second- or third-year
level, respectively.

13. THE FOLLOWING HIGHER CERTIFICATE PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED

IN THE FACULTY:
• Higher Certificate in Construction
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• Higher Certificate in Information Technology

• Higher Certificate in Mathematics for Engineering Technology
• Higher Certificate in Renewable Energy Technologies

14. THE FOLLOWING DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN THE

FACULTY:
(First first-year intake for first three diplomas in 2018.)
• Diploma in Computer Networking
• Diploma in Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering
• Diploma in Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering
• Diploma in Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering
• Diploma in Information Technology

15. THE FOLLOWING DIPLOMA EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES

(ECPs) ARE OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:
• Diploma in Computer Networking (ECP)
• Diploma in Information Technology (ECP)

16. THE FOLLOWING ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMME IS OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY:

• Advanced Diploma in Computer Networking

• Advanced Diploma in Information Technology
• Advanced Diploma in Logistics and Transportation Management

17. THE FOLLOWING BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE PROGRAMMES ARE

OFFERED IN THE FACULTY: (These programmes are in the process to be phased
out. Final intake was in July 2019.)
• Baccalaureus Technologiae: Construction Management
• Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil
• Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Electrical
• Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Mechanical
• Baccalaureus Technologiae: Information Technology (Software Development)
• Baccalaureus Technologiae: Information Technology (Web and Application
Development)
• Baccalaureus Technologiae: Quantity Surveying

19. THE FOLLOWING BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN THE FACULTY: (First first-year intake was
in 2018.)

• Bachelor of Construction in Health and Safety Management

• Bachelor of Construction in Construction Management
• Bachelor of Construction in Quantity Surveying
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Civil Engineering
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Mechanical Engineering
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electrical Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Hydrology and Water Resources Management
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19. THE FOLLOWING BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY

EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES (ECPs) ARE OFFERED IN THE
FACULTY:
(The programmes are being phased out. Final intake was in July 2019.)
• Bachelor of Construction in Construction Management (ECP)
• Bachelor of Construction in Quantity Surveying (ECP)

20. THE FOLLOWING POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS ARE OFFERED IN THE

FACULTY:
• Postgraduate Diploma in Construction in Health and Safety Management
• Postgraduate Diploma in Construction Management
• Postgraduate Diploma in Construction in Quantity Surveying
• Postgraduate Diploma in Construction in Urban Development
• Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology

21. THE FOLLOWING HONOURS DEGREE PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY:
• Bachelor of Engineering Technology Honours in Civil Engineering
*Awaiting SAQA registration. Will be activated upon SAQA registration.

22. THE FOLLOWING MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY:
• Master of Engineering in Civil Engineering
• Master of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
• Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering
• Master of Information Technology

23. THE FOLLOWING DOCTORAL PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN THE

FACULTY:
• Doctor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
• Doctor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
• Doctor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering

24. THE FOLLOWING DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY PROGRAMME IS OFFERED

IN THE FACULTY:
• Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology
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25. HIGHER CERTIFICATES

25.1 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN CONSTRUCTION HC_CON

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 140

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 140
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 5
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5011 or *Academic Literacy and Communication Studies 6 0.050
LCS5012
CET00BE *Construction and the Environment 15 0.108
COM00BE *Construction Management 20 0.142
CMT00BE *Construction Mathematics 15 0.108
CTG00BE *Construction Technology 20 0.142
FCL00BE Fundamentals of Contract Law 15 0.108
FHD00BE Fundamentals of Human Settlement Development 15 0.108
MET00BE *Measurement, Estimating and Tendering 20 0.142
PBS00BE *Physical Building Science 15 0.108
SES00BE *Site Establishment and Supervision 20 0.142
Total: 161 1.187

REMARKS
• *Compulsory instructional offerings.
• Any application for subject recognition will be considered ONLY for subjects completed at
equivalent level, not at a lower level.
• Elective subjects: Students are required to choose at least one elective per year.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing the following
instructional offering: Academic Literacy and Communication Studies.
• A minimum of 140 SAQA credits are required to obtain the qualification.
• A minimum of 1.36 HEMIS credits are required to obtain the qualification.
• One intake per year, in January.
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Higher Certificate will be conferred
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements:
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:
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• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum score of 27 on the CUT
scoring scale, plus a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in
both Physical Sciences and Mathematics.
• Candidates with a score of 23 to 26 on the CUT scoring scale must successfully complete
the selection process for admission, which could include the writing of an admission
selection test.
• Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 on the CUT scoring scale, plus a
minimum pass mark of 50% (rating 4) in both Mathematics and Physical Sciences.
• Candidates with a score of 23 to 26 on the CUT scoring scale must successfully complete
the selection process for admission, which could include the writing of an admission
selection test.
• Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

25.2 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HC_ITC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 132

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 132
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 5
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

Semester 1 Semester 2 CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5011 Academic Literacy and Communication 12 0.090
Studies IA
INL115C Information Systems IA 18 0.136
ITS115C Information Technology (IT) Technical 18 0.136
Support IA
SYS115C System and Application Software IA 12 0.092
USS115C User Support IA 12 0.092
LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 12 0.090
Studies IB
INL125C Information Systems IB 18 0.136
ITS125C Information Technology (IT) Technical 18 0.136
Support IB
SYS125C System and Application Software IB 12 0.091
USS125C User Support IB 12 0.091
Total: 132 1.000
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REMARKS
• All instructional offerings are compulsory.
• Any application for subject recognition will be considered ONLY for subjects completed at
equivalent level, not at a lower level.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing the following
instructional offering: Academic Literacy and Communication Studies.
• A minimum of 132 SAQA credits are required to obtain the qualification.
• A minimum of 1.00 HEMIS credits are required to obtain the qualification.
• One intake per year, in January.
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Higher Certificate will be conferred
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements:
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:
• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum score of 27 on the CUT scoring
scale, with language proficiency in English at NQF level 4.
• Candidates with a score of 22 to 26 on the CUT scoring scale must successfully complete the
selection process for admission, which include the writing of an admission selection test.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 on the CUT scoring scale, with
language proficiency in English at NQF level 4.
• Candidates with a score of 22 to 26 on the CUT scoring scale must successfully complete the
selection process for admission, which could include the writing of an admission selection test.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

LCS5010 Academic Literacy and Communication Studies IA Grade 12

INL115C Information Systems IA Grade 12
ITS115C Information Technology (IT) Technical Support IA Grade 12
SYS115C System and Application Software IA Grade 12
USS115C User Support IA Grade 12
INL125C Information Systems IB INL115C Information Systems IA
ITS125C Information Technology (IT) Technical Support IB ITS115C Information Technology (IT)
Technical Support IA
SYS115C System and Application Software IB SYS115C System and Application Software IA
USS125C User Support IB USS125C User Support IA
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25.3 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN MATHEMATICS FOR ENGINEERING

TECHNOLOGY HC_MET

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 132

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 132
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 5
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2

MLT115C Mathematics Literacy 6 0.045

MPS115C Mathematics Problem Solving 6 0.045
SMT115C Studying Mathematics 6 0.045
MET1151 Mathematics for Engineering Technology 1 24 0.182
MET1152 Mathematics for Engineering Technology 2 24 0.182
MET1253 Mathematics for Engineering Technology 3 24 0.182
MET1254 Mathematics for Engineering Technology 4 24 0.182
MET1255 Mathematics for Engineering Technology 5 18 0.137

Total: 132 1.000

REMARKS
• All instructional offerings are compulsory.
• Any application for subject recognition will be considered ONLY for subjects completed at
equivalent level, not at a lower level.
• The qualification will be issued upon completion of 132 credits.
• One intake per year, in January.
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Higher Certificate will be conferred
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements:
• The minimum requirements for this qualification is the Senior Certificate (SC), National
Senior Certificate (NSC) or the National Certificate (Vocational) (NCV) with appropriate
subject combinations and levels of achievement as defined below:
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:
o At least a minimum of 40% on Standard Grade or 30% on Higher Grade in Mathematics
and English.
For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter or those with a National Certificate
(Vocational) (NCV):
o A minimum of 40% in grade 12 English;
o A minimum of 50% in grade 12 Physical Science/Technical Science; and
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o Either a minimum of 30% in grade 12 Mathematics/Technical Mathematics or a

minimum of 40% in Mathematics/Technical Mathematics in grade 11 and a minimum
of 60% in grade 12 Mathematical Literacy.

25.4 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES

IEHCRE

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 5
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and 12 0.100
Communication Studies
PPE5011 Applied Physics of Energy Conversion 12 0.100
I
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.050
EEN5011 Electrical Engineering I 12 0.100
WIS5011 Mathematics IA 6 0.050
LES5011 Solar Energy Systems I 12 0.100
EIP5012 Electrical Installation and Practice 12 0.100
HPP5012 Health and Safety: Principles and 6 0.050
Practice
WIS5012 Mathematics IB 6 0.050
PGS5012 Power Generation and Storage 12 0.100
LES5022 Solar Energy Systems II 12 0.100
LWG5012 Small-wind Generation 12 0.100
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS
• All instructional offerings are compulsory.
• Any application for subject recognition will be considered ONLY for subjects completed
at equivalent level, not at a lower level.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies module.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing the following
instructional offering: Academic Literacy and Communication Studies.
• The qualification will be issued upon completion of 120 credits.
• One intake per year, in January.
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• After successful completion of this qualification, the Higher Certificate will be conferred
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements:
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:

• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum score of 27 on the CUT
scoring scale, plus a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade
in both Physical Sciences and Mathematics.
• Candidates with a score of 23 to 26 on the CUT scoring scale must successfully complete
the selection process for admission, which could include the writing of an admission
selection test.
• Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 on the CUT scoring scale, plus a
minimum pass mark of 50% (rating 4) in both Mathematics and Physical Sciences.
• Candidates with a score of 23 to 26 on the CUT scoring scale must successfully complete
the selection process for admission, which could include the writing of an admission
selection test.
• Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.
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26. DIPLOMAS

26.1 DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER NETWORKING DP_CMN

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 387

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 387
HEMIS CREDITS 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 12 0.082
Studies
ITE115C ITE125C Information Technology Essentials IA & IB 30 0.204
ITM115C ITM125C Information Technology Mathematics IA & 30 0.204
IB
PSA115C Problem-solving and Algorithms 15 0.102
SPG115C System Software IA 15 0.102
SPG125C System Software IB 15 0.102
SSD115C SSD125C System Software Development I 30 0.104
Total: 147 1.000

2ND YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
CMN216C Communication Networks IIA 15 0.125
DBS216C Databases II 15 0.125
SSD216C SSD226C System Software Development II 30 0.250
SPG216C System Software IIA 15 0.125
CMN226C Communication Networks IIB 15 0.125
SPG226C System Software IIB 15 0.125
SSE226C System Software Engineering II 15 0.125
Total: 120 1.000

3RD YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
CNR316C Communication Networks Routing III 15 0.125
CNS316C Communication Networks Switching III 15 0.125
SSD316C System Software Development III 15 0.125
SSE316C System Software Engineering III 15 0.125
CMN327W Work-integrated Learning in Computer 60 0.500
Networking
Total: 120 1.000
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REMARKS
• 25 theoretical instructional offerings are to be taken over a period of three years.
• The Diploma will be issued upon completion of 375 SAQA credits.
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be conferred during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies (LCS5011).

Admission requirements
• Admission to this learning programme is subject to selection.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:

• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 on the CUT scoring scale, plus
a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in Mathematics or Computer
Science.
• A candidate must also successfully complete the selection process for admission.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 on the CUT scoring scale, plus a minimum
pass mark of 40% (rating 3) in Mathematics or Computer Science, or 60% (rating 5) in
Mathematical Literacy.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Code Subject Code Subject

LCS5010 Academic Literacy and Communication Studies Grade 12

ITM115C Information Technology Mathematics IA Grade 12
ITE115C Information Technology Essentials IA Grade 12
PSA115C Problem-solving and Algorithms Grade 12
SSD115C System Software Development IA Grade 12
SPG125C System Software IB SPG115C System Software IA
ITM125C Information Technology Mathematics IB ITM115C Information Technology Mathematics
ITE125C Information Technology Essentials IB ITE115C Information Technology Essentials IA
SSD125C System Software Development IB SSD115C System Software Development IA
CMN216C Communication Networks IIA SPG125C System Software IB
DBS216C Databases II SPG125C System Software Development IB
SSD216C System Software Development IIA SPG125C System Software Development IB
SPG216C System Software IIA SPG125C System Software IB
CMN226C Communication Networks IIB CMN216C Communication Networks IIA
SSD226C System Software Development IIB SPG216C System Software Development IIA
SSE226C System Software Engineering II DBS216C Databases II
SPG226C System Software IIB SPG216C System Software IIA
CNS316C Communication Networks Switching III SPG226C System Software IIB
CNR316C Communication Networks Routing III SPG226C System Software IIB
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SSE316C System Software Engineering III SSE226C System Software Engineering II

SSD316C System Software Development III SSD226C System Software Development IIB
CMN327W Work-integrated Learning in Computer SPG226C System Software IIB and
Networking CMN226C Communication Networks IIB

26.2 DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

DP_CVL

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 280

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 280
HEMIS CREDITS 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 2 years

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

The purpose of this qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills
required for a student’s progression towards becoming a competent practising Engineering
Technician. It is intended to subsequently empower the Candidate Engineering Technician to
demonstrate his/her ability to apply his/her acquired knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes
and values in the South African work environment. The qualification is also designed to add value
to the qualifying student in terms of personal enrichment, as well as status and professional
recognition.

A person in possession of this qualification is able to:

• competently apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical
experience and appropriate skills towards solving well-defined problems in the field of
Engineering, whilst operating within the relevant standards and codes;
• demonstrate well-rounded general engineering knowledge, as well as systematic knowledge
of the main terms, procedures, principles and operations of one of the disciplines of
Engineering;
• gather evidence from primary sources and journals using advanced retrieval skills, and also
organise, synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to the
audience;
• apply the acquired knowledge to new situations, both concrete and abstract, in the workplace
or community;
• identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project;
• make independent decisions/judgements, taking into account the relevant technical,
economic, social and environmental factors;
• work both independently and as a member of a team, and also as a team leader;
• relate engineering activity to health and safety, as well as environmental, cultural and
economic sustainability;
• meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
as a Candidate Engineering Technician (upon completion of 1-year appropriate experiential
learning/industry exposure after completion of Dip Eng Tech); and
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• demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial and career
opportunities, and to engage in professional development.

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
January July
ALC5011 ALC5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 14 0.100
Studies
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy 14 0.100
CCM11A Construction Materials 14 0.100
CAM11A Applied Mechanics 14 0.100
MAT11A Mathematics I 14 0.100
CMT12A Construction Methods 14 0.100
CDR12A Drawings I 14 0.100
CSM12A Soil Mechanics 14 0.100
MAT12A Mathematics II 14 0.100
CTS12A Theory of Structures 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.00

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4
January July January July
CDR21A Drawings II 14 0.100
CDS21A Design of Structures I 14 0.100
CHY21A Hydrology 14 0.100
CSU21A Surveying I 14 0.100
CTE21A Transportation 14 0.100
Engineering I
CDS22A Design of Structures II 14 0.100
CPM22A Engineering Project 14 0.100
Management
CHD22A Hydraulics 14 0.100
CSU22A Surveying II 14 0.100
CTE22A Transportation 14 0.100
Engineering II
Total: 140 1.00

REMARKS
• All instructional offerings shown are compulsory.
• The total credit value of all instructional offerings must add up to 280.
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• Students must achieve competency in all the ECSA graduate attributes before they will be allowed
to graduate.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
(LCS5011) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and complete
LCS5012 in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies.
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• After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma in Engineering Technology will be
awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements:
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:
• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 and higher on the CUT scoring scale, plus
a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in both Physical Sciences and
Mathematics.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 and higher on the CUT scoring scale, plus
a minimum pass mark of 50% (rating 4) in both Mathematics and Physical Sciences.
Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES
• The student is not permitted to continue with an instructional offering on the subsequent level
before successfully completing the preceding level (see prerequisites).

Instructional offering Equivalent instructional Prerequisite instructional offering

offering from N Dip Civil
(ISNDLS/EXNDCE)
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy COM11/2AI GRADE 12
CAM11A Applied Mechanics CAM11/2AI GRADE 12
CCM11A Construction Materials KMA11/2AI GRADE 12
CDR12A Drawings I CDR11/2AI GRADE 12
CMT12A Construction Methods KMT11/2AI CCM11A/B/ KMA11/2AI
CSM12A Soil Mechanics CGE21/2AI CCM11A/B/ KMA11/2AI
CTS12A Theory of Structures CTS21/2AI CAM11A/B/ CAM11/2AI
ALC5011 Academic Literacy and ECM11/2A/BI GRADE 12
Communication Studies
MAT11A Mathematics I WIS11/2AI GRADE 12
MAT12A Mathematics II WIS21/2AI MAT11A/B/ WIS11/2AI
CDR21A Mathematics II CDR21/2AI CDR12A/B/ CDR11/2AI
CDS21A Design of Structures I SSL31/2AI CTS12A/B/ CTS21/2AI
CDS22A Design of Structures II GWP31/2AI CTS12A/B/ CTS21/2AI
CHD22A Hydraulics CWE31/2AI CAM11A/B, MAT11A/B/
CAM11/2AI, WIS11/2AI
CHY21A Hydrology CWE21/2AI MAT11A/B/ WIS11/2AI
CPM22A Engineering Project CDO31/2AI CMT12A/B/ KMT11/2AI
Management
CSU21A Surveying I CSU11/2AI MAT11A/B/ WIS11/2AI
CSU22A Surveying II CSU21/2AI CSU21A/ B/ CSU11/2AI
CTE21A Transportation CTE21/2AI CMT12A/B/ KMT11/2AI
Engineering I
CTE22A Transportation CTE31/2AI CTE21A/B/ CTE21/2AI
Engineering II
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26.3 DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY IN ELECTRICAL

ENGINEERING DP_ELE

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 280

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 280
HEMIS CREDITS 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 2 years

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

This qualification is primarily vocational, or industry oriented, characterised by the knowledge

emphasis, general principles and application of technology transfer. The qualification provides
students with a sound knowledge base in a particular field or discipline, and the ability to apply
their knowledge and skills to particular career or professional contexts, whilst equipping them to
undertake more specialised and intensive learning. Programmes leading to this qualification tend
to have a strong vocational, professional or career focus, and holders of this qualification are
usually prepared to enter a specific niche in the labour market. The specific purpose of educational
programmes designed to meet this qualification are to build the necessary knowledge,
understanding, abilities and skills required for further learning towards becoming a competent
practicing Candidate Engineering Technician.

A person in possession of this qualification is able to:

• competently apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical
experience and appropriate skills towards solving well-defined problems in the field of
Engineering, whilst operating within the relevant standards and codes;
• demonstrate well-rounded general engineering knowledge, as well as systematic knowledge
of the main terms, procedures, principles and operations of one of the disciplines of
Engineering;
• gather evidence from primary sources and journals using advanced retrieval skills, and also
organise, synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to the
audience;
• apply the acquired knowledge to new situations, both concrete and abstract, in the workplace
or community;
• identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project;
• make independent decisions/judgements, taking into account the relevant technical,
economic, social and environmental factors;
• work both independently and as a member of a team, and also as a team leader;
• relate engineering activity to health and safety, as well as environmental, cultural and
economic sustainability;
• meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
as a Candidate Engineering Technician (at diploma level); and
• demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial and career
opportunities, and to engage in professional development

Instructional offerings
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1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
January July
ALC5011 ALC5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 14 0.100
studies
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy 14 0.100
EEN115A Electrical Engineering I 14 0.100
ELE115A Electronic Fundamentals I 14 0.100
MAT115A Mathematics 14 0.100
EDS125A Digital Systems II 14 0.100
EEN125A Electrical Engineering II 14 0.100
ELA125A Electronic Applications II 14 0.100
EPG125A Programming I 14 0.100
MAT126A Mathematics II 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4
January July January July
EDS216A EDS216B Digital Systems III 14 0.100
ELA216A ELA216B Electronic Applications 14 0.100
III
ELM216A ELM216B Electrical Machines II 14 0.100
ENW216A ENW216B Network Systems II 14 0.100
MAT216A MAT216B Mathematics III 14 0.100
ECM226B ECM226A Electronic 14 0.100
Communication III
ECS226B ECS226A Control Systems III 14 0.100
EDP226B EDP226A Design Project III 14 0.100
EID226B EID226A Industrial Electronics III 14 0.100
ENS226B ENS226A Energy Systems III 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000

REMARKS
• The total SAQA credit value of all instructional offerings must add up to 280.
• The Diploma will be issued upon completion of 280 SAQA credits.
• At least 70 SAQA credits must be earned in the second-year level instructional offerings.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies modules.
• Only one intake per year, in January. After successful completion of this qualification, the
Diploma will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.
• Students may not simultaneously enrol for subjects spanning more than two academic
semesters. For example: A student may enrol for Semester 2 and Semester 3 subjects
simultaneously, but may then not enrol for any Semester 1 and Semester 4 subjects.
• Students may not enrol for subjects that involve timetable clashes.

Admission requirements
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:
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• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 or higher on the CUT scoring scale,
plus a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in English, Physical
Sciences and Mathematics.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 or higher on the CUT scoring scale,
plus a minimum pass mark of 50% (rating 4) in Mathematics, Physical Sciences and English.
Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES
• The student is not permitted to continue with an instructional offering on the subsequent
level before successfully completing the preceding level.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Code Subject Code Subject

ECS226A Control Systems III MAT216A Mathematics III and

ELA216A Electronic Applications III
EDP226A Design Project III ELA216A Electronic Applications II and
EDS216A Digital Systems III &
ELM216A Electrical Machines II and
ENW216A Network Systems II
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy I Grade 12
EDS125A Digital Systems II BDL11A Digital Literacy and
ELE115A Electronic Fundamentals I
EDS216A Digital Systems III ELE115A Digital Systems II
ELA125A Electronic Application II ELE115A Electronic Fundamentals I and
BDL11A Digital Literacy I
ELA216A Electronic Applications III ELA125A Electronic Application II
ECM226A Electronic Communication III ELA216A Electronic Application III and
MAT216A Mathematics III
ELE115A Electronic Fundamentals I Grade 12
EEN115A Electrical Engineering I Grade 12
EEN125A Electrical Engineering II EEN115A Electrical Engineering I and
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy I
ELM216A Electrical Machines II EEN125A Electrical Engineering II
ENS226A Energy Systems III EEN125A Electrical Engineering II and
ELM216A Electrical Machines II
EID226A Industrial Electronics III ELM216A Electronic Application III and
ELM216A Electrical Machines II
MAT115A Mathematics I Grade 12
MAT126A Mathematics II MAT115A Mathematics I
MAT216A Mathematics III MAT126A Mathematics II
ENW216A Network Systems II EPG125A Programming I
EPG125A Programming I BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy I
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26.4 DIPLOMA IN ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY IN MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING DP_MEC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 280

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 280
HEMIS CREDITS 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 2 years

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

The purpose of the qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills
required for a student’s progression towards becoming a competent practising Engineering
Technician. It is intended to subsequently empower the Candidate Engineering Technician to
demonstrate his/her ability to apply his/her acquired knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes
and values in the South African work environment. The qualification is also designed to add value
to the qualifying student in terms of personal enrichment, as well as status and professional
recognition.

A person in possession of this qualification is able to:

• competently apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical
experience and appropriate skills towards solving well-defined problems in the field of
Engineering, whilst operating within the relevant standards and codes;
• demonstrate well-rounded general engineering knowledge, as well as systematic knowledge
of the main terms, procedures, principles and operations of one of the disciplines of
Engineering (Mechanical Engineering);
• gather evidence from primary sources and journals using advanced retrieval skills, and also
organise, synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to the
audience;
• apply the acquired knowledge to new situations, both concrete and abstract, in the workplace
or community;
• identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project;
• make independent decisions or judgements, taking into account the relevant technical,
economic, social and environmental factors;
• work both independently and as a member of a team, and also as a team leader;
• relate engineering activity to health and safety, as well as environmental, cultural and
economic sustainability;
• meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
as a Candidate Engineering Technician (at national diploma level); and
• demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial and career
opportunities, and to engage in professional development.

Instructional offerings
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1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
January July January July
ALC5011 ALC5012 Academic Literacy and 14 0.100
Communication studies
BDL11A BDL11B Digital Literacy I 14 0.100
MMN11A MMN11B Manufacturing I 14 0.100
MAT11A MAT11B Mathematics I 14 0.100
MMC11A MMC11B Mechanics I 14 0.100
*EEN12B EEN12A Electrical Engineering I 14 0.100
*MMT12B MMT12A Materials I 14 0.100
*MAT12B MAT12A Mathematics II 14 0.100
*MDR12B MDR12A Mechanical Drawing I 14 0.100
*MMM12B MMM12A Mechanics of Machines I 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000

*Only applicable to the second semester of 2018 intake.

** Optional

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4
January July January July
MFM21A Fluid Mechanics I 14 0.100
MAT21A Mathematics III 14 0.100
MED21A Mechanical Engineering 14 0.100
Design I
MSM21A Strength of Materials I 14 0.100
MTH21A Thermodynamics I 14 0.100
*MFM22B MFM22A Fluid Mechanics II 14 0.100
*MED22B MED22A Mechanical Engineering 14 0.100
Design II
*MMM22B MMM22A Mechanics of Machines II 14 0.100
*MSM22B MSM22A Strength of Materials II 14 0.100
*MTH22B MTH22A Thermodynamics II 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000

*Only applicable to the second semester of 2018 intake.

REMARKS
• The total SAQA credit value of all instructional offerings must add up to 280.
• The Diploma will be issued upon completion of 280 SAQA credits.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing Academic Literacy
and Communication Studies (LCS5011).
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be awarded during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.
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• Students may not simultaneously enrol for subjects spanning more than two academic
semesters. For example: A student may enrol for Semester 2 and Semester 3 subjects
simultaneously, but may then not enrol for any Semester 1 and Semester 4 subjects.
• Students may not enrol for subjects that involve timetable clashes.
• Students must achieve competency in all 10 graduate attributes before they will be allowed to
graduate.

Admission requirements
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:
• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 or higher on the CUT scoring scale,
plus a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in English, Physical
Sciences and Mathematics.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 or higher on the CUT scoring scale,
plus a minimum pass mark of 50% (rating 4) in Mathematics, Physical Sciences and 40%
(rating 3) in English. Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES
• The student is not permitted to continue with an instructional offering on the subsequent level
before successfully completing the preceding level.

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

Code Subject Code Subject
ALC5011 Academic Literacy and Grade 12
Communication Studies
BDL11A Digital Literacy I Grade 12
EEN12A Electrical Engineering I Grade 12
MFM21A Fluid Mechanics I MMC11A Mechanics I
MFM22A Fluid Mechanics II MFM21A Fluid Mechanics I
MMN11A Manufacturing I Grade 12
MMT12A Materials I Grade 12
MAT11A Mathematics I Grade 12
MAT12A Mathematics II MAT11A Mathematics I
MAT21A Mathematics III MAT12A Mathematics II
MDR12A Mechanical Drawing I Grade 12
MED21A Mechanical Engineering Design I MDR12A Mechanical Drawing I
MED22A Mechanical Engineering Design II MED21A Mechanical Engineering Design I
MMC11A Mechanics I Grade 12
MMM12A Mechanics of Machines I MMC11A Mechanics I
MMM22A Mechanics of Machines II MMM12A Mechanics of Machines I
MSM21A Strength of Materials I MMC11A Mechanics I
MSM22A Strength of Materials II MSM21A Strength of Materials I
MTH21A Thermodynamics I MMC11A Mechanics I
MTH22A Thermodynamics II MTH21A Thermodynamics I
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26.5 DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DP_ITC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 402

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 402
HEMIS CREDITS 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 12 0.090
Communication Studies
ITE115C ITE125C Information Technology Essentials 30 0.228
IA & IB
ITM115C ITM125C Information Technology 30 0.228
Mathematics IA & IB
PSA115C Problem-solving and Algorithms 15 0.113
SOD115C SOD125C Software Development IA & IB 30 0.228
INP125C Internet Programming I 15 0.113
Total: 132 1.000

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
DBS216C Databases II 15 0.100
GID216C Graphic Design II 15 0.100
SOD216C Software Development IIA 15 0.100
TPG216C Technical Programming IIA 15 0.100
WEB215C Web Content Management II 15 0.100
GUD226C Graphical User Interface Design II 15 0.100
INT226C Internet Technologies II 15 0.100
SOD226C Software Development IIB 15 0.100
SOE226C Software Engineering II 15 0.100
TPG226C Technical Programming IIB 15 0.100
Total: 150 1.000

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
CMN316C Communication Networks II 15 0.125
ITS316C Information Technology and 10 0.083
Society I
SOD316C Software Development III 15 0.125
SOE316C Software Engineering III 15 0.125
TPG316C Technical Programming III 15 0.125
ITC327W Work-integrated Learning in 50 0.417
Information Technology
Total: 120 1.000
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REMARKS
• 27 theoretical instructional offerings are to be taken over a period of three years.
• The Diploma will be issued upon completion of 402 SAQA credits.
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be conferred during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
• Admission to this learning programme is subject to selection.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:

• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 on the CUT scoring scale,
plus a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in Mathematics or
Computer Science.
• A candidate must also successfully complete the selection process for admission.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 on the CUT scoring scale, plus a
minimum pass mark of 40% (rating 3) in Mathematics or Computer Science, or 60% (rating
5) in Mathematical Literacy.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

Code Subject Code Subject
LCS5011/L Academic Literacy and Grade 12
CS5012 Communication Studies
CMN316C Communication Networks II SOE226C Software Engineering II
DBS216C Databases II SOD125C Software Development IB
GUD226C Graphical User Interface Design II GID216C Graphic Design II
GID216C Graphic Design II SOD125C Software Development IB
ITS316C Information Technology and Society SOE226C Software Engineering II
I
ITE115C Information Technology Essentials Grade 12
IA
ITE125C Information Technology Essentials ITE115C Information Technology
IB Essentials IA
ITM115C Information Technology Grade 12
Mathematics IA
ITM125C Information Technology ITM115C Information Technology
Mathematics IB Mathematics IA
INP115C Internet Programming I Grade 12
PSA115C Problem-solving and Algorithms Grade 12
SOD115C Software Development IA Grade 12
SOD125C Software Development IB SOD115C Software Development IA
SOD216C Software Development IIA SOD125C Software Development IB
SOD226C Software Development IIB SOD216C Software Development IIA
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SOD316C Software Development III SOD216C Software Development IIB

SOE226C Software Engineering II SOD216C Software Development IIA
SOE316C Software Engineering III SOE226C Software Engineering II
TPG216C Technical Programming IIA SOD125C Software Development IB
TPG226C Technical Programming IIB TPG216C Technical Programming IIA
TPG316C Technical Programming III TPG226C Technical Programming IIB
WEB215C Web Content Management II INP125C Internet Programming I
ITC327W Work-integrated Learning in SOE316C Software Engineering III and
Information Technology SOD316C Software Development III
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27. DIPLOMAS: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES (ECPs)

27.1 DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER NETWORKING ECP EX_CMN

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 477

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 477
HEMIS CREDITS 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 CREDITS CREDITS
FIT115C Foundation of IT Essentials IA 25 0.000
LSK115E Life Skills IA 10 0.000
PPC115C Programming Principles IA 25 0.000
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 12 0.000
Studies
FIT125C Foundation of IT Essentials IB 25 0.000
LSK125E Life Skills IB 10 0.000
PPC125C Programming Principles IB 25 0.000
Total: 132 0.000

2ND YEAR SAQA HEMIS

INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 CREDITS CREDITS
ITM115C ITM125C Information Technology Mathematics 30 0.284
IA & IB
SPG115C System Software IA 15 0.144
SSD115C SSD125C System Software Development IA & IB 30 0.286
ITE125C Information Technology Essentials IB 15 0.143
SPG125C System Software IB 15 0.143
Total: 105 1.000

3RD YEAR SAQA HEMIS

INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 CREDITS CREDITS
CMN216C Communication Networks IIA 15 0.125
DBS216C Databases II 15 0.125
SSD216C SSD226C System Software Development IIA & 30 0.250
IIB
SPG216C System Software IIA 15 0.125
CMN226C Communication Networks IIB 15 0.125
SPG226C System Software IIB 15 0.125
SSE226C System Software Engineering II 15 0.125
Total: 120 1.000
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4TH YEAR SAQA HEMIS

INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 CREDITS CREDITS
CNR316C Communication Networks Routing III 15 0.125
CNS316C Communication Networks Switching III 15 0.125
SSD316C System Software Development III 15 0.125
SSE316C System Software Engineering III 15 0.125
CMN327W Work-integrated Learning in Computer 60 0.500
Networking
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS
• 29 theoretical instructional offerings are to be taken over a period of four years.
• The Diploma will be issued upon completion of 477 SAQA credits.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing Academic Literacy
and Communication Studies (LCS5011).
• In the ECP programme, the following subjects have the same content as the normal
programme:

ECP subject Diploma subject

PPC115C Programming Principles IA Problem-solving and
PSA115C
PPC125C Programming Principles IB Algorithms
FIT115C Foundation of IT Essentials IA Information Technology
ITE115C
FIT125C Foundation of IT Essentials IB Essentials IA

• Only one intake per year, in January.

• After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be conferred during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

REGULATIONS
• Considering that the ECP is subject to additional funding being made available by the
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), a student’s studies will be terminated
should he/she fails PPC115C or PPC125C (the core modules preparing the student for the
Diploma).
• A student may repeat other modules if he/she passed the abovementioned core modules – but
is still bounded by the rule of completing the full Diploma in a 6-year-period. A student may
not change from the ECP to the regular programme.

Admission requirements
• Admission to this learning programme is subject to selection.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:

• Students with an M-score of between 22 and 27, and a minimum mark of 60% on standard
grade or 40% on higher grade in Mathematics or Computer Studies, will be selected according
to the outcome of a selection test.

For candidates who completed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter:
• Students with an M-score of between 22 and 27 on the CUT scoring scale, with a minimum
pass mark of 60% in Mathematical Literacy or 40% in either Mathematics or Information
Technology, will be selected according to the outcome of a selection test.
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• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected

according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Code Subject Code Subject
PPC115C Programming Principles IA Grade 12
LSK115E Life Skills IA Grade 12
FIT115C Foundation of IT Essentials IA Grade 12
PPC125C Programming Principles IB PPC115C Programming Principles IA
LSK125E Life Skills IB LSK115E Life Skills IA
FIT125C Foundation of IT Essentials IB FIT115C Foundation of IT Essentials IA
LCS5011/ Academic Literacy and Grade 12
LCS5012 Communication Studies
ITM115C Information Technology Mathematics Grade 12
IA
SPG115C System Software IA FIT125C Foundation of IT Essentials IB
SSD115C System Software Development IA PPC125C Programming Principles IB
SPG125C System Software IB SPG115C System Software IA
ITM125C Information Technology Mathematics ITM115C Information Technology
IB Mathematics IA
ITE125C Information Technology Essentials IB FIT125C Foundation of IT Essentials IB
SSD125C System Software Development IB SSD115C System Software
Development IA
CMN216C Communication Networks IIA SPG125C System Software IB
DBS216C Databases II SSD125C System Software
Development IB
SSD216C System Software Development IIA SSD125C System Software
Development IB
SPG216C System Software IIA SPG125C System Software IB
CMN226C Communication Networks IIB CMN216C Communication
Networks IIA
SSD226C System Software Development IIB SSD125C System Software
Development IIA
SSE226C System Software Engineering II DBS216C Databases II
SPG226C System Software IIB SPG216C System Software IIA
CNS316C Communication Networks Switching SPG226C System Software IIB
III
CNR316C Communication Networks Routing SPG226C System Software IIB
III
SSE316C System Software Engineering III System Software
SSE226C
Engineering II
SSD316C System Software Development III SSD226C System Software
Development IIB
CMN327W Work-integrated Learning in Computer SPG226C System Software IIB &
Networking CMN226C Communication Networks IIB
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27.2 DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ECP EX_ITC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 492

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 492
HEMIS CREDITS 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 CREDITS CREDITS
FIT115C Foundation of IT Essentials IA 25 0.000
LSK115E Life Skills IA 10 0.000
PPC115C Programming Principles IA 25 0.000
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 12 0.000
Communication Studies
FIT125C Foundation of IT Essentials IB 25 0.000
LSK125E Life Skills IB 10 0.000
PPC125C Programming Principles IB 25 0.000
Total: 132 0.000

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
ITM115C ITM125C Information Technology Mathematics I 30 0.334
SOD115C SOD125C Software Development I 30 0.334
ITE125C Information Technology Essentials I 15 0.166
INP125C Internet Programming I 15 0.166
Total: 90 1.000

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
DBS216C Databases II 15 0.100
GID216C Graphic Design II 15 0.100
SOD216C Software Development IIA 15 0.100
TPG216C Technical Programming IIA 15 0.100
WEB215C Web Content Management II 15 0.100
GUD226C Graphical User Interface Design II 15 0.100
INT226C Internet Technologies II 15 0.100
SOD226C Software Development IIB 15 0.100
SOE226C Software Engineering II 15 0.100
TPG226C Technical Programming IIB 15 0.100
Total: 150 1.000

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
CMN316C Communication Networks II 15 0.125
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ITS316C Information Technology and Society I 10 0.083

SOD316C Software Development III 15 0.125
SOE316C Software Engineering III 15 0.125
TPG316C Technical Programming III 15 0.125
ITC327W Work-integrated Learning in 50 0.417
Information Technology
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS
• 31 theoretical instructional offerings are to be taken over a period of four years.
• The Diploma will be issued upon completion of 492 SAQA credits.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing Academic Literacy
and Communication Studies (LCS5011).
• In the ECP programme, the following subjects have the same content as the normal
programme:

ECP subject Diploma subject

PPC115C Programming Principles IA Problem-solving and
PSA115C
PPC125C Programming Principles IB Algorithms
FIT115C Foundation of IT Essentials IA Information Technology
ITE1I5C
FIT125C Foundation of IT Essentials IB Essentials IA

• Only one intake per year, in January.

• After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be conferred during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

REGULATIONS
• Considering that the ECP is subject to additional funding being made available by the
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), a student’s studies will be terminated
should he/she fails PPC115C or PPC125C (the core modules preparing the student for the
Diploma).
• A student may repeat other modules if he/she passed the core modules – but is still bounded
by the rule of completing the full Diploma in a 6-year-period.
• A student may not change from the ECP to the regular programme.

Admission requirements
• Admission to this learning programme is subject to selection.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:

• Students with an M-score of between 22 and 27, and a minimum mark of 60% on standard
grade or 40% on higher grade in either Mathematics or Computer Studies, will be selected
according to the outcome of a selection test.

For candidates who completed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter:
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• Students with an M-score of between 22 and 27 on the CUT scoring scale, with a minimum
pass mark of 60% in Mathematical Literacy or 40% in either Mathematics or Information
Technology, will be selected according to the outcome of a selection test.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional

offerings
Code Subject Code Subject
PPC115C Programming Principles IA Grade 12
LSK115E Life Skills IA Grade 12
FIT115C Foundation of IT Essentials IA Grade 12
PPC125C Programming Principles IB PPC115C Programming Principles IA
LSK125E Life Skills IB LSK115E Life Skills IA
FIT125C Foundation of IT Essentials IB FIT115C Foundation of IT Essentials IA
LCS5011/ Academic Literacy and Grade 12
LCS5012 Communication Studies
ITM115C Information Technology Grade 12
Mathematics IA
INP125C Internet Programming I PPC125C Programming Principles IB
SOD115C Software Development IA PPC125C Programming Principles IB
ITM125C Information Technology ITM115C Information Technology
Mathematics IB Mathematics IA
ITE125C Information Technology FIT125C Foundation of IT Essentials IB
Essentials IB
SOD125C Software Development IB SOD115C Software Development IA
DBS216C Databases II SOD125C Software Development IB
GID216C Graphic Design II SOD125C Software Development IB
SOD216C Software Development IIA SOD125C Software Development IB
TPG216C Technical Programming IIA SOD125C Software Development IB
WEB215C Web Content Management II INP125C Internet Programming I
GUD226C Graphical User Interface GID216C Graphic Design II
Design II
INT226C Internet Technologies II WEB215C Web Content Management II
SOD226C Software Development IIB SOD216C Software Development IIA
SOE226C Software Engineering II DBS216C Databases II
TPG226C Technical Programming IIB TPG216C Technical Programming IIA
ITS316C Information Technology and SOE226C Software Engineering II
Society I
CMN316C Communication Networks II SOE226C Software Engineering II
SOE316C Software Engineering III SOE226C Software Engineering II
SOD316C Software Development III SOD226C Software Development IIB
TPG316C Technical Programming III TPG226C Technical Programming IIB
ITC327W Work-integrated Learning in SOE316C Software Engineering III and
Information Technology SOD316C Software Development III
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28. ADVANCED DIPLOMA

28.1 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN COMPUTER NETWORKING: AD_CMN

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 138

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 138
HEMIS CREDITS 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
Research methodology/Network Project 15 0.110
NPJ417C 4A
CMN417C Wireless Networks 4 18 0.130
DBS417E Database Systems 4 18 0.130
CSY417E Information Security 4 18 0.130
IFD427C Infrastructure Design 4 18 0.130
NPJ427C Research Methodology/Network Project 15 0.110
Select 2 from the 3 electives below:
CSA427E Computer Server’s Administration 18 0.130
NCO427E Network Convergence 4 18 0.130
OPS427E Operating Systems 4 18 0.130
Total: 138 1.000

Instructional offerings of the electives are presented on demand, depending on the

number of students enrolling for such instructional offerings. There is a possibility that
a particular instructional offering will not be presented during a specific year.

Remarks
• The Advanced Diploma in Computer Networking is aimed at students who will progress from
the undergraduate Diploma in Computer Networking (or equivalent).
Its content and exit level outcomes are aligned to the HEQSF and the level descriptors specifically
at NQF level 7.

Admission Requirements:
• An average mark of at least 60% for the final-year subjects in the Diploma in Information
Technology OR
• An average mark of at least 60% for the final-year subjects in the Diploma in Computer
Networking.
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28.2 ADVANCE DIPLOMA IN: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AD_ITC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 138

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 138
HEMIS CREDITS 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 CREDITS CREDITS
IPJ417C Research methodology/IT Project 4A 15 0.110
SOD417C Software Development 4 18 0.130
DBS417E Database Systems 4 18 0.130
CSY417E Information Security 4 18 0.130
IPJ427C Research methodology/IT Project 4B 15 0.110
SOE427C Software Engineering & Design 4 18 0.130
Select 2 from the 3 electives below:
OPS427E Operating Systems 4 18 0.130
CSA427E Computer Server’s Administration 18 0.130
GID427E User Interfaces Design 4 18 0.130
Total: 138 1.000

Instructional offerings of the electives are presented on demand, depending on the

number of students enrolling for such instructional offerings. There is a possibility that
a particular instructional offering will not be presented during a specific year.

Remarks
• The Advanced Diploma in Computer Networking is aimed at students who will progress
from the undergraduate Diploma in Computer Networking (or equivalent).
• Its content and exit level outcomes are aligned to the HEQSF and the level descriptors
specifically at NQF level 7.

Admission Requirements:
• An average mark of at least 60% for the final-year subjects in the Diploma in Computer
Networking. OR
• An average mark of at least 60% for the final-year subjects in the Diploma in Information
Technology
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28.3 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN LOGISTICS AND TRANSPORTATION

MANAGEMENT ADLTME

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 132

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 132
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 CREDITS CREDITS
BLM0011 Business Logistics and Management I 12 0.091
IRP0011 Introduction to Research & Research 12 0.091
Project
PJM0011 Project Management 12 0.091
TPP0011 Transportation Planning 18 0.136
TFM0011 Traffic Planning and Management# 12 0.091
LCT0011 Local Transportation# 12 0.091
BLM0012 Business Logistics and Management II 12 0.091
TSE0012 Transportation Economics 12 0.091
IVM0012 Inventory Management 12 0.091
FRM0012 Freight Planning and Management 18 0.136
THE0012 Transportation and Highway 12 0.091
Engineering#
URP0012 Urban and Regional Planning# 12 0.091
QTO0011 *Quantitative Techniques and 12 0.091
Optimisation#
**Rail Transportation# 12 0.091
**Infrastructure Planning# 12 0.091
Total: 132 1.000

#Electivesubjects: Students are required to choose at least one elective per semester.
*Elective subject: Not to be offered from 2021 onwards.
**Elective subjects: Not currently offered and incorporated in subjects TPP0011 and
FRM0012.

REMARKS
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• A minimum of 132 SAQA credits is required to obtain the qualification.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

For candidates who matriculated before/during 2007 or who completed the National Senior
Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Diploma in Civil Engineering (NQF level 6; 360 credits);

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OR
• A National Diploma in Management (NQF level 6; 360 credits).

PREREQUISITES

• An NQF-level 6 qualification (360 credits), as indicated under “Admission requirements”.

• Relevant experience in civil engineering, project management, logistics and transportation
is recommended.
• All applications for admission will be considered individually.
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29. BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES

29.1 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

ISBTRR
(This programme will be phased out. The planned last year of intake is 2018. The
planned final teach-out date is 2020. The phase-out dates are subject to change.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years’ part-
time block release

Instructional offerings

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
APC40AI Appropriate Construction IV 20 0.167
PRO40AI Real Estate Management IV 20 0.167
BEP40AI *Building Entrepreneurship IV 20 0.167
COE40AI *Construction Economics IV 20 0.167
CLP40AI *Construction Law and Procedure IV 20 0.167
KON40AI *Construction Management IV 20 0.167
DEM40AI Development Management IV 20 0.167
NMD10AI *Research Methodology I 20 0.167
Total: 120 1.336

REMARKS
• *Compulsory instructional offerings.
• The total credit value of fourth-level instructional offerings is 120 SAQA credits (1
HEMIS credit).
• Six theoretical instructional offerings must be taken at level IV, one of which must be
an instructional offering selected from the list above.
• **The student must already be in possession of the National Diploma: Building, with
the specific prescribed instructional offerings as stipulated in the CUT Calendar.
Enquiries may be directed to the Head of Department: Built Environment. A 60%
average for the National Diploma and a 60% average for Construction Management III
are required.
• After successful completion of this qualification, a Baccalaureus Technologiae Degree
will be conferred during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.
• Students following the part-time programme may not be enrolled for more than three
subjects in any year of study.
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29.2 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: ENGINEERING: CIVIL ISBTCJ

(The last FTE intake was Semester 2 of 2019 and the phasing-out date is Semester 2 of
2021)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

The purpose of the qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills
required for a student’s progression towards becoming a competent practising Engineering
Technologist. It is intended to subsequently empower the Candidate Engineering Technologist
to demonstrate his/her ability to apply his/her acquired knowledge, understanding, skills,
attitudes and values in the South African work environment. The qualification is also designed
to add value to the qualifying student in terms of personal enrichment, as well as status and
recognition.

A person in possession of this qualification is able to:

• competently apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical
experience and appropriate skills towards solving broadly defined problems in the field of
Engineering, whilst operating within the relevant standards and codes;
• demonstrate well-rounded general engineering knowledge, as well as systematic
knowledge of the main terms, procedures, principles and operations of one of the
disciplines of Engineering;
• gather evidence from primary sources and journals using advanced retrieval skills, and also
organise, synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to
the audience;
• apply the acquired knowledge to new situations, both concrete and abstract, in the
workplace or community;
• identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project;
• make independent decisions/judgements, taking into account the relevant technical,
economic, social and environmental factors;
• work both independently and as a member of a team, and also as a team leader;
• relate engineering activity to health and safety, as well as environmental, cultural and
economic sustainability;
• meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa
(ECSA) as a Candidate Engineering Technologist (at BTech level); and
• demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial and career
opportunities, and to engage in professional development.
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Instructional offerings

4TH YEAR
URBAN INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
January July
KMA42AI Construction Materials Technology IV 15 0.125
GEO42AI Geometric Design IV 15 0.125
PLA41AI Pavement Technology IV 15 0.125
NWK42AI Reticulation Design and Management IV 15 0.125
STE41AI Urban Planning and Design IV 15 0.125
PJK41AI PJK42AI Project Management: Civil IV 15 0.125
Total credits for specialist field: 90 0.750
Total credits for other fields: 30 0.250
Grand total: 120 1.000

4TH YEAR
TRANSPORTATION INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
January July
ASF41AI Asphalt Technology IV 15 0.125
BET42AI Concrete Technology IV 15 0.125
GEO42AI Geometrical Design IV 15 0.125
PLA41AI Pavement Technology IV 15 0.125
VKR42AI Traffic Engineering IV 15 0.125
VVR42AI Transportation Planning IV 15 0.125
PJK41AI PJK42AI Project Management: Civil IV 15 0.125
Total credits for specialist field: 90 0.750
Total credits for other fields: 30 0.250
Grand total: 120 1.000

4TH YEAR
WATER INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
January July
DAM42AI Dam Engineering IV 15 0.125
HDR41AI Hydraulics IV 15 0.125
HID41AI Hydrology IV 15 0.125
BSP42AI Irrigation IV 15 0.125
NWK42AI Reticulation Design and Management IV 15 0.125
AFW42AI Wastewater Treatment Technology IV 15 0.125
WBH41AI Water Treatment Technology IV 15 0.125
PJK41AI PJK42AI Project Management: Civil IV 15 0.125
Total credits for specialist field: 90 0.750
Total credits for other fields: 30 0.250
Grand total: 120 1.000

REMARKS
• A student must choose a particular specialist field, provided that he/she complies with the
prerequisites thereof. In each specialist field, the learning programme consists of five CORE
instructional offerings, plus three from other specialist fields (i.e., a total of eight instructional
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offerings). The details of learning programmes for the specialist fields are available from the
relevant Departmental Administrator.
• Construction Materials Technology IV may not be taken in combination with Concrete
Technology IV and/or Asphalt Technology IV.
• After successful completion of this qualification, a Baccalaureus Technologiae Degree will be
conferred during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

PREREQUISITES
• To qualify for admission to the Baccalaureus Technologiae: Engineering: Civil programme, a
student must already be in possession of a National Diploma: Engineering: Civil, with the
specific prescribed instructional offerings as stipulated in the CUT Calendar.

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

Code Subject Code Subject
AFW42AI Wastewater Treatment Technology IV CWE21/2AI Water Engineering II
CWE31/2AI Water Engineering III
ASF41AI Asphalt Technology IV CTE31/2AI Transportation Engineering III
BET42AI Concrete Technology IV National Diploma: Engineering: Civil
BSP42AI Irrigation IV CWE21/2AI Water Engineering II
CWE31/2AI Water Engineering III
DAM42AI Dam Engineering IV CWE21/2AI Water Engineering II
CWE31/2AI Water Engineering III
CGE31/2AI Geotechnical Engineering III
GEO42AI Geometrical Design I CGE31/2AI Geotechnical Engineering III
HDR41AI Hydraulics IV CWE31/2AI Water Engineering III
HID41AI Hydrology IV CWE31/2AI Water Engineering III
KMA42AI Construction Materials Technology IV CGE31/2AI Geotechnical Engineering III
CTE31/2AI Transportation Engineering III
NWK42AI Reticulation Design and Management CWE31/2AI Water Engineering II
IV
PJK41/2AI Project Management: Civil IV National Diploma: Engineering: Civil
PLA41AI Pavement Technology IV CGE31/2AI Geotechnical Engineering III
CTE31/2AI Transportation Engineering III
STE41AI Urban Planning and Design IV National Diploma: Engineering: Civil
VKR42AI Traffic Engineering IV CTE31/2AI Transportation Engineering III
VVR42AI Transportation Planning IV CTE31/2AI Transportation Engineering III
WBH41AI Transportation Planning IV CWE21/2AI Water Engineering II
CWE31/2AI Water Engineering III
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29.3 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: ENGINEERING: ELECTRICAL

IEBTEG
(The last FTE intake was Semester 2 of 2019 and the teach-out date is Semester 2 of
2021)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part
time

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

The purpose of the qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills
required for a student’s progression towards becoming a competent practising Engineering
Technologist. It is intended to subsequently empower the Candidate Engineering Technologist
to demonstrate his/her ability to apply his/her acquired knowledge, understanding, skills,
attitudes and values in the South African work environment. The qualification is also designed
to add value to the qualifying student in terms of personal enrichment, as well as status and
recognition.

A person in possession of this qualification is able to:

• competently apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical
experience and appropriate skills towards solving broadly defined problems in the field of
Engineering, whilst operating within the relevant standards and codes;
• demonstrate well-rounded general engineering knowledge, as well as systematic
knowledge of the main terms, procedures, principles and operations of one of the
disciplines of Engineering;
• gather evidence from primary sources and journals using advanced retrieval skills, and also
organise, synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to
the audience;
• apply the acquired knowledge to new situations, both concrete and abstract, in the
workplace or community;
• identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project;
• make independent decisions or judgements, taking into account the relevant technical,
economic, social and environmental factors;
• work both independently and as a member of a team, and also as a team leader;
• relate engineering activity to health and safety, as well as environmental, cultural and
economic sustainability;
• meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa
(ECSA) as a Candidate Engineering Technologist (at BTech level); and
• demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial and career
opportunities, and to engage in professional development.

Instructional offerings
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4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
January July
REN41AI REN42AI Computer Networks IV 12 0.100
DBP41AI DBP42AI Database Programming IV 12 0.100
EDG41AI EDG42AI Digital Signal Processing IV 12 0.100
EMJ41AI EMJ42AI Electrical Machines IV 12 0.100
EBE41AI EBE42AI Electrical Protection IV 12 0.100
EKS41AI EKS42AI Electronic Communication Systems IV 12 0.100
EKM41AI EKM42AI Electronic Communication IV 12 0.100
ELE41AI ELE42AI Electronics IV 12 0.100
EIW41AI EIW42AI Engineering Mathematics IV 12 0.100
EHV41AI EHV42AI High-voltage Engineering IV 12 0.100
EMO41AI EMO42AI Microsystems Design IV 12 0.100
EMI41AI EMI42AI Microcontroller Systems IV 12 0.100
EPE41AI EPE42AI Power Electronics IV 12 0.100
EPS41AI EPS42AI Power Systems IV 12 0.100
EBT41AI EBT42AI Protection Technology IV 12 0.100
PIG41AI PIG42AI Software Engineering IV 12 0.100
SFS41AI SFS42AI Software Systems IV 12 0.100
EIP40AI *Industrial Project IV (Light Current) 36 0.300
EIP40HI *Industrial Project IV (Heavy Current) 36 0.300
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS
• *Compulsory instructional offerings.
• The total credit value of the theoretical instructional offerings is 120 SAQA credits (1 HEMIS
credit).
• A maximum of 24 SAQA credits (0.2 HEMIS credits) in any other Engineering-related
learning programme may be presented.
• A student must already be in possession of the National Diploma: Engineering: Electrical,
with the specific prescribed instructional offerings as stipulated in the CUT Calendar.
Enquiries may be directed to the Head of Department: Electrical, Electronic and Computer
Engineering.
• Two intakes per year, in January and July.
• After successful completion of this qualification, a Baccalaureus Technologiae Degree will
be conferred during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

PREREQUISITES

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Code Subject Code Subject
REN41AI Computer Networks IV NET30AI Network Systems III
DBP41AI Database Programming IV PRG30AI Programming III
EDG41AI Digital Signal Processing IV EDS30BI Digital Systems III and
WIS30 AI Mathematics III
EMJ41AI Electrical Machines IV EMJ30AI Electrical Machines III
EBE41AI Electrical Protection IV EBE30AI Electrical Protection III
EKS41AI Electronic Communication Systems IV ERE30AI Radio Engineering III
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EKM41AI Electronic Communication IV ERE30AI Radio Engineering III

ELE41AI Electronics IV ELT30AI Electronic Applications III
EIW41AI Engineering Mathematics IV WIS30AI Mathematics III
EHV41AI High-voltage Engineering IV EEN30AI Electrical Engineering III
EMO41AI Microsystems Design IV EDS30BI Digital Systems III
EMI41AI Microcontroller Systems IV EDS30BI Digital Systems III
EPE41AI Power Electronics IV EPE30AI Power Electronics III
EPS41AI Power Systems IV EEN30AI Electrical Engineering III and
EPE30AI Power Electronics III
EBT41AI Protection Technology IV EBE30AI Electrical Protection III
PIG41AI Software Engineering IV PIG30AI Software Engineering III
SFS41AI Software Systems IV OPT30AI Operating Systems III
EIP40AI *Industrial Project IV (Light Current) EDP30LI Design Project III
EIP40HI *Industrial Project IV (Heavy Current) EDP30HI Design Project III

29.4 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: ENGINEERING: MECHANICAL

IMBTMB
(This programme will be phased out. The last FTE intake was Semester 2 of 2019 and
the teach-out date is Semester 2 of 2021.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

The purpose of this qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills
required for a student’s progression towards becoming a competent practising Engineering
Technologist. It is intended to subsequently empower the Candidate Engineering Technologist
to demonstrate his/her ability to apply his/her acquired knowledge, understanding, skills,
attitudes and values in the South African work environment. The qualification is also designed
to add value to the qualifying student in terms of personal enrichment, as well as status and
recognition.

A person in possession of this qualification is able to:

• competently apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical
experience and appropriate skills towards solving broadly defined problems in the field of
Engineering, whilst operating within the relevant standards and codes;
• demonstrate well-rounded general engineering knowledge, as well as systematic
knowledge of the main terms, procedures, principles and operations of one of the
disciplines of Engineering;
• gather evidence from primary sources and journals using advanced retrieval skills, and also
organise, synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to
the audience;
• apply the acquired knowledge to new situations, both concrete and abstract, in the
workplace or community;
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• identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project;

• make independent decisions/judgements, taking into account the relevant technical,
economic, social and environmental factors;
• work both independently and as a member of a team, and also as a team leader;
• relate engineering activity to health and safety, as well as environmental, cultural and
economic sustainability;
• meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa
(ECSA) as a Candidate Engineering Technologist (at BTech level); and
• demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial and career
opportunities, and to engage in professional development.

Instructional offerings

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
January July
MAC41AI Automatic Control IV 15 0.125
MSM41AI Strength of Materials IV 15 0.125
MTB41AI Thermodynamics IV 15 0.125
MTU41AI Turbo Machines IV 15 0.125
MFM42AI Fluid Mechanics IV 15 0.125
MEM42AI Mechanics of Machines IV 15 0.125
MRF42AI Refrigeration and Air Conditioning IV 15 0.125
MSA42AI Stress Analysis IV 15 0.125
MDP40AI *Engineering Design Project IV 30 0.250
Total: 120 1.0

*Compulsory. Registrations only in January.

REMARKS
• Mathematics III is a prerequisite for all the above-mentioned instructional offerings.
• *Compulsory instructional offerings: Engineering Design Project IV and any two of the
following combinations:
• Mechanics of Machines IV & Automatic Control IV, or Strength of Materials IV & Stress
Analysis IV, or Thermodynamics IV & Refrigeration and Air Conditioning IV, or Fluid
Mechanics IV & Turbo Machines IV.
• The total credit value of fourth-level theoretical instructional offerings is 120 SAQA credits
(1 HEMIS credit).
• The degree will be conferred as soon as 120 formal SAQA credits have been earned.
• Work-integrated Learning does not form part of the instructional offerings presented in any
other approved Engineering programme.
• A student must already be in possession of the National Diploma: Engineering: Mechanical,
with the specific prescribed instructional offerings as stipulated in the CUT Calendar.
Enquiries may be directed to the Head of Department: Mechanical and Mechatronics
Engineering.
• After successful completion of this qualification, a Baccalaureus Technologiae Degree will
be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.
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PREREQUISITES

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Code Subject Code Subject
MAC41AI Automatic Control IV MTM30AI Theory of Machines III
MDP40AI *Engineering Design Project IV MED30AI Mechanical Engineering Design III
MFM42AI Fluid Mechanics IV MHM30AI Hydraulic Machines III
MEM42AI Mechanics of Machines IV MTM30AI Theory of Machines III
Refrigeration and Air Steam Plant III
MRF42AI MST30AI
Conditioning IV
MSM41AI Strength of Materials IV MSK30AI Applied Strength of Materials III
MSA42AI Stress Analysis IV MSK30AI Applied Strength of Materials III
MTB41AI Thermodynamics IV MST30AI I Steam Plant III
MTU41AI Turbo Machines IV MHM30AI Hydraulic Machines III
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30. BACHELOR’S DEGREES

30.1 BACHELOR OF CONSTRUCTION IN HEALTH AND SAFETY

MANAGEMENT B_CHSM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 374
HEMIS CREDITS 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy or 6 0.050
DLC5012 Basic Digital Literacy
COM10BE Construction Management I 16 0.134
CML10BE Construction Materials 16 0.134
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I 12 0.100
DCT10BE Design and Construction 16 0.134
LCS5011 or Academic Literacy and 6 0.050
LCS5012 Communication Studies
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I 16 0.134
RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods 16 0.134
UDS10BE Urban Development and 16 0.134
Sustainability
1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
BGD20BE Building Services 16 0.125
HSM20BE Fundamentals of Health and Safety 16 0.125
Management
CDL20BE Construction and Development Law 16 0.125
COM20BE Construction Management II 16 0.125
CHS20BE Construction Health and Safety 16 0.125
PGA20BE Project Planning and Administration 16 0.125
STC20BE Structures and Concrete 16 0.125
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics 16 0.125
CAP30BE Construction Accounting Principles 16 0.127
COM30BE Construction Management III 16 0.127
IHS30BE Industrial Health and Safety 16 0.127
Management
TTS30BE Transportation and Traffic Safety 16 0.127
FBS30BE Facility and Building Safety 16 0.127
ESM30BE Environmental Safety Management 16 0.127
IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning 30 0.238
Total: 374 3.006
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REMARKS

Admission requirements
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:
• A Senior Certificate with at least a minimum of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade
in Mathematics, and a minimum of 32 points on the CUT scoring scale.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

• National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum score of 32 or more points on the CUT
scoring scale, and at least a minimum of 60% to 69% (level 4) in English, Mathematics and
Physical Sciences in the Grade 12 examination, or a National Certificate (Vocational) with
appropriate subject combinations and levels of achievement, as defined in Government Gazette
Vol. 751, No. 32131 of 11 July 2008 and Government Gazette Vol. 533, No. 32743 of November
2009.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.
• Alternatively, a higher certificate, advanced certificate or diploma in a cognate field may satisfy
the minimum admission requirements.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the subject, Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Code Subject Code Subject
LCS5011 / Academic Literacy and Grade 12
LCS5012 Communication Studies
DLC5010 Basic Digital Literacy or Grade 12
BGD20BE Building Services CML10BE Construction Materials
CAP30BE Construction Accounting Principles CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
CDL20BE Construction and Development Law UDS10BE Urban Development and Sustainability
CHS20BE Construction Health and Safety Grade 12
COM10BE Construction Management I Grade 12
COM20BE Construction Management II COM10BE Construction Management I
COM30BE Construction Management III COM20BE Construction Management II
CML10BE Construction Materials Grade 12
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I Grade 12 Mathematics
DCT10BE Design and Construction Grade 12
ESM30BE Environmental Safety Management CHS20BE Construction Health and Safety
FBS30BE Facility and Building Safety CHS20BE Construction Health and Safety
Fundamentals of Health and Safety Grade 12
HSM20BE
Management
Industrial Health and Safety Fundamentals of Health and Safety
IHS30BE HSM20BE
Management Management
PGA20BE Project Planning and Administration COM10BE Construction Management I
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I Grade 12
RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods Grade 12
STC20BE Structures and Concrete CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
Transportation and Traffic Safety Fundamentals of Health and Safety
TTS30BE HSM20BE
Management
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics UDS10BE Urban Development and Sustainability
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UDS10BE Urban Development and Sustainability Grade 12

IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning All first year subjects

30.2 BACHELOR OF CONSTRUCTION IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

B_CON

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 374
HEMIS CREDITS 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy or 6 0.050
DLC5012 Basic Digital Literacy
COM10BE Construction Management I 16 0.134
CML10BE Construction Materials 16 0.134
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I 12 0.100
DCT10BE Design and Construction 16 0.134
LCS5011 or Academic Literacy & 6 0.050
LCS5012 Communication Studies
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I 16 0.134
RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods 16 0.134
UDS10BE Urban Development and 16 0.134
Sustainability

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
BGD20BE Building Services 16 0.125
CNM20BE Commercial Construction 16 0.125
Methods
CDL20BE Construction and Development 16 0.125
Law
COM20BE Construction Management II 16 0.125
CTA20BE Contract Administration 16 0.125
PGA20BE Project Planning and 16 0.125
Administration
STC20BE Structures and Concrete 16 0.125
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics 16 0.125
CAP30BE Construction Accounting 16 0.127
Principles
COM30BE Construction Management III 16 0.127
CPT30BE Construction Practice Project 16 0.127
CSG30BE Construction Surveying 16 0.127
MSC30BE Modern Methods of Construction 16 0.127
PSE30BE Price Analysis and Estimating 16 0.127
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IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning 30 0.238

Total: 374 3.006

REMARKS

Admission requirements
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:
• A Senior Certificate with at least a minimum of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade
in Mathematics, and a minimum of 32 points on the CUT scoring scale.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

• National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum score of 32 or more points on the CUT
scoring scale, and at least a minimum of 50% to 59% (level 4) in English, Mathematics and
Physical Sciences in the Grade 12 examination, or a National Certificate (Vocational) with
appropriate subject combinations and levels of achievement, as defined in Government Gazette
Vol. 751, No. 32131 of 11 July 2008 and Government Gazette Vol. 533, No. 32743 of November
2009.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.
• Alternatively, a higher certificate, advanced certificate or diploma in a cognate field may satisfy
the minimum admission requirements.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the subject, Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies.

Instructional Offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Code Subject Code Subject
LCS5011 Academic Literacy & Grade 12
Communication Studies
DLC5010 Basic Digital Literacy Grade 12
BGD20BE Building Services CML10BE Construction Materials
CNM20BE Commercial Construction Methods RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods
CAP30BE Construction Accounting Principles CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
CDL20BE Construction and Development UDS10BE Urban Development and
Law Sustainability
COM10BE Construction Management I Grade 12
COM20BE Construction Management II COM10BE Construction Management I
COM30BE Construction Management III COM20BE Construction Management II
CML10BE Construction Materials Grade 12
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I Grade 12 Mathematics
CPT30BE Construction Practice Project COM20BE Construction Management II
CSG30BE Construction Surveying CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
CTA20BE Contract Administration COM10BE Construction Management I
DCT10BE Design and Construction Grade 12
MSC30BE Modern Methods of Construction CNM20BE Commercial Construction Methods
PSE30BE Price Analysis and Estimating CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
PGA20BE Project Planning and Administration COM10BE Construction Management I
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I Grade 12
RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods Grade 12
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STC20BE Structures and Concrete CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I

UDS10BE Urban Development and Grade 12
Sustainability
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics UDS10BE Urban Development and
Sustainability
IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning All first year subjects

30.3 BACHELOR OF CONSTRUCTION IN QUANTITY SURVEYING B_CQS

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 366
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy or 6 0.050
DLC5012 Basic Digital Literacy
COM10BE Construction Management I 16 0.134
CML10BE Construction Materials 16 0.134
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I 12 0.100
DCT10BE Design and Construction 16 0.134
LCS5011 or Academic Literacy & 6 0.050
LCS5012 Communication Studies
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I 16 0.134
RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods 16 0.134
UDS10BE Urban Development and 16 0.134
Sustainability
BGD20BE Building Services 16 0.125
CNM20BE Commercial Construction Methods 16 0.125
CDL20BE Construction and Development 16 0.125
Law
CTA20BE Contract Administration 16 0.125
PGA20BE Project Planning and 16 0.125
Administration
PTG20BE Procurement and Tendering 16 0.125
QTS20BE Quantity Surveying II 16 0.125
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics 16 0.125
CAP30BE Construction Accounting Principles 16 0.127
CSG30BE Construction Surveying 16 0.127
MSC30BE Modern Methods of Construction 16 0.127
PSE30BE Price Analysis and Estimating 16 0.127
QTS30BE Quantity Surveying III 16 0.127
QSP30BE Quantity Surveying Practice Project 16 0.127
IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning 30 0.238
Total: 374 3.006
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REMARKS

Admission requirements
• Admission to this learning programme is subject to selection.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

• A Senior Certificate with at least a minimum of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade
in Mathematics, and a minimum of 32 points on the CUT scoring scale.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum score of 32 or more points on the CUT
scoring scale, and at least a minimum of 60% to 69% (level 4) in English, Mathematics and
Physical Sciences in the Grade 12 examination, or a National Certificate (Vocational) with
appropriate subject combinations and levels of achievement, as defined in Government Gazette
Vol. 751, No. 32131 of 11 July 2008 and Government Gazette Vol. 533, No. 32743 of November
2009.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.
• Alternatively, a higher certificate, advanced certificate or diploma in a cognate field may satisfy
the minimum admission requirements.
• In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an
NSC with endorsement for a bachelor’s degree. A minimum mark of 50% in Life
Sciences/Physiology, Mathematics and Physical Sciences is required. A minimum of 32 points
on the CUT scale of notation is also required.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the subject, Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies.

INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS Prerequisite instructional offering

Code Subject Code Subject
LCS5011 Academic Literacy & Communication Grade 12
Studies
DLC5010 Basic Digital Literacy Grade 12
BGD20BE Building Services CML10BE Construction Materials
CNM20BE Commercial Construction Methods RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods
CDL20BE Construction and Development Law UDS10BE Urban Development and Sustainability
COM10BE Construction Management I Grade 12
CML10BE Construction Materials Grade 12
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I Grade 12 Mathematics
QTS30BE Construction Surveying CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
CTA20BE Contract Administration COM10BE Construction Management I
DCT10BE Design and Construction Grade 12
QSP30BE Modern Methods of Construction CNM20BE Commercial Construction Methods
PSE30BE Price Analysis and Estimating CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
PTG20BE Procurement and Tendering QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I
PGA20BE Project Planning and Administration COM10BE Construction Management I
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I Grade 12
QTS20BE Quantity Surveying II QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I
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QTS30BE Quantity Surveying III QTS20BE Quantity Surveying II

QSP30BE Quantity Surveying Practice Project QTS20BE Quantity Surveying II
RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods Grade 12
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics UDS10BE Urban Development and Sustainability
UDS10BE Urban Development and Sustainability Grade 12
IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning All first year subjects

30.4 BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

B_CVLE

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 420

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 420
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

The purpose of this qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills
required for a student’s progression towards becoming a competent practising Engineering
Technologist. It is intended to subsequently empower the Candidate Engineering Technologist
to demonstrate his/her ability to apply his/her acquired knowledge, understanding, skills,
attitudes and values in the South African work environment. The qualification is also designed
to add value to the qualifying student in terms of personal enrichment, as well as status and
recognition.

A person in possession of this qualification is able to:

• competently apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical
experience and appropriate skills towards solving broadly defined problems in the field of
Engineering, whilst operating within the relevant standards and codes;
• demonstrate well-rounded general engineering knowledge, as well as systematic
knowledge of the main terms, procedures, principles and operations of one of the
disciplines of Engineering;
• gather evidence from primary sources and journals using advanced retrieval skills, and also
organise, synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to
the audience;
• apply the acquired knowledge to new situations, both concrete and abstract, in the
workplace or community;
• identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project;
• make independent decisions/judgements, taking into account the relevant technical,
economic, social and environmental factors;
• work both independently and as a member of a team, and also as a team leader;
• relate engineering activity to health and safety, as well as environmental, cultural and
economic sustainability;
• meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa
(ECSA) as a Candidate Engineering Technologist (at BEngTech level); and
• demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial and career
opportunities, and to engage in professional development.
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Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
January July
ALC5011 ALC5012 Academic Literacy and 14 0.100
Communication Studies
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy 14 0.100
CED11A Engineering Drawings I 14 0.100
CMA11A Engineering Mathematics I 14 0.100
CPH11A Physics 14 0.100
CCE12A Construction Engineering I 14 0.100
CED12A Engineering Drawings II 14 0.100
CMA12A Engineering Mathematics II 14 0.100
CEM12A Engineering Mechanics 14 0.100
CGM12A Geomatics I 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4
January July
CCE21A Construction Engineering II 14 0.100
CMA21A Engineering Mathematics III 14 0.100
CGM21A Geomatics II 14 0.100
CSA21A Structural Analysis I 14 0.100
CUD21A Urban Planning and Design 14 0.100
CEH22A Engineering Hydrology 14 0.100
CPR22A Engineering Project Management 14 0.100
CGE22A Geotechnical Engineering I 14 0.100
CSA22A Structural Analysis II 14 0.100
CPT22A Transportation Planning and Traffic 14 0.100
Engineering
Total: 140 1.000

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 6
January July
CDS31A Design of Structures I 14 0.100
CEH31A Engineering Hydraulics 14 0.100
CGE31A Geotechnical Engineering II 14 0.100
CPJ30A Project 14 0.100
CRT31A Road and Transportation 14 0.100
Engineering
CDS32A Design of Structures II 14 0.100
CPJ30A Project 14 0.100
CRD32A Road Design 14 0.100
CSS32A Water Supply and Sanitation 14 0.100
Engineering
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CWS32A Water Resources Systems Analysis 14 0.100

Total: 140 1.000

REMARKS
• All instructional offerings are compulsory.
• The total credit value of all instructional offerings must add up to 420 SAQA credits.
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• Work-integrated Learning does not form part of the instructional offerings.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing Academic Literacy
and Communication Studies.
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Engineering Technology in
Civil Engineering will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.
• Students must achieve competency in all the ECSA graduate attributes before they will be
allowed to graduate.

Admission requirements:
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:
• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 32 or higher on the CUT
scoring scale, plus the following:
o a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in both Physical
Sciences and English; and
o a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or 50% on higher grade in Mathematics.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who
matriculated in 2007 or before.
• Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted in any of the Engineering disciplines.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

• Candidates with a Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) and a minimum score of 32
points on the CUT scoring scale, plus a minimum mark of 50% to 59% (level 4) in both
English and Physical Sciences, and a minimum mark of 60% to 69% (level 5) for
Mathematics, may be admitted directly to the programme.
• Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted in any of the Engineering disciplines.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who
matriculated in 2008 or thereafter.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate. Candidates must also adhere
to the general admission regulations for candidates who completed the N3, N4, N5 and N6
qualifications at a Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college.

PREREQUISITES

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

Code Subject Code Subject
ALC5011 Academic Literacy and
Grade 12
Communication Studies
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy Grade 12
CCE12A Construction Engineering I Grade 12
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CCE21A Construction Engineering II CCE12A Construction Engineering I

CDS31A Design of Structures I CSA22A Structural Analysis II
CDS32A Design of Structures II CSA22A Structural Analysis II
CED11A Engineering Drawings I Grade 12
CED12A Engineering Drawings II CED11A Engineering Drawings I
CEH31A Engineering Hydraulics CPH11A Physics
CMA11A Engineering Mathematics I
CEH22A Engineering Hydrology CMA11A Engineering Mathematics I
CMA11A Engineering Mathematics I Grade 12 Mathematics
CMA12A Engineering Mathematics II CMA11A Engineering Mathematics I
CMA21A Engineering Mathematics III CMA12A Engineering Mathematics II
CEM12A Engineering Mechanics CPH11A Physics
CPR22A Engineering Project CCE21A
Construction Engineering II
Management
CGM12A Geomatics I Grade 12
CGM21A Geomatics II CGM12A Geomatics I
CGE22A Geotechnical Engineering I Grade 12
CGE31A Geotechnical Engineering II CGE22A Geotechnical Engineering I
CPH11A Physics Grade 12 Physical Sciences
CPJ30A Project All 1st and 2nd year subjects
CRT31A Road and Transportation CGM12ACCE21A Geomatics I
Engineering Construction Engineering II
CRD32A Road Design CRT31A Road and Transportation
Engineering
CSA21A Structural Analysis I CEM12A Engineering Mechanics
CSA22A Structural Analysis II CSA21A Structural Analysis I
CPT22A Transportation Planning and CGM21ACUD21A Geomatics II
Traffic Engineering Urban Planning and Design
CUD21A Urban Planning and Design CED12A Engineering Drawings II
CSS32A Water Supply and Sanitation CEH31A
Engineering Hydraulics
Engineering
CWS32A Water Resources Systems CEH22A
Engineering Hydrology
Analysis
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30.5 BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY IN MECHANICAL

ENGINEERING B_MEC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 420

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 420
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

The purpose of this qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills
required for a student’s progression towards becoming a competent practising Engineering
Technologist. It is intended to subsequently empower the Candidate Engineering Technologist
to demonstrate his/her ability to apply his/her acquired knowledge, understanding, skills,
attitudes and values in the South African work environment. The qualification is also designed
to add value to the qualifying student in terms of personal enrichment, as well as status and
recognition.

A person in possession of this qualification is able to:

• competently apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical
experience and appropriate skills towards solving broadly defined problems in the field of
Engineering, whilst operating within the relevant standards and codes;
• demonstrate well-rounded general engineering knowledge, as well as systematic
knowledge of the main terms, procedures, principles and operations of one of the
disciplines of Engineering;
• gather evidence from primary sources and journals using advanced retrieval skills, and also
organise, synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to
the audience;
• apply the acquired knowledge to new situations, both concrete and abstract, in the
workplace or community;
• identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project;
• make independent decisions/judgements, taking into account the relevant technical,
economic, social and environmental factors;
• work both independently and as a member of a team, and also as a team leader;
• relate engineering activity to health and safety, as well as environmental, cultural and
economic sustainability;
• meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa
(ECSA) as a Candidate Engineering Technologist (at BEngTech level); and
• demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial and career
opportunities, and to engage in professional development.

Instructional offerings
 549

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
January July
ALC5011 ALC5012 Academic Literacy and 14 0.100
Communication Studies
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy 14 0.100
MEM11A Engineering Mathematics I 14 0.100
MEP11A Engineering Physics I 14 0.100
MWP11A Manufacturing and Workshop 14 0.100
Practice I
PIM5011 Personal Information Management 0 0.000
**
MEC12A Engineering CAD Drawing I 14 0.100
MMA12A Engineering Materials I 14 0.100
MEM12A Engineering Mathematics II 14 0.100
MAM12A Machines Mechanics I 14 0.100
MTF12A Thermofluids I 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000
** Optional

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4
January July
MDE21A Engineering Design II 14 0.100
MEM21A Engineering Mathematics III 14 0.100
MST21A Engineering Strength of Materials II 14 0.100
MTF21A Thermofluids II 14 0.100
MAM21A Machine Mechanics II 14 0.100
MET22A *Electrical Technology II 14 0.100
MDE22A Engineering Design III 14 0.100
MEN22A Energy Technology III 14 0.100
MMF22A *Engineering Manufacturing II 14 0.100
MPR22A Engineering Project Management 14 0.100
MAM22A Machine Mechanics III 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000
*Elective

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 6
January July
MET31A *Electrical Technology III 14 0.100
MDP31A Engineering Design Project 14 ---
MMF31A *Engineering Manufacturing III 14 0.100
MST31A Engineering Strength of Materials III 14 0.100
MFS31A Fluid Science III 14 0.100
MTS31A Thermal Science III 14 0.100
MCS32A Control Systems III 14 0.100
MDP32A Engineering Design Project 14 ----
MHM32A Hydrodynamic Machines III 14 0.100
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MRF32A Refrigeration III 14 0.100

MSA32A Structural Analysis III 14 0.100
MDP30A Engineering Design Project 28 0.200
Total: 140 1.000
*Elective. Students must enrol for one of the two elective modules per semester.

REMARKS
• All instructional offerings in the first year are compulsory. In the second year, the
student must choose between Engineering Manufacturing II and Electrical Technology
II, and follow through the subsequent semester with Engineering Manufacturing III or
Electrical Technology III, respectively.
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• The total minimum credit value of all instructional offerings is 420 SAQA credits.
• The degree will be issued upon completion of 420 SAQA credits.
• Work-integrated Learning does not form part of the instructional offerings.
• Students may not simultaneously enrol for subjects spanning more than two academic
semesters. For example: A student may enrol for Semester 2 and Semester 3 subjects
simultaneously, but may then not enrol for any Semester 1 or Semester 4 subjects.
• Students may not enrol for subjects that involve timetable clashes.
• Students must achieve competency in all the ECSA graduate attributes before they will
be allowed to graduate.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication
Studies [LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must
register and complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the subject, Academic
Literacy and Communication Studies

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:

• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 32 or higher on the CUT
scoring scale, plus the following:
• a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in both Physical
Sciences and English; and a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or 50% on higher
grade in Mathematics.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who
matriculated in 2007 or before.
• Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted in any of the Engineering disciplines.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

• Candidates with a Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) and a minimum score of
32 points on the CUT scoring scale, plus a minimum mark of 50% to 59% (level 4) in
both English and Physical Sciences, and a minimum mark of 60% to 69% (level 5) for
Mathematics, may be admitted directly to the programme.
• Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted in any of the Engineering disciplines.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who
matriculated in 2008 and thereafter.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate. Candidates must also
adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who completed the N3, N4,
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N5 and N6 qualifications at a Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET)

college.

PREREQUISITES

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

Code Subject Code Subject
ALC5011 Academic Literacy and
Grade 12
Communication Studies
MCS32A Control Systems III MAM22A Machine Mechanics III
BDL11A Digital Literacy I Grade 12
MET22A Electrical Technology II MEP11A Engineering Physics I
MET31A Electrical Technology III MET22A Electrical Technology II
MEN22A Energy Technology III MEP11A Engineering Physics I
MEC12A Engineering CAD Drawing I Grade 12
MDE21A Engineering Design II MEC12A Engineering CAD Drawing I
MDE22A Engineering Design III MDE21A Engineering Design II
MDP30A Engineering Design Project MDE22A Engineering Design III
MDP31A Engineering Design Project MDE22A Engineering Design III
MDP32A Engineering Design Project MDE22A Engineering Design III
MMF22A Engineering Manufacturing II MMA12A Engineering Materials I
MMF31A Engineering Manufacturing III MMF22A Engineering Manufacturing II
MMA12A Engineering Materials I Grade 12
MEM11A Engineering Mathematics I Grade 12
MEM12A Engineering Mathematics II MEM11A Engineering Mathematics I
MEM21A Engineering Mathematics III MEM12A Engineering Mathematics II
MEP11A Engineering Physics I Grade 12
MPR22A Engineering Project Management LCS5011 Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies
MST21A Engineering Strength of Materials MMA12A
Engineering Materials I
II
MST31A Engineering Strength of Materials MST31A
Engineering Strength of Materials II
III
MFS31A Fluid Science III MTF21 A Thermofluids II
MHM32A Hydrodynamic Machines III MFS31A Fluid Science III
MAM12A Machine Mechanics I MEP11A Engineering Physics I
MAM21A Machine Mechanics II MAM12A Machine Mechanics I
MAM22A Machine Mechanics III MAM21A Machine Mechanics II
MWP11A Manufacturing and Workshop
Grade 12
Practice I
MRF32A Refrigeration III MTS31A Thermal Science III
MSA32A Structural Analysis II MST31A Engineering Strength of Materials III
MTS31A Thermal Science III MTF21A Thermofluids II
MTF12A Thermofluids I MEP11A Engineering Physics I
MTF21A Thermofluids II MTF12A Thermofluids I
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30.6 BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY IN ELECTRICAL

ENGINEERING B_ETE

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 420

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 420
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

The purpose of this qualification is to build the necessary knowledge, understanding and skills
required for a student’s progression towards becoming a competent Practising Engineering
Technologist. It is intended to subsequently empower the Candidate Engineering Technologist
to demonstrate his/her ability to apply his/her acquired knowledge, understanding, skills,
attitudes and values in the South African work environment. The qualification is also designed
to add value to the qualifying student in terms of personal enrichment, as well as status and
recognition.

A person in possession of this qualification is able to:

• competently apply an integration of theory, principles, proven techniques, practical
experience and appropriate skills towards solving broadly defined problems in the field of
Engineering, whilst operating within the relevant standards and codes;
• demonstrate well-rounded general engineering knowledge, as well as systematic
knowledge of the main terms, procedures, principles and operations of one of the
disciplines of Engineering;
• gather evidence from primary sources and journals using advanced retrieval skills, and also
organise, synthesise and present the information professionally in a mode appropriate to
the audience;
• apply the acquired knowledge to new situations, both concrete and abstract, in the
workplace or community;
• identify, analyse, conduct and manage a project;
• make independent decisions/judgements, taking into account the relevant technical,
economic, social and environmental factors;
• work both independently and as a member of a team, and also as a team leader;
• relate engineering activity to health and safety, as well as environmental, cultural and
economic sustainability;
• meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa
(ECSA) as a Candidate Engineering Technologist (at BEngTech level); and
• demonstrate the capacity to explore and exploit educational, entrepreneurial and career
opportunities, and to engage in professional development.
 553

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
January July
ALC5011 ALC5012 Academic Literacy and Communication Studies 14 0.100
I
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy I 14 0.100
EMA115C Engineering Mathematics I 14 0.100
EPH115C Engineering Physics I 14 0.100
EDE115C Digital Electronics I 14 0.100
PIM5011 Personal Information Management 0 0.000
EPG125C Engineering Programming I 14 0.100
ETG125C Electrical Technology II 14 0.100
EMA125C Engineering Mathematics II 14 0.100
EEL125C Electronics II 14 0.100
EDT125C Digital Technology II 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4
January July
EPG216C Engineering Programming II 14 0.100
ETG216C Electrical Technology III 14 0.100
EMA216C Engineering Mathematics III 14 0.100
EEL216C Electronics III 14 0.100
EDT216C Digital Technology III 14 0.100
ENW226C Network I 14 0.100
EMT226C Electrical Machines Technology II 14 0.100
EMA227C Mathematical Applications III 14 0.100
ECT226C Communication Technology II 14 0.100
ETM226C Technology Management III 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000

*Elective

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 5 SEMESTER 6
January July
EPE317C Power Electronics III 14 0.100
ENT317C Energy Technologies III 14 0.100
EPR307C Project III 14 0.100
*EEP317E Electrical Protection III 14 0.100
*EMT317E Electrical Machines Technology III 14 0.100
*ENW317E Networks II 14 0.100
*ECT317E Communications Technology III 14 0.100
*EPG317E Engineering Programming III 14 0.100
EPC327C Process Control III 14 0.100
EEM327C Energy Management III 14 0.100
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EPR307C Project III 14 0.100

*ENW327E Networks III 14 0.100
*EPS327E Power Systems III 14 0.100
*ECT327E Electronic Communication Systems III 14 0.100
Total: 140 1.000

*Elective.

REMARKS
• All instructional offerings in the first year are compulsory.
• In the second year, the student can select Network II as an elective subject.
• In the third year, the student can select Electrical Protection III and Electrical Machines Technology III
or Networks III or Communications Technology III and Engineering Programming III, respectively.
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• The total minimum credit value of all instructional offerings is 420 SAQA credits.
• The degree will be issued upon completion of 420 SAQA credits.
• Work-integrated Learning does not form part of the instructional offerings.
• Students may not simultaneously enroll for subjects spanning more than two academic semesters. For
example: A student may enroll for Semester 2 and Semester 3 subjects simultaneously, but may then
not enroll for any Semester 1 or Semester 4 subjects.
• Students may not enroll for subjects that involve timetable clashes.
• Students must achieve competency in all graduate attributes before they will be allowed to graduate.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and Communication
Studies modules.

Admission requirements
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:
• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 32 or higher on the CUT scoring scale, plus
the following:
o a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in both Physical Sciences and English;
and
o a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or 50% on higher grade in Mathematics.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who matriculated in 2007 or
before. Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted in any of the Engineering disciplines.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

• Candidates with a Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) and a minimum score of 32 points on the CUT
scoring scale, plus a minimum mark of 50% to 59% (level 4) in both English and Physical Sciences, and a
minimum mark of 60% to 69% (level 5) for Mathematics, may be admitted directly to the programme.
Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted in any of the Engineering disciplines.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who matriculated in 2008 and
thereafter.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to the
selection requirements as approved by Senate. Candidates must also adhere to the general admission
regulations for candidates who completed the N3, N4, N5 and N6 qualifications at a Technical Vocational
Education and Training (TVET) college.

PREREQUISITES
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Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

Code Subject Code Subject
Academic Literacy and Communication Grade 12
ALC5011
Studies I
ECT226C Communications Technology II EEL216C Electronics III
EDE115C Digital Electronics I Grade 12
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy I Grade 12
EDT125C Digital Technology II EDE115C Digital Electronics I ,
EPH115C Engineering Physics I
EDT216C Digital Technology III EDT125C Digital Technology II
EMT226C Electrical Machines Technology II ETG216C Electrical Technology III
EMT317E Electrical Machines Technology III EMT226C Electrical Machines Technology
II
EEP317E Electrical Protection III EMT226C Electrical Machines Technology II
ETG125C Electrical Technology II EMA115C Engineering Mathematics I
ETG216C Electrical Technology III EPH115C Engineering Physics I
ECT317E Electronic Communication Systems III ECT226C Communications Technology II
EEL125C Electronics II EDE115C Digital Electronics I,
EPH115C Engineering Physics I
EMA115C Engineering Mathematics II
EEL216C Electronics III EEL125C Electronics II
EEM327C Energy Management III ENT317C Energy Technologies III
ENT317C Energy Technologies III EET216C Electrical Technology III
EMA115C Engineering Mathematics I Grade 12
EMA125C Engineering Mathematics II EMA115C Engineering Mathematics I
EMA216C Engineering Mathematics III EMA125C Engineering Mathematics II
EPH115C Engineering Physics I Grade 12
EPG125C Engineering Programming I EDE115C Digital Electronics I
EPH115C Engineering Physics I
BDL11A Basic Digital Literacy I
EPG216C Engineering Programming II EPG125C Engineering Programming I
EPG317E Engineering Programming III EPG216C Engineering Programming II
EMA227C Mathematical Applications III EMA217C Engineering Mathematics III
ENW225C Networks I Grade 12
ENW317E Networks II ENW225C Networks I
ENW327E Networks III ENW317E Networks II
PIM5011 Personal Information Management Grade 12
EPE317C Power Electronics III EMA216C Engineering Mathematics III
EPS327E Power Systems III EMT317E Electrical Machines Technology
III
ENT317C Energy Technologies III
EPE317C Power Electronic III EEL216C Electronics
EPC327C Process Control III ELE216C Electronics III
EPR307C Project III All Year 1 & Year 2 subjects
EPC327C Process Control III EMA227C Mathematical Application III
EPC327C Process Control III EDT216C Digital Technology III
ETM226C Technology Management III ALP115C Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies
ECT327E Electronic Communication System III ECT317E Communication Technology III
RECO
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30.7 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN HYDROLOGY AND WATER RESOURCES

MANAGEMENT BSHWRM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 366
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
ALC5011 ALC5012 Academic Literacy and
14 0.100
Communication Studies
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.058
CHE5011 Chemistry 12 0.100
PYC5011 Physics 12 0.100
MAT11A Mathematics I 12 0.100
AMM5012 Applied Mathematics 12 0.100
HYD5012 Hydrology I 12 0.100
WTM5012 Water Resources Management I 12 0.100
EVS5012 Environmental Science 12 0.100
Total: 96 0.800

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 3 SEMESTER 4
HDC6000 Hydro Chemistry* 24 0.176
GHR6000 Geohydrology* 24 0.176
HYD6000 Hydrology II* 30 0.221
WTM6000 Water Resources Management II* 30 0.221
EVM6022 Environmental Engineering 18 0.132
WIL6022 Work-integrated Learning 0.074
(general) 10
Total: 136 1.133

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
HYD7000 Hydrology III* 30 0.224
WTM7000 Water Resources Management 0.224
III* 30
Advanced Water and Wastewater 24 0.179
AWT7000
Treatment Technology*
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WIL7000 Work-integrated Learning 20 0.167

RDM7000 Reticulation Design and
30 0.250
Management*
Total: 134 1.117

* Year subjects

REMARKS
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• All theoretical instructional offerings indicated with an asterisk (*) are year subjects.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the subject, Academic
Literacy and Communication Studies.

Admission requirements
• Admission to this learning programme is subject to selection.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 and before:

• In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% on SG or
40% on HG in Biology/Physiology, Mathematics and Physical Sciences is required.
• A minimum admission point score (APS) of 28 points on the CUT scale of notation is
also required.

For candidates who completed the National Senior Certificate (NSC) in 2008 and thereafter:
• In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession
of an NSC with endorsement for a bachelor’s degree.
• A minimum mark of 50% in Life Sciences/Physiology, Mathematics and Physical
Sciences is required.
• A minimum APS of 28 points on the CUT scale of notation is also required.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

Code Subject Code Subject
ALC5011 Academic Literacy and Grade 12
Communication Studies
AMM5012 Applied Mathematics MAT11A Mathematics I
Advanced Water and Wastewater HDC6000 Hydro Chemistry
AWT7000
Treatment Technology
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy Grade 12
CHE5011 Chemistry Grade 12
EVM6022 Environmental Engineering EVS5012 Environmental Science
EVS5012 Environmental Science CHE5011 Chemistry
GHR6000 Geohydrology EVS5012 Environmental Science
HDC6000 Hydro Chemistry CHE5011 Chemistry
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HYD5012 Hydrology I MAT11A Mathematics I

HYD6000 Hydrology II EVS5012 Environmental Science
HYD7000 Hydrology III HYD6000 Hydrology II
PYC5011 Physics Grade 12
MAT11A Mathematics I Grade 12
RDM7000 Reticulation Design and Management EVM6022 Environmental Engineering
WTM6000 Water Resources Management II
WTM5012 Water Resources Management I Grade 12
WTM6000 Water Resources Management II WTM5012 Water Resources Management I
WTM7000 Water Resources Management III WTM6000 Water Resources Management II
WIL6022 Work-integrated Learning HYD5012 Hydrology I
(General) WTM5012 Water Resources Management I
WIL7000 Work-integrated Learning
Work-integrated Learning WIL6022 (General)
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31. BACHELOR’S DEGREES: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES

(ECPs)

31.1 BACHELOR OF CONSTRUCTION IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

(ECP) EX_CON

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 494

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 494
HEMIS CREDITS 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
WIS01CP Mathematics 0 30 0.000
FIS01CP Physics 0 30 0.000
ECM12BI Communication Skills I 10 0.000
RTP12AI Computer Applications I 10 0.000
INX02CP Industrial Experience 20 0.000
LSS02CP Life Skills 20 0.000

2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5011 or Academic Literacy and 6 .050
LCS5012 Communication Studies
COM10BE Construction Management I 16 0.134
CML10BE Construction Materials 16 0.134
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I 12 0.100
DCT10BE Design and Construction 16 0.134
ECS10BE English and Communication 12 0.134
Studies
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy or 6 0.050
DLC5012 Basic Digital Literacy
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I 16 0.134
RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods 16 0.134
UDS10BE Urban Development and 16 0.134
Sustainability
BGD20BE Building Services 16 0.134
CNM20BE Commercial Construction 16 0.134
Methods
CDL20BE Construction and Development 16 0.134
Law
COM20BE Construction Management II 16 0.134
CTA20BE Contract Administration 16 0.134
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PGA20BE Project Planning and 16 0.134

Administration
STC20BE Structures and Concrete 16 0.134
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics 16 0.134

2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
CAP30BE Construction Accounting 16 0.134
Principles
COM30BE Construction Management III 16 0.134
CPT30BE Construction Practice Project 16 0.134
CSG30BE Construction Surveying 16 0.134
MSC30BE Modern Methods of Construction 16 0.134
PSE30BE Price Analysis and Estimating 16 0.134
IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning 30 0.238
Total: 494 3.006

REMARKS

Admission requirements
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:
• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 to 31 on the CUT scoring scale,
plus a minimum mark of 45% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in both Physical Science
and Mathematics.
• A candidate must also successfully complete the selection process for admission.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who
matriculated in 2007 or before.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

• Candidates with a Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum score of 27 to
31 points on the CUT scoring scale, plus a minimum mark of 40% to 49% (level 3) in both
Mathematics and Physical Sciences, may be admitted directly to the ECP. Mathematical
Literacy will not be accepted in any of the Engineering disciplines.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who
matriculated in 2008 or thereafter.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate. Candidates must also adhere to the general
admission regulations for candidates who completed the N3, N4, N5 and N6 qualifications at a
Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college. Alternatively, a higher
certificate, advanced certificate or diploma in a cognate field may satisfy the minimum admission
requirements.

REGULATIONS
• All instructional offerings from Year 1 to 4 are compulsory.
• The minimum total credit value of all instructional offerings must add up to a minimum of 480
credits.
• The total credit value for Work-integrated Learning is 16.
• The Bachelor’s Degree will be issued upon completion of 480 credits for the main programme.
• One intakes per year, in January.
• A student must pass Mathematics 0 and Physics 0 in the first semester of the first year of
the ECP in order to continue with the subsequent semester of study.
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• Failure of Mathematics or Physics modules will disqualify a student from continuing with the
ECP programme.
• A student may not change from the ECP to the regular programme.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the subject, Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies.

Instructional Offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Code Subject Code Subject
LCS5011 Academic Literacy & Grade 12
Communication Studies
DLC5010 Basic Digital Literacy Grade 12
BGD20BE Building Services CML10BE Construction Materials
CNM20BE Commercial Construction RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods
Methods
ECM12BI Communication Skills Grade 12
RTP12AI Computer Applications I Grade 12
CAP30BE Construction Accounting CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
Principles
CDL20BE Construction and Development UDS10BE Urban Development and
Law Sustainability
COM10BE Construction Management I Grade 12
COM20BE Construction Management II COM10BE Construction Management I
COM30BE Construction Management III COM20BE Construction Management II
CML10BE Construction Materials Grade 12
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I WIS01CP Mathematics 0
CPT30BE Construction Practice Project COM20BE Construction Management II
CSG30BE Construction Surveying CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
CTA20BE Contract Administration COM10BE Construction Management I
DCT10BE Design and Construction Grade 12
INX02CP Industrial Experience Grade 12
LSS02CP Life Skills Grade 12
WIS01CP Mathematics 0 Grade 12
MSC30BE Modern Methods of CNM20BE Commercial Construction Methods
Construction
FIS01CP Physics 0 Grade 12
PSE30BE Price Analysis and Estimating CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
PGA20BE Project Planning and COM10BE Construction Management I
Administration
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I Grade 12
RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods Grade 12
STC20BE Structures and Concrete CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
UDS10BE Urban Development and Grade 12
Sustainability
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics UDS10BE Urban Development and
Sustainability
IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning All first year subjects
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31.2 BACHELOR OF CONSTRUCTION IN QUANTITY SURVEYING (ECP)

EX_CQS

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 494

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 494
HEMIS CREDITS 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
WIS01CP Mathematics 0 30 0.000
FIS01CP Physics 0 30 0.000
ECM12BI Communication Skills I 10 0.000
RTP12AI Computer Applications I 10 0.000
INX02CP Industrial Experience 20 0.000
LSS02CP Life Skills 20 0.000

2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5011 or Academic Literacy and 6 0.050
LCS5012 Communication Studies
COM10BE Construction Management I 16 0.134
CML10BE Construction Materials 16 0.134
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I 12 0.100
DCT10BE Design and Construction 16 0.134
ECS10BE English and Communication 12
Studies
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy or 6 0.050
DLC5012 Basic Digital Literacy
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I 16 0.134
RCM10BE Resident Construction 16 0.134
Methods
UDS10BE Urban Development and 16 0.134
Sustainability
BGD20BE Building Services 16 0.125
CNM20BE Commercial Construction 16 0.125
Methods
CDL20BE Construction and Development 16 0.125
Law
CTA20BE Contract Administration 16 0.125
PGA20BE Project Planning and 16 0.125
Administration
PTG20BE Procurement and Tendering 16 0.125
QTS20BE Quantity Surveying II 16 0.125
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics 16 0.125
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2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
CAP30BE Construction Accounting 16 0.134
Principles
CSG30BE Construction Surveying 16 0.134
MSC30BE Modern Methods of 16 0.134
Construction
PSE30BE Price Analysis and Estimating 16 0.134
QTS30BE Quantity Surveying III 16 0.134
QSP30BE Quantity Surveying Practice 16 0.134
Project
IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning 30 0.238
Total: 494 3.006

REMARKS

Admission requirements
For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:
• A Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a score of 27 to 31 on the CUT scoring scale,
plus a minimum mark of 45% on standard grade or 40% on higher grade in both Physical Science
and Mathematics.
• A candidate must also successfully complete the selection process for admission.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who matriculated
in 2007 or before.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

• Candidates with a Grade 12 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum score of 27 to 31
points on the CUT scoring scale, plus a minimum mark of 40% to 49% (level 3) in both
Mathematics and Physical Sciences, may be admitted directly to the ECP.
• Mathematical Literacy will not be accepted in any of the Engineering disciplines.
• Candidates must also adhere to the general admission regulations for candidates who matriculated
in 2008 or thereafter.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate. Candidates must also adhere to the general
admission regulations for candidates who completed the N3, N4, N5 and N6 qualifications at a
Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) college.
• Alternatively, a higher certificate, advanced certificate or diploma in a cognate field may satisfy
the minimum admission requirements.

REGULATIONS
• All instructional offerings from Year 1 to 4 are compulsory.
• The minimum total credit value of all instructional offerings must add up to a minimum of 506
credits.
• The total credit value for Work-integrated Learning is 30.
• The Bachelor’s Degree will be issued upon completion of 506 credits for the main programme.
• One intakes per year, in January.
• A student must pass Mathematics 0 and Physics 0 in the first semester of the first year of the
ECP in order to continue with the subsequent semester of study.
• Failure of Mathematics or Physics modules will disqualify a student from continuing with the ECP
programme. A student may not change from the ECP to the regular programme.
 564

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.
• All students must register and complete Academic Literacy and Communication Studies
[LCS5011] (A) in Semester 1, and only repeaters who failed LCS5011 must register and
complete LCS5012 (B) in Semester 2.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the subject, Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies.

INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS Prerequisite instructional offering

Code Subject Code Subject
LCS5011 Academic Literacy & Grade 12
Communication Studies
DLC5010 Basic Digital Literacy Grade 12
BGD20BE Building Services CML10BE Construction Materials
CNM20BE Commercial Construction Methods RCM20BE Resident Construction Methods
ECM12BI Communication Skills I Grade 12
RTP12AI Computer Applications I Grade 12
CDL20BE Construction and Development UDS10BE Urban Development and Sustainability
Law
PSE30BE Construction Accounting Principles CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
COM10BE Construction Management I Grade 12
CML10BE Construction Materials Grade 12
CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I Grade 12 Mathematics
QTS30BE Construction Surveying CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
CTA20BE Contract Administration COM10BE Construction Management I
DCT10BE Design and Construction Grade 12
INX02CP Industrial Experience Grade 12
LSS02CP Life Skills Grade 12
WIS01CP Mathematics 0 Grade 12
QSP30BE Modern Methods of Construction CNM20BE Commercial Construction Methods
PSE30BE Price Analysis and Estimating CNT10BE Construction Mathematics I
PTG20BE Procurement and Tendering QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I
PGA20BE Project Planning and Administration COM10BE Construction Management I
QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I Grade 12
QTS20BE Quantity Surveying II QTS10BE Quantity Surveying I
QTS30BE Quantity Surveying III QTS20BE Quantity Surveying II
QSP30BE Quantity Surveying Practice Project QTS20BE Quantity Surveying II
RCM10BE Resident Construction Methods Grade 12
UBE20BE Urban Development Economics UDS10BE Urban Development and Sustainability
UDS10BE Urban Development and Grade 12
Sustainability
IWE30BE Work-integrated Learning All first year subjects
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32. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS

32.1 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CONSTRUCTION IN HEALTH AND SAFETY

MANAGEMENT PD_CHS

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 194

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 178
HEMIS CREDITS 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years’ part
time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
CTE40BE Construction Treatise 30 0.169
HSP40BE Health and Safety Practice 16 0.090
CPM41BE Construction Project Management 24 0.135
FMT41BE Facility Management 16 0.090
LCN41BE Lean Construction 16 0.090
PBM41BE Professional Business Management 16 0.090
CSM41BE Construction Safety Management 12 0.067
SMS41BE Safety Management Systems 12 0.067
FIH41BE Fundamentals of Industrial Hygiene 8 0.045
SCL42BE Statutory Construction Law 12 0.067
SMS42BE Safety Management Systems Auditing 12 0.067
CER42BE Construction Ergonomics 8 0.045
CHS42BE Health and Safety Issues 12 0.067
Total: 194 1.089

REMARKS
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Diploma in
Construction in Health and Safety Management will be awarded during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
• The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is an appropriate advanced diploma
or bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7, with sufficient exposure to either Health and safety
or Construction Management as principle study discipline.
• Learners must be able to demonstrate the mastering of the necessary information-
gathering, analytical and presentational skills required at exit level 7 on the NQF
equivalent to any of the qualifications recognised for purposes of access to this learning
programme, with an aggregate percentage of 60% and subminimum of 60% in a major
subject (Health and Safety or Construction Management) at NQF exit level 7.
 566

REGULATIONS
• A minimum of one year’s full-time study.
• A maximum of two years’ part-time study.
• Students are required to take a minimum of 12 subjects, which are inclusive of 11
compulsory subjects and an elective subject.
• Elective options include Facility Management and Lean Construction. Students must
select only one elective.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.

32.2 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

PD_CON

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 194

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 178
HEMIS CREDITS 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part
time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2
CTE40BE Construction Treatise 30 0.169
PLE40BE Professional Practice 16 0.090
CES41BE Construction Economics 16 0.090
CPM41BE Construction Project Management 24 0.134
FMT41BE Facility Management 16 0.090
LCN41BE Lean Construction 16 0.090
PBM41BE Professional Business 0.090
Management 16
DQS42BE Descriptive Quantities 24 0.134
PVA42BE Property Valuation Practice 24 0.134
SCL42BE Statutory Construction Law 12 0.067
Total: 194 1.088

REMARKS
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Diploma in Construction
Management will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
• The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is an appropriate advanced diploma or
bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7, with sufficient exposure to Construction Management as
principle study discipline.
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• Learners must be able to demonstrate the mastering of the necessary information-gathering,

analytical and presentational skills required at exit level 7 on the NQF equivalent to any of
the qualifications recognised for purposes of access to this learning programme, with an
aggregate percentage of 60% and subminimum of 60% in a major subject (Construction
Management) at NQF exit level 7.

REGULATIONS
• A minimum of one year’s full-time study.
• A maximum of two years’ part-time study.
• Students are required to take a minimum of nine subjects, which are inclusive of eight
compulsory subjects and an elective subject.
• Elective options include Facility Management and Lean Construction. Students must select
only one elective.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.

32.3 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CONSTRUCTION IN QUANTITY

SURVEYING PD_CQS

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 194

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 178
HEMIS CREDITS 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part
time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER 2
1
CTE40BE Construction Treatise 30 0.169
PLE40BE Professional Practice 16 0.090
CES41BE Construction Economics 16 0.090
CPM41BE Construction Project Management 24 0.134
FMT41BE Facility Management 16 0.090
LCN41BE Lean Construction 16 0.090
PBM41BE Professional Business Management 16 0.090
DQS42BE Descriptive Quantities 24 0134
PVA42BE Property Valuation Practice 24 0.134
SCL42BE Statutory Construction Law 12 0.067
Total: 194 1.088
 568

REMARKS
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Diploma in Construction in
Quantity Surveying will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
• The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is an appropriate advanced diploma or
bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7, with sufficient exposure to Quantity Surveying as principle
study discipline.
• Learners must be able to demonstrate the mastering of the necessary information-gathering,
analytical and presentational skills required at exit level 7 on the NQF equivalent to any of the
qualifications recognised for purposes of access to this learning programme, with an aggregate
percentage of 60% and subminimum of 60% in a major subject (Quantity Surveying) at NQF
exit level 7.

REGULATIONS
• A minimum of one year’s full-time study.
• A maximum of two years’ part-time study.
• Students are required to take a minimum of nine subjects, which are inclusive of eight
compulsory subjects and an elective subject. Elective options include Facility Management
and Lean Construction. Students must select only one elective.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.

32.4 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN CONSTRUCTION IN URBAN

DEVELOPMENT PD_UDV

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 194

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 178
HEMIS CREDITS 1
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years’ part
time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER 2
1
CTE40BE Construction Treatise 30 0.169
DPE40BE Development Practice 16 0.090
CES41BE Construction Economics 16 0.090
CPM41BE Construction Project Management 24 0.134
FMT41BE Facility Management 16 0.090
 569

LCN41BE Lean Construction 16 0.090

PBM41BE Professional Business Management 16 0.090
SCL42BE Statutory Construction Law 12 0.067
SDT42BE Sustainable Development 24 0.134
UPD42BE Urban Planning and Development 24 0.134
Total: 194 1.088

REMARKS
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Diploma in Construction in
Urban Development will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT

Admission requirements
• The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is an appropriate advanced diploma or
bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7, with sufficient exposure to either Quantity Surveying or
Construction Management as principle study discipline.
• Related Built Environment qualifications, such as Civil Engineering, at
NQF level 7 may also be considered.
• Learners must be able to demonstrate the mastering of the necessary information-gathering,
analytical and presentational skills required at exit level 7 on the NQF equivalent to any of the
qualifications recognised for purposes of access to this learning programme, with an aggregate
percentage of 60% and subminimum of 60% in a major subject (Construction Management or
Quantity Surveying) at NQF exit level 7.

REGULATIONS
• A minimum of one year’s full-time study.
• A maximum of two years’ part-time study.
• Students are required to take a minimum of nine subjects, which are inclusive of eight
compulsory subjects and an elective subject. Elective options include Facility Management and
Lean Construction. Students must select only one elective.

PREREQUISITES
• Refer to the heading “General” under point 12 of this chapter.

32.5 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PD_ITC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 156

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 138
HEMIS CREDITS 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years’ part
time
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Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
IPJ517C Advanced Research Project 5 15 0.110
CAR517E Computer Architecture 5 18 0.130
SOD517C Advanced Software Development 5 18 0.130
CSY517E Advanced Information Security 5 18 0.130
IPJ527C Advanced Research Project 5B 15 0.110
TPG527C Operating System Programming 5 18 0.130
Select 2 from the following 3 electives
CLD527E Introduction to Cloud Computing Platforms 5 18 0.130
ISY527E Advanced Information Systems Security 5 18 0.130
EHC427E Ethical Hacking 18 0.130
Total: 138 1.000

Remarks

• The proposed Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology is aimed primarily, but not
exclusively, at learners from CUT who will progress from the Advanced Diploma in
Information Technology and who wish to continue with their studies with the aim to do further
research and study to higher qualifications before exiting in preparation for employment in the
business and industry sector.
• The programme makes provision for graduates with equivalent qualifications who are working
in the business and industry who wish to continue with further research and study to higher and
postgraduate qualifications.

Admission Requirements
• The minimum admission requirement for the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
is an Advanced Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent qualification at NQF
Level 7.
• Due to a limited number of students that can be accommodated, a minimum average of 60%
at the Advanced Diploma in Information Technology level is compulsory for admission to the
Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology.
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33. HONOUR’S DEGREES

33.1 BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY HONOURS IN CIVIL

ENGINEERING B_CHON
*Awaiting SAQA registration. Will be activated upon SAQA registration.

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Statement of the purpose of the qualification:

The purpose of this qualification is to supply the engineering industry with competent
engineering technologists and/or engineers (upon completion of an accredited structured
Master’s programme in addition to B Eng. Tech (Hons)), that can be positioned as higher level
technical managers in industrial enterprises in the region, nationally and internationally.

The B Eng. Tech (Hons) degree is a postgraduate qualification, characterised by the fact that it
prepares students for industry and research. This qualification typically follows a Bachelor's
Degree, Advanced Diploma or relevant NQF Level 7 qualification and serves to consolidate and
deepen the student's expertise in a particular discipline and to develop research capacity in the
methodology and techniques of that discipline. This qualification demands a high level of
theoretical engagement and intellectual independence to solve complex engineering problems.
This learning programme also meets the requirements of the new Higher Education Qualification
Sub Framework (HEQSF) for a 1-year Bachelor Honours degree, is primarily industry-oriented,
and will develop/transfer cutting edge civil engineering knowledge as a foundation for wealth
creation and economic sustainability. The learning programme has a coherent core of
mathematics, basic sciences and fundamental engineering sciences totalling not less than 50% of
the total credits providing a viable platform for further studies and lifelong learning. The B Eng.
Tech Hons (Civil) degree will provide students with a sound knowledge base in the civil
engineering discipline and an understanding of engineering management principles, whilst also
equipping them to undertake more specialised post-graduate studies and provides inter alia:
• Preparation for research careers in civil engineering itself and areas that potentially
benefit from engineering skills and to make a contribution to the economy and national
development;
• Provide leadership and to manage projects in the application of technology in safety,
health, engineering and commercially effective operations and have well-developed
interpersonal skills;
• Work independently and as a member or leader in a multi-disciplinary project, applying
judgement to decisions arising in the application of technology and health and safety
considerations to problems and associated risks; and
• Meet the requirements for registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa
(ECSA) as a Candidate Engineering Technologist (at B Eng. Tech Hons level).
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Students completing this qualification will demonstrate competence in all the graduate attributes
(GAs) 1 to 11 as specified in the ECSA Qualification Standard for Bachelor of Engineering
Technology Honours programmes, as listed below:

1. Problem Solving: Identify, formulate, analyse and solve complex problems creatively
and innovatively.
2. Application of Scientific and Engineering Knowledge: Demonstrate competence to
apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science and engineering sciences to the
conceptualisation of engineering models and to solve complex problems.
3. Engineering Design: Demonstrate competence to perform creative, procedural and non-
procedural design and synthesis of components, systems, engineering works, products or
processes of a complex nature.
4. Investigations, Experiments and Data Analysis: Demonstrate competence to conduct
investigations of complex problems including engagement with the research literature
and use of research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation
of data and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
5. Engineering Methods, Skills and Tools: Demonstrate competence to use appropriate
techniques, resources, and modern engineering tools, including information technology,
prediction and modelling, for the solution of complex problems, with an understanding
of the limitations, restrictions, premises, assumptions and constraints.
6. Professional and Technical Communication: Demonstrate competence to
communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with engineering audiences and the
community at large.
7. Sustainability and Impact of Engineering Activity: Demonstrate knowledge and
understanding of the impact of engineering activities on society, economy, industrial and
physical environment.
8. Individual, Team and Multidisciplinary Working: Demonstrate competence to work
effectively as an individual, in teams and in multidisciplinary environments.
9. Independent Learning: Demonstrate competence to engage in independent and life-
long learning through well-developed learning skills.
10. Engineering Professionalism: Comprehend and apply ethical principles and commit to
professional ethics, responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
11. Engineering Management: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering
management principles and economic decision-making.

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
January July
CHD41A Hydraulics 14 0.097
CCM41A Construction Materials and 14 0.097
Technology
CUD41A Urban Planning and Design 14 0.097
CSA41A Structural Analysis and Design 14 0.097
CRP40A CRP40A Research Project 32 0.224
CHY42A Hydrology 14 0.097
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CTE42A Transportation and Traffic Engineering 14 0.097

CEE42A Environmental Engineering 14 0.097
CGE42A Geotechnical Engineering 14 0.097
Total: 144 1.000

PREREQUISITES

The programme contains four Groups of subject modules plus a Research Project. All
modules are compulsory and Semester 1 subjects to be followed by Semester 2 subjects.
No pre-requisites apply, but Semester 1 of the Research Project need to be completed
successfully prior to the continuation of Semester 2 of the Research Project. All knowledge
and experience gained in the 1st semester’s subjects would also be integrated during the
Research Project in the 2nd semester.

REMARKS

• All instructional offerings are compulsory.

• The total credit value of all instructional offerings must add up to 144 SAQA
credits.
• Only one intake per year, in January.
• After successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Engineering
Technology Honours in Civil Engineering will be awarded during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.
• Students must achieve competency in all the 11 ECSA graduate attributes before
they will be allowed to graduate.

Admission requirements:

The minimum admission requirement is an appropriate Bachelor’s Degree (B Tech, B Eng.

Tech, BSc, or equivalent in the relevant discipline) or appropriate Advanced Diploma in
Civil Engineering from an ECSA accredited programme in South Africa, or a 3-year
(minimum) Civil Engineering degree from a University recognised within the Washington,
Sydney and/or Dublin Accords. A student must have obtained a minimum of 60% average
in the prerequisite Bachelor Degree (or Advanced Diploma) with at least 60% average
marks in the final year of that programme at NQF Level 7. In cases where a candidate does
not meet the 60% average, recognition of prior learning (RPL) in addition to the minimum
admission qualification could be considered on a case-by-case situation. In other words,
RPL in combination with the criteria stipulated above, would only grant prospective
students admission to the programme and therefore no exemption of individual subject
modules as such. In the latter case, the selection of such students will be conducted on an
individual basis and in accordance with the RPL Policy of the CUT.
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34. MASTER’S DEGREES

SAQA CREDITS: 180

HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 9

PROGRAMME MASTER’S DEGREE MAIN CODE INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE OFFERINGS
M_ENGC Master of Engineering in Civil VER50AI Dissertation
Engineering
Offered at: Bloemfontein
M_ENGE Master of Engineering in Electrical VHA50AI Dissertation
Engineering
Offered at: Bloemfontein
M_ENGM Master of Engineering in Mechanical VHD50AI Dissertation
Engineering
Offered at: Bloemfontein
M_ITEC Master of Information Technology VER50AB Dissertation
Offered at: Bloemfontein

REMARKS

• After successful completion of this qualification, a master’s degree will be conferred during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
o Minimum average of 60% at B Eng. Tech (Hons)-level (NQF Level 8).
o Candidates in possession of a B Tech (NQF Level 7 – only applicable to students who obtained
their qualification from CUT) must have an average of 60% and a compulsory module in Research
Methodology.
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35. DOCTORAL DEGREES

SAQA CREDITS: 240
HEMIS CREDITS: 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 10

PROGRAMME DOCTORATE MAIN CODE INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE OFFERINGS
D_ENGC Doctor of Engineering in Civil GVN90AI Advanced research project and
Engineering thesis
Offered at: Bloemfontein
D_ENGE Doctor of Engineering in Electrical NAV90AI Advanced research project and
Engineering thesis
Offered at: Bloemfontein
D_ENGM Doctor of Engineering in Mechanical GNA90AI Advanced research project and
Engineering thesis
Offered at: Bloemfontein

REMARKS
• After successful completion of this qualification, a doctorate will be conferred during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
• Minimum average of 60% at Masters-level or equivalent (NQF Level 9).

36. DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

SAQA CREDITS: 240

HEMIS CREDITS: 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 10

PROGRAMME DOCTORATE MAIN CODE INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE OFFERINGS
D_ITEC Doctor of Philosophy in Information ARD90AB Advanced research
Technology project and thesis
Offered at: Bloemfontein

37. POSTDOCTORAL STUDIES

PROGRAMME POSTDOCTORAL STUDIES MAIN CODE INSTRUCTIONAL
CODE OFFERING
POSTDH Postdoctoral Studies RESENGI Research Engineering
Offered at: Bloemfontein
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38. REGISTRATION AS A PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIAN AND/OR

TECHNOLOGIST WITH THE ENGINEERING COUNCIL OF SOUTH
AFRICA (ECSA)

ECSA is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament and is responsible for setting and
controlling the standards of education, training and conduct of engineering professionals.

Graduate students of CUT may register for the following titles, according to qualifications attained
and specified years of suitable experience in the field of Engineering:

• Professional Engineering Technician (Pr Techni Eng)

Students who qualified with a DipEngTech must first obtain work experience according to
ECSA requirements.
• Professional Engineering Technologist (Pr Tech Eng)
Students who qualified with a BEngTech must first obtain work experience according to
ECSA requirements.

For further information in this regard, contact:

Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)
Water View Corner Building
2 Ernest Oppenheimer Avenue
Bruma Lake Office Park
BRUMA
2198
Telephone number (direct): (011) 607 9500
Fax number: (011) 607 9589

39. REGISTRATION AS A PROFESSIONAL QUANTITY SURVEYOR OR

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER WITH THE RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL
BODY

Statutory bodies established by an Act of Parliament are responsible for setting and controlling
the standards of education, training and conduct of Quantity Surveyors and Construction
Managers, respectively, for both professions.

Further information on the registration process is available from the respective professional
bodies.
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CHAPTER 22

FACULTY OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

DEAN Prof. SS Mashele, PhD (Medunsa)

ASSISTANT DEAN: RESEARCH, Dr TJ Makhafola, PhD (UP)
INNOVATION AND ENGAGEMENT
ASSISTANT DEAN: TEACHING AND Prof. HS Friedrich-Nel, PhD (UFS)
LEARNING
SECRETARY Ms NC Nigrini, BTech (CUT)
FACULTY ADMINISTRATOR Ms BF Mooketsi, BA Hons (NWU)
FACULTY OFFICER Mr WL Mbijekana, BA (NWU)

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SCIENCES

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr PH Mfengwana, DHSc (CUT)

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr D Olivier, DTech (CUT)

Dr L Botes, PhD (UFS); DTech (CUT)
Dr TJ Makhafola, PhD (UP)

LECTURERS Mr SD Mokgawa, MHSc (CUT)

Dr PM Makhoahle, DHSc (CUT); MMedSc (UFS)
Ms M Vosloo, MTech (CUT), CIDESCO
Ms MK Wiese, MTech (CUT)
Ms TM Boshoff, MTech (CUT), CIDESCO
Ms J Badenhorst, MTech (CUT), CIDESCO
Ms J Jonker, MTech (CUT), CIDESCO
Mr J Perkins, MHSc (CUT)
Mr LF Mogongoa, MTech (CUT)
Mr N Mariri, MTech (CUT)

JUNIOR LECTURERS
Ms J Mofokeng, BTech (CUT)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Ms DE Rampana, BTech (CUT)

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LABORATORY ASSISTANT Ms M van Wyk, BTech (CUT), CIDESCO

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Vacant

CLINICAL PRACTICE OFFICER Ms D Monaheng, BTech (CUT)

WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING Mr R Claasen, BTech (CUT)

CO-ORDINATOR

DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL SCIENCES

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr JGE du Plessis, PhD (HPE)

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Prof. HS Friedrich-Nel, PhD (UFS)

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr B van der Merwe, PhD (UFS)

Dr SF Raphela, DTech (CUT)

LECTURERS Mr RS Slabbert, MTech (CUT)

Ms B van der Linde, MTech (CUT)
Ms IK Sebelego, MRad (CUT)
Mr N Phahlamohlaka, MTech (UJ)
Ms H Muller, MTech (CUT)
Dr J Horn-Lodewyk, PhD (UFS)

JUNIOR LECTURERS Ms C Geduld, BTech (CPUT)

Ms S Dlamini, BTech (DUT)

WORK-INTEGRATED LEARNING Ms M Ramos-Swanepoel, BTech (CUT)

CO-ORDINATORS Ms T Wainwright, BTech (CUT)
Ms S Mokuoane, BTech (CUT)
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DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms MN Molefi, BTech (CUT)

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof. PJ Fourie, DTech (CUT), MDP (UFS)

PROFESSOR/ASSOCIATE Prof. C van der Westhuizen, PhD (UFS)

PROFESSOR Prof. MM Sedibe, PhD (UFS)

LECTURERS Dr RJ Pretorius, MTech (CUT), Phd (UNL)

Mr ZP Khetsha, MTech (CUT)
Mr B Raito, MSc (UFS)

FARM MANAGER Mr J Jacobsz, BTech (CUT)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms MB Kotsi, BTech (CUT)

DEPARTMENT OF LIFE SCIENCES

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr NJ Malebo, PhD (UFS)

PROFESSOR Prof. JFR Lues, PhD (UFS)

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr HA Roberts, DTech (CUT)

Dr C Weyers, DTech (CUT)

RESEARCHERS Dr O de Smidt, PhD (UFS)

Dr I Manduna, DSc Botany (COLPOS, Mexico)

LECTURERS Dr L Esterhuizen, DTech (CUT)

Dr HCL Gleimius, PhD (CUT)
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Dr J Oosthuysen, DTech (CUT)

Dr D Mtyongwe, BChD (UP), Adv Dip HE (UFS)
Dr SJ Nkhebenyane, PhD (CUT)
Ms F Kokela, BDENTH (UKZN)
Dr T Gumede, PhD (UFS)
Dr M Mochane, PhD (UFS)
Mr K Lebelo, MTech (UJ)
Ms MI Mokgadi, BTech (CUT)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANTS Mr TS Makhele, BTech (CUT)

Mr MNT Mokhabi, NC Dental Assisting (CUT)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms MY Botha, BTech (CUT)

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CONTACT NUMBERS

TELEPHONE
NUMBERS

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE 051 – 507-4051

DEPARTMENT OF CLINICAL SCIENCES 051 – 507-3166

DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SCIENCES 051 – 507-3124

DEPARTMENT OF LIFE SCIENCES 051 – 507-3134

FACULTY ADMINISTRATOR 051 – 507-3433

FACULTY OFFICER 051 – 507-4048

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1. RULES OF THE FACULTY OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

The following rules are supplementary to the rules contained in the Calendar of the Central
University of Technology, Free State (CUT).

2. ADMISSION TO A HIGHER LEVEL OF STUDY

A student is not permitted to continue with an instructional offering at the subsequent level
before successfully completing the preceding level.

In the case of semester programmes, a full-time student may not at any stage accumulate
more than two minor instructional offerings being carried over from previous years of
study. To progress to the subsequent level of study, the student must have passed at least
two instructional offerings.

In the case of year programmes, a full-time student may not at any stage accumulate more
than two instructional offerings being carried over from previous years of study.

3. ASSESSMENT

Assessment dates and course mark formulas are provided to students upon commencement
of the instructional offering concerned.

A student who is absent from an assessment must submit a medical certificate to the
relevant Head of Department (HoD) within three days after reporting back at CUT in order
to qualify for a rewrite of the test. The student is responsible for arranging a date for such
a reassessment with the lecturer concerned. Course marks may not be calculated from
fewer than the prescribed number of assessments. If a student fails to make arrangements
to rewrite an assessment, a mark of zero (0) is entered into the Integrated Tertiary Software
(ITS) System.

In addition to the rules in the CUT Calendar, a student may be refused admission to an
assessment if he/she has been absent from more than one practical session in a learning
unit.

4. ADVANCED DIPLOMA

A student enrolling at CUT initially registers for a three-year national diploma. Admission
to the fourth year of study is subject to certain prerequisites (refer to the specific learning
programme). Re-entry to CUT in order to complete an advanced diploma, subsequent to
the attainment of a national diploma, is considered a new application. A part-time student
follows the same procedure, with the exception that the duration of study differs from that
applicable to full-time students.

5. BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREE (phasing out)

A student enrolling at CUT initially registers for a three-year national diploma. Admission
to the fourth year of study is subject to certain prerequisites (refer to the specific learning
programme). Re-entry to CUT in order to complete a Baccalaureus Technologiae degree,
subsequent to the attainment of a national diploma, is considered a new application. A
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part-time student follows the same procedure, with the exception that the duration of study
differs from that applicable to full-time students.

6. HIGHER CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

Higher Certificate in Dental Assisting

7. NATIONAL DIPLOMA: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES (ECPS)

OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

National Diploma: Biomedical Technology (ECP) (Phasing out)

National Diploma: Environmental Health (ECP) (Phasing out)
National Diploma: Somatology (ECP) (Phasing out)

8. NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

National Diploma: Agricultural Management (Phasing out)

National Diploma: Environmental Health (Phasing out)

9. DIPLOMA: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME (ECP) OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY

Diploma in Somatology (ECP)

10. DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

Diploma in Agricultural Management

Diploma in Biomedical Technology (Phasing out)
Diploma in Somatology

11. ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

Advanced Diploma in Agricultural Extension

Advanced Diploma in Agricultural Management
Advanced Diploma in Health Management

12. BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREE PROGRAMME OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY

Baccalaureus Technologiae: Clinical Technology (Phasing out)

Baccalaureus Technologiae: Somatology (Phasing out)

13. BACHELOR’S DEGREE: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES (ECPs)

OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology (ECP)

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Science (ECP)
Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostics (ECP)
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health (ECP)
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14. BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology

Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Science
Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostics
Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health

15. MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN THE

FACULTY

Magister Technologiae: Agriculture (Phased out)

Magister Technologiae: Environmental Health (Phasing out)
Magister Technologiae: Radiography (Diagnostic) (Phasing out)
Magister Technologiae: Radiography(Therapy) (Phasing out)
Magister Technologiae: Radiography (Nuclear Medicine) (Phasing out)

16. MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

Master of Agriculture
Master of Health Sciences in Biomedical Technology
Master of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology
Master of Health Sciences in Environmental Health
Master of Health Sciences in Somatology
Master of Radiography

17. DOCTOR TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN THE

FACULTY

Doctor Technologiae: Agriculture (Phasing out)

Doctor Technologiae: Environmental Health (Phasing out)

18. DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMMES OFFERED IN THE FACULTY

Doctor of Health Sciences in Biomedical Technology

Doctor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology
Doctor of Health Sciences in Somatology

19. DOCTORATE OF PHILOSOPHY DEGREE PROGRAMME OFFERED IN THE

FACULTY

Doctor of Philosophy in Environmental Health

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20. HIGHER CERTIFICATE

20.1 HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN DENTAL ASSISTING HLHCDL

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 141

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 141
NQF LEVEL: 5
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and Communication Studies 9
TAT5000 Dental Assisting: Theory I 24
TAP5000 Dental Assisting: Practical I 24
TPB5000 Dental Practice Management I (Core Curriculum) 24
THE5011 Dental Practice: Work-integrated Learning 36
MAP5000 Oral Anatomy and Pathology I 24
PIM5011 Personal Information Management 0
Total: 141

This programme is presented on a full-time basis over a period of one year, or on a part-
time basis over a minimum period of two years.

REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board
for Dental Assisting, Dental Therapy and Oral Hygiene of the Health Professions Council of
South Africa (HPCSA) in terms of the rules and regulations of the Medical, Dental and
Supplementary Health Services Professions Act (Act No. 56 of 1974), and the subsequent
amendments pertaining to dental assisting, as approved. A minimum of 360 hours of work-
integrated learning at dental clinics, hospitals and/or private dental practices is required.

Assessment: formative and summative assessment.

Practical competency and skills are assessed according to specific guidelines, which include
Dental Assisting: Practical, and Computer Literacy. It is compulsory for students to adhere to
the stipulated ethical rules and dress code during practical and work-integrated learning sessions.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Higher Certificate will be awarded during
an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
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A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade
or 40% on higher grade in Biology/Physiology is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in Life Sciences is
required.

Minimum requirements

• The minimum requirements for enrolment are a Further Education and Training Certificate
(FETC) with six 20-credit-bearing subjects with a rating of 4, and a minimum rating of 1 for
Life Orientation (thus a total credit value of at least 25).

• An aptitude test, if the candidate has passed four FETC credit-bearing designated subjects
with a rating of 4, plus two 20-credit-bearing designated subjects with a rating of 3, and a
minimum rating of 1 for Life Orientation (thus a total credit value of at least 23).

• English as a language subject (Home or Additional), with a minimum rating of 4.

In addition to the above:

• Life Sciences (rating 4).

• Physical Sciences as a subject in Grade 12.

Note:

• If more applications are received than the number of students who can be accommodated by
the learning programme, selection will be based on academic merit.

• The minimum value of 25 is calculated as follows: 6 x 4 for six 20-credit-bearing subjects

at level 4, plus 1 for Life Orientation at level 3.
• A candidate who fails one or more instructional offerings must reapply for admission.
• Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.
• No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.
• It is compulsory for candidates who wish to enrol for the part-time programme to be
employed by a dental practitioner as a Dental Assistant for a minimum of two years.
• A portfolio of evidence is required.
• The part-time programme will only be offered if a minimum of five students enrol for it.
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21. NATIONAL DIPLOMA: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMMES

(ECPS)

21.1 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY (ECP) HXNDBA

(No new first-year intake for the National Diploma: Biomedical Technology (ECP) as
from 2020. This programme will be phased out.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
ANA00FP Anatomy 12
PHY00FP Physiology 12
CHM00FP Chemistry 6
FIS00FP Physics 6
WIS00FP Mathematics 6
LCS5001 Academic Literacy 6
and Communication
Studies
NMC00FP Numeracy 6
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6
(Semester 1)
ADC5022 Advanced Digital 6
Literacy
(Semester 2)
PIM5011 Personal Information 0
Management (module
instructional
offering)
IGT11AT Introduction to 12
Medical Technology
CHB11CT Chemistry I 12
BST11AT Calculations and 12
Statistics
FSK11BT Physics I 12
PFS22AT Pathophysiology II 12
BCH22AT Biochemistry II 12
IMM22BT Immunology II 12
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1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
MKB11A Microbiology I 12
T
BLD21A Blood Transfusion 12
T Technology
CHP11A Chemical Pathology I 12
T
SLP11AT Cellular Pathology I 12
MKB22B Microbiology II 12
T
HEM22B Haematology II 12
T
CHP22B Chemical Pathology II 12
T
SLP22AT Cellular Pathology II 12
MKB31B Microbiology III 12
T
HEM31B Haematology III 12
T
CHP31B Chemical Pathology 12
T III
SLP31AT Cellular Pathology III 12
Work-integrated 66
LAB31B Learning
T/
LAB32B
T
Total: 360

REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board
for Medical Technology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in terms
of the rules and regulations of the Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services
Professions Act
(Act No. 56 of 1974), and the subsequent amendments pertaining to medical technology, as
approved. All students must be immunised against hepatitis B.

Work-integrated learning takes place only at approved, accredited laboratories identified by

CUT and the Professional Board for Medical Technology. A student with outstanding exit-
level subjects may not be eligible for work-integrated learning placement.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the National Diploma will be awarded during
an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

The chemical and biological agents to which students could be exposed during the practical
component of the learning programme may be detrimental to the health of a fetus. Any female
student who suspects she may be pregnant must immediately notify the relevant Head of
Department of the pregnancy, and the student must discontinue her studies for the full duration
of her pregnancy.
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Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade
or 40% on higher grade in all three of the following subjects is required: Biology/Physiology,
Physical Sciences and Mathematics.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in Life Sciences
(rating 4) and Physical Sciences (rating 4), as well as a minimum mark of 40% in Mathematics
(rating 3) and English (rating 3), is required.

A candidate must successfully complete the selection process for admission to this learning
programme. A candidate is required to submit proof of job shadowing at an accredited
diagnostic laboratory.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected

according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

A candidate might be recommended for, and must successfully complete, a selection process
and selection test for admission to the learning programme, and meritorious exceptions may be
considered for the ECP.

Provisionally selected students are subject to a second round of selection after submission of
the NSC results. Should a prospective student have forfeited his/her selection, he/she might be
considered for the limited number of ECP placements.

PREREQUISITES

Admission to a higher level of study

ECP selection and admission requirements:

As above, but a prospective candidate might be recommended for, and must successfully
complete, a selection process and selection test for admission to the learning programme, and
meritorious exceptions may be considered for the ECP. In such a case a prospective student has
one (1) level below the required mark for only one (1) prerequisite subject OR may meet all
subject related requirements but has achieved one (1) level below the required M-score. The
rest of the requirements should still be adhered to.

In addition, only FET students will be considered.

Considering that the ECP is subject to additional funding being made available by the
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), a student will not be allowed to repeat
the first year or part of the first year of the ECP.
 590

A student must pass all instructional offerings of the first year of the ECP in order to continue
with the subsequent year of study. A student may not change from the ECP to the regular
programme.

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional

offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering
B in order to meet the prerequisites for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering
A means that the student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing Academic Literacy and

Communication Studies, Numeracy, Personal Information Management and Digital Literacy
(core curriculum modules).

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

IGT11AT; CHB11CT ANA00FP; PHY00FP; CHM00FP

BST11AT; FSK11BT FIS00FP; WIS00FP
PFS22AT ANA00FP; PHY00FP
BCH22AT CHB11CT
CHP11AT BCH22AT; BST11AT
MKB11AT ANA00FP; PHY00FP
MKB22BT MKB11AT; BCH22AT; PFS22AT
MKB31BT MKB22BT
CHP22BT CHP11AT
CHP31BT CHP22BT
BLD21AT IMM22BT
HEM22BT BLD21AT
HEM31BT HEM22BT
SLP11AT ANA00FP; PHY00FP
SLP22AT SLP11AT
SLP31AT SLP22T
LAB31BT / LAB32BT 328 credits passed
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21.2 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH (ECP) HXNDOA

(No new first-year intake for the National Diploma: Environmental Health (ECP) as
from 2019. This programme will be phased out.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
ANA00FP Anatomy 12
PHY00FP Physiology 12
CHM00FP Chemistry 6
FIS00FP Physics 6
WIS00FP Mathematics 6
LCS5001 Academic Literacy 6
and Communication
Studies (module
instructional
offering)
NMC00FP Numeracy (module 6
instructional
offering)
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6
(module instructional
offering) (Semester
1)
ADC5022 Advanced Digital 6
Literacy
(module instructional
offering)
(Semester 2)
PIM5011 Personal Information 0
Management (module
instructional
offering)

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
FEC10AT Physics and Chemistry 24
I
GMO10AT Community 24
Development I
MBO10BT Microbiology I 24
OMB10AT Environmental 24
Planning I
 592

BGV20A Occupational Health 24

T and Safety II
EPI20AT Epidemiology II 24
GMO20A Community 24
T Development II
OAW20A Environmental 24
T Pollution: Waste and
Water II
VVH20A Food and Meat 24
T Hygiene II
BGV30A Occupational Health 24
T and Safety III
FBS30AT Management Practice 30
III
EPI30AT Epidemiology III 24
OLG30A Environmental 24
T Pollution: Air and
Noise III
VVH30A Food and Meat 24
T Hygiene III
Total: 408

REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board for
Environmental Health Practitioners of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA),
as stipulated in Government Gazette R1869, dated 79.08.24.

At least 25 working days during the second and third years of study, and at least 40 working days
in the fourth year of study, in the ECP are to be completed under the supervision of a registered
Environmental Health Practitioner.

Instructional offerings at all levels are assessed internally by CUT. Third-level instructional
offerings, however, are moderated externally. Practical assessments in the instructional offering
Food and Meat Hygiene III are conducted internally by CUT.

In cases where a practical assessment is administered, the final assessment mark is awarded for
both the theory and practical components.

Directly upon receiving the National Diploma, all students are expected to perform 12 months’
compulsory community service.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the National Diploma will be awarded during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Physical, chemical and biological stressors to which students are exposed may be detrimental to
the health of an unborn child. Due to the important practical component of the programme, during
which students are exposed to various physical, chemical and biological stressors, a female student
is not permitted to complete the practical section of the programme during pregnancy. Any student
 593

who suspects she may be pregnant must notify the relevant Head of Department immediately. Such
a student must discontinue Food and Meat Hygiene III (VVH30AT) if registered for the
instructional offering. It is also recommended that the student discontinues the following
instructional offerings, if registered for those instructional offerings, for the full duration of her
pregnancy:

• MBO10AT Microbiology I
• BGV 20AT Occupational Health and Safety II
• OAW20AT Environmental Pollution: Waste and Water II
• BGV30AT Occupational Health and Safety III

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade in
any two of the following subjects is required: Biology, Physical Sciences and Mathematics.
Geography and/or Physiology is recommended.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in both Life Sciences
and Physical Sciences, as well as a minimum mark of 40% in Mathematics, is required.

A candidate might be recommended for, and must successfully complete, a selection process for
admission to the learning programme, and meritorious exceptions may be considered for the ECP.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

A candidate might be recommended for, and must successfully complete, a selection process and
selection test for admission to the learning programme, and meritorious exceptions may be
considered for the ECP.

Provisionally selected students are subject to a second round of selection after submission of the
NSC results. Should a prospective student have forfeited his/her selection, he/she might be
considered for the limited number of ECP placements.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

PREREQUISITES

Admission to a higher level of study

Considering that the ECP is subject to additional funding being made available by the Department
of Higher Education and Training (DHET), a student will not be allowed to repeat the first year or
part of the first year of the ECP.
 594

A student must pass all instructional offerings of the first year of the ECP in order to continue with
the subsequent year of study. A student may not change from the ECP to the regular programme.

A student is not permitted to continue with an instructional offering at a particular level before
successfully completing the preceding level.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional

offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B
in order to meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A
means that the student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Food and Meat Hygiene II Microbiology I

Environmental Pollution: Waste and Water II Environmental Planning I
Epidemiology II Microbiology I
Occupational Health and Safety II Physics and Chemistry I or
Anatomy & Physiology
Community Development II Community Development I
Food and Meat Hygiene III Food and Meat Hygiene II
Environmental Pollution: Air and Noise III Environmental Pollution:
Waste and Water II
Epidemiology III Epidemiology II
Occupational Health and Safety III Occupational Health and Safety II
Management Practice III Community Development II

21.3 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: SOMATOLOGY (ECP) HXNDSA

(No new first-year intake for the National Diploma: Somatology (ECP) as from 2017.
This programme will be phased out.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 396
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings
 595

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
ANA00FP Anatomy 12
PHY00FP Physiology 12
WSP10AT Science 12
CCS10AT Communication Skills I
COR00FP Core Curriculum (main 30
instructional offering)
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and 12
Communication Studies
NMC00FP Numeracy (module 6
instructional offering)
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6
(module instructional
offering) (Semester 1)
ADC5022 Advanced Digital 6
Literacy
(module instructional
offering) (Semester 2)
PIM5011 Personal Information 0
Management (module
instructional offering)
SOM10AT Soma Techniques I 0
(main instructional
offering)
SMT10AT Soma Techniques I 24
(Theory) (module
instructional offering)
SFT10AT Soma Techniques I:
Facials Theory
SPT10AT Soma Techniques I:
Manicures Theory
SMP10AT Soma Techniques I 24
(Practical) (module
instructional offering)
SFP10AT Soma Techniques I:
Facials Practical
SPP10AT Soma Techniques I:
Manicures Practical
SWP10AT Soma Techniques I:
Swedish Practical
SXP10AT Soma Techniques I:
Wax Practical
 596

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
EST10BT Aesthetics I 12
BTK10AT Biotics I 6
VDN10AT Nutrition I 6
SOM20A Soma Techniques II 0
T (main instructional
offering)
SMT20A Soma Techniques II 24
T (Theory) (module
instructional offering)
SFT20AT Soma Techniques II:
Facials Theory
SST20AT Soma Techniques II:
Slimming Theory
SAT20A Soma Techniques II:
T Aromatherapy Theory
SRT20AT Soma Techniques II:
Reflexology Theory
SLT20AT Soma Techniques II:
Manual Lymph
Drainage (MLD) Theory
SDT20A Soma Techniques II:
T Diathermy Theory
SMP20A Soma Techniques II 36
T (Practical) (module
instructional offering)
SFP20AT Soma Techniques II:
Facials Practical
SSP20AT Soma Techniques II:
Slimming Practical
SAP20AT Soma Techniques II:
Aromatherapy Practical
SRP20AT Soma Techniques II:
Reflexology Practical
SLP20AT Soma Techniques II:
MLD Practical
SDP20AT Soma Techniques II:
Diathermy Practical
BTK20A Biotics II 6
T
WSP20A Science II (Theory and 12
T Practical)
AFG20B Anatomy and 18
T Physiology II
SAK10B Business Practice I 6
B
SSK10AT Socio-psychology I 12
VDN20A Nutrition II 6
T
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1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SOM30AT Soma Techniques III 0
(main instructional
offering)
SMT30AT Soma Techniques III 24
(Theory) (module
instructional offering)
SFT30AT Soma Techniques III:
Facials Theory
SST30AT Soma Techniques III:
Slimming Theory
SAT30AT Soma Techniques III:
Aromatherapy Theory
SRT30AT Soma Techniques III:
Reflexology Theory
SIT30AT Soma Techniques III:
IPL Theory
SCT30AT Soma Techniques III:
Aromatherapy
Chemistry Theory
SMP30AT Soma Techniques III 36
(Practical) (module
instructional offering)
SFP30AT Soma Techniques III:
Facials Practical
SSP30AT Soma Techniques III:
Slimming Practical
SAP30AT Soma Techniques III:
Aromatherapy Practical
SRP30AT Soma Techniques III:
Reflexology Practical
SIP30AT Soma Techniques III:
IPL Practical
BTK30AT Biotics III 6
SSK20AT Socio-psychology II 12
VDN30AT Nutrition III 6
SAK20AB Business Practice II 6
BWS30AT Applied Biological 6
Sciences III
SOP20AT Work-integrated
Learning: Soma 30
Techniques Project II
Total: 396

REMARKS

In the fourth year of study in the ECP, the student must complete 300 hours of work-integrated
learning at an accredited salon. Only the hours scheduled are taken into account. In the event of a
student deciding to work overtime or on a Saturday, Sunday or public holiday, this is considered a
separate agreement between the student and the salon owner, and those hours are not taken into
account in the accumulation of the required 300 hours. Work-integrated Learning: Soma
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Techniques Project II (SOP20AT) is a year instructional offering, and is to be completed in full to

allow the student to pass the instructional offering. Students are responsible for their own
placement at an accredited salon/clinic, as well as for the necessary travel arrangements.

Work-integrated learning (WIL) will be scheduled for the months of December to February, for
purposes of relevant and beneficial exposure at spas and resorts.

Before the National Diploma can be awarded, the student must have earned the recognised first-
aid certificate, as well as diplomas from certain product houses, as required by the course.

Candidates only qualify for the Comité International d'Esthétique et de Cosmétologie (CIDESCO)
assessment if they:

1. score a minimum of 60% in both the theoretical and practical components of the instructional
offering Soma Techniques III during the first and second quarters; and
2. pass all first-year, second-year and third-year instructional offerings of the National Diploma:
Somatology (ECP).

A subminimum of 50% for each section of the practical (SMP) and theoretical (SMT) assessment
is required for a student to pass the main instructional offering (SOM).

For example, if SMP20AT consists of theoretical and practical sections (Facials, Slimming,
Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) and Diathermy), the student must
score at least 50% in each separate section in order to pass SMP20AT. Should students fail even
one of the sections, they will be required to re-register for SMP20AT in its entirety, and would
have to pass all sections successfully before they will be permitted to register for SMP30AT.

Students may be refused admission to the assessment if they have been absent from two or more
practical classes in a term. This rule is applicable to each separate practical section.

It is compulsory for a student to dress in the prescribed uniform and shoes (refer to the general rules
applicable to the Somatology programme).

As the electrical apparatus to which students are exposed during the practical component of the
learning programme may prove detrimental to the health of an unborn child, a female student is not
permitted to complete the practical part of the learning programme during pregnancy. Any student
who suspects she may be pregnant must notify the relevant Head of Department immediately.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the National Diploma will be awarded during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade or
40% on higher grade in Physical Sciences or Biology or Physiology is required. Mathematics is
recommended.
 599

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in Life Sciences or
Physical Sciences is required.

A candidate must successfully complete the selection process for admission to this learning
programme.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

A candidate might be recommended for, and must successfully complete, a selection process and
selection test for admission to the learning programme, and meritorious exceptions may be
considered for the ECP.

Provisionally selected students are subject to a second round of selections after submission of the
NSC results. Should a prospective student have forfeited his/her selection, he/she might be
considered for the limited number of ECP placements.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

PREREQUISITES

Admission to a higher level of study

Considering that the ECP is subject to additional funding being made available by the Department
of Higher Education and Training (DHET), a student will not be allowed to repeat the first year or
part of the first year of the ECP.

A student must pass all first-year instructional offerings in order to continue with the second-year
instructional offerings of the ECP. A student may not change from the ECP to the regular
programme.

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional

offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B
in order to meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means
that the student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

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Soma Techniques II Soma Techniques I

Soma Techniques III Soma Techniques II
Biotics II Biotics I
Biotics III Biotics II
Science II Science I
Anatomy and Physiology II Anatomy and Physiology I
Nutrition II Nutrition I
Nutrition III Nutrition II

Socio-psychology II Socio-psychology I
Business Practice II Business Practice I
Work-integrated Learning: Soma Techniques Project II Soma Techniques I & II
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22. NATIONAL DIPLOMAS

22.1 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT TLNDLB

(No new first-year intake for the National Diploma: Agricultural Management as from
2019. This programme is phasing out.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
AMN11AT Agricultural Management I 12 0.091
PPR11AT Plant Production I 12 0.091
APR11AT Animal Production I 12 0.091
COM11AT Computer Skills I 6 0.045
SSC11AT Agricultural Soil Science I 10 0.076
PAS11AT Pasture Science I 10 0.076
PRE1A English Proficiency and
PRE2B English Proficiency 6 0.045
AMN22AT Agricultural Management II 12 0.091
PPR22AT Plant Production II 12 0.091
APR22AT Animal Production II 12 0.091
CAP22AT Computer Applications (Agriculture) II 6 0.045
SCL22AT Soil Classification II 10 0.076
PRD12AT Production and Operational Techniques I 12 0.091
Total: 132 1.0

2ND YEAR SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
LBB21ZT LBB22ZT Agricultural Management: Work-integrated 4 0.031
Learning
APM20AT Agricultural Production Management II 62 0.0485

APT20AT Agricultural Production Techniques II 62 0.0485

Total: 128 1.0

 602

SAQA HEMIS
3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings
AMN30AT Agricultural Management III 24 0.259
ENG10AT Agricultural Engineering I 24 0.259
PBL10AT Human Resources Management: Agriculture I 12 0.111
ALW10AT Agricultural Law I 12 0.111
Optional instructional offerings
PPR30AT *Plant Production III 24 0.259
APR30AT *Animal Production III 24
Total: 120 1.0

REMARKS

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the National Diploma will be awarded during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

As the physical stressors to which students are exposed on a farm during the WIL component of
the programme (in the second year) may be detrimental to the health of an unborn child, a female
student is not permitted to complete the WIL section of the programme during pregnancy. Any
student who suspects she may be pregnant must notify the Head of Department immediately. Such
a student must discontinue WIL, if registered for the instructional offering.

Admission requirements

A candidate must successfully complete the selection process for admission to this learning
programme. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification is a prerequisite.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a pass in Agricultural Sciences is recommended.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 40% in one of the following
subjects, as well as a minimum mark of 50% in another, is required: Agricultural Sciences,
Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Life Sciences, Economics, Accounting or Physical Sciences.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) level 4, N4, N5 & N6
qualification:
In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 40% in one of the following
subjects, as well as minimum mark of 50% in another, is required: Agricultural Sciences, and/or
Biology or Life Sciences, Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation, Economics,
Accounting or Physical Sciences.

Optional instructional offerings

Instructional offerings are marked with an asterisk (*).

 603

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful completion
of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Agricultural Management II Agricultural Management I

Plant Production II Plant Production I
Animal Production II Animal Production I
Computer Applications (Agriculture) II Computer Skills I
Soil Classification II Agricultural Soil Science I
Pasture Science I Grade 12
Agricultural Management III Agricultural Management II
Plant Production III Plant Production II
Animal Production III Animal Production II
Agricultural Engineering I Grade 12
Human Resources Management: Agriculture I Grade 12
Agricultural Law I Grade 12

22.2 NATIONAL DIPLOMA: ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH THNDEV

(No new first-year intake for the National Diploma: Environmental Health as from
2018. This programme will be phased out.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings
 604

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
ANF10AT Anatomy and Physiology I 24
FEC10AT Physics and Chemistry I 24
GMO10AT Community Development I 24
MBO10BT Microbiology I 24
OMB10AT Environmental Planning I 24
PRE1A English Proficiency or 12
PRE2B English Proficiency
NMC00FP Numeracy (module 6
instructional offering)
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy (module 6
instructional offering)
(Semester 1)
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6
(module instructional offering)
PIM5011 Personal Information 0
Management (module
instructional offering)

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
BGV20AT Occupational Health and Safety 24
II
EPI20AT Epidemiology II 24
GMO20AT Community Development II 24
OAW20AT Environmental Pollution: Waste 24
and Water II
VVH20AT Food and Meat Hygiene II 24
BGV30AT Occupational Health and Safety 24
III
FBS30AT Management Practice III 30
EPI30AT Epidemiology III 24
OLG30AT Environmental Pollution: Air 24
and Noise III
VVH30AT Food and Meat Hygiene III 24
Total: 375

REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board for
Environmental Health Practitioners of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA),
as stipulated in Government Gazette R1869, dated 79.08.24.

At least 25 working days during the first and second years of study, and at least 40 working days
in the third year of study, are to be completed under the supervision of a registered Environmental
Health Practitioner.
 605

Instructional offerings at all levels are assessed internally by CUT. Third-level instructional
offerings, however, are moderated externally. Practical assessments in the instructional offering
Food and Meat Hygiene III are conducted externally.

In cases where a practical assessment is administered, the final assessment mark is awarded for
both the theory and practical components.

Directly upon receiving the National Diploma, all students are expected to perform 12 months of
compulsory community service.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the National Diploma will be awarded during
an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

As the physical, chemical and biological stressors to which students are exposed during the
practical component of the programme may be detrimental to the health of an unborn child, a
female student is not permitted to complete the practical section of the programme during
pregnancy. Any student who suspects she may be pregnant must notify the relevant Head of
Department immediately. Such a student must discontinue Food and Meat Hygiene III
(VVH30AT), if registered for the instructional offering.

It is also recommended that the student discontinues the following instructional offerings, if
registered for those instructional offerings, for the full duration of her pregnancy:

• MBO10AT Microbiology I
• BGV 20AT Occupational Health and Safety II
• OAW20AT Environmental Pollution: Waste and Water II
• BGV30AT Occupational Health and Safety III

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade in
any two of the following subjects is required: Biology, Physical Sciences and Mathematics.
Geography and/or Physiology are recommended.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in both Life Sciences
and Physical Sciences, as well as a minimum mark of 40% in Mathematics, is required.

A candidate might be recommended for, and must then successfully complete, a selection process
for admission to the learning programme, and meritorious exceptions may be considered for the
ECP. Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

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PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional

offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering
B in order to meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A
means that the student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional

offerings

Food and Meat Hygiene II Microbiology I

Environmental Pollution: Waste and Water II Environmental Planning I
Epidemiology II Microbiology I
Occupational Health and Safety II Physics and Chemistry I or
Anatomy and Physiology I
Community Development II Community Development I
Food and Meat Hygiene III Food and Meat Hygiene II
Environmental Pollution: Air and Noise III Environmental Pollution:
Waste and Water II
Epidemiology III Epidemiology II
Occupational Health and Safety III Occupational Health and Safety
II
Management Practice III Community Development II
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23. DIPLOMA: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME (ECP)

23.1 DIPLOMA IN SOMATOLOGY (ECP) EX_SOM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and Communication 6
Studies
DLC5011 Digital Literacy 6
ANA00FP Anatomy 12
PHY00FP Physiology 12
NMC00FP Numeracy 6
BUS115E Business Management I 6
SCI115E SCI125E Science I 12
PIM5011 Personal Information Management 0
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6
Total: 66

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
AEP115F AEP125F Aesthetic Practices I 12
ANP115F ANP125F Anatomy and Physiology I 12
HYG115F HYG125F Microbial Hygiene I 12
SOB115F SOB125F Somatic Therapy Body I 12
SOF115F SOF125F Somatic Therapy Face I 12
SOMA001
Total: 60

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
AEP216F AEP226F Aesthetic Practices II 12
ANP216F ANP226F Anatomy and Physiology II 12
BUS216F BUS226F Business Management II 6
CAR116F CAR126F Complementary Therapies I 12
SCI216F SCI226F Science II 12
SOB216F SOB226F Somatic Therapy Body II 12
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SOF216F SOF226F Somatic Therapy Face II 12

SOP116F SOP126F Socio-psychology I 12
SOM116W SOM126W Somatology Work-integrated Learning I 18
SOMA002
Total: 108

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
AEP316F AEP326F Aesthetic Practices III 12
BPH116F BPH126F Basic Pharmacology I 12
BUS316F BUS326F Business Management III 12
CAR216F CAR226F Complementary Therapies II 12
SOB316F SOB326F Somatic Therapy Body III 18
SOF316F SOF326F Somatic Therapy Face III 18
SOM216W SOM226W Somatology Work-integrated Learning II 42
SOMA003
Total: 126

REMARKS

Students are able to obtain an internationally recognised Comité International d'Esthétique et

de Cosmétologie (CIDESCO) diploma at the end of their third year of study.

Candidates only qualify for the CIDESCO assessment if they:

1. achieve a minimum of 60% in both the theoretical and practical components of the
instructional offerings in the first three quarters; and

2. pass all first-year and second-year instructional offerings of the Diploma: Somatology.

In the third year of study, the student must complete 300 hours of work-integrated learning at
one or more accredited salons, spas, aesthetic practices or slimming clinics. Only the hours
scheduled are taken into account. In the event of a student deciding to work overtime or on a
Saturday, Sunday or public holiday, this is considered a separate agreement between the student
and the employer/manager, and those hours are not taken into account in the accumulation of the
required 300 hours. Somatology Work-integrated Learning II (SOM216W) is a year
instructional offering, and is to be completed in full to allow the student to pass and graduate. A
student with assistance from the WORK INTERGRATED LEARNING (WIL) office is
responsible for her own placement at an accredited salon, Spa or clinic. This includes the
necessary travel and accommodation arrangements.

Somatology Work-integrated Learning II (SOM216W) will be scheduled for the months of

December to February, for applicable and beneficial exposure to practice in the Somatology
industry.

Before the Diploma: Somatology can be awarded, the student must have earned a recognised
first-aid certificate, as well as diplomas from various product houses, as required by the course.
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Students may be refused admission to the assessment if they have been absent from two or more
practical periods in a term. This rule is applicable to each separate practical section.

PREREQUISITES

ECP selection and admission requirements:

As above, but a prospective candidate might be recommended for, and must successfully
complete, a selection process and selection test for admission to the learning programme, and
meritorious exceptions may be considered for the ECP. In such a case a prospective student
has one (1) level below the required mark for only one (1) prerequisite subject OR may meet
all subject related requirements but has achieved one (1) level below the required M-score.
The rest of the requirements should still be adhered to.

In addition, only FET-students will be considered.

Considering that the ECP is subject to additional funding being made available by the
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), a student will not be allowed to repeat
the first year or part of the first year of the ECP. A student must pass all instructional offerings
of the first year of the ECP in order to continue with the subsequent year of study. A student
may not change from the ECP to the regular programme.

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

Academic Literacy and Communication Studies, Basic Digital Literacy, and Numeracy require
the successful completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order. A
distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional
offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering
B in order to meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A
means that the student must
re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies, Basic Digital Literacy, and Numeracy programmes.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

AEP115F ANA00FP, PHY00FP, NMC00FP

ANP115F ANA00FP, PHY00FP, NMC00FP
HYG115F ANA00FP, PHY00FP, NMC00FP
SOB115F ANA00FP, PHY00FP, NMC00FP
SOF115F ANA00FP, PHY00FP, NMC00FP
SOF216F, SOF226F SOF115F, SOF125F
SOB216F, SOB226F SOB125F, SOB125F
SOF316F, SOF326F SOF216F, SOF226F
SOB316F, SOB326F SOB216F, SOB226F
SC1216F, SCI226F SCI115F, SCI125F
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BUS216F, BUS226F BUS115F

BUS316F, BUS326F BUS216F, BUS226F
AEP216F, AEP226F AEP115F, AEP125F
AEP316F,AEP326F AEP216F, AEP226F
ANP216F,ANP226 ANP115F,ANP125F

CAR216F, CAR226F CAR116F, CAR126F

SOM116W, SOM126W SOF115F, SOF125F
SOB115F, SOB125F
AEP115F, AEP125F
CAR116F, CAR126
SOM216W, SOM226W SOF216F, SOF226F
SOB216F, SOB226F
AEP216F, AEP226F
CAR216F, CAR226F
SOM116W, SOM126W
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24. DIPLOMAS

24.1 DIPLOMA: AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT DP_AGM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
AMN115C Agricultural Management I 12 0.091
PPR115C Plant Production I 12 0.091
APR115C Animal Production I 12 0.091
COM115C Computer Skills I 6 0.045
SSC115C Agricultural Soil Science I 10 0.076
PAS11AT Pasture Science I 10 0.076
PRE1A English Proficiency and
PRE2B English Proficiency 6 0.045
AMN126C Agricultural Management II 12 0.091
PPR126C Plant Production II 12 0.091
APR126C Animal Production II 12 0.091
CAP125C Computer Applications (Agriculture) II 6 0.045
SCL125C Soil Classification II 10 0.076
APT126C Production Planning Techniques I 12 0.091
Total: 132 1.0

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
LBB206W Agricultural Management: Work-integrated 4 0.033
Learning
APM206W Agricultural Production Management II 62 0.484
APT206W Agricultural Production Techniques II 62 0.484
Total: 128 1.0
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3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings
AMN307C Agricultural Management III 28 0.259
ENG307C Agricultural Engineering I 24 0.259
PBL307C Human Resources Management: Agriculture I 12 0.111
ALW307C Agricultural Law I 12 0.111
Optional instructional offerings
PPR307E *Plant Production III
24 0.259
APR307E *Animal Production III
Total: 100 1.0

REMARKS

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the National Diploma will be awarded during
an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

As the physical stressors to which students are exposed on a farm during the WIL component of
the programme (in the second year) may be detrimental to the health of an unborn child, a female
student is not permitted to complete the WIL section of the programme during pregnancy. Any
student who suspects she may be pregnant must notify the Head of Department immediately. Such
a student must discontinue WIL, if registered for the instructional offering.

Admission requirements

A candidate must successfully complete the selection process for admission to this learning
programme. A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification is a prerequisite.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a pass in Agricultural Sciences is
recommended.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 40% in one of the
following subjects, as well as a minimum mark of 50% in another, is required: Agricultural
Sciences, Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Life Sciences, Economics, Accounting or
Physical Sciences.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) level 4, N4, N5 & N6
qualification:
In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 40% in one of the
following subjects, as well as minimum mark of 50% in another, is required: Agricultural
Sciences, and/or Biology or Life Sciences, Mathematics, Mathematical Literacy, Life Orientation,
Economics, Accounting or Physical Sciences.

Optional instructional offerings

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Instructional offerings are marked with an asterisk (*).

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional

offerings

Agricultural Management II Agricultural Management I

Plant Production II Plant Production I
Animal Production II Animal Production I
Computer Applications (Agriculture) II Computer Skills I
Soil Classification II Agricultural Soil Science I
Pasture Science I Grade 12
Agricultural Management III Agricultural Management II
Plant Production III Plant Production II
Animal Production III Animal Production II
Agricultural Engineering I Grade 12
Human Resources Management: Agriculture I Grade 12
Agricultural Law I Grade 12

24.2 DIPLOMA IN BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY DBIOMT

(No new first-year intake for the Diploma in Biomedical Technology as from 2019. This
programme will be phased out.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 361
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
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ANF11BT Anatomy and Physiology I 12

IGT11AT Introduction to Medical Technology 10
CHB11CT Chemistry I 12
BST11AT Calculations and Statistics 12
FSK11BT Physics I 12
PRE1A English Proficiency and
PRE2B English Proficiency 9
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information Management 0
ANF12BT Anatomy and Physiology I 12
PFS22AT Pathophysiology II 12
BCH22AT Biochemistry II 12
IMM22BT Immunology II 12
BTC12AT Computer Skills I 6
Total:

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
MKB11AT Microbiology I 15
BLD21AT Blood Transfusion Technology 15
CHP11AT Chemical Pathology I 15
SLP11AT Cellular Pathology I 15
MKB22BT Microbiology II 15
HEM22BT Haematology II 15
CHP22BT Chemical Pathology II 15
SLP22AT Cellular Pathology II 15
Total:

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
MKB31BT Microbiology III 15
HEM31BT Haematology III 15
CHP31BT Chemical Pathology III 15
SLP31AT Cellular Pathology III 15
LAB31BT LAB32BT Work-integrated Learning 60
Total:

REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board
for Medical Technology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in terms
of the rules and regulations of the Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services
Professions Act (Act No. 56 of 1974), and the subsequent amendments pertaining to medical
technology, as approved. All students must be immunised against hepatitis B.
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Work-integrated learning takes place only at approved, accredited laboratories identified by

CUT and the Professional Board for Medical Technology. A student with outstanding exit-level
subjects may not be eligible for work-integrated learning placement.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma will be awarded during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.

The chemical and biological agents to which students could be exposed during the practical
component of the learning programme may be detrimental to the health of a fetus. Any female
student who suspects she may be pregnant must immediately notify the relevant Head of
Department of the pregnancy, and the student must discontinue her studies for the full duration
of her pregnancy.

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% on standard grade
or 40% on higher grade in all three of the following subjects is required: Biology/Physiology,
Physical Sciences and Mathematics.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in both Life Sciences
and Physical Sciences, as well as a minimum mark of 50% in both Mathematics and English, is
required.

A candidate must successfully complete the selection process for admission to this learning
programme. A candidate is required to submit proof of job shadowing at an accredited
diagnostic laboratory.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional

offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering
B in order to meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A
means that the student must
re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.
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Only students who have passed all the first-year instructional offerings may enrol for third-year
instructional offerings.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

ANF12BT ANF11BT
PFS22AT ANF11BT
BCH22AT CHB11CT
CHP11AT BCH22AT; BST11AT
MKB11AT ANA00FP; PHY00FP
MKB22BT MKB11AT; BCH22AT; PFS22AT
MKB31BT MKB22BT
CHP22BT CHP11AT
CHP31BT CHP22BT
BLD21AT IMM22BT
HEM22BT BLD21AT
HEM31BT HEM22BT
SLP11AT ANF12BT
SLP22AT SLP11AT
SLP31AT SLP22T
LAB31BT / LAB32BT 301 credits passed
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24.3 DIPLOMA IN SOMATOLOGY DP_SOM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 372
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
LCS5011 LCS5012 Academic Literacy and Communication 0
Studies
AEP115E AEP125E Aesthetic Practices I 10
ANP115E ANP125E Anatomy and Physiology I 20
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 10
BUS115E Business Management I 0
HYG115E HYG125E Microbial Hygiene I 5
NMR5012 Numeracy 0
SCI115E SCI125E Science I 10
SOB115E SOB125E Somatic Therapy Body I 25
SOF115E SOF125E Somatic Therapy Face I 25
SOMA001
Total: 129

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
AEP216E AEP226E Aesthetic Practices II 5
ANP216E ANP226E Anatomy and Physiology II 20
BUS216E BUS226E Business Management II 10
CAR116E CAR126E Complementary Therapies I 15
SCI216E SCI226E Science II 10
SOB216E SOB226E Somatic Therapy Body II 20
SOF216E SOF226E Somatic Therapy Face II 20
SOP116E SOP126E Socio-psychology I 8
SOM116W SOM126W Somatology Work-integrated Learning I 15
SOMA002
Total: 123

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER
2
AEP316E AEP326E Aesthetic Practices III 5
BPH116E BPH126E Basic Pharmacology I 10
BUS316E BUS326E Business Management III 10
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CAR216E CAR226E Complementary Therapies II 15

SOB316E SOB326E Somatic Therapy Body III 15
SOF316E SOF326E Somatic Therapy Face III 20
SOM216W SOM226W Somatology Work-integrated 45
Learning II
SOMA003
Total: 120

REMARKS

Students are able to obtain an internationally recognised Comité International d'Esthétique et de

Cosmétologie (CIDESCO) diploma at the end of their third year of study.
Candidates only qualify for the CIDESCO assessment if they:

1. achieve a minimum of 60% in both the theoretical and practical components of the
instructional offerings in the first three quarters; and

2. pass all first-year and second-year instructional offerings of the Diploma: Somatology.

In the third year of study, the student must complete 300 hours of work-integrated learning at
one or more accredited salons, spas, aesthetic practices or slimming clinics. Only the hours
scheduled are taken into account. In the event of a student deciding to work overtime or on a
Saturday, Sunday or public holiday, this is considered a separate agreement between the student
and the employer/manager, and those hours are not taken into account in the accumulation of the
required 300 hours. Somatology Work-integrated Learning II (SOM216W) is a year
instructional offering, and is to be completed in full to allow the student to pass and graduate. A
student, with the assistance of the WORK INTERGRATED LEARINNING (WIL) office is
responsible for her own placement at an accredited salon, Spa or clinic. This includes the
necessary travel and accommodation arrangements.

Somatology Work-integrated Learning II (SOM216W) will be scheduled for the months of

December to February, for applicable and beneficial exposure to practice in the Somatology
industry.

Before the Diploma: Somatology can be awarded, the student must have earned a recognised
first-aid certificate, as well as diplomas from various product houses, as required by the course.

Students may be refused admission to the assessment if they have been absent from two or
more practical periods in a term. This rule is applicable to each separate practical section.

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).
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Academic Literacy and Communication Studies, Basic Digital Literacy, and Numeracy require
the successful completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order. A
distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional
offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering
B in order to meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A
means that the student must
re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies, Basic Digital Literacy, and Numeracy programmes.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

SOF216E, SOF226E SOF115E, SOF125E

SOB216E, SOB226E SOB115E, SOB125E
SOF316E, SOF326E SOB216E, SOB226E
SOB316E, SOB326E SOB216E, SOB226E
SCI216E, SCI226E SCI115E, SCI125E
BUS216E, BUS226E BUS115E
BUS316E, BUS326E BUS216E, BUS226E
AEP216E, AEP226E AEP115E, AEP125E
AEP316E, AEP326E AEP216E, AEP226E
ANP216E, ANP226E ANP115E, ANP125E

CAR216E, CAR226E CAR116E, CAR126E

SOM116W, SOM126W SOF115E, SOF125E
SOB115E, SOB125E
AEP115E, AEP125E
CAR116E, CAR126E
SOM216W, SOM226W SOF216E, SOF226E
SOB216E, SOB226E
AEP216E, AEP226E
CAR216E, CAR226E
SOM116W, SOM126W
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25. ADVANCED DIPLOMAS

25.1 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN AGRICULTURAL EXTENSION TLADAE

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings
AEE7000 Agricultural Economics for Extension 24 0.20
BCI7000 Behaviour Change and Intervention in Extension 18 0.15
APA7000 Extension and Advisory Principles and Approaches 24 0.20
LGN7000 Leadership, Group Dynamics and Networking in 18 0.15
Extension
PPI7000 Project Planning, Implementation and Evaluation in 18 0.15
Extension
Optional instructional offerings
APR7000 *Animal Production 18 0.15
PPR7000 *Plant Production 18
Total: 120 1.0

REMARKS

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Advanced Diploma will be awarded during
an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A National Diploma: Agricultural Management or equivalent Agricultural qualification, with the

appropriate instructional offerings.

Optional instructional offerings

Instructional offerings marked with an asterisk (*).

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).
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25.2 ADVANCED DIPLOMA: AGRICULTURAL MANAGEMENT AD_AGM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings
FIN40AT Financial Management: Agriculture IV 30 0.250
STG40AT Strategic Management: Agriculture IV 30 0.250
RES10AT Research Methodology I 30 0.250
Optional instructional offerings
ANI40AT *Animal Production IV 30 0.250
PLT40AT *Plant Production IV 30
Total: 120 1

*Optional instructional offerings

REMARKS

The Advanced Diploma: Agricultural Management is offered on a full-time (one year) or

part-time block basis (two years).

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Advanced Diploma will be awarded during
an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A National Diploma: Agricultural Management or equivalent Agricultural qualification, with the

appropriate instructional offerings.

Prospective students may be subject to a selection process.

Optional instructional offerings

Instructional offerings marked with an asterisk (*).

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).
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25.3 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN HEALTH MANAGEMENT AD_HMN

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.
SAQA CREDITS: 120
MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part time
Instructional offerings
FULL-TIME
1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA CREDITS HEMIS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings
HSA407 Health Services Administration and Delivery 30 0.25
LPE407 Legislation, Policy and Ethics 30 0.25
MSC407 Management Sciences 30 0.25
RMT407 Research Methodology 15 0.125
SHC407 Social and Health Context 15 0.125
Total: 120 1
*PART-TIME
1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA CREDITS HEMIS CREDITS
HSA407 Health Services Administration and Delivery 30 0.25
MSC407 Management Sciences 30 0.25
2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA CREDITS HEMIS CREDITS
LPE407 Legislation, Policy and Ethics 30 0.25
RMT407 Research Methodology 15 0.125
SHC407 Social and Health Context 15 0.125
Total: 120 1

REMARKS

This qualification will be delivered as an online blended learning programme. Upon successful
completion of this qualification, the Advanced Diploma will be awarded during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

An appropriate diploma at NQF level 6, or a bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7, with at least 360
credits from any relevant health-related profession, including health sciences, nursing and allied
health. Employment in a health management environment would be beneficial.

PREREQUISITES

It is essential that prospective applicants are computer literate, due to the online nature of
presentation for the majority of the content.

Also refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).
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26. BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES

26.1 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: CLINICAL TECHNOLOGY TABTNI

(No new first-year intake for the Baccalaureus Technologiae Clinical Technology as
from 2020. This programme is phasing out.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings
BGS11AT Principles of Management I 12
NMT21CT Research Methodology: Natural Sciences and 12
NMT22CT Research Methodology: Natural Sciences 12

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
Optional instructional offerings
One of the following instructional offerings, corresponding with the third-year choice:
Cardiology IV
KAR40AT Work-integrated Learning: Cardiology IV (main
instructional offering)
KDP40AT Cardiology IV Project (module instructional offering) 42
KDT40AT Cardiology IV Theory/Practical (module instructional 42
offering)
Critical Care IV
KRI40AT Work-integrated Learning: Critical Care IV (main
instructional offering)
KIT40AT Critical Care IV Project (module instructional offering) 42
KIP40AT Critical Care IV Theory/Practical (module instructional 42
offering)
Nephrology IV
NEF40AT Work-integrated Learning: Nephrology IV (main
instructional offering)
NFP40AT Nephrology IV Project (module instructional offering) 42
NFT40AT Nephrology IV Theory/Practical (module instructional 42
offering)
Neurophysiology IV
NEU40AT Work-integrated Learning: Neurophysiology IV (main
instructional offering)
NGP40AT Neurophysiology IV Project (module instructional 42
offering)
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NGT40AT Neurophysiology IV Theory/Practical (module 42

instructional offering)
Perfusion IV
PER40AT Work-integrated Learning: Perfusion IV (main
instructional offering)
RFP40AT Perfusion IV Project (module instructional offering) 42
RFT40AT Perfusion IV Theory/Practical (module instructional 42
offering)
Reproductive Biology IV
REP40AT Work-integrated Learning: Reproductive Biology IV
(main instructional offering)
RBP40AT Reproductive Biology IV Project (module instructional 42
offering)
RBT40AT Reproductive Biology IV Theory/Practical (module 42
instructional offering)
Pulmonology IV
PUL40AT Work-integrated Learning: Pulmonology IV (main
instructional offering)
PYP40AT Pulmonology IV Project (module instructional offering) 42
PYT40AT Pulmonology IV Theory/Practical (module instructional 42
offering)
Total: 120

The fourth academic year is presented on a full-time basis over a period of one year, or on a
part-time basis over a minimum period of two years.

REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board for
Radiography and Clinical Technology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
in terms of the rules and regulations of the Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services
Professions Act (Act No. 56 of 1974), and the subsequent amendments pertaining to clinical
technology, as approved.

Instructional offerings at fourth-year level are offered together with Work-integrated Learning at
an accredited training unit and in a specific category, as approved by the Professional Board for
Radiography and Clinical Technology, in collaboration with CUT and the employer. The student
must comply with
1 800 hours for the year, set as the minimum requirement by the HPCSA.

A compulsory research project in a fourth-level instructional offering must be completed. The

student must ensure that he/she has met the requirements with regard to ethical clearance, as failure
to do so may prevent the assessment of the research protocol and thesis. The internal supervisor of
the project must be an employee of CUT. CUT reserves the right to present certain instructional
offering combinations at fourth-year level.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Baccalaureus Technologiae Degree will be
awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.
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Admission requirements

A Diploma: Clinical Technology or equivalent qualification with the appropriate instructional

offerings.

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

Instructional offering Prerequisite instructional offering

Fourth-level instructional offerings Pharmacology II

26.2 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE: SOMATOLOGY THBTLO

(This programme is phasing out in 2020.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part time

Instructional offerings

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings
SOM40AT Soma Techniques IV (main instructional offering) 0
SMT40AT Soma Techniques IV (Theory) (module instructional 16
offering)
SMP40AT Soma Techniques IV (Practical) (module instructional 16
offering)

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
NMT20CT Research Methodology: Natural Sciences 30
SPJ40AT Somatology Project IV 34
BTK40AT Biotics IV 12
VDG40AT Nutrition IV 12
Total: 120

The fourth academic year is presented on a full-time basis over a period of one year, or on a
part-time basis over a minimum period of two years.
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REMARKS

A student must pass all the instructional offerings up to third-year level before being permitted to
register for the fourth year.

It is compulsory for a student to dress in the prescribed uniform and shoes.

A compulsory research project in a fourth-level instructional offering must be completed. A written

research proposal must reach the relevant Head of Department, as stipulated in the Baccalaureus
Technologiae instruction manual. The student must ensure that he/she has met the requirements
with regard to ethical clearance, as failure to do so may prevent the assessment of the research
protocol and thesis.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Baccalaureus Technologiae Degree will be
awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

Two years of industry experience, or a minimum of 27 points on the CUT scoring scale for the
National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

A National Diploma: Somatology or equivalent qualification with the appropriate instructional

offerings.
A candidate must successfully complete the selection process for the Baccalaureus Technologiae
programme.

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

Soma Techniques IV Soma Techniques III

Biotics IV Biotics III
Nutrition IV Nutrition III
Business Practice III Business Practice II
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27. BACHELOR’S DEGREE: EXTENDED CURRICULUM

PROGRAMMES (ECPs)

27.1 BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES IN CLINICAL TECHNOLOGY (ECP)

EX_CLT

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 480
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 5 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and 6
Communication Studies
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6
(Semester 2)
ANA00FP Anatomy 12
CHM00FP Chemistry 6
DLC5011 Digital Literacy (Semester 1) 6
WIS00FP Mathematics 6
FIS00FP Physics 6
NMC00FP Numeracy 6
PHY00FP Physiology 12
PIM5011 Personal Information 0
Management
ANA105F Anatomy I 12
CHE115F Chemistry I 6
CTP115F Clinical Technology Practice I 12
Clinical Technology
CTI125F 12
Instrumentation I
ENT125F Entrepreneurship 6
HCE125F Healthcare and Ethics 6
PHY115F Physics I 6
FSL105F Physiology I 12
AFI206F Anatomy and Physiology II 12
Clinical Technology
CTI206F 24
Instrumentation II
Clinical Technology Practice
CTP206F 12
II
COM206F Community Health and
6
Service Learning
OSP206F Pathophysiology II 12
FAR206F Pharmacology I 24
RES206F Research Methodology I 24
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Total: 252

4TH YEAR 5TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
Any ONE of the SEVEN options below:
Work-integrated Learning: Cardiology (CA)
CTP30CA Clinical Technology Practice III 24
OSP30CA Pathophysiology III 24
CTI30CA Clinical Technology Instrumentation III 36
RES307 Research Methodology II 12
FAR31CA Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Nephrology (NP)
CTP30NP Clinical Technology Practice III 24
OSP30NP Pathophysiology III 24
CTI30NP Clinical Technology Instrumentation III 36
RES307 Research Methodology II 12
FAR31NP Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Neurophysiology (NE)
CTP30NE Clinical Technology Practice III 24
OSP30NE Pathophysiology III 24
CTI30NE Clinical Technology Instrumentation III 36
RES307 Research Methodology II 12
FAR31NE Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Pulmonology (PU)
CTP30PU Clinical Technology Practice III 24
OSP30PU Pathophysiology III 24
CTI30PU Clinical Technology Instrumentation III 36
RES307 Research Methodology II 12
FAR31PU Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Critical Care (CC)
CTP30CC Clinical Technology Practice III 24
OSP30CC Pathophysiology III 24
CTI30CC Clinical Technology Instrumentation III 36
RES307 Research Methodology II 12
FAR31CC Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Reproductive Biology (RB)
CTP30RB Clinical Technology Practice III 24
OSP30RB Pathophysiology III 24
CTI30RB Clinical Technology Instrumentation III 36
RES307 Research Methodology II 12
FAR31RB Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Perfusion (PF)
CTP30PF Clinical Technology Practice III 24
OSP30PF Pathophysiology III 24
CTI30PF Clinical Technology Instrumentation III 36
RES307 Research Methodology II 12
FAR31PF Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Cardiology (CA)
CTP40CA Clinical Technology Practice IV 36
CTI40CA Clinical Technology Instrumentation IV 36
RES40 Research Methodology III 24
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HCM418 Healthcare Management I 12

HCM428 Healthcare Management II 12

4TH YEAR 5TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
Work-integrated Learning: Nephrology (NP)
CTP40NP Clinical Technology Practice IV 36
CTI40NP Clinical Technology Instrumentation IV 36
RES408 Research Methodology III 24
HCM418 Healthcare Management I 12
HCM428 Healthcare Management II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Neurophysiology (NE)
CTP40NE Clinical Technology Practice IV 36
CTI40NE Clinical Technology Instrumentation IV 36
RES408 Research Methodology III 24
HCM418 Healthcare Management I 12
HCM428 Healthcare Management II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Pulmonology (PU)
CTP40PU Clinical Technology Practice IV 36
CTI40PU Clinical Technology Instrumentation IV 36
RES408 Research Methodology III 24
HCM418 Healthcare Management I 12
HCM428 Healthcare Management II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Critical Care (CC)
CTP40CC Clinical Technology Practice IV 36
CTI40CC Clinical Technology Instrumentation IV 36
RES408 Research Methodology III 24
HCM418 Healthcare Management I 12
HCM428 Healthcare Management II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Reproductive Biology (RB)
CTP40RB Clinical Technology Practice IV 36
CTI40RB Clinical Technology Instrumentation IV 36
RES408 Research Methodology III 24
HCM418 Healthcare Management I 12
HCM428 Healthcare Management II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Perfusion (PF)
CTP40PF Clinical Technology Practice IV 36
CTI40PF Clinical Technology Instrumentation IV 36
RES408 Research Methodology III 24
HCM418 Healthcare Management I 12
HCM428 Healthcare Management II 12
Total: 480
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REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board for
Radiography and Clinical Technology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in
terms of the rules and regulations of the Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services
Professions Act (Act No. 56 of 1974), and the subsequent amendments pertaining to clinical
technology, as approved.

Students will be required to purchase textbooks and other educational material, as prescribed per
subject. Some textbooks are available as e-books.

If a student misses two or more practical sessions per module, he/she will not be granted admission to
summative assessment.

It is the students’ responsibility to be vaccinated against hepatitis B during their first year of study,
and proof must be supplied to the Clinical Technology programme. All second-year students should
provide evidence of the completion of a first-aid training course (level 1 & 2), and the cost must be
covered by the student in full.

A student must successfully complete all his/her first- and second-year instructional offerings in order
to progress to the third-year level of Work-integrated Learning.

Instructional offerings at third-year level are offered together with Work-integrated Learning at an
accredited training unit and in a specific category, as approved by the Professional Board for
Radiography and Clinical Technology, in collaboration with CUT. The student undergoes workplace
learning and must comply with the specific number of hours and competency based assessments
(CBT) as prescribed by CUT per year of study.

The Clinical Technology programme will provide a list of accredited CUT and HPCSA
work-integrated learning (WIL) training units to second-year students, for work-integrated learning
application. However, it still remains the responsibility of the student to find a suitable placement
within one of these accredited units, and the Clinical Technology programme cannot guarantee
placement in the student’s first choice of speciality.

A compulsory research project must be completed before the qualification can be awarded. The
student must ensure that he/she met all the research requirements with regard to ethical clearance, etc.
Failure to do so may prevent assessment of the submitted documentation.

If a female student is or fall pregnant during her WIL training, she must notify the Head of Department,
WIL coordinator of the Clinical Technology program at CUT and the unit supervisor. She will need
to discontinue her WIL practical training for the full duration of her pregnancy and the remainder of
that particular academic year. Exposure to radiation and infectious diseases during the student clinical
technologist WIL training may have serious adverse health effects on both the pregnant student and
the unborn baby. The student will then be allowed to return to the learning program once the baby has
been born and will commence with her WIL training at the beginning of the next academic year.
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Prospective Clinical Technologists (CTs) should be physically able to use their hands and fingers to
control and handle objects and equipment in the training unit. The following are also recommended:
A CT should be able to stand for extended periods of time.
A CT should be able to walk between different units.
A CT should be able to reach above shoulder level.
A CT should be able to stoop, kneel or crouch, and reach with his/her arms and hands.
A CT should have sufficient hearing to communicate with others.
A CT should not have a vision impairment that prevents him/her from using, e.g., a microscope or
computer equipment.

Admission requirements

For admission to the Bachelor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology at CUT, candidates must, in
addition to the general admission requirements of CUT, meet the following minimum requirements:

The minimum entrance requirement for a professional degree is a National Senior Certificate (NSC),
as certified by Umalusi, or equivalent, with an achievement rating of 4 (Moderate Achievement:
50% – 59%) or more in the following four recognised NSC 20-credit subjects: Life
Sciences/Biology/Physiology, Physical Sciences, Mathematics and English.

A minimum of 30 points on the CUT scoring scale.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum Grade 12 mark of 50% on standard
grade or 40% on higher grade in all three of the following subjects: Biology/Physiology, Physical
Sciences and Mathematics.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

A minimum pass mark of 4 for all the prerequisite subjects. Candidates must have a minimum pass
mark of 4 in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences and Mathematics and a minimum pass mark of 4 in the
language of instruction (English). Life Orientation will only contribute a maximum of 1 to the total
credit value.

National Certificate Vocational (NCV):

A National Certificate with level 4 subjects. Candidates must have a minimum of 60% in Life
Sciences, English and Mathematics, and a minimum of 70% in Physical Sciences.
• Life Orientation will only contribute a maximum of 1 to the total credit value.
• In addition, candidates must successfully complete the selection process for admission.

Candidates must successfully complete the selection process for admission to this learning
programme. Provisionally admitted students are subject to a second round of selection after
submission of the NSC results. This may include a selection test/interview. Should a prospective
student have forfeited his/her selection, he/she might be considered for selection to the ECP program.

ECP selection and admission requirements:

As above, but a prospective candidate might be recommended for, and must successfully complete, a
selection process and selection test for admission to the learning programme, and meritorious
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exceptions may be considered for the ECP. In such a case a prospective student has one (1) level
below the required mark for only one (1) prerequisite subject OR may meet all subject related
requirements but has achieved one (1) level below the required M-score. The rest of the requirements
should still be adhered to.

In addition, only FET students will be considered.

Considering that the ECP is subject to additional funding being made available by the Department of
Higher Education and Training (DHET), a student will not be allowed to repeat the first year or part
of the first year of the ECP. A student must pass all instructional offerings of the first year of the ECP
in order to continue with the subsequent year of study. A student may not change from the ECP to the
regular programme.

PREREQUISITES

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

LCS5001 No Prerequisite
ADC5022 No Prerequisite
ANA00FP No Prerequisite
CHM00FP No Prerequisite
DLC5011 No Prerequisite
WIS00FP No Prerequisite
FIS00FP No Prerequisite
NMC00FP No Prerequisite
PHY00FP No Prerequisite
PIM5011 No Prerequisite

ANA105F ANA00FP , CHM00FP, WIS00FP, FIS00FP,

NMC00FP, PHY00FP
CHE115F ANA00FP , CHM00FP, WIS00FP, FIS00FP,
NMC00FP, PHY00FP
CTP115F ANA00FP , CHM00FP, WIS00FP, FIS00FP,
NMC00FP, PHY00FP
CTI125F ANA00FP , CHM00FP, WIS00FP, FIS00FP,
NMC00FP, PHY00FP
ENT125F ANA00FP , CHM00FP, WIS00FP, FIS00FP,
NMC00FP, PHY00FP
HCE125F ANA00FP , CHM00FP, WIS00FP, FIS00FP,
NMC00FP, PHY00FP
PHY115F ANA00FP , CHM00FP, WIS00FP, FIS00FP,
NMC00FP, PHY00FP
FSL105F ANA00FP , CHM00FP, WIS00FP, FIS00FP,
NMC00FP, PHY00FP

AFI206F ANA105F, FSL105F

CTI206F CTI125F
CTP206F CTP115F
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COM206F No Prerequisite
OSP206F ANA105F, FSL105F
FAR206F ANA105F, FSL105F
RES206F No Prerequisite

Work-integrated Learning: Cardiology (CA)

CTP30CA CTP115F
OSP30CA OSP206F
CTI30CA CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31CA FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Nephrology (NP)

CTP30NP CTP115F
OSP30NP OSP206F
CTI30NP CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31NP FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Neurophysiology (NE)

CTP30NE CTP115F
OSP30NE OSP206F
CTI30NE CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31NE FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Pulmonology (PU)

CTP40PU CTP30PF
CTI40PU CTI30NE
RES408 RES307
HCM418 HCE125F
HCM428 HCE125F

Work-integrated Learning: Critical Care (CC)

CTP40CC CTP30PF
CTI40CC CTI30NE
RES408 RES307
HCM418 HCE125F
HCM428 HCE125F

Work-integrated Learning: Reproductive Biology (RB)

CTP40RB CTP30PF
CTI40RB CTI30NE
RES408 RES307
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HCM418 HCE125F
HCM428 HCE125F

Work-integrated Learning: Perfusion (PF)

CTP40PF CTP30PF
CTI40PF CTI30NE
RES408 RES307
HCM418 HCE125F
HCM428 HCE125F

No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing the above-mentioned

instructional offerings.

27.2 BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES IN MEDICAL LABORATORY

SCIENCE (ECP) EX_MLS

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 480
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 5 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
ANA00FP Anatomy 12
PHY00FP Physiology 12
CHM00FP Chemistry 6
FIS00FP Physics 6
WIS00FP Mathematics 6
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and 6
Communication Studies
NMC00FP Numeracy 6
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6
(Semester 2)
PIM5011 Personal Information 0
Management
PRE1A English Proficiency 9
STAT115 Biostatistics 9
CHEM115 Health Chemistry 9
PHYS115 Health Physics 9
HAPD116 Human Anatomy, Physiology 18
and Disease
IMLS115 Introduction to Medical 12
Laboratory Sciences
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PIM5011 Personal Information 0

Management
RSK11AB Reading Skills 0
BTC12AT Computer Skills I 6
CBIO126 Cellular Biology 12
PRE2B English Proficiency 0
HAPD126 Human Anatomy, Physiology 18
and Disease I
IMMU126 Immunology I 12
IMLS125 Introduction to Medical 12
Laboratory Sciences
Total:

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
CCHE216 Clinical Chemistry I 12
HAEM216 Haematology I 12
HIST216 Histology 12
IMHA216 Immunohaematology II 12
MMCB216 Medical Microbiology I 12
CCHE226 Clinical Chemistry II 12
CYTO226 Cytology I 12
GENE226 Cytogenetics 12
MMCB226 Medical Microbiology II 12
HAEM226 Haematology II 12
Total:

4TH YEAR 5TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
CCHE317 Clinical Chemistry III 12
CYTO317 Cytology II 12
HAEM317 Haematology III 12
IMLS31W Integrative Medical Laboratory Sciences 9
MMCB317 Medical Microbiology III 12
IMLS32W Integrative Medical Laboratory Sciences 60
Practical
RMTD327 Research Methods 9
CCH408W Clinical Practice: Clinical Chemistry 78
CPA408W Clinical Practice: Clinical Pathology 78
CYT408W Clinical Practice: Cytology 78
GEN408W Clinical Practice: Cytogenetics 78
HAE408W Clinical Practice: Haematology 78
HIS408W Clinical Practice: Histology 78
IMH408W Clinical Practice: Immunohaematology 78
IMM408W Clinical Practice: Immunology 78
MMC408 Clinical Practice: Medical Microbiology 78
W
VIR408W Clinical Practice: Virology 78
LMAN418 Laboratory Management 12
RMTP408 Research Project 30
Total:
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REMARKS

Upon commencing with their studies, students must register with the Professional Board for Medical
Technology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in terms of the rules and
regulations of the Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services Professions Act (Act No. 56 of 1974),
and the subsequent amendments pertaining to medical technology, as approved. Membership to the HPCSA
is compulsory.

The intake for the programme is in January annually, and the minimum duration is five years.

Vaccination against hepatitis B is compulsory.

Students will be required to purchase textbooks and other educational material, as prescribed per subject.
Some textbooks are available as e-books.

All students must wear specific protective clothing in the practical laboratories. Classes can be offered
during the day and/or evening.

Work-integrated Learning (WIL) takes place at laboratories approved and accredited by CUT and the
Professional Board for Medical Technology. A student with outstanding exit-level subjects may not be
eligible for WIL placement. Applicants should note that WIL may take place in laboratories not situated in
Bloemfontein, and thus students will have to plan for accommodation and travel off campus. No student will
be allowed to register for WIL unless he/she passed all the subjects of the first five academic semesters,
inclusive of non-credit-bearing subjects.

Exposure to chemicals and micro-organisms may be detrimental to the health of an unborn child. Students
are exposed to these elements during their studies, and a pregnant woman cannot take part in any practical
that would harm the fetus if she is pregnant. If a female student is pregnant, she must notify the Head of
Department, and my need to discontinue the learning programme for the full duration of her pregnancy.

If a student misses two or more practical sessions per module, he/she will not be granted admission to
summative assessment.

Prospective Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLSs) should be physically able to use their hands and fingers to
control and handle objects in the laboratory. The following are also recommended:

An MLS should be able to stand for extended periods of time.

An MLS should be able to walk between different laboratories.
An MLS should be able to reach above shoulder level.
An MLS should be able to stoop, kneel or crouch, and reach with his/her arms and hands.
An MLS should have sufficient hearing to communicate with others.
An MLS should not have a vision impairment that prevents him/her from using, e.g., a microscope or
computer equipment.

Some of the practical laboratories at CUT are not wheelchair friendly.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory
Science Degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Only students who have passed all the first-year instructional offerings may enrol for third-year instructional
offerings.
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Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.

A minimum of 30 points on the CUT scoring scale. Applicants with an M-score of 35 and above will be
admitted directly into the programme. Applicants with an M-score of 30 – 34 will be referred for psychometric
evaluation, where after the programme selector(s) will decide as to selection. All applicants are subject to a
selection process for admission into the programme, and are required to submit proof of job shadowing at a
diagnostic laboratory.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or 50% on
higher grade in the following subjects: English, Biology/Physiology, Physical Sciences and Mathematics.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general CUT admission requirements, a minimum pass mark of 3 (40 – 49%) in Life
Orientation and 4 (50 – 59%) in Mathematics, Life Sciences, English and Physical Sciences is required.

Applicants must have an NSC with endorsement for a bachelor’s degree.

Applicants in possession of a National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to the selection
requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES

A student must pass 50% of the first-year instructional offerings in order to continue with the
second-year instructional offerings; 50% of the second-year instructional offerings in order to continue with
the third-year instructional offerings; and 50% of the third-year instructional offerings in order to continue
with the fourth-year instructional offerings. Students are required to pass 100% (i.e. all) of the fourth-year
instructional offerings.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

CBIO126 CHEM115
CCH408W IMLS32W
CCHE216 CBIO126; CHEM115; STAT115
CCHE226 CCHE216
CCHE317 CCHE226; IMLS125
CPA408W IMLS32W
CYT408W IMLS32W
CYTO226 HIST216; IMLS125; HAPD126
CYTO317 CYTO226
GEN408W IMLS32W
GENE226 IMLS125; HAPD126
HAE408W IMLS32W
HAEM216 IMLS125; HAPD126
HAEM226 HAEM216
HAEM317 HAEM226
HAPD126 HAPD116
HIS408W IMLS32W
HIST216 HAPD126; IMLS125
IMH408W IMLS32W
IMHA216 HAPD126; IMLS125; IMMU126
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IMLS125 IMLS115
IMLS31W CCHE317; CYTO317; HAEM317
MMCB317
IMLS32W BTC12AT; PIM5011; LCS5001;
NMC00FP; DLC5011; ADC5022
IMM408W IMLS32W
LMAN418 IMLS32W
MMCB408W IMLS32W
MMCB216 IMLS125
MMCB226 MMCB216; CBIO126
RMTP408 RMTD327; IMLS32W
VIR408W VIR408W

27.3 BACHELOR OF RADIOGRAPHY IN DIAGNOSTICS (ECP) EXBCDR

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 480
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 5 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
ANA00FP Anatomy 12 0.125
PHY00FP Physiology 12 0.125
CHM00FP Chemistry 6 0.1
FIS00FP Physics 6 0.1
WIS00FP Mathematics 6 0.1
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and 6 0.05
Communication Studies
NMC00FP Numeracy 6 0.1
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.0025
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6 0.0025
(Semester 2)
PIM5011 PIM5012 Personal Information 0 0.0
Management
ANA5001 Anatomy and Physiology I 12 0.1
PCM5011 Patient Care Management I 6 0.05
PTH5022 Pathology I 12 0.1
STF5000 Radiation Physics I 12 0.1
RDP5000 Radiographic Procedures I 24 0.2
RCP5000 Research Principles I 12 0.1

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
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ANR6000 Anatomy and Physiology II 12 0.1

IMT6000 Imaging Technology II 12 0.1
PCM6000 Patient Care Management II 12 0.1
PTH6000 Pathology II 12 0.1
STF6000 Radiation Physics II 12 0.1
RAD6000 Radiographic Practice II 24 0.2
RDP6000 Radiographic Procedures II 12 0.1
RCP6000 Research Principles II 12 0.1

4TH YEAR 5TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
IMT7000 Imaging Technology III 12 0.1
PCM7000 Patient Care Management III 12 0.1
PTH7000 Pathology III 12 0.1
STF7000 Radiation Physics III 12 0.1
RAD7000 Radiographic Practice III 24 0.2
RDP7000 Radiographic Procedures III 12 0.1
RCP7000 Research Principles III 12 0.1
SPR7000 Anatomy and Physiology III 12 0.1
PCM8000 Patient Care Management IV 12 0.1
PTH8000 Pathology IV 12 0.1
STF8000 Radiation Physics IV 12 0.1
RAD8000 Radiographic Practice IV 24 0.2
RDP8000 Radiographic Procedures IV 12 0.1
RCP8000 Research Principles IV 12 0.1
SPR8000 Anatomy and Physiology IV 12 0.1
Optional instructional offerings:
Candidates select one of the following subjects in SEMESTER 1:
PRP8011 Project Management Process IV 12 0.1
CNP8011 Microbiology and Cannulisation (IV) 12 0.1
IFR8100 Introduction to Forensic Radiography 12 0.1
Optional instructional offerings:
Candidates select one of the following subjects in SEMESTER 2:
EPP427 Entrepreneurship Principles and Practices 12 0.1
PCC8022 Person-centred Care IV 12 0.1
Total: 480 1.0

REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board for
Radiography and Clinical Technology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
in terms of the rules and regulations of the Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services
Professions Act (Act No. 56 of 1974), and the subsequent amendments pertaining to radiography,
as approved.

Workplace learning, a component of Work-integrated Learning, is conducted simultaneously with

formal training at a training unit, as approved by the Professional Board for Radiography and
Clinical Technology. The student is placed as a student radiographer at an accredited hospital, and
undergoes workplace learning for a specific number of hours, as prescribed by the Professional
Board for Radiography and Clinical Technology.
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The required work-integrated learning in the programme makes it practically impossible

for a student to take instructional offerings on two academic levels in a single academic year.
A student who fails will thus be assessed on an individual basis in respect of continuation of
studies.

A student cannot progress to the next level if all prerequisites for the work-integrated
learning component of the programme are not successfully attained (e.g. continuous
assessment rubrics and portfolios).

Assessment: Formative and summative assessment

Work-integrated Learning: Radiographic Procedures I, II, III & IV (Diagnostic) are assessed at
CUT and at clinical practices on a continuous basis. Practical competency and skills are assessed
according to specific guidelines.

The radiation to which a radiographer is exposed may be detrimental to the health of an unborn
child. As students are exposed to radiation during the practical component of the learning
programme, a female student is not permitted to complete the theoretical and practical part
of the learning programme during pregnancy. Any student who suspects she may be pregnant
must notify the relevant Head of Department immediately. Such a student must discontinue the
learning programme for the full duration of her pregnancy.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostics

Degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

A minimum of 30 points on the CUT scale of notation.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or
50% on higher grade in all three of the following subjects is required: Biology/Physiology,
Physical Sciences and Mathematics.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

The candidate must be in possession of an NSC with endorsement for a bachelor’s degree. In
addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum pass mark of level 3 (40% – 49%) in
Life Orientation and level 4 (50% – 59%) in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences and Mathematics is
required. A minimum admission point score (APS) of 30 points on the CUT scale of notation is
required.

A candidate must successfully complete the selection process for admission to this learning
programme.
Provisionally selected students are subject to a second round of selection after submission of the
NSC results. Should a prospective student have forfeited his/her selection, he/she might be
considered for the limited number of ECP placements.

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

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PREREQUISITES

ECP selection and admission requirements:

As above, but a prospective candidate might be recommended for, and must successfully
complete, a selection process and selection test for admission to the learning programme, and
meritorious exceptions may be considered for the ECP. In such a case a prospective student has
one (1) level below the required mark for only one (1) prerequisite subject OR may meet all
subject related requirements but has achieved one (1) level below the required M-score. The rest
of the requirements should still be adhered to.

In addition, only FET students will be considered.

Considering that the ECP is subject to additional funding being made available by the Department
of Higher Education and Training (DHET), a student will not be allowed to repeat the first year or
part of the first year of the ECP. A student must pass all first-year instructional offerings in
order to continue with the second-year instructional offerings of the ECP. A student may not
change from the ECP to the regular programme.

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

In addition to the radiography-related offerings in the programme, the following offerings, as

prescribed by the university, are also compulsory: Personal Information Management, Academic
Literacy and Communication Studies, Basic and Advanced Digital Literacy, and Success Skills.

No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing the above-mentioned

instructional offerings.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

ANA5001 ANA00FP, PHY00FP

ANR6000 ANA5000
SPR7000 ANR6000
SPR8000 SPR7000
IMT7000 IMT6000
PTH6000 PTH5022
PTH7000 PTH6000
PTH8000 PTH7000
PCM6000 PCM5011
PCM7000 PMC6000
PCM8000 PCM7000
STF5000 CHM00FP, FIS00FP, WIS00FP, NMC00FP
STF6000 STF5000
STF7000 STF6000
STF8000 STF7000
RDP6000 RDP5000
RDP7000 RDP6000
RDP8000 RDP7000
RAD7000 RAD6000
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RAD8000 RAD7000
RCP6000 RCP5000
RCP7000 RCP6000
RCP8000 RCP7000
RPR8011
CNP8011
EPP427
PCC8022

27.4 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH (ECP) EX_ENV

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 480
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 5 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
ANA00FP Anatomy 12
CHM00FP Chemistry 6
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6
FIS00FP Physics 6
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and 6
Communication Studies
NMC00FP Numeracy 6
PHY00FP Physiology 12
PIM5011 Personal Information 0
Management
WIS00FP Mathematics 6
AP10EH Anatomy and Physiology 12
CB11EH Chemistry 6
EH11EH Introduction to Environmental 6
Health (Ethics and
Professional Practice)
MA10EH Mathematics 6
MI10EH Microbiology 18
PH12EH Physics 6
SA12EH Sociology and Anthropology 6
SD11EH Sustainable Development 6
ENVH10W Work-integrated Learning 6
BR20EH Biostatistics and Introduction 6
to Research
CD20EH Community Development 12
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EM20EH Environmental Health 6

Management and
Administration II
EP21EH Epidemiology II 6
FH20EH Food and Meat Hygiene 12
HP20EH Environmental Health 6
Education and Promotion
OH20EH Occupational Health and 12
Safety (Physical Stressors)
PB21EH Planning for the Built 6
Environment
VC22EH Vector Control 6
WQ20EH Water Quality Management 12
ENVH20W Work-integrated Learning 18

SAQA HEMIS
4TH YEAR 5TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
AQ31EH Air Quality Management 6
EL30EH Environmental and Legal Processes III 12
EM30EH Environmental Health Management and 12
Administration III
EN32EH Environmental Noise Pollution 6
EP30EH Epidemiology III 6
FP30EH Food and Meat Processing 24
OH30EH Occupational Health and Safety (Chemical 24
and Biological Stressors)
PM32AT Project Management 6
RM31AT Research Methodology 6
WM22EH Waste Management 6
ENVH30W Work-integrated Learning 12
DM41EH Disaster Management 6
EI41EH Environmental Health Info Management 6
System
EL42EH Environmental Law and Legal Process IV 6
EM40EH Environmental Health Management and 6
Administration IV
EN42EH Environmental Management 6
EP42EH Ethics and Professional Practice 6
ET41EH Environmental Toxicology 6
FM10EH Food Hygiene Management System 12
OH40EH Occupational Health and Safety 24
(Management Systems)
RP40EH Research Project 24
ENVH40W Work-integrated Learning 18
Total: 480

REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board for
Environmental Health Practitioners of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA),
as stipulated in Government Gazette R1869, dated 79.08.24.
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At least 25 working days during the first and second years of study, and at least 40 working days
in the third year of study, are to be completed under the supervision of a registered Environmental
Health Practitioner.

Instructional offerings at all levels are assessed internally by CUT. Third-level instructional
offerings, however, are moderated externally. Practical assessments in the instructional offering
Food and Meat Hygiene III are conducted internally by CUT.

In cases where a practical assessment is administered, the final assessment mark is awarded for
both the theory and practical components.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Science in Environmental

Health Degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Directly upon receiving the Bachelor’s Degree, all students are expected to perform 12 months
of compulsory community service.

As the physical, chemical and biological stressors to which students are exposed during the
practical component of the programme may be detrimental to the health of an unborn child, a
female student is not permitted to complete the practical section of the programme during
pregnancy. Any student who suspects she may be pregnant must notify the relevant Head of
Department immediately. Such a student must discontinue Food and Meat Processing III
(FP30EH), if registered for the instructional offering. It is also recommended that the student
discontinues the following instructional offerings, if registered for those instructional offerings,
for the full duration of her pregnancy:

• MA10EH Microbiology I
• OH20EH Occupational Health and Safety II
• OH30EH Occupational Health and Safety III

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade
in any two of the following subjects is required: Biology, Physical Sciences and Mathematics.
Geography and/or Physiology is recommended.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum pass mark of 50% in both Life
Sciences and Physical Sciences, as well as a minimum mark of 50% in Mathematics, is required.

A candidate might be recommended for, and must then successfully complete, a selection process
for admission to the learning programme, and meritorious exceptions may be considered for the
ECP.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.
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Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

PREREQUISITES

ECP selection and admission requirements:

As above, but a prospective candidate might be recommended for, and must successfully
complete, a selection process and selection test for admission to the learning programme, and
meritorious exceptions may be considered for the ECP. In such a case a prospective student has
one (1) level below the required mark for only one (1) prerequisite subject OR may meet all
subject related requirements but has achieved one (1) level below the required M-score. The rest
of the requirements should still be adhered to.

In addition, only FET students will be considered.

Considering that the ECP is subject to additional funding being made available by the
Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), a student will not be allowed to repeat
the first year or part of the first year of the ECP. A student must pass all instructional offerings
of the first year of the ECP in order to continue with the subsequent year of study. A student
may not change from the ECP to the regular programme.

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

In addition to the offerings related to environmental health in the programme, the following
offerings, as prescribed by the university, are also compulsory:

• Personal Information Management;

• Academic Literacy and Communication Studies;
• Basic and Advanced Digital Literacy; and
• Success Skills.

No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing the above-mentioned

instructional offerings.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

OH20EH AP10EH
PB21EH SD11EH
AQ31EH PB21EH
AQ31EH WQ20EH
CD20EH EH11EH
VC22EH EP21EH
CD20EH SA12EH
WQ20EH MI10EH
WQ20EH SD11EH
HP22EH EH11EH
HP22EH SA12EH
HP22EH SD11EH
OH20EH CB10EH
OH20EH CB11EH
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OH20EH MA10EH
OH20EH PH12EH
OH30EH OH20EH
OH40EH OH30EH
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28. BACHELOR’S DEGREES

28.1 BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES IN CLINICAL TECHNOLOGY B_CLNT

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 480
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5011/ Academic Literacy and
6
LCS5012 Communication Studies
PIM5011/ Personal Information
0
PIM5012 Management
ANA105 Anatomy I 24
FSL105 Physiology I 24
CHE115 Chemistry I 6
PHY115 Physics I 6
Clinical Technology
CTP115 12
Practice I
Clinical Technology
CTI125 12
Instrumentation I
HCE125 Healthcare and Ethics 6
ENT125 Entrepreneurship 6
Anatomy and
AFI206 24
Physiology II
OSP206 Pathophysiology II 24
FAR206 Pharmacology I 24
Clinical Technology
CTI206 24
Instrumentation II
Clinical Technology
CTP206 12
Practice II
RES206 Research Methodology I 24
Community Health and
COM206 6
Service Learning

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Any ONE of the SEVEN options below:
Work-integrated Learning: Cardiology (CA)
Clinical Technology
CTP30CA 36
Practice III
OSP30CA Pathophysiology III 24
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Clinical Technology
CTI30CA 36
Instrumentation III
Research Methodology
RES307 12
II
FAR31CA Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Nephrology (NP)
Clinical Technology
CTP30NP 36
Practice III
OSP30NP Pathophysiology III 24
Clinical Technology
CTI30NP 36
Instrumentation III
Research Methodology
RES307 12
II
FAR31NP Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Neurophysiology (NE)
Clinical Technology
CTP30NE 36
Practice III
OSP30NE Pathophysiology III 24
Clinical Technology
CTI30NE 36
Instrumentation III
Research Methodology
RES307 12
II
FAR31NE Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Pulmonology (PU)
Clinical Technology
CTP30PU 36
Practice III
OSP30PU Pathophysiology III 24
Clinical Technology
CTI30PU 36
Instrumentation III
Research Methodology
RES307 12
II
FAR31PU Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Critical Care (CC)
Clinical Technology
CTP30CC 36
Practice III
OSP30CC Pathophysiology III 24
Clinical Technology
CTI30CC 36
Instrumentation III
Research Methodology
RES307 12
II
FAR31CC Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Reproductive Biology (RB)
Clinical Technology
CTP30RB 36
Practice III
OSP30RB Pathophysiology III 24
Clinical Technology
CTI30RB 36
Instrumentation III
Research Methodology
RES307 12
II
FAR31RB Pharmacology II 12
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1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Work-integrated Learning: Perfusion (PF)
Clinical Technology
CTP30PF 36
Practice III
OSP30PF Pathophysiology III 24
Clinical Technology
CTI30PF 36
Instrumentation III
Research Methodology
RES307 12
II
FAR31PF Pharmacology II 12
Work-integrated Learning: Cardiology (CA)
Clinical Technology
CTP40CA 36
Practice IV
Clinical Technology
CTI40CA 36
Instrumentation IV
Research Methodology
RES40 24
III
Healthcare Management
HCM418 12
I
Healthcare Management
HCM428 12
II
Work-integrated Learning: Nephrology (NP)
Clinical Technology
CTP40NP 36
Practice IV
Clinical Technology
CTI40NP 36
Instrumentation IV
Research Methodology
RES408 24
III
Healthcare Management
HCM418 12
I
Healthcare Management
HCM428 12
II
Work-integrated Learning: Neurophysiology (NE)
Clinical Technology
CTP40NE 36
Practice IV
Clinical Technology
CTI40NE 36
Instrumentation IV
Research Methodology
RES408 24
III
Healthcare Management
HCM418 12
I
Healthcare Management
HCM428 12
II
Work-integrated Learning: Pulmonology (PU)
Clinical Technology
CTP40PU 36
Practice IV
Clinical Technology
CTI40PU 36
Instrumentation IV
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Research Methodology
RES408 24
III
Healthcare Management
HCM418 12
I
Healthcare Management
HCM428 12
II

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Work-integrated Learning: Critical Care (CC)
Clinical Technology
CTP40CC 36
Practice IV
Clinical Technology
CTI40CC 36
Instrumentation IV
Research Methodology
RES408 24
III
Healthcare Management
HCM418 12
I
Healthcare Management
HCM428 12
II
Work-integrated Learning: Reproductive Biology (RB)
Clinical Technology
CTP40RB 36
Practice IV
Clinical Technology
CTI40RB 36
Instrumentation IV
Research Methodology
RES408 24
III
Healthcare Management
HCM418 12
I
Healthcare Management
HCM428 12
II
Work-integrated Learning: Perfusion (PF)
Clinical Technology
CTP40PF 36
Practice IV
Clinical Technology
CTI40PF 36
Instrumentation IV
Research Methodology
RES408 24
III
Healthcare Management
HCM418 12
I
Healthcare Management
HCM428 12
II
Total: 480
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REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board for
Radiography and Clinical Technology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
in terms of the rules and regulations of the Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services
Professions Act (Act No. 56 of 1974), and the subsequent amendments pertaining to clinical
technology, as approved.

Students will be required to purchase textbooks and other educational material, as prescribed per
subject. Some textbooks are available as e-books.

If a student misses two or more practical sessions per module, he/she will not be granted admission
to summative assessment.

It is the students’ responsibility to be vaccinated against hepatitis B during their first year of study,
and proof must be supplied to the Clinical Technology programme. All second-year students
should provide evidence of the completion of a first-aid training course (level 1 & 2), and the cost
must be covered by the student in full.

A student must successfully complete all his/her first- and second-year instructional offerings in
order to progress to the third-year level of Work-integrated Learning.

Instructional offerings at third-year level are offered together with Work-integrated Learning at an
accredited training unit and in a specific category, as approved by the Professional Board for
Radiography and Clinical Technology, in collaboration with CUT. The student undergoes
workplace learning and must comply with the specific number of hours and competency based
assessments (CBT) as prescribed by CUT per year of study.

The Clinical Technology programme will provide a list of accredited CUT and HPCSA
work-integrated learning (WIL) training units to second-year students, for work-integrated learning
application. However, it still remains the responsibility of the student to find a suitable placement
within one of these accredited units, and the Clinical Technology programme cannot guarantee
placement in the student’s first choice of speciality.

A compulsory research project must be completed before the qualification can be awarded. The
student must ensure that he/she met all the research requirements with regard to ethical clearance,
etc. Failure to do so may prevent assessment of the submitted documentation.

If a female student is or fall pregnant during her WIL training, she must notify the Head of
Department, WIL coordinator of the Clinical Technology program at CUT and the unit supervisor.
She will need to discontinue her WIL practical training for the full duration of her pregnancy and
the remainder of that particular academic year. Exposure to radiation and infectious diseases during
the student clinical technologist WIL training may have serious adverse health effects on both the
pregnant student and the unborn baby. The student will then be allowed to return to the learning
program once the baby has been born and will commence with her WIL training at the beginning
of the next academic year.
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Prospective Clinical Technologists (CTs) should be physically able to use their hands and fingers
to control and handle objects and equipment in the training unit. The following are also
recommended:
A CT should be able to stand for extended periods of time.
A CT should be able to walk between different units.
A CT should be able to reach above shoulder level.
A CT should be able to stoop, kneel or crouch, and reach with his/her arms and hands.
A CT should have sufficient hearing to communicate with others.
A CT should not have a vision impairment that prevents him/her from using, e.g., a microscope or
computer equipment.

Admission requirements

For admission to the Bachelor of Health Sciences in Clinical Technology at CUT, candidates must,
in addition to the general admission requirements of CUT, meet the following minimum
requirements:

The minimum entrance requirement for a professional degree is a National Senior Certificate
(NSC), as certified by Umalusi, or equivalent, with an achievement rating of 4 (Moderate
Achievement: 50% – 59%) or more in the following four recognised NSC 20-credit subjects: Life
Sciences/Biology/Physiology, Physical Sciences, Mathematics and English.

A minimum of 30 points on the CUT scoring scale.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum Grade 12 mark of 50% on standard
grade or 40% on higher grade in all three of the following subjects: Biology/Physiology, Physical
Sciences and Mathematics.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

A minimum pass mark of 4 for all the prerequisite subjects. Candidates must have a minimum pass
mark of 4 in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences and Mathematics and a minimum pass mark of 4 in
the language of instruction (English). Life Orientation will only contribute a maximum of 1 to the
total credit value.

National Certificate Vocational (NCV):

A National Certificate with level 4 subjects. Candidates must have a minimum of 60% in Life
Sciences, English and Mathematics, and a minimum of 70% in Physical Sciences.
• Life Orientation will only contribute a maximum of 1 to the total credit value.
• In addition, candidates must successfully complete the selection process for admission.

Candidates must successfully complete the selection process for admission to this learning
programme. Provisionally admitted students are subject to a second round of selection after
submission of the NSC results. This may include a selection test/interview. Should a prospective
student have forfeited his/her selection, he/she might be considered for selection to the ECP
program.
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PREREQUISITES

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

LCS5012 LCS5011/
PIM5012 PIM5011/
ANA105
FSL105
CHE115
PHY115
CTP115
CTI125
HCE125
ENT125

AFI206 ANA105F, FSL105F

OSP206 ANA105F, FSL105F
FAR206 ANA105F, FSL105F
CTI206 CTI125
CTP206 CTP115F
RES206
COM206

Work-integrated Learning: Cardiology (CA)

CTP30CA CTP115F
OSP30CA OSP206F
CTI30CA CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31CA FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Nephrology (NP)

CTP30NP CTP115F
OSP30NP OSP206F
CTI30NP CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31NP FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Neurophysiology (NE)

CTP30NE CTP115F
OSP30NE OSP206F
CTI30NE CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31NE FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Pulmonology (PU)

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CTP30PU CTP115F
OSP30PU OSP206F
CTI30PU CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31PU FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Critical Care (CC)

CTP30CC CTP115F
OSP30CC OSP206F
CTI30CC CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31CC FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Reproductive Biology (RB)

CTP30RB CTP115F
OSP30RB OSP206F
CTI30RB CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31RB FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Perfusion (PF)

CTP30PF CTP115F
OSP30PF OSP206F
CTI30PF CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31PF FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Cardiology (CA)

CTP40CA CTP30PF
CTI40CA CTI30NE
RES40 RES307
HCM418 HCE125F
HCM428 HCE125F

Work-integrated Learning: Nephrology (NP)

CTP30NP CTP115F
OSP30NP OSP206F
CTI30NP CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31NP FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Neurophysiology (NE)

CTP30NE CTP115F
OSP30NE OSP206F
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CTI30NE CTI206F
RES307 RES206F
FAR31NE FAR206F

Work-integrated Learning: Pulmonology (PU)

CTP40PU CTP30PF
CTI40PU CTI30NE
RES408 RES307
HCM418 HCE125F
HCM428 HCE125F

Work-integrated Learning: Critical Care (CC)

CTP40CC CTP30PF
CTI40CC CTI30NE
RES408 RES307
HCM418 HCE125F
HCM428 HCE125F

Work-integrated Learning: Reproductive Biology (RB)

CTP40RB CTP30PF
CTI40RB CTI30NE
RES408 RES307
HCM418 HCE125F
HCM428 HCE125F

Work-integrated Learning: Perfusion (PF)

CTP40PF CTP30PF
CTI40PF CTI30NE
RES408 RES307
HCM418 HCE125F
HCM428 HCE125F

No student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing the above-mentioned

instructional offerings.
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28.2 BACHELOR OF HEALTH SCIENCES IN MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE

B_MLS

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 492
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
PRE1A English Proficiency 9
STAT115 Biostatistics 9
CHEM115 Health Chemistry 9
PHYS115 Health Physics 9
HAPD116 Human Anatomy, 18
Physiology and Disease
IMLS115 Introduction to Medical 12
Laboratory Sciences
PIM5011 Personal Information 0
Management
RSK11AB Reading Skills 0
BTC12AT Computer Skills I 6
CBIO126 Cellular Biology 12
PRE2B English Proficiency 0
HAPD126 Human Anatomy, 18
Physiology and Disease
I
IMMU126 Immunology I 12
IMLS125 Introduction to Medical 12
Laboratory Sciences
CCHE216 Clinical Chemistry I 12
HAEM216 Haematology I 12
HIST216 Histology 12
IMHA216 Immunohaematology II 12
MMCB216 Medical Microbiology I 12
CCHE226 Clinical Chemistry II 12
CYTO226 Cytology I 12
GENE226 Cytogenetics 12
MMCB226 Medical Microbiology II 12
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1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
HAEM226 Haematology II 12
CCHE317 Clinical Chemistry III 12
CYTO317 Cytology II 12
HAEM317 Haematology III 12
IMLS31W Integrative Medical 9
Laboratory Sciences
MMCB317 Medical Microbiology 12
III
IMLS32W Integrative Medical 60
Laboratory Sciences
Practical
RMTD327 Research Methods 9
CCH408W Clinical Practice: 78
Clinical Chemistry
CPA408W Clinical Practice: 78
Clinical Pathology
CYT408W Clinical Practice: 78
Cytology
GEN408W Clinical Practice: 78
Cytogenetics
HAE408W Clinical Practice: 78
Haematology
HIS408W Clinical Practice: 78
Histology
IMH408W Clinical Practice: 78
Immunohaematology
IMM408W Clinical Practice: 78
Immunology
MMC408 Clinical Practice: 78
W Medical Microbiology
VIR408W Clinical Practice: 78
Virology
LMAN418 Laboratory Management 12
RMTP408 Research Project 30
Total: 492
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REMARKS

Upon commencing with their studies, students must register with the Professional Board for
Medical Technology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in terms of the
rules and regulations of the Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services Professions Act
(Act No. 56 of 1974), and the subsequent amendments pertaining to medical technology, as
approved. Membership to the HPCSA is compulsory.

The intake for the programme is in January annually, and the minimum duration is four years.

Vaccination against hepatitis B is compulsory.

Students will be required to purchase textbooks and other educational material, as prescribed per
subject. Some textbooks are available as e-books.

All students must wear specific protective clothing in the practical laboratories. Classes can be
offered during the day and/or evening.

Work-integrated Learning (WIL) takes place at laboratories approved and accredited by CUT and
the Professional Board for Medical Technology. A student with outstanding exit-level subjects
may not be eligible for WIL placement. Applicants should note that WIL may take place in
laboratories not situated in Bloemfontein, and thus students will have to plan for accommodation
and travel off campus. No student will be allowed to register for WIL unless he/she passed all the
subjects of the first five academic semesters, inclusive of non-credit-bearing subjects.

Exposure to chemicals and micro-organisms may be detrimental to the health of an unborn child.
Students are exposed to these elements during their studies, and a pregnant woman cannot take part
in any practical that would harm the fetus if she is pregnant. If a female student is pregnant, she
must notify the Head of Department, and my need to discontinue the learning programme for the
full duration of her pregnancy.

If a student misses two or more practical sessions per module, he/she will not be granted admission
to summative assessment.

Prospective Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLSs) should be physically able to use their hands and
fingers to control and handle objects in the laboratory. The following are also recommended:

An MLS should be able to stand for extended periods of time.

An MLS should be able to walk between different laboratories.
An MLS should be able to reach above shoulder level.
An MLS should be able to stoop, kneel or crouch, and reach with his/her arms and hands.
An MLS should have sufficient hearing to communicate with others.
An MLS should not have a vision impairment that prevents him/her from using, e.g., a microscope
or computer equipment.

Some of the practical laboratories at CUT are not wheelchair friendly.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical
Laboratory Sciences Degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.
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Only students who have passed all the first-year instructional offerings may enrol for third-year
instructional offerings.

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification.

A minimum of 30 points on the CUT scoring scale. Applicants with an M-score of 35 and above
will be admitted directly into the programme. Applicants with an M-score of 30 – 34 will be
referred for psychometric evaluation, whereafter the programme selector(s) will decide as to
selection. All applicants are subject to a selection process for admission into the programme, and
are required to submit proof of job shadowing at a diagnostic laboratory.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or
50% on higher grade in the following subjects: English, Biology/Physiology, Physical Sciences
and Mathematics.

For candidates who matriculated in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general CUT admission requirements, a minimum pass mark of 3 (40 – 49%) in
Life Orientation and 4 (50 – 59%) in Mathematics, Life Sciences, English and Physical Sciences is
required.

Applicants must have an NSC with endorsement for a bachelor’s degree.

Applicants in possession of a National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to

the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

PREREQUISITES

A student must pass 50% of the first-year instructional offerings in order to continue with the
second-year instructional offerings; 50% of the second-year instructional offerings in order to
continue with the third-year instructional offerings; and 50% of the third-year instructional
offerings in order to continue with the fourth-year instructional offerings. Students are required to
pass 100% (i.e. all) of the fourth-year instructional offerings.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

CBIO126 CHEM115
CCH408W IMLS32W
CCHE216 CBIO126; CHEM115; STAT115
CCHE226 CCHE216
CCHE317 CCHE226; IMLS125
CPA408W IMLS32W
CYT408W IMLS32W
CYTO226 HIST216; IMLS125; HAPD126
CYTO317 CYTO226
GEN408W IMLS32W
GENE226 IMLS125; HAPD126
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HAE408W IMLS32W
HAEM216 IMLS125; HAPD126
HAEM226 HAEM216
HAEM317 HAEM226
HAPD126 HAPD116
HIS408W IMLS32W
HIST216 HAPD126; IMLS125
IMH408W IMLS32W
IMHA216 IMLS32W
IMLS125 HAPD126; IMLS125; IMMU126
IMLS31W IMLS115
IMLS32W BTC12AT; PIM5011; PRE1A; PRE2B;
RSK11AB
IMM408W IMLS32W
LMAN418 IMLS32W
MMCB408W IMLS32W
MMCB216 IMLS125
MMCB226 MMCB216; CBIO126
RMTP408 RMTD327; IMLS32W
VIR408W VIR408W

28.3 BACHELOR OF RADIOGRAPHY IN DIAGNOSTICS HCBCRD

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 480
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and 6 0.05
Communication Studies
ADC5022 Advanced Digital 6 0.05
Literacy
ANA5000 Anatomy and Physiology 24 0.2
I
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.05
PCM5011 Patient Care 6 0.05
Management I
PTH5022 Pathology I 12 0.1
PIM5011 Personal Information 0 0.0
Management
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STF5000 Radiation Physics I 24 0.2

RDP5000 Radiographic Procedures 24 0.2
I
RCP5000 Research Principles I 12 0.1
ANR6000 Anatomy and 24 0.2
Physiology II
IMT6000 Imaging Technology II 12 0.1
PCM6000 Patient Care 12 0.1
Management II
PTH6000 Pathology II 12 0.1
STF6000 Radiation Physics II 12 0.1
RAD6000 Radiographic Practice II 24 0.1
RDP6000 Radiographic 12 0.1
Procedures II
RCP6000 Research Principles II 12 0.1
IMT7000 Imaging Technology III 12 0.1
PCM7000 Patient Care 12 0.1
Management III
PTH7000 Pathology III 12 0.1
STF7000 Radiation Physics III 12 0.1
RAD7000 Radiographic Practice 24 0.2
III
RDP7000 Radiographic 12 0.1
Procedures III
RCP7000 Research Principles III 12 0.1
SPR7000 Anatomy and 24 0.2
Physiology III

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
PCM8000 Patient Care 12 0.1
Management IV
STF8000 Radiation Physics IV 12 0.1
RAD8000 Radiographic Practice 24 0.2
IV
RDP8000 Radiographic 12 0.1
Procedures IV
RCP8000 Research Principles IV 12 0.1
SPR8000 Anatomy and 12 0.1
Physiology IV
PTH8000 Pathology IV 12 0.1
Optional instructional offerings:
Candidates select one of the following subjects in SEMESTER 1:
PRP8011 Project Management 12 0.1
Process IV
CNP8011 Microbiology and 12 0.1
Cannulisation IV
Optional instructional offerings:
Candidates select one of the following subjects in SEMESTER 2:
EPP427 Entrepreneurship 12 0.1
Principles and Practices
PCC8022 Person-centred Care IV 12 0.1
Total: 480 1.0
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REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board for
Radiography and Clinical Technology of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) in
terms of the rules and regulations of the Medical, Dental and Supplementary Health Services
Professions Act (Act No. 56 of 1974), and the subsequent amendments pertaining to radiography, as
approved.

Workplace learning, a component of Work-integrated Learning, is conducted simultaneously with

formal training at a training unit, as approved by the Professional Board for Radiography and Clinical
Technology. The student is placed as a student radiographer at an accredited hospital, and undergoes
workplace learning for a specific number of hours, as prescribed by the Professional Board for
Radiography and Clinical Technology. The required work-integrated learning in the programme
makes it practically impossible for a student to take instructional offerings on two academic
levels in a single academic year. A student who fails will thus be assessed on an individual basis
in respect of continuation of studies.

A student cannot progress to the next level if all prerequisites for the work-integrated learning
component of the programme are not successfully attained (e.g. continuous assessment rubrics
and portfolios).

Assessment: Formative and summative assessment.

Work-integrated Learning: Radiographic Procedures I, II, III & IV (Diagnostic) are assessed at CUT
and in clinical practices on a continuous basis. Practical competency and skills are assessed according
to specific guidelines.

The radiation to which a radiographer is exposed may be detrimental to the health of an unborn child.
As students are exposed to radiation during the practical component of the learning programme, a
female student is not permitted to complete the theoretical and practical part of the learning
programme during pregnancy. Any student who suspects she may be pregnant must notify the
relevant Head of Department immediately. Such a student must discontinue the learning
programme for the full duration of her pregnancy.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostics Degree
will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

A minimum of 30 points on the M-scale.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade or 50%
on higher grade in all three of the following subjects is required: Biology/Physiology, Physical
Sciences and Mathematics.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

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The candidate must be in possession of an NSC with endorsement for a bachelor’s degree. In addition
to the general admission requirements, a minimum pass mark of 3 (40% – 49%) in Life Orientation
and 4 (50% – 59%) in Life Sciences, Physical Sciences and Mathematics is required. A minimum
admission point score (APS) of 30 points on the CUT scale of notation is required.

A candidate must successfully complete the selection process for admission to this learning
programme.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to
the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this chapter).

In addition to the radiography-related offerings in the programme, the following offerings, as

prescribed by the university, are also compulsory: Personal Information Management, Academic
Literacy and Communication Studies, Basic and Advanced Digital Literacy, and Success Skills. No
student will be allowed to graduate without successfully completing the above-mentioned
instructional offerings.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

ANR6000 ANA5000
SPR7000 ANR6000
SPR8000 SPR7000
IMT7000 IMT6000
PTH6000 PTH5022
PTH7000 PTH6000
PTH8000 PTH7000
PCM6000 PCM5011
PCM7000 PMC6000
PCM8000 PCM7000
STF6000 STF5000
STF7000 STF6000
STF8000 STF7000
RDP6000 RDP5000
RDP7000 RDP6000
RDP8000 RDP7000
RAD7000 RAD6000
RAD8000 RAD7000
RCP6000 RCP5000
RCP7000 RCP6000
RCP8000 RCP7000
RPR8011
CNP8011
EPP427
PCC8022
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28.4 BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH B_ENVH

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 480
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
AP10EH Anatomy & Physiology 24
CB10EH Chemistry 12
LCD5011 Academic Literacy & 6
Communication Studies
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6
EH11EH Introduction to 6
Environmental Health
(Ethics & Professional
Practice)
MA10EH Mathematics 12
MI10EH Microbiology 24
PH12EH Physics 12
SA12EH Sociology & 6
Anthropology
SD11EH Sustainable 6
Development
ENVH10W Work-integrated 6
Learning
1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
BR21EH Biostatistics & 6
Introduction to Research
CD20EH Community 12
Development
EM21EH Environmental Health 6
Management &
Administration II
EP21EH Epidemiology II 6
FH20EH Food & Meat Hygiene 12
HP22EH Environmental Health 6
Education & Promotion
OH20EH Occupational Health & 18
Safety (Physical
Stressors)
PB21EH Planning for the Built 6
Environment
VC22EH Vector Control 6
WQ20EH Water Quality 18
Management
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ENVH20W Work-integrated 24
Learning
AQ31EH Air Quality 6
Management
EL30EH Environmental & Legal 12
Processes III
EM30EH Environmental Health 12
Management &
Administration III
EN32EH Environmental Noise 6
Pollution
EP30EH Epidemiology III 6
FP30EH Food & Meat 24
Processing
OH30EH Occupational Health & 24
Safety (Chemical &
Biological Stressors)
PM32AT Project Management 6
RM31AT Research Methodology 6
WM32EH Waste Management 6
WL30EH Work-integrated 12
Learning
DM41EH Disaster Management 6
EI41EH Environmental Health 6
Info Management
System
EL42EH Environmental Law & 6
Legal Process IV
EM40EH Environmental Health 6
Management &
Administration IV
EN42EH Environmental 6
Management
EP42EH Ethics & Professional 6
Practice

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
ET41EH Environmental 6
Toxicology
FM10EH Food Hygiene 12
Management System
OH40EH Occupational Health & 24
Safety (Management
Systems)
RP40EH Research Project 24
ENVH40W Work-integrated 18
Learning
Total: 480
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REMARKS

Upon commencing with his/her studies, the student must register with the Professional Board for
Environmental Health Practitioners of the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA),
as stipulated in Government Gazette R1869, dated 79.08.24.

At least 25 working days during the first and second years of study, at least 40 working days in the
third year of study, and 30 working days in the fourth year of study, are to be completed under the
supervision of a registered Environmental Health Practitioner.

Instructional offerings at all levels are assessed internally by CUT. Fourth-level instructional
offerings, however, are moderated externally. Practical assessments in the instructional offering
Food and Meat Hygiene III are conducted internally by CUT.

In cases where a practical assessment is administered, the final assessment mark is awarded for
both the theory and practical components.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health
Degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Directly upon receiving the Bachelor’s Degree, all students are expected to perform 12 months of
compulsory community service.

As the physical, chemical and biological stressors to which students are exposed during the
practical component of the programme may be detrimental to the health of an unborn child, a female
student is not permitted to complete the practical section of the programme during pregnancy. Any
student who suspects she may be pregnant must notify the relevant Head of Department
immediately. Such a student must discontinue Food and Meat Hygiene II (FH20EH), and Food
and Meat Processing III (FP30EH), if registered for the instructional offering. It is also
recommended that the student discontinues the following instructional offerings, if registered for
those instructional offerings, for the full duration of her pregnancy:

• MA10EH Microbiology I
• OH20EH Occupational Health and Safety II
• OH30EH Occupational Health and Safety III

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% on standard grade in
any two of the following subjects is required: Biology, Physical Sciences and Mathematics.
Geography and/or Physiology is recommended.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 50% in both Life Sciences
and Physical Sciences, as well as a minimum mark of 50% in Mathematics, is required.
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A candidate might be recommended for, and must then successfully complete, a selection process
for admission to the learning programme, and meritorious exceptions may be considered for the
ECP. Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected
according to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

PREREQUISITES

Refer to paragraph 1 under the heading “Admission to a higher level of study” (point 2 of this
chapter).

A student must pass 75% of the first-year instructional offerings in order to continue with the
second-year instructional offerings; and 75% of the second-year instructional offerings in order to
continue with the third-year instructional offerings. Students are required to pass 100% (i.e. all) of
the fourth-year instructional offerings.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful
completion of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional

offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B
in order to meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means
that the student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

AQ31EH PB21EH
AQ31EH WQ20EH
BR21EH DLC5011
BR21EH EH11EH
BR21EH MA10EH
CD20EH EH11EH
CD20EH SA12EH
DM41EH EL30EH
EI41EH EP31EH
EL30EH FH20EH
EL30EH OH20EH
EL30EH WQ20EH
EL42EH DM41EH
EM21EH SA12EH
EM40EH EM30EH
EN32EH AQ31EH
EP21EH MI10EH
EP21EH AP10EH
EP30EH VC22EH
EP42EH EM30EH
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FH20EH MI10EH
FM10EH FP30EH
FP30EH FH20EH
HP22EH EH11EH
HP22EH SA12EH
HP22EH SD11EH
HP22EH LCS5011
HP22EH LCS5012
OH20EH AP10EH
OH20EH CB10EH
OH20EH CB11EH
OH20EH MA10EH
OH20EH PH12EH
OH30EH OH20EH
OH40EH OH30EH
PB21EH SD11EH
RM31AT BR21EH
RP40EH PM32AT
VC22EH EP21EH
WM32EH PB21EH
WQ20EH MI10EH
WQ20EH SD11EH
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29. MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES (Phasing out)

These learning programmes will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 9

PROGRAMME MAGISTER MAIN INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE TECHNOLOGIAE CODE OFFERINGS
ILMTLM Agriculture THE50AI Dissertation
NO INTAKE IN 2019
THMTGH Environmental Health VER50AT Dissertation
NO INTAKE IN 2019
TAMTDO Radiography (Diagnostic) THS50AT Dissertation (Diagnostic)
NO INTAKE IN 2019
TAMTDO Radiography (Therapy) SIS50AT Dissertation (Therapy)
NO INTAKE IN 2019
TAMTDO Radiography (Nuclear Medicine) HAN50AT Dissertation (Nuclear Medicine
NO INTAKE IN 2019

REMARKS

A Magister Technologiae degree is only awarded upon completion of an approved research project,
and upon submission of a dissertation.

Prospective students may be subject to a selection process.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Magister Technologiae degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A Baccalaureus Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification.

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30. MASTER’S DEGREES

These learning programmes will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 180

HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 9

PROGRAMME MASTER’S DEGREE MAIN INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE CODE OFFERINGS
M_AGRI Master of Agriculture THE50AI Dissertation
M_HBIO Master of Health Sciences in Biomedical THE50AT Dissertation
Technology
M_HSCT Master of Health Sciences in Clinical DEL50AT Dissertation
Technology
M_HSEN Master of Health Sciences in Environmental VER50AT Dissertation
Health
M_HSOM Master of Health Sciences in Somatology TSS50AT Dissertation
M_RADI Master of Radiography MRAD900 Dissertation

REMARKS

A master’s degree is only awarded upon completion of an approved research project, and upon
submission of a dissertation.

Prospective students may be subject to a selection process.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the master’s degree will be awarded during an
official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A Baccalaureus Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification.

For the Master of Health Sciences in Biomedical Technology; Master of Radiography; and
Master of Clinical Technology, the student must have a 60% average at Baccalaureus
Technologiae or honours level.
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31. DOCTOR TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES

These learning programmes will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 240

HEMIS CREDITS: 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 10

PROGRAMME DOCTOR MAIN INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE TECHNOLOGIAE CODE OFFERINGS
ILDTUL Agriculture GEV90AI Thesis
NO INTAKE IN 2019
THDTHH Environmental Health NAV90AT Thesis
NO INTAKE IN 2019

REMARKS

A research proposal is to be submitted within six months of registration, for approval by the
relevant Head of Department.

Prospective students may be subject to a selection process. According to the Student

Assessment Manual, prospective students must submit a protocol.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the Doctor Technologiae degree will be
awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A Magister Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification.

32. DOCTORAL DEGREES

These learning programmes will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

HEMIS CREDITS: 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 10

PROGRAMME DOCTORATE MAIN INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE CODE OFFERINGS
D_HBIO Doctor of Health Sciences in Biomedical GEV90AT Thesis
Technology
D_HSCT Doctor of Health Sciences in Clinical GNP90AT Thesis
Technology
D_HSOM Doctor of Health Sciences in Somatology VOR90AT Thesis
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REMARKS

A research proposal is to be submitted within six months of registration, for approval by the
relevant Head of Department.

Prospective students may be subject to a selection process. According to the Student Assessment
Manual, prospective students must submit a protocol.

A minimum of one publication is required before successful completion of the qualification.

Upon successful completion of this qualification, the doctorate will be awarded during an official
graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A Magister Technologiae degree or equivalent qualification.

33. DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

HEMIS CREDITS: 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 10

PROGRAMME DOCTORATE MAIN INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE CODE OFFERING
D_ENVH Doctor of Philosophy in NAV90AT Advanced Research Project and
Environmental Health Dissertation

34. POSTDOCTORAL STUDIES

PROGRAMME POSTDOCTORAL MAIN INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE STUDIES CODE OFFERING
POSTDH Postdoctoral Studies RESHLTH Research: Health and Environmen
Sciences
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CHAPTER 23

FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

DEAN (vacant)

SECRETARY Ms TI Tshehlana, BTech (CUT)

FACULTY ADMINISTRATOR Mr T Williams, MA (UFS)

FACULTY OFFICER Mr KN Mokoena, BEd (Hons) (CUT)

SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE Ms NJ Mbuli, BTech (CUT)

ASSISTANT

TEACHING AND LEARNING Mr BG Molokwane, MA (UFS),

CO-ORDINATOR

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNICATION SCIENCES

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr BG Fredericks

DTech (CUT)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms N Oberholzer, NDip (CUT)

SENIOR LECTURERS Dr EJS Coetzee, PhD (UFS)

LECTURERS Ms L Louw, BA Hons (UFS)

Dr MC Delport, PhD (UFS)
Ms SA Ngidi, MA (UZ)
Mr MJ Koai, MTech (CUT)
Dr M. Motake, D.Tech (TUT)
Mr Y. Majola, M.Tech (TUT)
WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Dr BP Badenhorst, DLitt et Phil (RAU)

SENIOR LECTURER Dr R Moyo, PhD (NWU)

LECTURERS Ms MB Molotsane, MA (Illinois)

Dr NQ Mkumatela, DComm Language Practice (CUT)
Dr A Mnguni, DTech (TUT)
Dr SD Hlohlolo, DComm Language Practice (CUT)
Ms MC Molete, MTech (CUT)
Ms ESE Hitge, M.ED (CUT)
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DEPARTMENT OF DESIGN AND STUDIO ART

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Vacant

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms P MoatlhodiPGCE (CUT)

LECTURERS Ms M Barnard, MA (UFS)

Ms M le Roux, MA (UFS)
Ms FC Venter, MA (UFS)
Dr P Moremoholo, DTech (TUT)
Mr A Ojo, MTech (CUT)
Ms EW du Plooy, MTech (CUT)
Ms C Bester, MTech (CUT)
Ms JP Immelman, MTech (CUT)
Ms EJH Dalton, MTech (CUT)
Mr E Holmes, MTech CUT)
Ms L Nel, MTech (CUT)
Ms E Joubert, MA (UFS)

JUNIOR LECTURER Mr JJ Myburgh, BTech (CUT)

TECHNICAL ASSISTANT Ms M janse van Rensburg, BTech (CUT),

LABORATORY TECHNICIAN Vacant

EQUIPMENT OFFICER Ms L Moorosi

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr RW Thabane, PhD (CUT)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms C Morite, NDip (CUT)

SENIOR LECTURER Dr D Tshelane, PhD (UFS)

LECTURERS Ms B Lenong, MA (UFS)

Dr RW Thabane, PhD (CUT)
Mr P Mollo, MEd (UFS)
Ms LA Ntlhare, MEd (CUT)
Mr M Letuka, MEd (UFS)
Dr J Louw, PhD (UFS)
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WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Dr A Modise, DEd (CUT)

LECTURERS Dr AM Rambuda, PhD (UP)

Ms MC Mphojane, MEd (CUT)
Dr OS Ndlovu, DEd (CUT)
Dr L Segalo, DEd (CUT)

DEPARTMENT OF POSTGRADUATE STUDIES: EDUCATION

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Dr LA Matlho, PhD (UFS)

PROFESSOR Vacant

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Prof. G Alexander, PhD (UFS)

Prof. AH Makura, PhD (UFH)

SENIOR LECTURER Dr J Palmer PhD (NWU)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms K Connoway, Management Assistant Diploma

(Motheo)

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof. GJ Schlebusch, PhD (Vista)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms K Motaung, B.Tech (CUT)

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Prof. JW Badenhorst, DEd (Unisa)

SENIOR LECTURER Dr P Serero, PhD (NMU)

DEPARTMENT OF LANGUAGE AND SOCIAL SCIENCES EDUCATION

ACTING HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Dr MK Kimanzi, PhD (UKZN)

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR Prof. P. Phindane, DLitt (US)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms C Morite, NDip (CUT)

SENIOR LECTURER Dr MK Kimanzi, PhD (UKZN)

LECTURERS Dr B Mangwegape, PhD (UFS)

Mr MG Zwane, MA (UFS)
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Ms LG Mogashoa, MA (UFS)
Mr S Peens, MEd (UFS)
Mr S Siwela, MA (UKZN)
Ms AB Hass, MA (UFS)
Mr S Mohatle, MA (CUT)

WELKOM CAMPUS

SENIOR LECTURER Dr MA Modise, DEd (CUT)

LECTURER Mr AM Masowa, MA (UFS)

DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS

HEAD OF DEPARTMENT Prof. WN Setlalentoa, PhD (CUT)

DEPARTMENTAL ADMINISTRATOR Ms K Connoway, Diploma (Motheo)

SENIOR LECTURER Dr MA Lekhu, PhD (CUT)

Dr L Kalobo, PhD (UFS)

LECTURERS Mr WMS Maduna, MBA (ZOU)

Dr L Kalobo, PhD (UFS)
Dr J Timire, PhD (UFS)
Mr MA Adekoya, MSc (Unilag)
Mr JAG Beukes, MEd (CUT)
Mr I Phage, MSc (NWU)
Dr C Masoabi, PhD (UFS)
Mr M Mokhothu, MEd (CUT)

SENIOR LABORATORY Mr TS Masoeu, BTech (CUT)

TECHNICIANS
Ms TN Taoana, MSc (UFS)
Ms L Mogotsi, MTech (CUT)
Mr AO Mashalane, BSc Hons (NWU)
WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT MANAGER Dr R Bhagwandeen, PhD (Jabalpur)

SENIOR LECTURER Dr L Schlebusch, PhD (CUT)

LECTURERS Mr J Jacob, MSc (Kerala)

Mr L Shinya, BSc Hons (UZ)
Dr S Mushori, PhD (UFS)
Ms B Jacob, MSc (MGU)
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SENIOR LABORATORY Mr B Finger, MSc (NWU)

TECHNICIAN
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CONTACT NUMBERS

BLOEMFONTEIN CAMPUS
TELEPHONE
NUMBER

DEAN FACULTY OF HUMANITIES 051 – 507-3362

DEPARTMENT OF: COMMUNICATION SCIENCES 051 – 507-3327

DEPARTMENT OF: DESIGN AND STUDIO ART 051 – 507-3184

DEPARTMENT OF: EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL 051 – 507-3371 /

STUDIES 051 – 507-3348

DEPARTMENT OF: POSTGRADUATE STUDIES: 051 – 507-3371 /

EDUCATION 051 – 507-3348

DEPARTMENT OF: LANGUAGE AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 051 – 507-3371 /

EDUCATION 051 – 507-3348

DEPARTMENT OF: MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE AND 051 – 507-3371 /

TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION 051 – 507-3348

FACULTY OFFICER: HUMANITIES 051 – 507-4016

FACULTY HUMANITIES 051 – 507-3328

ADMINISTRATOR:

WELKOM CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT OF: COMMUNICATION SCIENCES 057 – 910-3561

DEPARTMENT OF: POSTGRADUATE STUDIES: 057 – 910-3572 /

EDUCATION 057 – 910-3618
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1. RULES OF THE FACULTY OF HUMANITIES

The following rules are supplementary to the rules contained in the Calendar of the Central
University of Technology, Free State (CUT):

GENERAL

A list of prescribed textbooks for the different learning programmes is issued on enrolment.

A student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on
condition that the first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been
successfully completed.

A diploma programme may not be completed in less than three years, unless the student
has been awarded exemption or recognition for at least four instructional offerings. Under
such circumstances, the diploma programme may not be completed in less than two years.

Students must participate in all scheduled assessments. In the event of absence for a valid
reason, it is the student’s responsibility to arrange with the relevant lecturer and/or the
Assessment and Graduations Unit for a special assessment session, or risk being penalised.
The Assessment Manual for 2020 provides comprehensive information regarding the
assessment process.

Students may be expected to attend certain lectures in the evening, or on a block basis over
weekends.

Official and complete admission requirements are contained in Chapter 5 of the CUT
Calendar. Admission requirements reflected in the learning programme part of the
Calendar are sometimes only a summarised version thereof.

2. THE FOLLOWING NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMME IS OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY:

National Diploma: Language Practice (Phased out)

3. THE FOLLOWING DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN THE

FACULTY:

Diploma in Design and Studio Art

Diploma in Language Practice and Media Studies

4. THE FOLLOWING DIPLOMA EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME

(ECP) IS OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:

Diploma in Design and Studio Art (ECP)

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5. THE FOLLOWING BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE PROGRAMMES ARE

OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:

Baccalaureus Technologiae: Fine Art (Phased out)

Baccalaureus Technologiae: Graphic Design (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Technologiae: Language Practice (Phased out)

6. THE FOLLOWING BACCALAUREUS EDUCATIONIS: (FET):

SPECIALISATION PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:

Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Computer Science (Phased out)

Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Economic and Management Sciences
(Phased out)
Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Languages (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Natural Sciences (Phased out)
Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Specialisation: Technology (Phased out)

7. THE FOLLOWING BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN SENIOR PHASE AND FET

TEACHING PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:

Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching

Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Computer
Science
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Economic and
Management Sciences
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Language
Education
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Mathematics
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Natural Sciences
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching: Specialisation: Technology

8. THE FOLLOWING ADVANCED DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY:

Advanced Diploma in Studio Arts

Advanced Diploma in Design Technology
Advanced Diploma in Language Practice
Advanced Diploma in Media Studies

9. THE FOLLOWING POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMME IS

OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) (Phased out)

Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) (Senior Phase and FET)

10. THE FOLLOWING POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES ARE

OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:

Postgraduate Diploma in Art and Social Design

Postgraduate Diploma in Design Technology
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Postgraduate Diploma in Language Practice

Postgraduate Diploma in Media Studies

11. THE FOLLOWING BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (HONS) PROGRAMMES

ARE OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:

Bachelor of Education (Hons): Educational Management (Phasing out)

Bachelor of Education Honours in Education Management

12. THE FOLLOWING MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE PROGRAMMES ARE

OFFERED IN THE FACULTY:

Magister Technologiae: Design

Magister Technologiae: Fine Art (Phased out)
Magister Technologiae: Graphic Design (Phased out)

13. THE FOLLOWING MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY:

Master of Communication in Language Practice

Master of Education (Research) (Phased out)
Master of Education

14. THE FOLLOWING DOCTORAL DEGREE PROGRAMMES ARE OFFERED IN

THE FACULTY:

Doctor of Communication in Language Practice

Doctor of Education
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15. DIPLOMAS

15.1 DIPLOMA IN DESIGN AND STUDIO ART HADPSA

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST 2ND 3RD INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and 9 0.10
Communication Studies
DGI5001 Digital Imaging 18 0.15
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.05
ADC502 Advanced Digital Literacy 6 0.05
2
DRG500 Drawing 18 0.15
1
NMR501 Numeracy 6 0.05
1
PIM5011 Personal Information 0 0.00
Management
PFP5001 Professional Practice 12 0.10
VCU500 Visual Culture 24 0.20
1
DDS5001 2-D and 3-D Design 24 0.20
DRG6002 Drawing II 12 0.10
MMS5001 Management Studies 12 0.10
PFP6002 Professional Practice 21 0.28
SDP6001 Studio Practice 42 0.35
VCU6002 Visual Culture 24 0.18
DSA5022 Work-integrated Learning: 12 0.33
Design and Studio Art
MMS6002 Management Studies 12 0.10
PFP7003 Professional Practice 18 0.35
SDP7002 Studio Practice 42 0.35
VCU7003 Visual Culture 24 0.20
DSA6023 Work-integrated Learning: 24 0.5
Design and Studio Art
Total: 363 3
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REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma in Design and Studio Art will be
awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according
to the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, candidates must submit a portfolio of their work
and also attend an interview. Visual Art is recommended.

All prospective students are subject to a selection process.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

PREREQUISITES

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

VCU5001 18 Grade 12
VCU6002 24 VCU5001,
PFP5001
VCU7003 24 VCU6002
PFP5001 12 Grade 12
PFP6002 30 PFP5001,
VCU5001
PFP7003 18 PFP6002
DRG5001 18 Grade 12
DRG6002 18 DRG5001
DGI5001 18 Grade 12
DDS5001 30 Grade 12
MMS5001 12 PFP5001
MMS6002 12 MMS5001
SDP6001 42 DGI5001
DDS5001
SDP7002 42 SDP6001
DSA5022 12 PFP5001
DSA6023 18 DSA5022
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15.2 DIPLOMA IN LANGUAGE PRACTICE AND MEDIA STUDIES DP_LPM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 3 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
CPU10BS Computer Usage I 12 0.10
LCS5001 Academic Literacy and 6 0.10
Communication Studies
DGI5001 Digital Literacy 6 0.10
LAE10AS English I (Language X) 12 0.10
INT10AS Intercultural Studies I 12 0.10
TVP10AS Language and Translation 24 0.10
Practice I
MDS10A Media Studies I 24 0.10
S
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.10
PIM5011 Personal Information 0 0.00
Management
PIM5012 Personal Information 0 0.00
Management
LAA10AS Afrikaans I (Language X) or 12 0.10
FCH10AS French I (Language X) or 12 0.10
GER10AS German I (Language X) or 12 0.10
SOT10AS Sesotho I (Language X) or 12 0.10
TSW10AS Setswana I (Language X) or 12 0.10
XHS10AS isiXhosa I 12 0.10
CPU20BS Computer Usage II 12 0.10
LAE20AS English II (Language X) 12 0.10
MDS20AS Media Studies II 24 0.10
TVP20AS Language and Translation 24 0.10
Practice II
LAA20AS Afrikaans II (Language X) 12 0.10
or
FCH20AS French II or 12 0.10
GER20AS German II or 12 0.10
TSW20AS Setswana II or 12 0.10
XHS20AS isiXhosa II 12 0.10
SOT20AS Sesotho II (Practice) 12 0.10
VID10AS Video: Theory and Practice I 24 0.10
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1ST 2ND 3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
OPR10AS Public Speaking I 24 0.10
LAE30AS English III 12 0.10
MDS30AS Media Studies III 24 0.10
TVP30AS Language and Translation 24 0.10
Practice III
LAA30AS Afrikaans III or 12 0.10
FCH30AS French III or 12 0.10
GER30AS German III or 12 0.10
XHS30AS isiXhosa III or 12 0.10
TSW30AS Setswana III or 12 0.10
SOT30AS Sesotho III 12 0.10
SAD10AS Business Administration I 12 0.10
LPM30WL Work-integrated Learning for 30 0.00
Language Practice and Media
Studies
Total: 360

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma in Language Practice and Media Studies
will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to the
selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% on higher grade in any two
official regional languages is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of 60% in any two official regional
languages is required.
• Only a limited number of students will be selected.
• All first-year students will be required to write a selection test.
• Final selection will be based on Grade 12 entry requirements and the results obtained in the selection
test.

Optional instructional offerings

Afrikaans, English, Sesotho, German, French, isiXhosa, Setswana or Business Administration I.

PREREQUISITES
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Refer to the heading “General”, point 1, paragraph 2 of this chapter.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful completion of two
instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional offering B.
A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in order to meet the
prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means that the student must re-
register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and Communication
Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

LAA20AS 12 LAA10AS
LAA30AS 12 LAA20AS
SAD10AS 12 Grade 12
CPU20BS 12 CPU10BS
LAE20AS 12 LAE10AS
LAE30AS 12 LAE20AS
FCH20AS 12 FCH10AS
FCH30AS 12 FCH20AS
GER20AS 12 GER10AS
GER30AS 12 GER20AS
TVP20AS 24 TVP10AS
TVP30AS 24 TVP20AS
MDS10AS 53 Grade 12
MDS20AS 53 MDS10AS
MDS30AS 53 MDS20AS
OPR10AS 12 Grade 12
SOT10AS 12 Grade 12
SOT20AS 12 SOT10AS
SOT30AS 12 SOT20AS
TSW10AS 12 Grade 12
TSW20AS 12 TSW10AS
TSW30AS 12 TSW20AS
VID10AS 12 Grade 12
XHS10AS 12 Grade 12
XHS20AS 12 XHS10AS
XHS30AS 12 XHS20AS

Work-integrated learning

It is recommended that each student complete at least 300 hours of work-integrated learning at an
approved undertaking during the formal study period.

Work-integrated learning may be completed as follows:

Third year: 300 hours
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16. DIPLOMA: EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME

16.1 DIPLOMA IN DESIGN AND STUDIO ART ECP EXDPDS

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 380

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 360
HEMIS CREDITS: 3.100
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND 3RD 4TH INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
FDD00FP Drawing for Design 24 0.20
DMS00FP Fundamental 24 0.20
Two-dimensional
Design
DIM00FP Fundamental 24 0.20
Three-dimensional
Design
HAD00FP History of Art and 12 0.10
Design
CES00FP Success and Life Skills 12 0.10
LCS5001 Academic Literacy 9 0.10
and Communication
Studies
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.05
ADC5022 Advanced Digital 6 0.05
Literacy
DGI5001 Digital Imaging 18 0.10
DRG5001 Drawing 18 0.10
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.05
PIM5011/ Personal Information 0 0.00
PIM5012 Management
PFP5001 Professional Practice 12 0.10
VCU5001 Visual Culture 24 0.10
DDS5001 2-D and 3-D Design 24 0.17
DRG6002 Drawing 12 0.15
MMS5001 Management Studies 12 0.10
PFP6002 Professional Practice 21 0.10
SDP6001 Studio Practice 42 0.20
VCU6002 Visual Culture 21 0.13
DSA5022 Work-integrated 12 0.33
Learning: Design and
Studio Art
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MMS6002 Management Studies 12 0.10

PFP7003 Professional Practice 18 0.15
SDP7002 Studio Practice 42 0.30
VCU7003 Visual Culture 24 0.15
DSA6023 Work-integrated 24 0.05
Learning: Design and
Studio Art
Total: 459 3

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Diploma in Design and Studio Art will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to the
selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, candidates must submit a portfolio of their work and
also attend an interview. Visual Art is recommended.

All prospective students are subject to a selection process.

Optional instructional offerings

All instructional offerings are compulsory.

PREREQUISITES

The components of the ECP are a fundamental part of the curriculum of the Diploma in Design and
Studio Art.

Students must pass all of the following instructional offerings in order to progress to the second year of
study. If any ONE of the following instructional offerings is failed, the student will be deemed
academically unsuccessful.

CES00FP: Success and Life Skills

DMS00FP: Fundamental Two-dimensional Design
DIM00FP: Fundamental Three-dimensional Design
FDD00FP: Drawing for Design
HAD00FP: History of Art and Design

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

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VCU5001 12 Grade 12
VCU6002 12 VCU5001
PFP5001
VCU7003 18 VCU600)
PFP5001 12 Grade 12
PFP6002 12 PFP5001,
VCU5001
PFP7003 18 PFP6002
DRG5001 12 Grade 12
DRG6002 18 DRG5001
DGI5001 12 Grade 12
DDS5001 20 Grade 12
MMS5001 12 PFP5001
MMS6002 12 MMS5001
SDP6001 24 DGI5001
DDS5001
SDP7002 30 SDP6001
DSA5022 12 DGI5001
DDS5001
DSA6023 18 DSA5022
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17. BACCALAUREUS EDUCATION: (FET): SPECIALISATION

PROGRAMMES

17.1 BACCALAUREUS EDUCATIONIS: (FET): SPECIALISATION: COMPUTER

SCIENCE BWBESC
(No new first-year intake for the Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Computer Science
as from 2016.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 516
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND 3RD YEAR 4TH INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT10AS Education I 10
GSD10AS General Subject 15
Didactics I
RGL10AS Computer Literacy I 8
CTH10AS Computer 28
Applications
Technology I
CPS10AS Information 28
Technology I
PRE1A English Proficiency
and
PRE2B English Proficiency 9
Communication in Language X I:
CNX10AS Communication in 5
English I (Language
X)
Communication in Language Y I may be chosen from:
CAY10AS Communication in 3
Afrikaans I (Language
Y) or
CTY10AS Communication in 3
Setswana I (Language
Y) or
CXY10AS Communication in 3
isiXhosa I (Language
Y) or
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CHY10AS Communication in 3
Sesotho I (Language
Y) or
CZY10AS Communication in 3
isiZulu I (Language
Y)
One of the following optional instructional offerings:
WIS10AB Mathematics I 28
BWM10AS Web Management I 28
TEG10AS Technology I 28

1ST YEAR 2ND 3RD YEAR 4TH INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT20AS Education II 12
GSD20AS General Subject 20
Didactics II
SLO10AS Skills and Life 10
Orientation I
CPS20AS Information 35
Technology II
CTH20AS Computer Applications 35
Technology II
Communication in Language X II:
CNX20AS Communication in 6
English II (Language
X)
Communication in Language Y II may be chosen from:
CAY20AS Communication in 4
Afrikaans II (Language
Y) or
CTY20AS Communication in 4
Setswana II (Language
Y) or
CXY20AS Communication in 4
isiXhosa II (Language
Y) or
CHY20AS Communication in 4
Sesotho II (Language
Y) or
CZY20AS Communication in 4
isiZulu II (Language Y)
Optional: One of the following additional instructional offerings:
RGK20B Accounting II 35
B
WIS20AB Mathematics II 35
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT30AS Education III 12
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GSD30AS General Subject 25

Didactics III
EDX30ZS Practical Teaching III 0
EAC11AS Extramural Activity and 3
Coaching
IRM12AS Introduction to 4
Research
CPS30AS Information 45
Technology III
CTH30AS Computer Applications 45
Technology III

Communication in Language X III may be chosen from:

CAX30AS Communication in 6
Afrikaans III (Language
X) or
CNX30AS Communication in 6
English III (Language X)
or
CTX30AS Communication in 6
Setswana III (Language
X) or
CXX30AS Communication in 6
isiXhosa III (Language
X) or
CSX30AS Communication in 6
Sesotho III (Language X)
or
CZY30AS Communication in 6
isiZulu III (Language Y)
Optional: One of the following additional instructional offerings:
RGK30B Accounting III 45
B
WIS30AB Mathematics III 45

1ST YEAR 2ND 3RD 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EPT11AS Educational Practice 60
EDT40AS Education IV 30
GSD40AS General Subject 30
Didactics IV
Total: 516
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REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Baccalaureus Educationis Degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to the
selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A Further Education and Training (FET) Certificate/National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation
exemption at NQF level 4. If Mathematics is selected, Mathematics at NQF level 4, with a D-symbol on
higher grade or a C-symbol on standard grade, is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an NSC with
endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A candidate selecting Mathematics as a major
instructional offering must have passed either Mathematics with a minimum mark of 50%, or
Mathematical Literacy with a minimum mark of 70%. A pass in Information Technology is
recommended.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 15 weeks of work-integrated learning
in the first three years, plus six months of work-integrated learning in the final year, at an FET institution.

Compulsory instructional offerings

Information Technology I, II & III, and Computer Applications Technology I, II & III, are compulsory
instructional offerings.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that the
first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful completion of
two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional offering B.
A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in order to meet
the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means that the student must
re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and Communication
Studies programme.
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Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

Accounting II 35 Accounting I
Accounting III 45 Accounting II
Computer Applications Technology II 35 Computer Applications Technology I
Computer Applications Technology III 45 Computer Applications Technology II
Communication in Afrikaans III (Language X) 6 Communication in Afrikaans II
Communication in Afrikaans II 4 Communication in Afrikaans I
(Language Y)
Communication in Sesotho II 4 Communication in Sesotho I (Language Y)
Communication in English II (Language X) 6 Communication in English I (Language X)
Communication in English III (Language X) 6 Communication in English II
(Language X)
Communication in Sesotho III (Language X) 6 Communication in Sesotho II
Communication in Setswana II 4 Communication in Setswana I
(Language Y)
Communication in isiXhosa III (Language X) 6 Communication in isiXhosa II
Communication in isiXhosa II 4 Communication in isiXhosa I
(Language Y)
Communication in isiZulu II (Language Y) 4 Communication in isiZulu I (Language Y)
Communication in isiZulu III (Language Y) 6 Communication in isiZulu II (Language Y)
Education II 12 Education I
Education III 12 Education II
Education IV 30 Education III
Educational Practice 60 Teaching Practice III
General Subject Didactics II 20 General Subject Didactics I
General Subject Didactics III 25 General Subject Didactics II
General Subject Didactics IV 30 General Subject Didactics III
Information Technology II 35 Information Technology I
Information Technology III 45 Information Technology II
Mathematics II 35 Mathematics I
Mathematics III 45 Mathematics II

17.2 BACCALAUREUS EDUCATIONIS: (FET): SPECIALISATION: ECONOMIC

AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES BWBESE
(No new first-year intake for the Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Economic and
Management Sciences as from 2016.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 492
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings
 695

1ST YEAR 2ND 3RD 4TH INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT10AS Education I 10
GSD10AS General Subject 15
Didactics I
RGL10AS Computer Literacy I 8
PRE1A English Proficiency
and
PRE2B English Proficiency 9
Communication in Language X I:
CNX10AS Communication in 5
English I (Language
X)
Communication in Language Y I may be chosen from:
CAY10AS Communication in 3
Afrikaans I
(Language Y) or
CTY10AS Communication in 3
Setswana I
(Language Y) or
CXY10AS Communication in 3
isiXhosa I
(Language Y) or
CHY10AS Communication in 3
Sesotho I (Language
Y) or
CZY10AS Communication in 3
isiZulu I (Language
Y)
Optional instructional offerings (select any two):
RGK10BB Accounting I 28
EKN10ES Economics I 28
OND10AS Business 28
Management I
WIS10AB Mathematics I 28

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT20AS Education II 12
GSD20AS General Subject 20
Didactics II
SLO10AS Skills and Life 8
Orientation I
RGL21AS Computer Literacy II 6
Communication in Language X:
 696

CNX20AS Communication in 6
English II (Language
X)
Communication in Language Y II may be chosen from:
CAY20AS Communication in 4
Afrikaans II
(Language Y) or
CTY20AS Communication in 4
Setswana II
(Language Y) or
CXY20AS Communication in 4
isiXhosa II
(Language Y) or
CHY20AS Communication in 4
Sesotho II
(Language Y) or
CZY20AS Communication in 4
isiZulu II (Language
Y)
Optional instructional offerings (choose two):
EKN20CS Economics II 35
RGK20BB Accounting II 35
OND20AS Business 35
Management II
WIS20AB Mathematics II 35
CTH20AS Computer 35
Applications
Technology
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT30AS Education III 12
GSD30AS General Subject 25
Didactics III
EDX30ZS Practical Teaching 0
III
EAC11AS Extramural Activity 3
and Coaching
IRM12AS Introduction to 4
Research
Communication in Language X III may be chosen from:
CAX30AS Communication in 6
Afrikaans III
(Language X) or
CNX30AS Communication in 6
English III
(Language X) or
CTX30AS Communication in 6
Setswana III
(Language X) or
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CXX30AS Communication in 6
isiXhosa III
(Language X) or
CSX30AS Communication in 6
Sesotho III
(Language X)
CZY30AS Communication in 6
isiZulu III
(Language Y)
Optional instructional offerings (choose two):
EKN30BS Economics III 45
RGK30BB Accounting III 45
OND30AS Business 45
Management III
WIS30AB Mathematics III 45
CTH30AS Computer 45
Applications
Technology

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD 4TH INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EPT11AS Educational Practice 60
EDT40AS Education IV 30
GSD40AS General Subject 30
Didactics IV
Total: 492

REMARKS

This programme is based on the norms and standards for educators.

After successful completion of this qualification, a Baccalaureus Educationis Degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to
the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A Further Education and Training (FET) Certificate/National Senior Certificate (NSC) with
matriculation exemption. Grade 12 Accounting is a prerequisite. Mathematics at NQF level 4, with
at least a D-symbol on standard grade, is also required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an NSC
with endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A candidate selecting Mathematics as a major
instructional offering must have passed either Mathematics with a minimum mark of 50%, or
 698

Mathematical Literacy with a minimum mark of 70%. A minimum mark of 50% in Accounting is
required, irrespective of whether or not the candidate continues with Accounting after year one.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 15 weeks of work-integrated
learning in the first three years, plus six months of work-integrated learning in the final year, at an
FET institution.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that the
first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful completion
of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional offering
B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in order to
meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means that the
student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

Accounting II 35 Accounting I
Accounting III 45 Accounting II
Business Management II 35 Business Management III
Business Management III 45 Business Management II
Computer Applications Technology II 35 Computer Applications Technology I
Computer Applications Technology III 45 Computer Applications Technology II
Communication in Afrikaans III (Language X) 6 Communication in Afrikaans II
Communication in Afrikaans II 4 Communication in Afrikaans I
(Language Y)
Communication in Sesotho II 4 Communication in Sesotho I (Language
Y)
Communication in English II (Language X) 6 Communication in English I (Language
X)
Communication in English III (Language X) 6 Communication in English II
(Language X)
Communication in Sesotho III (Language X) 6 Communication in Sesotho II
Communication in Setswana II 4 Communication in Setswana I
(Language Y)
Communication in isiXhosa III (Language X) 6 Communication in isiXhosa II
Communication in isiXhosa II 4 Communication in isiXhosa I
(Language Y)
Communication in isiZulu II (Language Y) 4 Communication in isiZulu I (Language
Y)
 699

Communication in isiZulu III (Language Y) 6 Communication in isiZulu II (Language

Y)
Economics II 35 Economics I
Economics III 45 Economics II
Education II 12 Education I
Education III 12 Education II
Education IV 30 Education III
Educational Practice 60 Teaching Practice III
General Subject Didactics II 20 General Subject Didactics I
General Subject Didactics III 25 General Subject Didactics II
General Subject Didactics IV 30 General Subject Didactics III
Mathematics II 35 Mathematics I
Mathematics III 45 Mathematics II

17.3 BACCALAUREUS EDUCATIONIS: (FET): SPECIALISATION: LANGUAGES

BWBESL
(No new first-year intake for the Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Languages as
from 2016.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 555
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND 3RD 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT10AS Education I 10
GSD10AS General Subject 15
Didactics I
RGL10AS Computer Literacy I 8
CNX10AS Communication in 5
English I (Language
X)
PRE1A English Proficiency
and
PRE2B English Proficiency 9
Communication in Language Y I may be chosen from:
CAY10AS Communication in 3
Afrikaans I
(Language Y) or
 700

CHY10AS Communication in 3
Sesotho I (Language
Y) or
CTY10AS Communication in 3
Setswana I
(Language Y) or
CXY10AS Communication in 3
isiXhosa I
(Language Y)
Compulsory instructional offering:
LAX10AB English I 28
Optional instructional offerings:
Any language may be chosen from:
TAL10AB Afrikaans I or 28
STX10AB Sesotho I or 28
TWA10AS Setswana I or 28
XHO10BS isiXhosa I 28
A special language may be chosen from:
TAY10AB Afrikaans I Special 28
or
SHY10AB Sesotho I Special or 28
TWY10AB Setswana I Special 28
or
XHY10AB isiXhosa I Special 28

1ST 2ND YEAR 3RD 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT20AS Education II 12
GSD20AS General Subject 20
Didactics II
SLO10AS Skills and Life 8
Orientation I
CNX20AS Communication in 6
English II (Language
X)
Communication in Language Y II:
CAX20AS Communication in 4
Afrikaans II
(Language Y) or
CHY20AS Communication in 4
Sesotho II
(Language Y) or
CTY20AS Communication in 4
Setswana II
(Language Y) or
 701

CXY20AS Communication in 4
isiXhosa II
(Language Y)
Compulsory instructional offering:
LAX20AB English II 35
Optional instructional offering:

Any language may be chosen from:

TAL20AB Afrikaans II or 35
STX20AB Sesotho II or 35
TWA20AS Setswana II or 35
XHO20BS isiXhosa II (Language 35
X)
A special language may be chosen from:
TAY20AB Afrikaans II Special 35
or
SHY20AB Sesotho II Special or 35
TWY20AB Setswana II Special or 35
XHY20AB isiXhosa II Special 35
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT30AS Education III 12
GSD30AS General Subject 25
Didactics III
EDX30ZS Practical Teaching III 0
EAC11AS Extramural Activity 3
and Coaching
IRM12AS Introduction to 4
Research
CNX30AS Communication in 6
English III (Language
X)
Communication in Language Y III may be chosen from:
CAX30AS Communication in 6
Afrikaans III
(Language Y) or
CSX30AS Communication in 6
Sesotho III (Language
Y) or
CTX30AS Communication in 6
Setswana III
(Language Y) or
CXX30AS Communication in 6
isiXhosa III
(Language Y)

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
 702

Compulsory instructional offering:

LAX30AB English III 45
Optional instructional offering:
Any language may be chosen from:
TAL30AB Afrikaans III or 45
STX30AB Sesotho III or 45
TWA30AS Setswana III or 45
XHO30BS isiXhosa III 45
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EPT11AS Educational Practice 60
EDT40AS Education IV 30
GSD40AS General Subject 30
Didactics IV
Total: 555

REMARKS

The programme is based on the norms and standards for educators.

After successful completion of this qualification, a Baccalaureus Educationis Degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to
the selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A Further Education and Training (FET) Certificate/National Senior Certificate (NSC) with
matriculation exemption. In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark of
50% in English and any one of Sesotho, Afrikaans, Setswana or isiXhosa is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an NSC
with endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A minimum mark of 50% in English, as
well as in any one of Sesotho, Afrikaans, Setswana or isiXhosa, is required.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 15 weeks of work-integrated
learning in the first three years, plus six months of work-integrated learning in the final year, at an
FET institution.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that the
first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.
 703

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful completion
of two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional

offering B. A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in
order to meet the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means
that the student must re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and
Communication Studies programme.
Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

Afrikaans II 35 Afrikaans I
Afrikaans II Special 35 Afrikaans I Special
Communication in Afrikaans III (Language X) 6 Communication in Afrikaans II
Communication in Afrikaans II 4 Communication in Afrikaans I
(Language Y)
Communication in Sesotho II 4 Communication in Sesotho I (Language
Y)
Communication in English II (Language X) 6 Communication in English I (Language
X)
Communication in English III (Language X) 6 Communication in English II
(Language X)
Communication in Sesotho III (Language X) 6 Communication in Sesotho II
Communication in Setswana II 4 Communication in Setswana I
(Language Y)
Communication in Setswana III (Language X) 4 Communication in Setswana II
Communication in isiXhosa III (Language X) 6 Communication in isiXhosa II
Communication in isiXhosa II 4 Communication in isiXhosa I
(Language Y)
Education II 12 Education I
Education III 12 Education II
Education IV 30 Education III
Educational Practice 60 Teaching Practice III
English II 35 English I
English III (Language X) 6 English II
General Subject Didactics II 20 General Subject Didactics I
General Subject Didactics III 25 General Subject Didactics II
General Subject Didactics IV 30 General Subject Didactics III
isiXhosa II 35 isiXhosa I
isiXhosa III 45 isiXhosa II
isiXhosa II Special 35 isiXhosa I Special
Sesotho II 35 Sesotho I
Sesotho III 45 Sesotho II
Sesotho II Special 35 Sesotho I (Special)
Setswana II 35 Setswana I
Setswana III 45 Setswana II
Setswana II Special 35 Setswana I Special
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17.4 BACCALAUREUS EDUCATIONIS: (FET): SPECIALISATION: NATURAL

SCIENCES BWBESN
(No new first-year intake for the Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Natural Sciences
as from 2016.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 514
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT10AS Education I 10
GSD10AS General Subject 15
Didactics I
RGL10AS Computer Literacy I 8
WIS10AB Mathematics I 28
PRE1A English Proficiency
and
PRE2B English Proficiency 9
Communication in Language X I:
CNX10AS Communication in 5
English I (Language X)
Communication in Language Y I may be chosen from:
CAY10AS Communication in 3
Afrikaans I (Language
Y) or
CTY10AS Communication in 3
Setswana I (Language
Y) or
CXY10AS Communication in 3
isiXhosa I (Language
Y) or
CHY10AS Communication in 3
Sesotho I (Language Y)
or
CZY10AS Communication in 3
isiZulu I (Language Y)
Optional instructional offerings:
Two of the following instructional offerings:
BLE10AS Biology (Education) I 28
PED10AB Physics (Education) I 28
 705

CME10A Chemistry (Education) I 28

S

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT20AS Education II 12
GSD20AS General Subject 20
Didactics II
SLO10AS Skills and Life 8
Orientation I
Communication in Language X II:
CNX20AS Communication in 6
English II (Language
X)
Communication in Language Y II may be chosen from:
CAY20AS Communication in 4
Afrikaans II (Language
Y) or
CTY20AS Communication in 4
Setswana II (Language
Y) or
CXY20AS Communication in 4
isiXhosa II (Language
Y) or
CHY20AS Communication in 4
Sesotho II (Language
Y) or
CZY20AS Communication in 4
isiZulu II (Language Y)
Optional instructional offerings:
Two of the following instructional offerings:
BLE20AS Biology (Education) II 35
WIS20AB Mathematics 35
(Education) II
PED20AB Physics (Education) II 35
CME20AS Chemistry (Education) 35
II
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT30AS Education III 12
GSD30AS General Subject 25
Didactics III
EDX30ZS Practical Teaching III 0
EAC11AS Extramural Activity and 3
Coaching
IRM12AS Introduction to 4
Research
Communication in Language X III may be chosen from:
 706

CAX30AS Communication in 6
Afrikaans III (Language
X) or
CNX30AS Communication in 6
English III (Language
X) or
CTX30AS Communication in 6
Setswana III (Language
X) or
CXX30AS Communication in 6
isiXhosa III (Language
X) or
CSX30AS Communication in 6
Sesotho III (Language
X) or
CZY30AS Communication in 6
isiZulu III (Language
X)
Two of the following optional instructional offerings:
BLE30AS Biology (Education) III 45
WIS30AB Mathematics 45
(Education) III
PED30AB Physics (Education) III 45
CME30AS Chemistry (Education) 45
III

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EPT11AS Educational Practice 60
EDT40AS Education IV 30
GSD40AS General Subject 30
Didactics IV
Total: 514

REMARKS

This programme is based on the norms and standards for educators.

After successful completion of this qualification, a Baccalaureus Educationis Degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to the
selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

 707

A Further Education and Training (FET) Certificate/National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation
exemption. Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physical Sciences at NQF level 4 are prerequisites. A
C-symbol on standard grade or an E-symbol on higher grade in Mathematics is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an NSC with
endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree.

A candidate selecting Physical Sciences and/or Chemistry as major instructional offering(s) must have
passed Physical Sciences with a minimum mark of 50%. A candidate selecting Mathematics as a major
instructional offering must have passed Mathematics with a minimum mark of 50%.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 15 weeks of work-integrated learning
in the first three years, plus six months of work-integrated learning in the final year, at an FET institution.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that the
first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful completion of
two instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional offering B.
A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in order to meet
the prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means that the student must
re-register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and Communication
Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

Biology (Education) II 35 Biology (Education) I

Biology (Education) III 45 Biology (Education) II
Chemistry (Education) II 35 Chemistry (Education) I
Chemistry (Education) III 45 Chemistry (Education) II
Communication in Afrikaans III (Language X) 6 Communication in Afrikaans II
Communication in Afrikaans II 4 Communication in Afrikaans I
(Language Y)
Communication in Sesotho II 4 Communication in Sesotho I (Language Y)
Communication in English II (Language X) 6 Communication in English I (Language X)
Communication in English III (Language X) 6 Communication in English II
(Language X)
Communication in Sesotho III (Language X) 6 Communication in Sesotho II
Communication in Setswana II Communication in Setswana I
(Language Y)
Communication in Setswana III (Language X) Communication in Setswana II
 708

Communication in isiXhosa III (Language X) 6 Communication in isiXhosa II

Communication in isiXhosa II 4 Communication in isiXhosa I
(Language Y)
Communication in isiZulu II (Language Y) 4 Communication in isiZulu I (Language Y)
Communication in isiZulu III (Language Y) 6 Communication in isiZulu II (Language Y)
Education II 12 Education I
Education III 12 Education II
Education IV 30 Education III
Educational Practice 60 Teaching Practice III
General Subject Didactics II 20 General Subject Didactics I
General Subject Didactics III 25 General Subject Didactics II
General Subject Didactics IV 30 General Subject Didactics III
Mathematics II 35 Mathematics I
Mathematics III 45 Mathematics II
Physics (Education) II 35 Physics (Education) I
Physics (Education) III 45 Physics (Education) II

17.5 BACCALAUREUS EDUCATIONIS: (FET): SPECIALISATION:

TECHNOLOGY BWBEST
(No new first-year intake for the Baccalaureus Educationis: (FET): Technology as
from 2016.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 514
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT10AS Education I 10
GSD10AS General Subject 15
Didactics I
RGL10AS Computer Literacy I 8
TEG10AS Technology I 28
TAA10AS General Technology I 28
GRA10A Graphics and Design I 28
B
PRE1A English Proficiency
and
PRE2B English Proficiency 9
Communication in Language X I:
 709

CNX10AS Communication in 5
English I (Language X)
Communication in Language Y I may be chosen from:
CAY10AS Communication in 3
Afrikaans I (Language
Y) or
CTY10AS Communication in 3
Setswana I (Language
Y) or
CXY10AS Communication in 3
isiXhosa I (Language
Y) or
CHY10AS Communication in 3
Sesotho I (Language Y)
or
CZY10AS Communication in 3
isiZulu I (Language Y)
Optional instructional offering:
WIS10AB Mathematics I 28
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT20AS Education II 12
GSD20AS General Subject 20
Didactics II
SLO10AS Skills and Life 8
Orientation I
EDX20ZS Teaching Practice 0
Optional instructional offerings (select two of the following):
TEG20AS Technology II or 35
TAM20AS Mechanical Technology 35
II or
TAE20AS Electrical Technology 35
II or
TAS20AS Civil Technology II or 35
GRA20AB Graphics II or 35
WIS20AB Mathematics II 35

1ST 2ND YEAR 3RD YEAR 4TH YEARINSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

YEAR OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
Communication in Language X II:
CNX20AS Communication in 6
English II (Language
X)
Communication in Language Y II may be chosen from:
CAY20AS Communication in 4
Afrikaans II (Language
Y) or
 710

CTY20AS Communication in 4
Setswana II (Language
Y) or
CXY20AS Communication in 4
isiXhosa II (Language
Y) or
CHY20AS Communication in 4
Sesotho II (Language
Y) or
CZY20AS Communication in 4
isiZulu II (Language Y)
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EDT30AS Education III 12
GSD30AS General Subject 25
Didactics III
EDX30ZS Practical Teaching III 0
EAC11AS Extramural Activity and 3
Coaching
IRM12AS Introduction to 4
Research
Communication in Language X III may be chosen from:
CAX30AS Communication in 6
Afrikaans III (Language
X) or
CNX30AS Communication in 6
English III (Language
X) or
CTX30AS Communication in 6
Setswana III (Language
X) or
CXX30AS Communication in 6
isiXhosa III (Language
X) or
CSX30AS Communication in 6
Sesotho III (Language
X) or
CZY30AS Communication in 6
isiZulu III (Language
X)
Optional instructional offerings (select two of the following):
TEG30AS Technology III or 45
TAM30AS Mechanical Technology 45
III or
TAE30AS Electrical Technology 45
III or
TAS30AS Civil Technology III or 45
WIS30AB Mathematics III or 45
GRA30AB Graphics III 45
Compulsory instructional offerings:
EPT11AS Educational Practice 60
 711

EDT40AS Education IV 30
GSD40AS General Subject 30
Didactics IV
Total: 514

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Baccalaureus Educationis Degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.
Applicants in possession of the National Certificate Vocational (NCV) will be selected according to the
selection requirements as approved by Senate.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A Further Education and Training (FET) Certificate/National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation
exemption. If Mathematics is selected, Mathematics at NQF level 4, with a D-symbol on higher grade or
C-symbol on standard grade, is required. Technical Drawing at NQF level 4 is recommended.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an NSC with
endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A candidate selecting Mathematics as a major
instructional offering must have passed either Mathematics with a minimum mark of 50%, or Mathematical
Literacy with a minimum mark of 70%. Engineering Graphics and Design is recommended.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 15 weeks of work-integrated learning in
the first three years, plus six months of work-integrated learning in the final year, at an FET institution.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that the
first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

The Academic Literacy and Communication Studies programme requires the successful completion of two
instructional offerings, A and B, in this specific order.

A distinction (75% or more) in instructional offering A ensures exemption from instructional offering B.
A pass (without distinction) means that the student must pass instructional offering B in order to meet the
prerequisite for the learning programme. Failing instructional offering A means that the student must re-
register for instructional offering A in a subsequent semester.

No student will be allowed to graduate without completing the Academic Literacy and Communication
Studies programme.

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

Civil Technology II 35 General Technology I

 712

Communication in Afrikaans III (Language X) 6 Communication in Afrikaans II

Communication in Afrikaans II 4 Communication in Afrikaans I
(Language Y)
Communication in Sesotho II 4 Communication in Sesotho I (Language Y)
Communication in English II (Language X) 6 Communication in English I (Language X)
Communication in English III (Language X) 6 Communication in English II
(Language X)
Communication in Sesotho III (Language X) 6 Communication in Sesotho II
Communication in Setswana II Communication in Setswana I
(Language Y)
Communication in Setswana III (Language X) 6 Communication in Setswana II
Communication in isiXhosa III (Language X) 6 Communication in isiXhosa II
Communication in isiXhosa II 4 Communication in isiXhosa I
(Language Y)
Communication in isiZulu II (Language Y) 4 Communication in isiZulu I
(Language Y)
Communication in isiZulu III (Language Y) 6 Communication in isiZulu II
(Language Y)
Education II 12 Education I
Education III 12 Education II
Education IV 30 Education III
Educational Practice 60 Teaching Practice III
Electrical Technology II 35 General Technology I
Electrical Technology III 45 Electrical Technology II
General Subject Didactics II 20 General Subject Didactics I
General Subject Didactics III 25 General Subject Didactics II
General Subject Didactics IV 30 General Subject Didactics III
General Technology I 28 Design and Technology I
Graphics II 35 Graphics I
Graphics III 45 Graphics II
Mathematics II 35 Mathematics I
Mathematics III 45 Mathematics II
Mechanical Technology II 35 General Technology I
Mechanical Technology III 45 Mechanical Technology II
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18. BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN SENIOR PHASE AND FET TEACHING

PROGRAMMES

18.1 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN FOUNDATION PHASE TEACHING

BEDFPT

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 535
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years full time
Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT11EF Micro-teaching and Observation I 6 0.045
EDC11EF Education I: Learner and Learning 19 0.142
EDM11EF Education I: Media in Teaching and 12 0.090
Learning
LCS5011 Academic Literacy and 12 0.090
Communication Studies
LFS11EF Life Skills I 10 0.075
MTH11EF Foundation Phase Mathematics1 12 0.090
EHS11EF English First Additional 1 6 0.045
GRF11EF Grade R and Foundation Phase 6
Studies I
Select ONE Home language
AFS11EF Home Language I: Afrikaans 6 0.045
SWS11EF Home Language I: Setswana 6 0.045
SST11EF Home Language I: Sesotho 6 0.045
ZLF11EF Home Language I: isiZulu 6 0.045
XSH11EF Home Language I: isiXhosa 6 0.045

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Select ONE language of Conversation (that is not a home language):
CAY12EF Language of Conversation I: 12 0.090
Afrikaans or
CTY12EF Language of Conversation I: 12 0.090
Setswana or
 714

CXY12EF Language of Conversation I: 12 0.090

isiXhosa or
CHY12EF Language of Conversation I: 12 0.090
Sesotho or
CZY12EF Language of Conversation I: isiZulu 12 0.090
Or
CNX12EF Language of Conversation I: 12 0.090
English

ADC5022 Digital Literacy 12 0.090

SBX12EF School Based Learning 12 0.090
LCS5022 Academic Literacy and 12 0.10
Communication Studies
Total: 137 0.9

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
LNG11EF Language of Teaching and Learning 12 0.090
I
MCT21EF Micro-teaching II 6 0.045
LSM11EF Specific Subject Methodology : Life 6 0.045
Skills I
EDC21EF Education II: Working in the 19 0.142
Classroom
EDM21EF Education II: Curriculum Studies 19 0.142
LFS21EF Life Skills II 10 0.075
GRF21EF Grade R and Foundation Phase 6 0.045
Studies II
MTH21EF Foundation Phase Mathematics II 12 0.090
EHS21EF English First Additional II 6 0.045

Select ONE Home language

AFS21EF Home Language II: Afrikaans 6 0.045
SWS21EF Home Language II: Setswana 6 0.045
SST21EF Home Language II: Sesotho 6 0.045
ZLF21EF Home Language II: isiZulu 6 0.045
XSH21EF Home Language II: isiXhosa 6 0.045

Select ONE Language of Conversation (that is not a home language)

CAY21EF Language of Conversation II: 12 0.090
Afrikaans or
CTY21EF Language of Conversation II: 12 0.090
Setswana or
CXY21EF Language of Conversation II: 12 0.090
isiXhosa or
 715

CHY21EF Language of Conversation II: 12 0.090

Sesotho or
CZY21EF Language of Conversation II: 12 0.090
isiZulu or
CNX21EF Language of Conversation II: 12 0.090
English

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
SBX22EF School-based Learning II 24 0.179
LNG22EF Language of Learning and Teaching 12 0.090
II
MFM22EF Specific Subject Methodology: 6 0.045
Mathematics I
LPM22Ef Specific Subject Methodology : 12 0.090
Practices

Total: 164 1.5

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT31EF Micro-teaching III 6 0.045
LSM31ES Specific Subject Methodology : Life 10 0.075
Skills II
EDC31EF Education III: Being a Teacher 19 0.142
EDM31EF Education II: Learner-Centered 19 0.142
Schools
LFS31EF Life Skills III 10 0.075
GRF31EF Grade R and Foundation Phase 6 0.045
Studies II
MTH31EF Foundation Phase Mathematics III 12 0.090
EHS31EF English First Additional III 6 0.045
LEB31EF Learning Barriers 12 0.090

Select ONE Home language

AFS31EF Home Languages III: Afrikaans 6 0.045
SWS31EF Home Languages III: Setswana 6 0.045
SST31EF Home Languages III: Sesotho 6 0.045
ZLF31EF Home Languages III: isiZulu 6 0.045
XSH31EF Home Languages III: isiXhosa 6 0.045

Select ONE Language of Conversation (that is not a home language)

 716

CAY31EF Language of Conversation III: 12 0.090

Afrikaans or
CTY31EF Language of Conversation III: 12 0.090
Setswana or
CXY31EF Language of Conversation III: 12 0.090
isiXhosa or
CHY31EF Language of Conversation III: 12 0.090
Sesotho or
CZY31EF Language of Conversation III: 12 0.090
isiZulu or
CNX31EF Language of Conversation III: 12 0.090
English

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
SBX32EF School-based Learning III 24 0.179
MFM32EF Specific Subject Methodology : 6 0.045
Mathematics II
LPM32EF Specific Subject Methodology : Lit 12 0.090
Practice II

Total: 164 1.1

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
EDC41EF Education IV: School 19 0.142
Administration
IER41EF Introduction to Classroom Research 25 0.187
LSM41EF Specific Subject Methodology : Life 6 0.045
Skills III
MTM41EF Specific Subject Methodology : 12 0.090
Mathematics III
SBX42ES School-based Learning IV24 24 0.179
LPM42EF Specific Subject Methodology : Lit 12 0.090
Practice III
Total: 92 0.68785
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REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Bachelor of Education in Foundation Teaching

Degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation exemption and two languages, including
English Second Language. In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark
of 50% in English and any one of Sesotho, Afrikaans, Setswana, isiXhosa or isiZulu is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a candidate must be in possession of an NSC
with endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A minimum mark of 50% in English and
in any one of Sesotho, Afrikaans, Setswana, isiXhosa or isiZulu is required.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 21 weeks of work-integrated
learning.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that the
first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

Instructional offerings Credi Prerequisite instructional offerings

ts

LNG11EF 12
MCT21EF 6 MCT11EF
LSM11EF 6
EDC21EF 19 EDC11EF
EDM21EF 19 EDM11EF 2
LFS21EF 10 LFS11EF =
GRF21EF 6
MTH21EF 12 MTH11EF
EHS21EF 6 EHS11EF

AFS21EF 6 AFS11EF
SWS21EF 6 SWS11EF
SST21EF 6 SST11EF
ZLF21EF 6 ZLF11EF
XSH21EF 6 XSH11EF

CAY21EF 12 CAY12EF
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CTY21EF 12 CTY12EF
CXY21EF 12 CXY12EF
CHY21EF 12 CHY12EF
CZY21EF 12 CZY12EF
CNX21EF 12 CNX12EF
SBX22EF 24 SBX12EF
LNG22EF 12 LNG11EF
MFM22EF 6
LPM22Ef 12
SBX22EF 24 SBX12EF
MFM32EF 6 MFM22EF I
LPM32EF 12
MCT31EF 6 MCT21EF
LSM31ES 10 LSM11EF
EDC31EF 19 EDC21EF
EDM31EF 19 EDM21EF
LFS31EF 10 LFS21EF
GRF21EF 6 GRF11EF
MTH31EF 12 MTH21EF
EHS31EF 6 EHS21EF
LEB31EF 12
AFS31EF 6 AFS21EF
SWS31EF 6 SWS21EF
SST31EF 6 SST21EF
ZLF31EF 6 ZLF21EF
XSH31EF 6 XSH21EF
CAY31EF or 12 CAY21EF or
CTY31EF or 12 CTY21EF or
CXY31EF or 12 CXY21EF or
CHY31EF or 12 CHY21EF or
CZY31EF or 12 CZY21EF or
CNX31EF 12 CNX21EF
SBX32EF 24 SBX22EF
MFM32EF 6 MFM22EF I
LPM32EF 12
EDC41EF 19
IER41EF 25
LSM41EF 6 LSM31ES
MTH41EF 12 MFM32EF II
SBX42ES 24 SBX32EF
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18.2 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN SENIOR PHASE (SP) AND FET TEACHING:

SPECIALISATION: COMPUTER SCIENCE BEDSFC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 535
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years full time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT11ES Micro-teaching and Observation 6 0.05
EDC11ES Education I: Learner and Learning 12 0.10
EDM11ES Education I: Media in Teaching and 19 0.16
Learning
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.05
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.05
LFS11ES Life Skills 6 0.05
Select ONE major for SP Teaching:
MTH11ES Mathematics SP1 16 0.14
TCG11ES Technology SP1 16 0.14
Compulsory modules:
LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 12 0.10
Communication Studies
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6 0.05
SBX12ES School-based Learning I 12 0.10
Select TWO majors for FET teaching:
ITT12ES Information Technology I 16 0.14
CMP12ES Computer Applications Technology 16 0.14
I
MTC12ES Mathematics FET I 16 0.14
Select ONE language that is not a home language:
CAY12ES Communication in Afrikaans 12 0.10
Second Language or
CTY12ES Communication in Setswana 12 0.10
Second Language or
CXY12ES Communication in isiXhosa Second 12 0.10
Language or
CHY12ES Communication in Sesotho Second 12 0.10
Language or
CZY12ES Communication in isiZulu Second 12 0.10
Language
 720

or
CNX12ES Communication in English Second 12 0.10
Language
Total: 145 2.01

2ND YEAR
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
LNG11ES Language of Teaching and Learning 12 0.10
I
MCT21ES Micro-teaching II 6 0.05
EDC21ES Education II: Working in 19 0.16
Classrooms
EDM21ES Education II: Curriculum Studies 19 0.16
GSM11ES General Subject Methodology I 6 0.05
Select ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A – SP I):
MTS21ES Mathematics Methodology SP I 6 0.05
TCM11ES Technology Methodology SP I 6 0.05
Select ONE major for SP teaching:
MTH21ES Mathematics SP II 16 0.14
TCG21ES Technology SP II 16 0.14
Compulsory modules:
SBX22ES School-based Learning II 24 0.20
LNG22ES Language of Learning and Teaching 12 0.10
II
Select TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies FET I):
IFM22ES Information Technology 6 0.05
Methodology FET I
CTM22ES Computer Applications Technology 6 0.05
Methodology FET I
MIM22ES Mathematics Methodology FET I 6 0.05
Select TWO majors for FET II:
ITT22ES Information Technology FET II 16 0.14
CMP22ES Computer Applications Technology 16 0.14
FET II
MTC22ES Mathematics FET II 16 0.14
Total: 164 1.72

3RD YEAR
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT31ES Micro-teaching III 6 0.05
EDC31ES Education III: Being a Teacher 19 0.16
EDM31ES Education III: Learner-centred 19 0.16
Schools
 721

GSM21ES General Subject Methodology II 6 0.05

Select ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A for SP II):
MTS31ES Mathematics Methodology SP II 6 0.05
TCM21ES Technology Methodology SP II 6 0.05
Select ONE major for SP teaching:
MTH31ES Mathematics SP III 16 0.14
TCG31ES Technology SP III 16 0.14
Compulsory module:
SBX32ES School-based Learning III 24 0.20
Select TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies FET II):
IFM32ES Information Technology 6 0.05
Methodology FET II
CTM32ES Computer Applications Technology 6 0.05
Methodology FET II
MIM32ES Mathematics Methodology FET II 6 0.05
Two FET majors for FET II:
ITT32ES Information Technology FET III 16 0.14
CMP32ES Computer Applications Technology 16 0.14
FET III
MTC32ES Mathematics FET III 16 0.14
Total: 140 1.57

4TH YEAR
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
EDC41ES Education IV: School 19 0.16
Administration
IER41ES Introduction to Research 25 0.21
Select ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology SP):
MTS41ES Mathematics Methodology SP III 6 0.05
TCM31ES Technology Methodology SP III 6 0.05
Compulsory module:
SBX42ES School-based Learning IV 24 0.10
Select TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodology III):
IFM42ES Information Technology 6 0.05
Methodology FET III
CTM42ES Computer Applications Technology 6 0.05
Methodology FET III
MIM42ES Mathematics Methodology FET III 6 0.05
Total: 86 0.72

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Bachelor of Education Degree will be

awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.
 722

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of a
National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation exemption. Mathematics at NQF level 4,
with a
C-symbol on SG or a D-Symbol on HG, is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an
NSC with endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A pass in Mathematics with a
minimum mark of 50% is required. A pass in Information Technology is recommended.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 21 weeks of work-integrated
learning.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that
the first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

ADC5022 6 DLC5011
CPM22ES 16 CMP12ES
CPM32ES 16 CMP22ES
CTM22ES 6 CMP12ES

CTM32ES 6 CMP12ES
& CMP22ES
CMP32ES 6 CMP22ES
& CTM32ES
EDC21ES 19 EDC11ES
EDC31ES 19 EDC21ES
EDC41ES 19 EDC31ES
EDM21ES 19 EDM11ES
EDM31ES 19 EDM21ES
GSM21ES 6 GSM11ES
ITT22ES 16 ITT12ES
ITT32ES 16 ITT22ES
IFM22ES 6 ITT12ES
IFM32ES 6 ITT22ES &
IFM22ES
IFM42ES 6 ITT22ES
LNG22ES 12 LNG11ES &
IFM32ES
MTC22ES 16 MTC12ES
 723

16 MTC22ES
MIM22ES 6 MTC12ES
MIM32ES 6 MTC22ES &
MTC12ES
MTS41ES 6 MTC32ES & MTC22ES
MTS21ES 6 MTH11ES
MTS31ES 6 MTH21ES &
MTH11ES
MTS41ES 6 MTH31ES & MTS31ES
MTH31ES 16 MTH21ES
MTH21ES 16 MTH11ES
MCT21ES 6 MCT11ES
MCT31ES 6 MCT21ES
SBX22ES 24 SBX12ES
SBX32ES 24 SBX22ES
SBX42ES 24 SBX32ES
TCG21ES 16 TCG11ES
TCG31ES 16 TCG21ES
TCM11ES 6 TCG11ES
TCM21ES 6 TCM11ES &
TCG21ES
MTS41ES 6 TCG31ES &
TCM21ES

18.3 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN SENIOR PHASE (SP) AND FET TEACHING:

SPECIALISATION: ECONOMIC AND MANAGEMENT SCIENCES BEDSFE

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 535
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years full time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT11ES Micro-teaching and Observation 6 0.05
EDC11ES Education I: Learner and Learning 12 0.10
EDM11ES Education I: Media in Teaching and 19 0.16
Learning
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.05
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.05
LFS11ES Life Skills 6 0.05
 724

Compulsory major for SP Teaching I:

EMS11ES Economic and Management Sciences 16 0.14
Education Option: Economics SP 1
Compulsory modules:
LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 12 0.10
Communication Studies
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6 0.05
SBX12ES School-based Learning I 12 0.10
Select TWO majors for FET Teaching I:
ECS12ES Economic and Management Sciences 16 0.14
Education Option: Economics FET I
ACT12ES Economic and Management Sciences 16 0.14
Education Option: Accounting FET I
BMG12ES Economic and Management Sciences 16 0.14
Education Option: Business
Management FET I

1ST YEAR
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER 2
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1
Select ONE language that is not a home language:
CAY12ES Communication in Afrikaans 12 0.10
Second Language or
CTY12ES Communication in Setswana 12 0.10
Second Language or
CXY12ES Communication in isiXhosa Second 12 0.10
Language or
CHY12ES Communication in Sesotho Second 12 0.10
Language or
CZY12ES Communication in isiZulu Second 12 0.10
Language or
CNX12ES Communication in English Second 12 0.10
Language
Total: 145 1.23

2ND YEAR
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER 2
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1
Compulsory modules:
LNG11ES Language of Teaching and Learning 12 0.10
I
MCT21ES Micro-teaching II 6 0.05
EDC21ES Education II: Working in 19 0.16
Classrooms
EDM21ES Education II: Curriculum Studies 19 0.16
GSM11ES General Subject Methodology I 6 0.05
Compulsory instructional offering (Methodology EMS – SP I)::
 725

ESM21ES Economic and Management 6 0.05

Sciences Education Methodology
Option: EMS SP I
Compulsory major instructional offering for SP II:
ESM21ES Economic and Management 16 0.14
Sciences Education Option:
Economics SP II
Compulsory modules:
SBX22ES School-based Learning II 24 0.20
LNG22ES Language of Learning and Teaching 12 0.10
II
Select TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies C for FET I):
ECF22ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Methodology
Option: Economics FET I
ATF22ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Methodology
Option: Accounting FET I
BMF22ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Methodology
Option: Business Management FET
I
Select TWO majors for FET Teaching II:
ENM22ES Economic and Management 16 0.14
Sciences Education Option:
Economics II
ATM22ES Economic and Management 16 0.14
Sciences Education Option:
Accounting II
BMM22ES Economic and Management 16 0.14
Sciences Education Option:
Business Management II
Total: 164 1.39

3RD YEAR
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER 2
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1
Compulsory modules:
MCT31ES Micro-teaching III 6 0.05
EDC31ES Education III: Being a Teacher 19 0.16
EDM31ES Education III: Learner-centred 19 0.16
Schools
GSM21ES General Subject Methodology II 6 0.05
Compulsory specific instructional offering (Methodology A – SP II):
ESM31ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Methodology
Option: Economics SP II
Compulsory major SP Teaching III
 726

ESM31ES Economic and Management 16 0.14

Sciences Education Option:
Economics III
Compulsory module:
SBX32ES School-based Learning III 24 0.20
Select TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies A – FET II):
ECF32ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Methodology
Option: Economics FET II
ATF32ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Methodology
Option: Accounting FET II
BMF32ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Methodology
Option: Business Management FET
II
Select TWO majors for FET teaching III:
ENM32ES Economic and Management 16 0.14
Sciences Education Option:
Economics III
ATM32ES Economic and Management 16 0.14
Sciences Education Option:
Accounting III
BMM32ES Economic and Management 16 0.14
Sciences Education Option:
Business Management III
Total: 140 1.19

4TH YEAR
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER 2
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1
Compulsory modules:
EDC41ES Education IV: School 19 0.16
Administration
IER41ES Introduction to Classroom Research 25 0.21
Compulsory specific instructional offering (Methodology A for SP III):
ESM41ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Methodology
Option: Economics SP III
Compulsory module:
SBX42ES School-based Learning IV 24 0.20
Select TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodology B for FET III):
ECF42ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Option:
Economics FET III
ATF42ES Economic and Management 6 0.05
Sciences Education Option:
Accounting FET III
 727

BMF42ES Economic and Management 6 0.05

Sciences Education Option:
Business Management FET III
Total: 86 0.72

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Bachelor of Education Degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of a
National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation exemption. Grade 12 Accounting is a
prerequisite. Mathematics at NQF level 4, with at least a D-symbol on standard grade, is also
required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an NSC
with endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A candidate selecting Mathematics as a
major subject must have passed either Mathematics with a minimum mark of 50%, or
Mathematical Literacy with a minimum mark of 70%. A minimum mark of 50% in Accounting
is required, irrespective of whether or not the candidate continues with Accounting after year one.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 21 weeks of work-integrated
learning.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that the
first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

ADC5022 6 DLC5011
EDC 21 ES 19 EDC 11 ES
EDC 31 ES 19 EDC 21 ES
EDC 41 ES 19 EDC 31 ES
EDM 21 ES 19 EDM 11 ES
EDM 31 ES 19 EDM 21 ES
EDM 41 ES 19 EDM 31 ES
GSM 21 ES 6 GSM 11 ES
LNG 22 ES 12 LNG 11 ES
MCT 21 ES 6 MCT 11 ES
MCT 31 ES 6 MCT 21 ES
SBX 22 ES 24 SBX 12 ES
SBX 32 ES 24 SBX 22 ES
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SBX 42 ES 24 SBX 32 ES
ATF 22 ES 6ACT 12 ES
ATF 32 ES 6 ATF 22 ES
ATF 42 ES 6 ATF 32 ES & ATM 32 ES
ATM 22 ES 16 ACT 12 ES
ATM 32 ES 16 ATM 22 ES
BMF 22 ES 6 BMM 12 ES
BMF 32 ES 6 BMF 22 ES
BMF 42 ES 6 BMF 32 ES & BMM 32 ES
BMM 22 ES 16 BMM 12 ES
BMM 32 ES 16 BMM 22 ES
ECF 22 ES 6 ECS 12 ES
ECF 32 ES 6 ECF 22 ES
ECF 42 ES 6 ECF 32 ES & ENM 32 ES
ENM 22 ES 16 ECS 12 ES
ENM 32 ES 16 ENM 22 ES
ESM 21 ES 6 EMS 11 ES
ESM 31 ES 6 ESM 21 ES
ESM 41 ES 6 ESM 31 ES & EMS 31 ES
EMS 21 ES 16 EMS 11 ES
EMS 31 ES 16 EMS 21 ES

18.4 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN SENIOR PHASE (SP) AND FET TEACHING:

SPECIALISATION: LANGUAGE EDUCATION BEDSFL

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 535
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years full time
Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT11ES Micro-teaching and Observation 6 0.05
EDC11ES Education I: Learner and Learning 12 0.1
EDM11ES Education I: Media in Teaching 19 0.16
and Learning
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.05
LFS11ES Life Skills 6 0.05
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.05
Select ONE major instructional offering for SP Teaching I:
 729

EHS11ES Language Education Option: 16 0.14

English SP 1 or
AFS11ES Language Education Option: 16 0.14
Afrikaans SP I or
SST11ES Language Education Option: 16 0.14
Sesotho SP I or
SWS11ES Language Education Option: 16 0.14
Setswana SP I or
ZLS11ES Language Education Option: 16 0.14
isiZulu SP I or
XSH11ES Language Education Option: 16 0.14
isiXhosa SP I
Compulsory modules:
LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 12 0.1
Communication Studies
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6 0.05
SBX12ES School-based Learning I 12 0.1
Select TWO major instructional offerings for FET Teaching I:
EHM 12ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
English 1
AFM12ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Afrikaans 1
SWM12ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Setswana I
SSM12ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Sesotho I
ZLM12ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
isiZulu I
XSM12ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
isiXhosa I

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Select ONE language that is not a home language:
CAY12ES Communication in Afrikaans 12 0.1
Second Language or
CTY12ES Communication in Setswana 12 0.1
Second Language or
CXY12ES Communication in isiXhosa 12 0.1
Second Language or
CHY12ES Communication in Sesotho 12 0.1
Second Language or
CZY12ES Communication in isiZulu Second 12 0.1
Language
or
CNX12ES Communication in English Second 12 0.1
Language
Total: 145 1.23
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2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
LNG11ES Language of Teaching and 12 0.1
Learning I
MCT21ES Micro-teaching II 6 0.05
GSM11ES General Subject Methodology I 6 0.05
EDC21ES Education II: Working in the 19 0.16
Classroom
EDM21ES Education II: Curriculum Studies 19 0.16
Select ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A – SP I):
EHG21ES Specific Subject Methodology A – 6 0.05
Languages Education Option:
English SP I or
AFG21ES Specific Subject Methodology A – 6 0.05
Languages Education Option:
Afrikaans SP I or
SSG21ES Specific Subject Methodology A – 6 0.05
Languages Education Option:
Sesotho SP I or
SWG21ES Specific Subject Methodology A – 6 0.05
Languages Education Option:
Setswana SP I or
ZLG21ES Specific Subject Methodology A – 6 0.05
Languages Education Option:
isiZulu SP I or
XSG21ES Specific Subject Methodology A – 6 0.05
Languages Education Option:
isiXhosa SP I
Select ONE SP major option: Language SP II
EHS21ES Language Education Option: 16 0.14
English SP II
or
AFS21ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Afrikaans SP II or
SST21ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Sesotho SP II
or
SWS21ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Setswana SP II or
ZLS21ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
isiZulu SP II
or
XSH21ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
isiXhosa SP II
Compulsory modules:
SBX22ES School-based Learning II 24 0.2
 731

LNG22ES Language of Learning and 12 0.1

Teaching II

2ND YEAR
INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Select TWO FET-specific instructional offerings (Methodologies I):
ENF22ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: English
FET I
AFF22ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: Afrikaans
FET I
SSF22ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: Sesotho
FET I
SWF22ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: Setswana
FET I
ZLF22ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: isiZulu FET
I
XHF22ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: isiXhosa
FET I
Select TWO major instructional offerings for FET Teaching II:
EHM22ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
English II
AFM22ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Afrikaans II
SSM22ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Sesotho II
SWM22ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Setswana II
ZLM22ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
isiZulu II
XSM22ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
isiXhosa II
Total: 164 1.39

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT31ES Micro-teaching III 6 0.05
EDC31ES Education III: Being a Teacher 19 0.16
EDM31ES Education III: Learner-centred 19 0.16
Schools
 732

GSM21ES General Subject Methodology II 6 0.05

Select ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A – SP II):
EHG31ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: English SP
II or
AFG31ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: Afrikaans
SP II or
SSG31ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: Sesotho SP
II or
SWG31ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: Setswana
SP II or
ZLG31ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: isiZulu SP II
or
XSG31ES Languages Education 6 0.05
Methodology Option: isiXhosa SP
II

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Select ONE SP major option: Language SP III
EHS31ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
English SP III or
AFS31ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Afrikaans SP III or
SST31ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Sesotho SP III or
SWS31ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Setswana SP III or
ZLS31ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
isiZulu SP III
or
XSH31ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
isiXhosa SP III
Compulsory module:
SBX32ES School-based Learning III 24 0.20
Select TWO FET-specific instructional offerings (Methodologies A – FET II):
ENF32ES Languages Education Option: 6 0.05
Subject-specific Methodology
English FET II
AFF32ES Languages Education Option: 6 0.05
Subject-specific Methodology
Afrikaans FET II
 733

SSF32ES Languages Education Option: 6 0.05

Subject-specific Methodology
Sesotho FET II
SWF32ES Languages Education Option: 6 0.05
Subject-specific Methodology
Setswana FET II
ZLF32ES Languages Education Option: 6 0.05
Subject-specific Methodology
isiZulu FET II
XHF32ES Languages Education Option: 6 0.05
Subject-specific Methodology
isiXhosa FET II
Select TWO major instructional offerings for FET Teaching III:
EHM32ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
English III
AFM32ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Afrikaans III
SSM32ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Sesotho III
SWM32ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
Setswana III
ZLM32ES Languages Education Option: 16 0.14
isiZulu III
XSM32ES Languages Education Option 16 0.14
isiXhosa III
Total: 140 1.19

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

SEMESTER SEMESTER OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
EDC41ES Education IV: School 19 0.16
Administration
IER41ES Introduction to Classroom Research 25 0.21
Select ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A – SP III):
EHG41ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: English SP III or
AFG41ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: Afrikaans SP III or
SSG41ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: Sesotho SP III or
SWG41ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: Setswana SP III or
ZLG41ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: isiZulu SP III or
XSG41ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: isiXhosa SP III
Compulsory module:
 734

SBX42ES School-based Learning IV24 24 0.20

Select TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodology B – FET III):
ENF42ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: English FET III
AFF42ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: Afrikaans FET III
SSF42ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: Sesotho FET III
SWF42ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: Setswana FET III
XHF42ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: isiXhosa FET III
ZLF42ES Languages Education Methodology 6 0.05
Option: isiZulu FET III
Total: 86 0.72

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Bachelor of Education Degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation exemption and two languages, including
English Second Language. In addition to the general admission requirements, a minimum mark
of 50% in English and any one of Sesotho, Afrikaans, Setswana, isiXhosa or isiZulu is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, a candidate must be in possession of an NSC
with endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A minimum mark of 50% in English and
in any one of Sesotho, Afrikaans, Setswana, isiXhosa or isiZulu is required.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 21 weeks of work-integrated
learning.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that the
first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed

Instructional offerings Prerequisite instructional offerings

ADC5022 DLC5011
AFF22ES AFM12ES
AFF32ES AFM22ES
AFF42ES AFM 32 ES and
AFF32ES
 735

AFG21ES AFS11ES
AFG31ES AFS21ES
AFG41ES AFS31ES
AFM22ES AFM12ES
AFM32ES AFM22ES
AFS21ES AFS11ES
AFS31ES AFS21ES
EDC21ES EDC11ES
EDC31ES EDC21ES
EDC41ES EDC31ES
EDM21ES EDM11ES
EDM31ES EDM21ES
EHG21ES EHS11ES
EHG31ES EHS21ES
EHG41ES EHS31ES
EHM22ES EHM12ES
EHM32ES EHM22ES
EHS21ES EHS11ES
EHS31ES EHS21ES
ENF22ES EHM12ES
ENF32ES EHM22ES
ENF42ES ENF32ES and
EHM32ES
SSF22ES SSM12ES
SSF32ES SSM22ES
SSF42ES SSF32ES and
SSM32ES
SSG21ES SST11ES
SSG31ES SST21ES
SSG41ES SST31ES
SSM22ES SSM12ES
SSM32ES SSM22ES
SST21ES SST11ES
SST31ES SST21ES
SWF22ES SWM12ES
SWF42ES SWM32ES and
SWF32ES
SWS21ES SWG11ES
SWS31ES SWG21ES
SWS41ES SWG31ES
SWM22ES SWM12ES
SWM32ES SWM22ES
SWG21ES SWG11ES
SWS31ES SWG21ES
XHF22ES XSM12ES
XHF42ES XSM32ES and
XHF32ES
XSG21ES XSH21ES
XSG31ES XSG21ES
XSG41ES XSG31ES
 736

XSH21ES XSH11ES
XSH32ES XSH21ES
XSM22ES XSM12ES
XSM32ES XSM22ES
XHF22ES XSM12 ES
ZLF42ES ZLM32ES and
ZLM32ES
ZLG21ES ZLS11ES
ZLG31ES ZLS21ES
ZLG41ES ZLS31ES
ZLM22ES ZLM12ES
ZLS21ES ZLS11ES
ZLS31ES ZLS21ES
XSM32ES XHF22ES
ZLF32ES ZLF22ES
ZLM32ES ZLM22ES
GSM21ES GSM11ES
LNG22ES LNG11ES
MCT21ES MCT11E
MCT31ES MCT21ES
SBX22ES SBX12ES
SBX32ES SBX22ES
SBX42ES SBX32ES

18.5 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN SENIOR PHASE (SP) AND FET TEACHING:

SPECIALISATION: MATHEMATICS BEDSFM

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 535
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years full time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
MCT11ES Micro-teaching and Observation 6 0.05
EDC11ES Education I: Learner and Learning 12 0.10
EDM11ES Education I: Media in Teaching 19 0.16
and Learning
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.05
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.05
LFS11ES Life Skills 6 0.05
 737

ONE major instructional offering for SP Teaching:

MTH11ES Mathematics SP I 16 0.14
Compulsory modules:
LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 12 0.10
Communication Studies
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6 0.05
SBX12ES School-based Learning I 12 0.10
TWO major instructional offerings for FET teaching:
MTC12ES Mathematics I 16 0.14
PYT12ES Physical Sciences I 16 0.14
Select ONE language that is not a home language:
CAY12ES Communication in Afrikaans 12 0.10
Second Language or
CTY12ES Communication in Setswana 12 0.10
Second Language or
CXY12ES Communication in isiXhosa 12 0.10
Second Language or
CHY12ES Communication in Sesotho 12 0.10
Second Language or
CZY12ES Communication in isiZulu Second 12 0.10
Language
or
CNX12ES Communication in English Second 12 0.10
Language
Total: 145 1.73

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
LNG11ES Language of Teaching and 12 0.10
Learning I
MCT21ES Micro-teaching II 6 0.05
EDC21ES Education II: Working in the 19 0.16
Classroom
EDM21ES Education II: Curriculum Studies 19 0.16
GSM11ES General Subject Methodology I 6 0.05
ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A – SP I):
MTS21ES Mathematics Methodology SP I 6 0.05
ONE major SP instructional offering:
MTH21ES Mathematics SP II 16 0.14
Compulsory modules:
SBX22ES School-based Learning II 24 0.20
LNG22ES Language of Learning and 12 0.10
Teaching II
TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies for FET I):
MIM22ES Mathematics Methodology FET I 6 0.05
 738

PYM22ES Physical Sciences Methodology 6 0.05

FET I
TWO major instructional offerings for FET II:
MTC22ES Mathematics FET II 16 0.14
PYT22ES Physical Sciences FET II 16 0.14
Total: 164 1.39

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT31ES Micro-teaching III 6 0.05
EDC31ES Education III: Being a Teacher 19 0.16
EDM31ES Education III: Learner-centred 19 0.16
Schools
GSM21ES General Subject Methodology II 6 0.05
ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A for SP II):
MTS31ES Mathematics Methodology SP II 6 0.05
ONE major instructional offering for SP III:
MTH31ES Mathematics SP III 16 0.14
Compulsory module:
SBX32ES School-based Learning III 24 0.20
TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies for FET II):
MIM32ES Mathematics Methodology FET II 6 0.05
PYM32ES Physical Sciences Methodology 6 0.05
FET II
TWO major instructional offerings for FET Teaching III:
MTC32ES Mathematics FET III 16 0.14
PYT32ES Physical Sciences FET III 16 0.14
Total: 140 1.19

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER
2
Compulsory modules:
EDC41ES Education IV: School 19 0.16
Administration
IER41ES Introduction to Classroom 25 0.21
Research
ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A for SP III):
MTS41ES Mathematics Methodology SP III 6 0.05
Compulsory module:
SBX42ES School-based Learning IV 24 0.21
TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies B for FET III):
 739

PYM42ES Physical Sciences Methodology 6 0.05

III
MIM42ES Mathematics Methodology FET 6 0.05
III
Total: 86 0.73

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Bachelor of Education Degree will be

awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of a
National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation exemption. Mathematics, Biology,
Chemistry and Physical Sciences at NQF level 4 are prerequisites. Mathematics with a C-
symbol on SG or an
E-symbol on HG is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an
NSC with endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A pass in Physical Sciences and
Mathematics with a minimum mark of 50% is required.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 21 weeks of work-integrated
learning.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that
the first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offering

ADC5022 6 DLC5011
EDC21ES 19 EDC11ES
EDC31ES 19 EDC21ES
EDC41ES 19 EDC31ES
EDM21ES 19 EDM11ES
EDM31ES 19 EDM21ES
GSM21ES 6 GSM11ES
LNG11ES 12 LNG11ES
MTS21ES 6 MTH11ES
MIM22ES 6 MTC12ES
MIM32ES 6 MIM32ES & MIM22ES
MIM42ES 6 MTC32ES & MIM32ES
MTC22ES 16 MTC12ES
 740

MTC22ES 16 MTC22ES
MTH31ES 16 MTS21ES
IMTS21ES 6 MTH11ES
MTH31ES 6 MTH21ES
MTS41ES 6 MTH31ES & MTS31ES
PYT22ES 6 PYT12ES
PYM32ES 6 PYT22ES &
PYM22ES
PYM42ES 6 PYT32ES &
PYM32ES
PYT22ES 16 PYT12ES
PYT32ES 16 PYT22ES
MCT21ES 6 MCT11ES
MCT31ES 6 MCT21ES
SBX21ES 24 ISBX12ES
SBX32ES 24 SBX22ES
SBX42ES 24 SBX32ES

18.6 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN SENIOR PHASE (SP) AND FET TEACHING:

SPECIALISATION: NATURAL SCIENCES BEDSFN

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 535
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years full time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT11ES Micro-teaching and Observation 6 0.05
EDC11ES Education I: Learner and Learning 12 0.10
EDM11ES Education I: Media in Teaching 19 0.16
and Learning
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.05
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.05
LFS11ES Life Skills 6 0.05
ONE major instructional offering for SP Teaching:
NST11ES Natural Sciences Option SP I 16 0.14
Compulsory modules:
 741

LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 12 0.10

Communication Studies
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6 0.05
SBX12ES School-based Learning I 12 0.10
TWO major instructional offerings for FET teaching:
LFC12ES Life Sciences I 16 0.14
PYT12ES Physical Sciences I 16 0.14

Select ONE language that is not a home language:

CAY12ES Communication in Afrikaans 12 0.10
Second Language or
CTY12ES Communication in Setswana 12 0.10
Second Language or
CXY12ES Communication in isiXhosa Second 12 0.10
Language or
CHY12ES Communication in Sesotho Second 12 0.10
Language or
CZY12ES Communication in isiZulu Second 12 0.10
Language or
CNX12ES Communication in English Second 12 0.10
Language
Total: 145 1.73

2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
LNG11ES Language of Teaching and 12 0.10
Learning I
MCT21ES Micro-teaching II 6 0.05
EDC21ES Education II: Working in the 19 0.16
Classroom
EDM21ES Education II: Curriculum Studies 19 0.16
GSM11ES General Subject Methodology I 6 0.05
ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A – SP I):
NSM21ES Natural Sciences Methodology SP 6 0.05
I
ONE major SP
NST21ES Natural Sciences SP II 16 0.14
Compulsory modules:
SBX22ES School-based Learning II 24 0.20
LNG22ES Language of Learning and 12 0.10
Teaching II
TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies FET I):
LFM22ES Life Sciences FET Methodology I 6 0.05
PYM22ES Physical Sciences FET 6 0.05
Methodology I
 742

TWO major instructional offerings (FET II):

LFC22ES Life Sciences FET II 16 0.14
PYT22ES Physical Sciences FET II 16 0.14
Total: 164 1.39

3RD YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT31ES Micro-teaching III 6 0.05
EDC31ES Education III: Being a Teacher 19 0.16
EDM31ES Education III: Learner-centred 19 0.16
Schools
GSM21ES General Subject Methodology II 6 0.05
ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A for SP II):
NMS31ES Natural Sciences SP Methodology 6 0.05
II
ONE major (SP Teaching III):
NST31ES Natural Sciences SP III 16 0.14
Compulsory module:
SBX32ES School-based Learning III 24 0.20
TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies for FET II):
LFM32ES Life Sciences FET Methodology II 6 0.05
PYM32ES Physical Sciences FET 6 0.05
Methodology II
TWO major instructional offerings for FET Teaching III:
LFC32ES Life Sciences FET III 16 0.14
PYT32ES Physical Sciences FET III 16 0.14
Total: 140 1.19

4TH YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
Compulsory modules:
EDC41ES Education IV: School 19 0.16
Administration
IER41ES Introduction to Classroom 25 0.21
Research
ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology for SP):
NSM41ES Natural Sciences Methodology SP 6 0.05
III
Compulsory module:
SBX42ES School-based Learning IV 24 0.20
Two specific instructional offerings (Methodologies for FET III):
 743

LFM42ES Life Sciences FET Methodology 6 0.05

III
PYM 42ES Physical Sciences FET 6 0.05
Methodology III
Total: 86 0.72

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Bachelor of Education Degree will be

awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of a
National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation exemption. Mathematics, Biology,
Chemistry and Physical Sciences at NQF level 4 are prerequisites. Mathematics with a C-
symbol on SG, or an E-symbol on HG, is required.
For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:
In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an
NSC with endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A pass in Mathematics, Physical
Sciences and Life Sciences, with a minimum mark of 50%, is required.

Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 21 weeks of work-integrated
learning.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that
the first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

ADC5022 6 DLC5011
EDC21ES 19 EDC11ES
EDC31ES 19 EDC21ES
EDC41ES 19 EDC31ES
EDM21ES 19 EDM11ES
GSM21ES 19 EDM21ES
GSM21ES 6 GSM11ES
LNG22ES 12 LNG11ES
LFC22ES 16 LFC12ES
LFC32ES 16 LFC22ES
LFM22ES 6 Life Sciences I
LFM32ES 6 Life Sciences FET II
LSM42ES 6 Life Sciences FET III
MCT21ES 6 MCT11ES
MCT31ES 6 MCT21ES
NSM21ES 6 NST11ES
NMS31ES 6 NST21ES &
 744

NSM21ES
NSM41ES 6 NST31ES &
NMS31ES
NST21ES 16 NST11ES
NST31ES 16 NST21ES
PYM32ES 6 PYT22ES &
PYM22ES
PYM42ES 6 PYT32ES &
PYM32ES
PYT32ES 16 PYS12ES
PYT32ES 16 PYT22ES
SBX22ES 24 SBX12ES
SBX32ES 24 SBX22ES
SBX42ES 24 SBX32ES

18.7 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION IN SENIOR PHASE AND FET TEACHING:

SPECIALISATION: TECHNOLOGY BEDSFT

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 480

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 535
HEMIS CREDITS: 4.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 4 years full time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT11ES Micro-teaching and Observation 6 0.05
EDC11ES Education I: Learner and Learning 12 0.10
EDM11ES Education I: Media in Teaching and 19
Learning
NMR5011 Numeracy 6 0.05
DLC5011 Basic Digital Literacy 6 0.05
LFS11ES Life Skills 6 0.05

1ST YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
ONE major instructional offering for SP Teaching:
TCG11ES Technology SP I 16 0.14
Compulsory modules:
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LCS5012 Academic Literacy and 12 0.10

Communication Studies
ADC5022 Advanced Digital Literacy 6 0.05
SBX12ES School-based Learning I 12 0.10
Select TWO major instructional offerings for FET teaching:
CVT12ES Civil Technology FET I 16 0.14
ETT12ES Electrical Technology FET I 16 0.14
EGD12ES Engineering Graphics and Design 16 0.14
FET I
MNT12ES Mechanical Technology FET I 16 0.14
Select ONE language that is not a home language:
CAY12ES Communication in Afrikaans Second 12 0.10
Language or
CTY12ES Communication in Setswana Second 12 0.10
Language or
CXY12ES Communication in isiXhosa Second 12 0.10
Language or
CHY12ES Communication in Sesotho Second 12 0.10
Language or
CZY12ES Communication in isiZulu Second 12 0.10
Language or
CNX12ES Communication in English Second 12 0.10
Language
Total: 145 1.85

2ND YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
LNG11ES Language of Teaching and Learning I 12 0.10
MCT21ES Micro-teaching II 6 0.05
EDC21ES Education II: Working in the 19 0.16
Classroom
EDM21ES Education II: Curriculum Studies 19 0.16
GSM11ES General Subject Methodology I 6 0.05
ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A – SP I):
TCM11ES Technology Methodology SP I 6 0.05
ONE major SP instructional offering:
TCG21ES Technology SP II 16 0.14
Compulsory modules:
SBX22ES School-based Learning II 24 0.20
LNG22ES Language of Learning and Teaching 12 0.10
II
Select TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies FET I):
ETM22ES Electrical Technology Methodology I 6 0.05
EGM22ES Engineering Graphics and Design 6 0.05
Methodology I
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MNM22ES Mechanical Technology 6 0.05

Methodology I
CVM22ES Civil Technology Methodology I 6 0.05
Select TWO major instructional offerings (FET II):
EFT22ES Electrical Technology FET II 16 0.14
MNT22ES Mechanical Technology FET II 16 0.14
EGD22ES Engineering Graphics and Design 16 0.14
FET II
CVT22ES Civil Technology FET II 16 0.14
Total: 164 1.77

3RD YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
MCT31ES Micro-teaching III 6 0.05
EDC31ES Education III: Being a Teacher 19 0.16
EDM31ES Education III: Learner-centred 19 0.16
Schools
GSM21ES General Subject Methodology II 6 0.05
Select one specific instructional offering (Methodology A – SP II):
TCM21ES Technology Methodology SP II 6 0.05
One major instructional offering (SP III):
TCG31ES Technology SP III 16 0.14
Compulsory module:
SBX32ES School-based Learning III 24 0.20
Select TWO specific instructional offering methodologies for FET II:
CVM32ES Civil Technology Methodology II 6 0.05
ETM32ES Electrical Technology Methodology 6 0.05
II
MNM32ES Mechanical Technology 6 0.05
Methodology II
EGM32ES Engineering Graphics and Design 6 0.05
Methodology II
Select TWO major instructional offerings for FET Teaching III:
EFT32ES Electrical Technology III 16 0.14
MNT32ES Mechanical Technology III 16 0.14
CVT32ES Civil Technology III 16 0.14
EGD32ES Engineering Graphics and Design III 16 0.14
Total: 140 1.57

4TH YEAR
SAQA HEMIS
SEMESTER SEMESTER INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS
CREDITS CREDITS
1 2
Compulsory modules:
EDC41ES Education IV: School Administration 19 0.16
IER41ES Introduction to Classroom Research 25 0.21
ONE specific instructional offering (Methodology A SP III):
TCM31ES Technology Methodology SP III 6 0.05
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Compulsory module:
SBX42ES School-based Learning IV 24 0.20
Select TWO specific instructional offerings (Methodologies for FET III):
CVM42ES Civil Technology Methodology III 6 0.05
ETM42ES Electrical Technology Methodology 6 0.05
III
MNM42ES Mechanical Technology 6 0.05
Methodology III
EGM42ES Engineering Graphics and Design 6 0.05
Methodology III
Total: 86 0.82

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Bachelor of Education Degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

For candidates who matriculated in 2007 or before:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of a
National Senior Certificate (NSC) with matriculation exemption. If Mathematics is selected,
Mathematics at NQF level 4, with a C-symbol on SG or a D-symbol on HG, is required.

For candidates who completed the NSC in 2008 and thereafter:

In addition to the general admission requirements, the candidate must be in possession of an NSC
with endorsement for admission to a bachelor’s degree. A candidate must have passed either
Mathematics with a minimum mark of 50%, or Mathematical Literacy with a minimum mark of
70%. A pass in Engineering Graphics and Design is recommended.
Duration of learning programme

The learning programme entails four years of full-time study and 21 weeks of work-integrated
learning.

PREREQUISITES

The student may only follow the second-, third- or fourth-year level of study on condition that the
first-, second- or third-year level, respectively, has been successfully completed.

Instructional offerings Credits Prerequisite instructional offerings

ADC5022 6 DLC5011
CVM22ES 6 CVT12ES
CVM32ES 6 CVT22ES &
CVM22ES
CVM42ES 6 CVT32ES &
CVM32ES
CVT12ES 16 TCG11ES
CVT22ES 16 CVT12ES
CVT32ES 16 CVT22ES
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EDC21ES 19 EDC11ES
EDC31ES 19 EDC21ES
EDC41ES 19 EDC31ES
EDM21ES 19 EDM11ES
EDM31ES 19 EDM21ES
EFT12ES 16 TCG11ES
EFT22ES 16 ETT12ES
EFT32ES 16 EFT22ES
EGD12ES 16 TCG11ES
EGD22ES 16 EGD12ES
EGD32ES 16 EGD22ES
EGM22ES 6 EGM22ES

EGM32ES 6 EGD22E & EGM22ES

EGM42ES 6 EGD32ES &
EGM32ES
ETM22ES 6 ETT12ES
ETM32ES 6 EFT22ES &
ETM22ES
ETM42ES 6 EFT32ES &
ETM32ES
GSM21ES 6 GSM11ES
LNG22ES 12 LNG11ES
MNM22ES 6 MNT12ES
MNM32ES 6 MNT22ES &
MNM22ES
MNM42ES 6 MNT32ES &
MNM32ES
MNT12ES 16 TCG11ES
MNT22ES 16 MNT12ES
MNT32ES 16 MNT22ES
MCT21ES 6 MCT11ES
MCT31ES 6 MCT21ES
SBX22ES 24 SBX12ES
SBX32ES 24 SBX22ES
SBX42ES 24 SBX32ES
TCG21ES 16 TCG11ES
TCG31ES 16 TCG21ES
TCM11ES 6 TCG11ES
TCM21ES 6 TCG21ES &
TCM11ES
TCM31ES 6 TCG21ES &
TCM21ES
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19. ADVANCED DIPLOMAS

19.1 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN STUDIO ARTS AD_SAR

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
RMC417 Research Methodology and 12 0.10
Communication
STI417 Studio Intensive 24 0.20
CCP427 Community Collaborative Practice 18 0.15
CRS427 Critical Studies 48 0.40
SDC427 Social Design and Design 18 0.15
Citizenship
Total: 120 1

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Advanced Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A Diploma in Design and Studio Art or an equivalent Art and Design qualification.

Duration of learning programme

One year full time.

PREREQUISITES

Advanced knowledge of:

Rhino (or similar CAD programme), In Design, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop.
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19.2 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN DESIGN TECHNOLOGY AD_DET

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
ICP407 Ideation and Collaborative 30 0.25
Practice in Industry
MMP417 Materials and Methods 15 0.13
Proficiency
RMC417 Research Methodology and 15 0.25
Communication
PPP427 Production and Process 30 0.25
Management
TTS427 Techniques and Technology 30 0.13
Studies
Total: 120 1

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, an Advanced Diploma will be awarded

during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

A National Diploma: Design and Studio Art or an equivalent Art and Design qualification

Duration of learning programme

One year full-time

PREREQUISITES

Intermediate knowledge of:

Rhino (or similar CAD programme), In Design, Cinema 4D, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop,
Aftereffects, Maya.
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19.3 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN LANGUAGE PRACTICE AD_LAP

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
TRS407C Translation Studies Iv 24 0.200
IRM407C Introduction To Research Methods 24 0.200
CRE407C Creative Writing 24 0.200
ENG407C English Iv 24 0.200
Any One Of The Following
AFR407C Afrikaans Iv 24 0.200
SES407C Sesotho Iv 24 0.200
IXH407C Isixhosa Iv 24 0.200
TSW407C Setswana Iv 24 0.200
FCH407C French Iv 24 0.200
GER407C German Iv 24 0.200
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, an Advanced Diploma will be awarded

during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

The minimum admission requirement for the Advanced Diploma in Language Practice is a National
Diploma in Language Practice or a Diploma in Language Practice and Media Studies at NQF Level
6 or an equivalent thereof in related fields of study.

A minimum of 60% must have been obtained in the Diploma (Language

Practice/Communication/Media) for admission to the Advanced Diploma in Language Practice.
Prospective candidates will be subjected to a selection test. The best 30 candidates will be selected
based on their previous academic record as well as the selection test (the academic records of
previous qualifications and the selection test results will be taken into consideration).

Duration of learning programme

One year full-time
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PREREQUISITES
Students must have at least completed the following modules at NQF Level 6: Language and
Translation Practice III; English III; and either Afrikaans III or French III or German III or
IsiXhosa III or Setswana III and Sesotho III (Practice).

19.4 ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN MEDIA STUDIES AD_MDS

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDIT
S
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
MED407C Media Studies IV 24 0.200
CRW407C Creative Writing 24 0.200
IRM407C Introduction to Research Methods 24 0.200
MAT407C Media Applications Theory 24 0.200
EPP417C Entrepreneurship Principles and 12 0.100
practices
EPI427C Entrepreneurship and Innovation 12 0.100
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, an Advanced Diploma will be awarded

during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
The minimum admission requirement for the Advanced Diploma in Media Studies is a
National Diploma in Language Practice or a Diploma in Language Practice and Media Studies
at NQF level 6 or an equivalent thereof in related fields of study.

The following qualifications may also provide entry into the proposed advanced diploma:
• A Diploma in Communication/Journalism/Media Studies and pitched at NQF level 6
(360 credits).
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Communication/Journalism/Media Studies and pitched at NQF
level 7 (360 credits).
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A minimum of 60% must be obtained in the Diploma or bachelor’s degree (Media

Studies/Communication/Journalism) for admission to the Advanced Diploma in Media
Studies.

Duration of learning programme

One year full-time

PREREQUISITES
Prospective students should at least have completed the following modules at NQF Level 6:
Media Studies III and English III.
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20. POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE

20.1 POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION BWPCWC

(No new first-year intake for the PGCE (old NQF) as from 2020.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 6
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part
time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
ODW40AB Education IV 24 0.167
RFS40AB Professional Studies IV 24 0.167
CPL21AB Computer Literacy II 12 0.083
INR10AB Introduction to Research I 12 0.083
SBL40AB School-based Learning IV 12 0.083
Choose one:
LDA22AB Language and Development Communication II 12 0.083
(Language X) Afrikaans or
LDE22AB Language and Development Communication II 12 0.083
(Language X) English or
LDS22AB Language and Development Communication II 12 0.083
(Language X) Sesotho
Methodology (choose two):
MRE40AB Methodology: Accounting 24 0.167
MAW40AB Methodology: Agricultural Sciences 24 0.167
MBS40AB Methodology: Business Studies 24 0.167
MCT40AB Methodology: Civil Technology 24 0.167
MCA40AB Methodology: Computer Applications Technology 24 0.167
MCN40AB Methodology: Consumer Studies 24 0.167
MEK40AB Methodology: Economics 24 0.167
MEY40AB Methodology: Electrical Technology 24 0.167
MGD40AB Methodology: Engineering Graphics and Design 24 0.167
MGY40AB Methodology: Geography 24 0.167
MHI40AB Methodology: History 24 0.167
MGS40AB Methodology: Hospitality Studies 24 0.167
MIT40AB Methodology: Information Technology 24 0.167
MAF40AB Methodology: Afrikaans 24 0.167
MEH40AB Methodology: English 24 0.167
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MSE40AB Methodology: Sesotho 24 0.167

MLO40AB Methodology: Life Orientation 24 0.167
MLS40AB Methodology: Life Sciences 24 0.167
MML40AB Methodology: Mathematical Literacy 24 0.167
MWI40AB Methodology: Mathematics 24 0.167
MTE40AB Methodology: Mechanical Technology 24 0.167

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
MPH40AB Methodology: Physical Sciences 24 0.167
MTO40AB Methodology: Tourism 24 0.167
MRT40AB Methodology: Visual Art 24 0.167
MXO40AB Methodology: isiXhosa 24 0.167
Total: 144 1.000

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Certificate in Education will be
awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

• The applicant must hold at least a bachelor’s degree or a three-year diploma at NQF level 6
(360 credits). The degree or diploma must include at least two school-related subjects at
second-year level.
• Alternatively, one school-related subject must be either at second- or third-year level, and one
at
first-year level, on condition that the latter will be registered for upgrading to the second-year
level concurrently with the PGCE, for non-degree purposes. The school-related subjects for the
360-credit diploma must be within the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)
fields. The PGCE can only be conferred if the additional school-related subject is successfully
completed.
• Selection will be subject to marks obtained in the major subjects of the degree/diploma, and
lecturer capacity with regards to methodologies.

Duration of learning programme

One year’s full-time or two years’ part-time study.

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20.2 POSTGRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN EDUCATION PGCSFP

(First-year intake for the PGCE (Senior and FET phase) (new NQF) as from 2020.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 144
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part time

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
EDU407C Education 24 0.16
PRS407C Professional Studies 24 0.16
CPL415C Computer Literacy 6 0.04
IRE407C Introduction to Research 12 0.08
SBL407W School-based Learning 24 0.16
Choose one:
CLA425E Conversational Language: Afrikaans or 6 0.04
CLE425E Conversational Language: English or 6 0.04
CLS425E Conversational Language: Sesotho or 6 0.04
CSG425E Conversational Language: SA Sign Language or 6 0.04
CLX425E Conversational Language: isiXhosa or 6 0.04
CLZ425E Conversational Language: isiZulu 6 0.04
Methodology (Senior Phase): (Qualify for one)
MAC407E Methodology: Arts and Culture 24 0.16
MEM407E Methodology: Economic and Management Sciences 24 0.16
MNS407E Methodology: Natural Sciences 24 0.16
MSS407E Methodology: Social Sciences 24 0.16
MLO407E Methodology: Life Orientation 24 0.16
MTH407E Methodology: Mathematics 24 0.16
MTE407E Methodology: Technology 24 0.16
MAF407E Methodology: Afrikaans 24 0.16
MEE407E Methodology: English 24 0.16
MXO407E Methodology: isiXhosa 24 0.16
MSE407E Methodology: Sesotho 24 0.16
Methodology (FET Phase): (Qualify for one)
MEA407E Methodology: Accounting 24 0.16
MAG407E Methodology: Agricultural Sciences 24 0.16
MBS407E Methodology: Business Studies 24 0.16
MCT407E Methodology: Civil Technology 24 0.16
MAT407E Methodology: Computer Applications Technology 24 0.16
MCN407E Methodology: Consumer Studies 24 0.16
MEC407E Methodology: Economics 24 0.16
MEL407E Methodology: Electrical Technology 24 0.16
MEG407E Methodology: Engineering Graphics and Design 24 0.16
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MGE407E Methodology: Geography 24 0.16

MHI407E Methodology: History 24 0.16
MHS407E Methodology: Hospitality Studies 24 0.16
MIT407E Methodology: Information Technology 24 0.16
MEF407E Methodology: Afrikaans 24 0.16
MEN407E Methodology: English 24 0.16
MST407E Methodology: Sesotho 24 0.16
MXS407E Methodology: isiXhosa 24 0.16
MLF407E Methodology: Life Orientation 24 0.16
MLS407E Methodology: Life Sciences 24 0.16
MML407E Methodology: Mathematical Literacy 24 0.16
MMA407E Methodology: Mathematics 24 0.16
MMT407E Methodology: Mechanical Technology 24 0.16
MPS407E Methodology: Physical Sciences 24 0.16
MTO407E Methodology: Tourism 24 0.16
MVA407E Methodology: Visual Art 24 0.16

Total: 144 1.000

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (SP and
FET) will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

• The applicant must hold at least a bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) or a relevant three-year
university diploma at NQF level 6 (360 credits). The degree/diploma should include at least
24 credits at level 6 (first-year level) for teaching a Senior Phase subject specialisation, and
48 credits (at least 24 at level 7) to teach a Further Education and Training subject
specialisation.
• The school-related subjects for the 360-credit diploma must be within the Department of
Higher Education and Training (DHET) fields.
• Selection will be subject to marks obtained in the major subjects of the degree/diploma, and
lecturer capacity with regards to methodologies.

Duration of learning programme

One year’s full-time or two years’ part-time study.

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21. POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMAS

21.1 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ART AND SOCIAL DESIGN PD_ASD

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER
2
RPR518 Research Project 24 0.25
STI518 Studio Intensive 30 0.25
CCP528 Community Collaborative 12 0.08
Practice
CRS528 Critical Studies 30 0.25
SDC528 Social Design and Design 24 0.17
Citizenship
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

An Advanced Diploma in Studio Arts or an equivalent Art and Design qualification.

Duration of learning programme

One year full time.

PREREQUISITES

An average of 60% in Studio Intensive and Critical Studies.

Intermediate knowledge of:

Rhino (or similar CAD programme), In Design, Cinema 4D, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After
Effects.
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21.2 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN DESIGN TECHNOLOGY PD_DTE

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER
2
ICP508 Ideation and Collaborative Practice 24 0.25
in Industry
MMP518 Materials and Methods Proficiency 18 0.13
RPR518 Research Project 24 0.25
PPM528 Production and Process 30 0.25
Management
TTS528 Techniques and Technology Studies 24 0.13
Total: 120 1

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Postgraduate Diploma will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

An Advanced Diploma in Design Technology or an equivalent Art and Design qualification.

Duration of learning programme

One year full time.

PREREQUISITES

An average of 60% in Techniques and Technology Studies.

Intermediate knowledge of:

Rhino (or similar CAD programme), In Design, Cinema 4D, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, After
Effects, Maya.
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21.3 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN LANGUAGE PRACTICE PD_LAP

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom campus.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL SAQA HEMIS

OFFERINGS CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
ALT507C Advanced Language And 24 0.200
Translation Studies V
IRM507C Research Methods In Language 24 0.200
And Communication
CRW507C Creative Writing 24 0.200
CME507C Communication And Media 24 0.200

Any One Of The Following

ENG507C English V 24 0.200
AFR507C Afrikaans V 24 0.200
SES507C Sesotho V 24 0.200
IXH507C Isixhosa V 24 0.200
TSW507C Setswana V 24 0.200
FCH507C French V 24 0.200
GER507C German V 24 0.200
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, an Postgraduate Diploma in Language

Practice will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

CUT’s minimum admission requirements

The minimum admission requirement for the Postgraduate Diploma in Language Practice is an
Advanced Diploma in Language Practice at NQF Level 7 or an equivalent thereof in related fields
of study.

Admission requirements for the proposed programme:

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• An Advanced Diploma or bachelor’s degree in Language Practice/ Communication or a B.

Tech evaluated at NQF level 7 (360 credits or 120 for a B. Tech).
• A minimum of 60% must be obtained in the Advanced Diploma or bachelor’s degree
(Language Practice/Communication/Media) at NQF level 7 for admission to the
Postgraduate Diploma in Language Practice.
Due to a limited number of students that can be accommodated, a minimum of 60% at the
Advanced Diploma level is compulsory for admission to the Postgraduate Diploma in Language
Practice.

Duration of learning programme

One year full-time

PREREQUISITES
Advanced Language and Translation Studies IV, Introduction to Research Methods , Creative
Writing I and Culture and Media I and ONE of the following: English IV: Afrikaans IV,
Sesotho IV, isiXhosa IV, Setswana IV, French IV or German IV.

21.4 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MEDIA STUDIES PD_MDS

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom campus.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full-time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
SEMESTER SEMESTER
1 2
MDS507C Media Studies V 24 0.200
CM507C Digital Communication and Media 24 0.200
/Multimedia
PBL507C Publishing 24 0.200
BJN507C Broadcast Journalism 24 0.200
OMS507C Operations Management and 12 0.100
Supervision
RMT507C Research Methods in Language and 12 0.100
Communication II
Total: 120 1.000
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REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Postgraduate Diploma in Media Studies will
be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements
Minimum admission requirements at CUT:
The minimum admission requirement is an appropriate B.Tech. or bachelor’s degree (360 credits) or
Advanced Diploma in Media Studies (120 credits), currently consigned to NQF level 7.

Admission requirements for the proposed programme:

• An Advanced Diploma in Media Studies/Communication/Journalism at NQF level 7 (120
credits) or a recognised B.Tech. or bachelor’s degree, linked to the specialist area of Media
Studies, Communication or Journalism and consigned to NQF level 7 (360 credits).
• A minimum of 65% must be obtained in the Advanced Diploma Media Studies, B.Tech. or
bachelor’s degree for admission to the Postgraduate Diploma: Media Studies.

Duration of learning programme

One year full-time

PREREQUISITES

Students who enrol for PGD (Media Studies) should already have an undergraduate diploma at NQF
level 7 or a bachelor’s degree at NQF level 7 with Media Studies, Journalism or Communication as
one of the major subjects.
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22. BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (HONS)

22.1 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (HONS): EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT

BWBEHW
(No new first-year intake for the Bachelor of Education: Educational Management
(old NQF) as from 2017.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 120

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 7
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part
time

Instructional offerings

1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS

CREDITS CREDITS
LED10AB Law of Education I 24 0.2
RES30AB Research Methods and Techniques III 24 0.2
PME50AB Human Resources Management in Education V 24 0.2
MEI50AB Management of Educational Institutions V 24 0.2
TEO50AB Theory of Education V 24 0.2
Total: 120 1.000

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Education (Honours) Degree will
be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

• A four-year Education Degree or Diploma; or

• a three-year degree/diploma and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education; or
• a three-year Education Diploma and an Advanced Certificate in Education.

Duration of learning programme

One year’s full-time or two years’ part-time study.

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22.2 BACHELOR OF EDUCATION HONOURS IN EDUCATION MANAGEMENT

H_EDUM
(First-year intake for the Bachelor of Education: Educational Management (new
NQF) as from 2017.)

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 126

MINIMUM CREDITS REQUIRED: 120
HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 8
DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time or 2 years part
time

Instructional offerings

FULL TIME
1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS
CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory module
RES30AB Research Methods and Techniques 30 0.24
Choose any 4 modules
LED10AB Law of Education 24 0.19
FME50AB Financial Management in Education 24 0.19
PME50AB Human Resources Management in Education V 24 0.19
MEI50AB Management of Educational Institutions V 24 0.19
EDP40AB Educational Psychology 24 0.19
Total: 126

PART TIME
1ST YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS
CREDITS CREDITS
Choose any 3 modules
LED10AB Law of Education 24 0.19
FME50AB Financial Management in Education 24 0.19
PME50AB Human Resources Management in Education V 24 0.19
MEI50AB Management of Educational Institutions V 24 0.19
EDP40AB Educational Psychology 24 0.19
Total: 96

PART TIME
2ND YEAR INSTRUCTIONAL OFFERINGS SAQA HEMIS
CREDITS CREDITS
Compulsory module
RES30AB Research Methods and Techniques 30 0.24
Add another ONE module from the list of modules above.
Total: 30
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• Part-time students register for THREE modules in their first year and TWO modules in
their second year (Research Methods and Techniques must be one of these TWO modules
in the second year).

REMARKS

The Research Methods and Techniques module includes the completion of a research project to be
evaluated.

After successful completion of this qualification, the Bachelor of Education (Honours) Degree will be
awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

• A four-year professional teaching degree;

• an appropriate bachelor’s degree and a recognised professional teaching qualification; or
• a four-year professional teaching qualification, as well as an Advanced Diploma in Educational
Management.

Additional requirement

Successful students must have obtained an average of 60% in the final year of BEd degree studies or in
the PGCE.

Duration of learning programme

One year’s full-time or two years’ part-time study.

Any person enrolled as a student at CUT whilst also holding a position at a place of work in terms of the
Labour Relations Act (Act No. 66 of 1995) is considered to be a part-time student, whilst any other
student is considered to be a full-time student.

Students in employment as teachers MUST register as part-time students (i.e. over two years).
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23. MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE DEGREES

SAQA CREDITS: 120

HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 9

PROGRAMME MAGISTER MAIN CODE INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE TECHNOLOGIAE OFFERINGS
KDMTDZ Design TTS50AK Dissertation
Offered at: Bloemfontein
KBMTAT Fine Art VER50AK Dissertation or
Offered at: Bloemfontein NVP50AK Research project and paper
KGMTGU Graphic Design SIS50AK Dissertation
Offered at: Bloemfontein

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Magister Technologiae degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

Research follows specialisation at Baccalaureus Technologiae level or equivalent.

Excellent assessment results at Baccalaureus Technologiae level or equivalent.

24. MASTER’S DEGREES

24.1 MASTER OF COMMUNICATION IN LANGUAGE PRACTICE M_CMLP

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 180

HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 9
MINIMUM DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 2 years full time
3 years part time

Instructional offerings

MODULE
CODE NAME CREDITS
VER50AS Dissertation 180 C

REMARKS
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After successful completion of this qualification, a Master of Communication in Language Practice

Degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements

An appropriate honours degree or the equivalent thereof.

24.2 MASTER OF EDUCATION M_EDUC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 180

HEMIS CREDITS: 1.000
NQF LEVEL: 9
MINIMUM DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 1 year full time
2 years part time

Instructional offerings

MODULE
CODE NAME CREDITS
EDU8000 MEd 180 C

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Master of Education Degree will be awarded
during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

A person who has registered for a master’s degree will automatically be deregistered if the proposal
and form LS 262 are not approved within six months, for full-time master’s degree students, or nine
months, for part-time master’s degree students, respectively.

Admission requirements

Admission to an MEd Degree is subject to the approval of the relevant Head of Department or
his/her delegate.

Candidates must be in possession of:

• a BEd (Hons) degree; or

• an appropriate 480-credit NQF level 8 professional bachelor’s degree; or
• a relevant honours degree and an approved professional teaching qualification; or
• a postgraduate diploma for a cognate Master of Education Degree programme, as long as it
meets the HEQSF research requirement of at least 30 credits.

Candidates must have obtained an average pass rate of 60% in the honours module relating to the
MEd study, as well as a minimum of 60% for the Research Methodology module. If a student did
not obtain the necessary marks in the Research Methodology module, this module can be repeated
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prior to admission to the MEd. Such a module will be registered as a module for non-degree
purposes (NDP).

The minimum duration of the learning programme for a master’s degree is one year of full-time
study or two consecutive years of part-time study. Any person enrolled as a student at CUT whilst
also holding a position at a place of work in terms of the Labour Relations Act (Act No. 66 of 1995)
is considered to be a part-time student, whilst any other student is considered to be a full-time
student. The student registers annually until the Assessment and Graduations Unit confirms that
the qualification has been achieved. Notwithstanding the fact that students registering for the first
time may register at any given time during the year, the registration is accepted as being effective
as from January of the year in question. A student registered for longer than the required minimum
duration of study is required to pay an annual extension fee upon registration, as determined
annually by CUT.

Except with the special permission of Senate, a candidate may not be registered for a master’s
degree for a period exceeding four years.

A candidate may apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL), and in this case is required to submit
a portfolio, as determined by the Department of Postgraduate Studies Education.
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25. DOCTORATES

25.1 DOCTOR OF COMMUNICATION IN LANGUAGE PRACTICE D_CMLP

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

HEMIS CREDITS: 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 10

PROGRAMME DOCTOR OF MAIN INSTRUCTIONAL

CODE COMMUNICATION CODE OFFERINGS
SSDTLH Doctor of Communication in DIS90AS Advanced research project and
Language Practice thesis

REMARKS

After successful completion of this qualification, a Doctor of Communication in Language

Practice Degree will be awarded during an official graduation ceremony of CUT.

Admission requirements:

A Master of Communication in Language Practice Degree or the equivalent thereof.

25.2 DOCTOR OF EDUCATION D_EDUC

This learning programme will be offered in Bloemfontein and Welkom.

SAQA CREDITS: 360

HEMIS CREDITS: 2.000
NQF LEVEL: 10
MINIMUM DURATION OF LEARNING PROGRAMME: 2 years full time
3 years part time

MODULE
CODE NAME CREDITS
EDU8500 Doctor of Education 360 C

REMARKS

Admission to a doctoral degree will be subject to the approval of the Head of Department or
his/her delegate. Registration for a doctoral degree is subject to the provisions of the Student
Assessment Manual.
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The minimum duration of the learning programme for a doctoral degree is two consecutive years
of full-time study, or three consecutive years of part-time study. Any person enrolled as a
student at CUT whilst also holding a position at a place of work in terms of the Labour Relations
Act
(Act No. 66 of 1995) is considered to be a part-time student, whilst any other student is
considered to be a full-time student. The student registers annually until the Assessment and
Graduations Unit confirms that the qualification has been achieved. Notwithstanding the fact
that students registering for the first time may register at any given time during the year, the
registration is accepted as being effective as from January of the year in question. A student
registered for longer than the required minimum duration of study is required to pay an annual
extension fee upon registration, as determined annually by CUT.

Except with the special permission of Senate, no candidate may be registered for a doctoral
degree for a period exceeding five years.

A person who has registered for a doctoral degree will automatically be deregistered if the
proposal and form LS 262 are not approved within six months, for full-time doctoral degree
students, or nine months, for part-time doctoral degree students, respectively.

Admission requirements

Learning assumed to be in place is the following:

• MEd; or
• RPL equivalent: Evidence of applied competence is to be assessed by a team of suitably
qualified and experienced practitioners on the basis of, at least, a written report, which should
include a portfolio to prove educational research experience at the required level, as well as
an oral defence of such a report.

Exit-level outcomes

The researcher is able to demonstrate the ability to conduct advanced research at the highest
level within complex and often unpredictable contexts on particular aspects of education,
culminating in a research thesis.