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VUT University at vut.ac.za

2024 Ranking and Overview

country rank  20
world rank  6207

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Overview

Founded in 1966, the Vaal University of Technology is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Vanderbijlpark (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Gauteng. This institution also has branch campuses in Klerksdrop, Kempton Park, Secunda, Upington and Sebokeng. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa, Vaal University of Technology (VUT) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational South African higher education institution. Vaal University of Technology (VUT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 58-year-old South African higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this South African higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. VUT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Vaal University of Technology's Control Typepublic

Entity

Vaal University of Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Vaal University of Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Vaal University of Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Profile

Name
Acronym VUT
Founded 1966
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Campus Location

Address Private Bag X021
Vanderbijlpark
1900 Gauteng
South Africa
Vaal University of Technology Phone Number +27 (16) 950 9000
Vaal University of Technology Fax Number +27 (16) 950 9999
Other locations Klerksdrop, Kempton Park, Secunda, Upington and Sebokeng

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Vaal University of Technology's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Vaal University of Technology's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Vaal University of Technology's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Vaal University of Technology.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students
1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
2,500-4,999 US$
(2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Vaal University of Technology's admission information.

Vaal University of Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Vaal University of Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Vaal University of Technology a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Vaal University of Technology's acceptance rate range is 50-59% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Vaal University of Technology's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Vaal University of Technology's Admission Office Admission Office

Admissions & Registrations Private bag X021
Vanderbijlpark 1900
(16) 950 9318


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Vaal University of Technology.

Vaal University of Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Vaal University of Technology has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Vaal University of Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Vaal University of Technology's Control Type Control Type

Vaal University of Technology is a public higher education institution.


Vaal University of Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

Vaal University of Technology is a non-profit higher education institution.


Vaal University of Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Vaal University of Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Vaal University of Technology does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Vaal University of Technology's main facilities:


Vaal University of Technology's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Vaal University of Technology's Library


Vaal University of Technology's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Vaal University of Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Vaal University of Technology's main services:


Vaal University of Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Vaal University of Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Vaal University of Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Vaal University of Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

Vaal University of Technology's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Vaal University of Technology's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Vaal University of Technology is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1966


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Vaal University of Technology's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Vaal University of Technology's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Universities South Africa (USA)
  • Association of African Universities (AAU)
  • South African Qualification Association (SAQA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Vaal University of Technology 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Vaal University of Technology's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

Vaal University of Technology's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.

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