Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)

Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) is named after Mangosuthu Buthelezi (founder of the Inkatha Freedom Party) and is a multi-campus university located in Durban.

Faculties Offered At MUT

Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) offers a wide variety of under- and post-graduate qualifications that fit into the following faculties:

• Faculty of Engineering

Diploma in Building

Diploma in Chemical Engineering

Diploma in Civil Engineering

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Diploma in Surveying 

 Postgraduate Diploma in Chemical Engineering 

• Faculty of Management Sciences

Diploma in Accounting

Diploma in Cost and Management Accounting

Diploma in Office Management and Technology

Advanced Diploma in Office Management and Technology

Diploma in Human Resource Management

Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management

Diploma in Marketing

Advanced Diploma in Marketing

Diploma in Public Finance and Accounting

Diploma in Local Government and Finance

Diploma in Public Management.

ALSO: Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)

• Faculty of Natural Sciences

Diploma in Agriculture

Diploma in Analytical Chemistry

Diploma in Agriculture in Animal Production

Diploma in Biomedical Technology

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences

Diploma in Community Extension

Diploma in Environmental Health

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Health

Diploma in Information Technology

Diploma in Nature Conservation

Advanced Diploma in Nature Conservation

Postgraduate Diploma in Nature Conservation

Master of Nature Conservation 

Bachelor of Applied Science in Nature Conservation

Read the full list of MUT Courses Offered Here.

How To Apply

Step 1:  Apply Online

Please note, MUT only accepts online applications. Make sure you apply online.
Prospective MUT students should apply through the Central Application Office (CAO).  Once on the site, click on the ‘Apply’ button.

Step 2:  Complete your Online Application form in full

Step 3:  Attach all Supporting Documents.

South African applicants need to attach the following certified copies:

• National Senior Certificate
• Identity Document
• Students transferring from other universities should submit an original academic record and a certificate of good conduct.

International Students will need the following documents:

• A valid study permit
• Valid health insurance cover
• A valid passport
• GCE, GCSE, IGCSE, or Cambridge School Certificate

Step 4: Apply for Student Residence.

To apply for accommodation, you’ll need to register on Student iEnabler here.  For more information on how to register, check out the guidelines here.

View a detailed breakdown of MUT’s application process.

Application Fees

Below are the application fees for both International and SA Students:

• R200 for South African applicants
• R250 for International applicants
• R400 for late applications (South African applicants)
• R500 for late applications (International applicants)