Central University of Technology, Free State

Overview

Established in 1981, this public university in South Africa serves over 21,000 students across its Bloemfontein and Welkom campuses. It specializes in technological fields, including science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), management sciences, humanities, and education, providing innovative, career-directed education with a strong emphasis on work-integrated learning.

The university offers qualifications from undergraduate to postgraduate levels, incorporating indigenous knowledge and African values to promote a de-colonized educational experience. Its research centers, such as the Centre for Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing and the Centre for Applied Food Security and Biotechnology, foster innovation and support local business development while collaborating on various impactful projects.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +27 51 507 3911
• Website: cut.ac.za
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/school/central-university-of-technology-free-state

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• research and innovation
• postgraduate research
• applied food security
• work-integrated learning
• sports programs
• international partnerships
• higher education
• research development
• event management
• student services
• industry collaboration
• medical device development
• community engagement projects
• regional socio-economic development
• medical device innovation
• international collaboration
• doctoral degrees
• postgraduate programs
• applied research centers
• regional innovation hubs
• university of technology
• diploma programs
• master's degrees
• nrf-rated researchers
• engineering sciences
• applied research
• sustainable water management
• research and development
• online learning
• technology innovation
• regional impact
• community development
• innovation
• ict infrastructure
• colleges, universities, and professional schools
• regional development
• services
• community engagement
• applied sciences
• campus life
• educational services
• technology transfer
• library services
• smart city research
• student support services
• applied food biotechnology
• regional industry partnership
• stem education
• academic programs
• work integrated learning
• student development
• campus facilities
• faculty of engineering
• faculty of health sciences
• faculty of management sciences
• faculty of humanities
• curriculum development
• student life
• alumni network
• short courses
• fees and funding
• residences
• academic excellence
• distance education
• career services
• bursaries and scholarships
• student organizations
• cultural activities
• sports and recreation
• accreditation
• sustainability initiatives
• graduate employability
• student mentorship
• innovation centers
• entrepreneurship programs
• research ethics
• research clusters
• partnership with industries
• student registration
• academic calendar
• international student support
• academic advising
• community service projects
• student societies
• leadership development programs
• b2b
• healthcare
• education
• education management
• events services
• research & development
• e-learning
• internet
• information technology & services
• computer software
• health care
• health, wellness & fitness
• hospital & health care

Technologies Used

• Adobe Creative Suite
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Photoshop
• CookieYes
• Facebook Login (Connect)
• Facebook Widget
• Freshdesk
• Google Analytics
• Google Font API
• Google Maps
• Google Maps (Non Paid Users)
• Google Tag Manager
• Hubspot
• Linkedin Login
• Linkedin Widget
• Lytics
• Microsoft Office 365
• Microsoft-IIS
• Mimecast
• Mobile Friendly
• Outlook
• Python
• React
• Strato
• Wordpress
• YouTube
• reCAPTCHA

Affiliated Organizations & Regional Branches

• CUT Innovation Services ( CUTIS )