Academic Exchange and Mobility
Experience the world, expand your horizons, and build lifelong global connections.
We all know that part of the reason students and employees engage in mobility is to explore the host country, its language, and its culture. The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT), through the Centre for Global Engagement (CGE), offers precisely that.
Whether you are an inbound applicant who wants to spend a semester or more at CUT, or a CUT student who wants to study at one of our partner universities, the CGE is here to guide you every step of the way.
Student Mobility (Inbound & Outbound) | Free Movers | Employee Mobility
Travelling to CUT: Inbound Mobility
Inbound Mobility Students are students from another university (the home university) coming to study or complete Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) for one or two semesters at CUT (the host university) under a collaboration agreement.
My Exchange Student Experience at CUT
"My exchange studies at CUT gave me, apart from interesting studies, memories I will bring with me for the rest of my life. I met so many new friends and got new perspectives by learning about others' cultures and South African history. I wish for everyone interested in exchange studies to go to CUT to experience the same things that I did."
Lotta Ahag
Uppsala University, Sweden
"My semester abroad at CUT was definitely the best part of my studies. I had the opportunity to travel the country and get to know the South African way of life. Therefore, I can recommend spending a semester in Bloemfontein. It was just amazing."
Paul Heber
Aalen University of Applied Science, Germany
Eligibility and Studies
- Be a registered student at a home university which has an agreement with CUT.
- Have completed at least two semesters successfully at your home university.
- Study courses in line with your current year of study or as agreed with your home university.
How to Apply and Costs
- Contact your home university's International Office regarding nomination.
- The CGE Study Abroad Unit will contact you with application requirements and deadlines upon receiving your nomination.
- Submit the application form (DOCX) and supporting documents to the Study Abroad Unit.
- Tuition and registration fees are waived based on the collaboration agreement.
- Please note: The student is liable for their own accommodation and living expenses.
For more information, please review the CUT CGE FACT SHEET-6.pdf or email us at inboundstudentmobility@cut.ac.za.
Travelling from CUT: Outbound Mobility
Outbound Mobility Students are CUT students (the home university) going to study at another university (the host university) under a collaboration agreement between CUT and the host institution.
"In 2017, I was selected to go for an International Student exchange programme at Duale Hochschule Baden-Wurttemberg in Ravensburg, Germany, and was awarded the Baden-Wurttemberg Scholarship. My time in Germany has been one of the best years of my life. I took a trip to Belgium, touring Bruges and Brussels, and visited the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart. My whole experience went very smoothly, and the entire international staff were helpful and friendly. It met my expectations, even though one experiences culture shock sometimes."
Maraka Lefera
Central University of Technology, South Africa
Eligibility and Studies
- Be a registered CUT student in a full Diploma, Bachelor, Master, or PhD programme.
- Have an overall minimum pass rate average of 65% and above at the time of application.
- Have completed at least one academic year successfully.
- Embody and live the CUT graduate attributes.
- Study courses in line with your current year of study at CUT (open to all disciplines).
Visit the International Partnerships webpage and use the interactive map to explore your host university options.
How to Apply
- Attend the study abroad information session at the CGE (International Office) on Mondays or Fridays at 14:00.
- Visit the host university's website for course information.
- Match suitable courses at the host university to your CUT courses for the desired semester.
- Consult your CUT Head of Department (HOD) or Course Coordinator to confirm your course selection and curriculum.
- Submit the Application Form (DOCX) and the Learning Agreement (DOCX) with all supporting documents to the CGE.
- The Study Abroad Unit and Faculty will review applications and nominate suitable candidates.
- The partner university will contact you to apply directly and will issue an acceptance letter upon successful review.
For more inquiries, please email the Outbound Exchange team at outboundstudentmobility@cut.ac.za.
Free Movers Exchange Students
International Student Free Movers are students who make their own arrangements to study at CUT outside of any inter-university or inter-faculty agreement. This means the student is responsible for all costs involved in the mobility.
Estimated Costs
- • Tuition Fee: R50,000 per semester.
- • University Housing Accommodation: R20,000 per semester (includes free WiFi and electricity).
- • Private Accommodation: Approximately R30,000 per semester (6 months) for more luxury and freedom (prepaid WiFi and electricity).
- • Cost of Living (Bloemfontein): Approximately R4,000+ per month, depending on personal needs and leisure travel.
- • International Student Administration Levy: R2,500.
How to Apply as a Free Mover
Contact the CUT CGE directly for more information and to request the Free Mover application submission guidelines.
Email the Inbound Mobility TeamEmployee Mobility: International Credit Mobility (ICM)
International Credit Mobility (ICM) is a type of funding made possible by the European Union through the Erasmus+ programme. It allows employees and students to spend time at a participating European institution. European Higher Education Institutions participating in ICM can set up mobility agreements with partners around the world to send and receive students and employees.
This mobility aims to increase the capacity, attractiveness, and international dimension of the participating institutions. As a result, international ties are strengthened, giving partners the opportunity to increase their visibility at local and global levels.
Outbound Employee Mobility
CUT employees going to spend time at a participating partner institution abroad for a period of 7 days up to a full semester. This also extends to employees who are registered part-time students (e.g., Master's or PhD studies at CUT), as well as support services employees who can visit a participating institution abroad for 7 to 14 days.
Inbound Employee Mobility
Employees from participating partner institutions coming to CUT for a period of 7 days up to a full semester. Both academic and support services employees are included in this exchange opportunity.
Summer School Programmes
At CUT, we believe that learning knows no season. Our Summer School Programmes are designed to ignite your passion for knowledge, exploration, and personal growth during the sunny months. Our dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and engaging curriculum ensure a vibrant and enriching learning experience.
Explore our diverse range of programmes, apply with ease, and embark on a summer of inspiration, discovery, and academic excellence in the Heart of South Africa.
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Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences, Germany summer school group
