The Central University of Technology’s Centre for Global Engagement (CGE), formerly known as the International Office, serves as the primary Knowledge Hub for CUT on comprehensive internationalisation. Our work spans International Academic Partnerships, International Student Support Services, University student and staff mobility, and broader internationalisation activities.
The Centre houses four dedicated units: the Study Abroad and Mobility Unit, the International Student Support Services Unit, the International Academic Partnerships Unit, and the International Student Recruitment and Communication Liaison Unit.
CUT firmly believes that an immersive cultural experience contributes to the formation of a solid foundation and is critical for the development of life skills. This strengthens all internationalisation endeavours linked to academic or extracurricular programmes, enhancing our overall effectiveness and efficiency.
Explore Our Services and Resources
Full Degree-Seeking Students
Information and support for international students pursuing full qualifications at CUT.
Academic Exchange Students and Staff
Guidance and mobility opportunities for visiting exchange students and academic staff.
International University Partnerships
Explore our global network and active map of institutional collaborations.
CUT Exchange House
Dedicated guesthouse accommodation for visiting international guests and scholars.
YEBO! Doctoral Studies
Supporting the internationalisation of doctoral studies in South Africa.
iKudu and Active Partnership Map
Discover our involvement in the iKudu network and view our active global partnerships.
CGE Vision
The CGE will lead a comprehensive approach to internationalisation to support all CUT stakeholders in their respective contribution towards CUT’s vision to be a leading African University of Technology, shaping the future through innovation.
CGE Mission
- The enhancement of the international higher education engagement of CUT.
- The enrichment of a comprehensive international student and staff services agenda that supports our CUT Global Engagement Strategy and all internationalisation activities.
Main Areas of Work
- Implementing the CUT Global Engagement Strategy and monitoring the evaluation of stakeholder action plans.
- Developing strategic alliances and managing institutional academic partnerships, collaborations, and network memberships.
- Working with CUT stakeholders to develop their internationalisation agendas.
- Managing an ongoing schedule of visits by CUT delegations globally, and hosting international delegations at CUT.
- Further enhancing the international profile of CUT.
- Developing and managing international mobility and other opportunities for students and staff.
- Internationalising the campus, the curriculum, and services to staff, students, partners, and stakeholders.
Strategic Objectives
- Transforming the CUT campus into an International Campus offering "a home away from home" for existing and future international students and staff.
- Fostering an institutional commitment to diversity, inclusion, and bridging cultural gaps.
- Increasing the numbers of international students and staff.
- Enriching the CUT experience for international students.
- Growing student exchange opportunities to enhance education quality through internationalisation at home and abroad.
- Providing mobility opportunities for staff (inbound and outbound) at all levels, including administrative staff.
- Managing current institutional academic collaborations and expanding international cooperation.
Internationalisation at Home
"The purposeful integration of international and intercultural dimensions into the formal and informal curriculum for all students within domestic learning environments" (Beelen and Jones, 2015). At CUT, this is seen as bringing the global and local together.
International Student Association (ISA)
The ISA is a student organisation that merges and connects diverse cultures through social events, support, and representation to improve the international student experience at CUT and in the Free State. The ISA aims to create knowledge and understanding of other countries, their cultures, religions, and values, helping students become global citizens. It strives to build strong, diverse relationships and achieve cultural appreciation through various events and activities throughout the academic year.
Important Notice
All international students have automatic membership to the ISA.
