In the support of scholarly, scientific investigation, and research development

Research Development Training Material

Compendium for postgraduate students and study supervisors (PDF)

Interested in pursuing a Master's or a Doctorate?

The Assistant Deans will advise and direct you in dealing with your research inquiry.
Assistant Deans: Research, Innovation and EngagementE-mailTel NrFaculty/Unit
Prof. Yali Woyessaywoyessa@cut.ac.za+27(0) 51 507 3452Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
Prof. Moosa Sedibemsedibe@cut.ac.za+27(0) 51 507 4054Health and Environmental Sciences
Prof. Alfred Modisemamodise@cut.ac.za+27(0)57 9103791Humanities
Prof. Patient Rambeprambe@cut.ac.za+27(0) 51 507 4064Management Sciences


The closing date for Master's and Doctorate applications and registration is 31 March each year. You must contact the faculty for guidance before submitting your application.

Early Career Researchers and Scholars

The Advancing Early Career Researchers and Scholars (AECRS) programme has been developed to address the needs of emerging academic researchers in the South African higher education and research sector, for support and capacity building by partners USAf and DSI

Thuso (meaning help) Resources was developed in response to a need for a national ‘toolbox’ of useful resources for early career researchers and scholars.In the interest of working together collaboratively to build strengths, South African universities are partnering in sharing instruments, resources, and training offerings, on an open access online platform.
Thuso Connect is designed to allow South African academic researchers to participate in a nationwide, interactive, online mentorship programme. Individuals who are seeking mentorship, and others who are willing to offer it, can meet through the platform, and work together in a partnership. The platform provides an effective, ethical way of introducing mentors and mentees.

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Postgraduate support by Library and Information Services (LIS)

Exclusive postgraduate study space available equipped with network points, including access to computer labs in the Student Academic Support Centre. Postgraduate cubicles available 24hrs a day. Speak to your study supervisor/promoter about being allocated space.


Uploaded: 14 November 2025
Coordinator: Graduate School Programme in Research Education
  • Nel Eleanor
  • Tel: +27 (0)51 507 4320
  • enel@cut.ac.za
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Research Development & Postgraduate Studies
  • Van Heerden Somari
  • Tel: +27 (0)51 507 3279
  • svheerden@cut.ac.za
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