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The Postgraduate Journey
CUT postgraduate programmes equip you with advanced research skills, critical thinking and industry expertise to solve complex global south challenges.
Skills, Innovation and Real-World Impact
Why Choose CUT?
As a University of Technology, our postgraduate degrees focus on applied research and innovation. You will gain advanced problem-solving skills, work closely with industry partners and contribute to research that directly impacts communities and the economy.
The Coursework and Professional Track
For students focused on career advancement, specialised skills, and standard admissions.
Advance your professional expertise with our NQF Level 7 and NQF Level 8 programmes. These qualifications focus on specialised coursework and applied skills to accelerate your career.
Applications follow the standard CUT admission cycle.
The Research and Innovation Track
For students focused on applied research, original contribution to knowledge, and finding a supervisor.
Contribute to real-world impact with our NQF Level 9 and NQF Level 10 research degrees. Whether you are pursuing a Master's by dissertation or a Doctorate, your journey begins with a conversation.
You must connect with our Faculty Assistant Deans to explore research options and identify a study supervisor before applying.
Research Impact
Meet Our Faculty Research Leaders
| Our Assistant Deans of Research, Innovation and Engagement are here to advise you on research inquiries, help you refine your research proposal and connect you with the right study supervisor in your faculty. | |||
| Assistant Deans: Research, Innovation and Engagement | E-mail | Tel Nr | Faculty / Unit |
| Prof. Yali Woyessa | ywoyessa@cut.ac.za | +27(0) 51 507 3452 | Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology |
| Prof. Moosa Sedibe | msedibe@cut.ac.za | +27(0) 51 507 4054 | Health and Environmental Sciences |
| Prof. Alfred Modise | mamodise@cut.ac.za | +27(0)57 910 3791 | Humanities |
| Prof. Patient Rambe | prambe@cut.ac.za | +27(0) 51 507 4064 | Management Sciences |