Durban University of Technology: Statistics

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#2266 of 14,131 In the World
#41 of 1,104 In Africa
#13 of 26 In South Africa
#2 of 3 In Durban
#363 of 2,297 For Renewable Energy Engineering
Top50% For 82 other topics
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Quick Review

Acceptance rate
75%
Type
Non-profit
Funding
Public-private
partnership
Highest Degree
Doctorate
Website
www.dut.ac.za
Languages
English

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate75%
Admissions RequirementsThe admission requirements depend on the type of qualification/programme and the minimum minimum entry requirements for that qualification/programme
Academic CalendarJanuary to December

We've calculated the 75% acceptance rate for Durban University of Technology based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.

Research profile

Durban University of Technology has published 8,603 scientific papers with 112,149 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Environmental Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Engineering, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Medicine, Political Science, and Law.

Publications
8,603
Citations
112,149

Durban University of Technology majors

by publication & citation count

Environmental Science
4,415 / 68,063
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
4,320 / 41,802
Engineering
4,307 / 71,285
Biology
4,267 / 79,481
Physics
3,828 / 56,018
Chemistry
3,453 / 70,711
Computer Science
3,147 / 30,404
Medicine
3,008 / 45,187
Political Science
2,952 / 28,020
Law
2,776 / 27,077
Quantum and Particle physics
2,736 / 37,406
Business
2,510 / 19,015
Sociology
2,285 / 20,639
Ecology
2,256 / 42,506
Organic Chemistry
2,240 / 49,131
Economics
2,182 / 20,994
Geography and Cartography
2,169 / 23,801
Geology
2,022 / 34,873
Mathematics
1,952 / 19,132
Biochemistry
1,949 / 47,694
Psychology
1,914 / 16,699
Philosophy
1,834 / 13,417
Materials Science
1,627 / 28,011
Development Studies
1,453 / 15,377
History
1,409 / 14,320
Pathology
1,385 / 24,398
Statistics
1,378 / 15,624
Genetics
1,370 / 34,361
Archaeology
1,298 / 13,928
Paleontology
1,245 / 19,951
Management
1,217 / 10,871
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
1,146 / 9,862
Environmental Management
1,071 / 26,040
Linguistics
980 / 7,142
Electrical Engineering
973 / 12,304
Marketing
935 / 6,504
Machine Learning
882 / 9,655
Public Health
819 / 13,440
Chemical Engineering
789 / 15,574
Art & Design
755 / 6,958

Annual publication & citation counts

Year Publications Citations
1992 1 4
1993 3 5
1994 5 6
1995 1 10
1996 8 26
1997 10 14
1998 9 23
1999 9 21
2000 11 36
2001 23 33
2002 39 104
2003 40 113
2004 31 212
2005 53 263
2006 53 327
2007 60 410
2008 48 527
2009 71 635
2010 115 728
2011 125 961
2012 152 1194
2013 211 1469
2014 313 2018
2015 321 2396
2016 394 3188
2017 452 3718
2018 483 4725
2019 580 6082
2020 697 9203
2021 920 14743
2022 1085 16878
2023 1210 19257
2024 996 21427
Academic rankings

Tuition

The tuition table for Durban University of Technology gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.

Faculty Program Annual Tuition (ZAR)
Applied Sciences Bachelor of Technology: Biotechnology 47,000
Applied Sciences Bachelor of Technology: Chemistry 47,000
Applied Sciences Bachelor of Technology: Food and Nutrition Consumer Sciences 47,000
Arts and Design Bachelor of Technology: Drama and Production Studies 47,000
Arts and Design Bachelor of Technology: Fashion 47,000
Arts and Design Bachelor of Technology: Fine Art 47,000
Engineering and the Built Environment Bachelor of Technology: Civil Engineering 47,000
Engineering and the Built Environment Bachelor of Technology: Electrical Engineering 47,000
Engineering and the Built Environment Bachelor of Technology: Mechanical Engineering 47,000
Health Sciences Bachelor of Technology: Dental Technology 47,000
Health Sciences Bachelor of Technology: Emergency Medical Care 47,000
Health Sciences Bachelor of Technology: Homoeopathy 47,000
Management Sciences Bachelor of Technology: Cost and Management Accounting 47,000
Management Sciences Bachelor of Technology: Human Resources Management 47,000
Management Sciences Bachelor of Technology: Marketing 47,000

The Durban University of Technology has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.

Programs and Degrees

The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Durban University of Technology.

Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.

Programs Bachelor Master Doctoral
Art & Design Yes Yes Yes
Biology Yes Yes Yes
Business Yes Yes Yes
Chemistry Yes Yes Yes
Computer Science Yes Yes Yes
Economics Yes Yes Yes
Engineering Yes Yes Yes
Environmental Science Yes Yes Yes
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Yes Yes Yes
Mathematics Yes Yes Yes
Medicine Yes Yes Yes
Physics Yes Yes Yes
Psychology Yes Yes Yes
Bachelor's Degree Architecture, Biotechnology, Business Education, Chemical Engineering, Child Care and Development, Chiropractic, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Education, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Environmental Studies, Food Science, Graphic Design, Homeopathic Medicine, Industrial Chemistry, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Journalism, Laboratory Techniques, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Technology, Nursing, Office Management, Photography, Prosthetics and Orthotics, Radiology, Regional Planning, Science Education, Sports Management, Surveying and Mapping, Textile Technology, Visual Arts
Advanced Diploma Accountancy, Applied Linguistics, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Clothing and Sewing, Comparative Sociology, Consumer Studies, Cooking and Catering, Fashion Design, Food Science, Horticulture, Information Management, Information Sciences, Information Technology, Interior Design, Jewellery Art, Logistics Management, Management, Nutrition, Paper Technology, Performing Arts, Public Administration, Taxation, Textile Technology, Tourism, Vocational Education
Honours Degree Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Food Science, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Textile Technology, Visual Arts
Postgraduate Diploma Accountancy, Adult Education, Anatomy, Business Administration, Chemistry, Child Care and Development, Fashion Design, Finance, Health Administration, Horticulture, Hotel and Restaurant, Human Resources, Logistics Management, Management, Marine Science and Oceanography, Marketing, Nursing, Nutrition, Occupational Health, Public Relations, Retailing and Wholesaling, Taxation, Tourism
Master's Degree Accountancy, Adult Education, Anatomy, Biotechnology, Chiropractic, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Dental Technology, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, Fashion Design, Food Science, Graphic Design, Homeopathic Medicine, Human Resources, Industrial Engineering, Information Management, Information Sciences, Information Technology, Interior Design, Laboratory Techniques, Marine Science and Oceanography, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Technology, Nursing, Nutrition, Photography, Public Administration, Public Relations, Radiology, Retailing and Wholesaling, Surveying and Mapping
Doctorate Accountancy, Applied Physics, Biotechnology, Chiropractic, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Studies, Food Science, Homeopathic Medicine, Human Resources, Industrial Engineering, Information Sciences, Information Technology, Interior Design, Laboratory Techniques, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Technology, Nursing, Nutrition, Photography, Public Administration, Public Relations, Radiology, Retailing and Wholesaling, Surveying and Mapping, Visual Arts

Notable alumni

  1. Gordon Murray

    Gordon Murray
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1946-.. (age 79)
    Occupations
    automotive engineercar designer
    Biography

    Ian Gordon Murray CBE, is a successful and influential South African-British former (Formula One) race-car designer, renowned firstly as lead designer for both the Brabham and McLaren Formula 1 racing teams, during 1969–1986 and 1987–1991 respectively, then as designer of high-end, high-performance sports cars and a variety of other innovative automotive projects.

  2. Nduduzo Makhathini

    Nduduzo Makhathini
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1982-.. (age 43)
    Enrolled in the Durban University of Technology
    In 2005 graduated with Diplom in jazz piano
    Occupations
    bandleaderrecord producerjazz pianistcomposerjazz musician
    Biography

    Nduduzo Makhathini is a South African jazz musician from Umgungundlovu, Pietermaritzburg, South Africa.

Durban University of Technology faculties and divisions

Centre : Continuing and Professional Education (CCPE) Education
Centre : Entrepreneurship and Innovation (innobiz) Leadership
Centre : Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) Education
Centre : General Education Education
Centre : International for Non-Violence (ICON) Peace and Disarmament
Centre : Space Science Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
Centre : Urban Futures (UFC) Sustainable Development, Urban Studies
Faculty : Accounting and Informatics Accountancy, Finance, Information Management, Information Technology, Management, Taxation
Faculty : Applied Sciences Analytical Chemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Food Science, Food Technology, Horticulture, Marine Science and Oceanography, Mathematics, Nutrition, Physics, Sports Management, Statistics, Textile Technology
Faculty : Arts and Design Architectural and Environmental Design, Communication Studies, Education, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Jewellery Art, Journalism, Media Studies, Modern Languages, Performing Arts, Photography, Radio and Television Broadcasting, Textile Design, Theatre, Translation and Interpretation, Video, Visual Arts
Faculty : Engineering and the Built Environment Architecture and Planning, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Power Engineering, Regional Planning, Surveying and Mapping, Town Planning, Urban Studies
Faculty : Health Sciences Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Chiropractic, Community Health, Dental Hygiene, Dental Technology, Environmental Studies, Health Sciences, Homeopathic Medicine, Medical Technology, Medicine, Nursing, Radiology, Stomatology
Faculty : Management Sciences Business Administration, Commercial Law, Cooking and Catering, Economics, Hotel and Restaurant, Hotel Management, Human Resources, Labour Law, Law, Management, Maritime Law, Marketing, Public Administration, Public Relations, Real Estate, Retailing and Wholesaling, Small Business, Tourism
Institute : Confucius Chinese
Institute : Water and Wastewater Technology Waste Management, Water Management, Water Science
Research Division : Gender Justice, Health and Human Development Gender Studies
School : DUT Business Business Administration

General information

Alternative names DUT
Founded 2002
Accreditation South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET)

Location and contacts

Address PO Box 1334
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4000
South Africa
City population 595,000

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