Durban University of Technology: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #2289 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #41 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #14 of 26 | In South Africa |
| #2 of 3 | In Durban |
| #446 of 2,152 | For Renewable Energy Engineering |
| Top50% | For 68 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 75%
- Enrollment
- 10,213
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.dut.ac.za
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 75% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | The admission requirements depend on the type of qualification/programme and the minimum minimum entry requirements for that qualification/programme |
| Academic Calendar | January to December |
| Enrollment | 10,213 |
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 6,448 scientific papers with 69,401 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Biology, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Medicine, Quantum and Particle physics, and Political Science.
Durban University of Technology majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 1 | 6 |
| 1992 | 1 | 3 |
| 1993 | 3 | 3 |
| 1994 | 4 | 3 |
| 1995 | 1 | 2 |
| 1996 | 6 | 13 |
| 1997 | 10 | 7 |
| 1998 | 7 | 10 |
| 1999 | 7 | 8 |
| 2000 | 11 | 20 |
| 2001 | 18 | 21 |
| 2002 | 34 | 75 |
| 2003 | 37 | 86 |
| 2004 | 21 | 140 |
| 2005 | 38 | 186 |
| 2006 | 49 | 253 |
| 2007 | 53 | 323 |
| 2008 | 36 | 420 |
| 2009 | 61 | 531 |
| 2010 | 99 | 604 |
| 2011 | 111 | 800 |
| 2012 | 124 | 969 |
| 2013 | 164 | 1216 |
| 2014 | 258 | 1554 |
| 2015 | 258 | 1899 |
| 2016 | 335 | 2514 |
| 2017 | 406 | 2830 |
| 2018 | 419 | 3466 |
| 2019 | 499 | 4800 |
| 2020 | 574 | 6901 |
| 2021 | 801 | 10876 |
| 2022 | 963 | 13270 |
| 2023 | 950 | 14029 |
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 |
| Postgraduate Diploma | Business Administration |
|---|---|
| Master of Technology | Accountancy, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Chiropractic, Civil Engineering, Dental Technology, Electrical Engineering, Fine Arts, Food Technology, Homeopathic Medicine, Human Resources, Industrial Engineering, Information Sciences, Journalism, Library Science, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Modern Languages, Nursing, Public Administration, Public Relations, Radiology, Surveying and Mapping, Taxation, Tourism |
| Master's Degree | Chemistry, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Information Technology, Medicine, Nutrition, Photography |
| Doctor of Technology | Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Dental Technology, Electrical Engineering, Food Technology, Homeopathic Medicine, Human Resources, Industrial Engineering, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Modern Languages, Nursing, Public Administration, Radiology, Surveying and Mapping |
| Doctorate | Chemistry, Information Technology, Nutrition |
Notable alumni
-
Gordon Murray
- Occupations
- car designerautomotive engineer
- Biography
-
Ian Gordon Murray, is a South African-British designer of Formula One racing cars for Brabham and McLaren and the McLaren F1 high-performance road car. Founder and CEO of Gordon Murray Design and Gordon Murray Automotive he has subsequently designed and built a number of sports cars and a variety of other automotive vehicles.
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Nduduzo Makhathini
- Enrolled in the Durban University of Technology
- In 2005 graduated with Diplom in jazz piano
- Occupations
- university teacherjazz musiciancomposerjazz pianistrecord producer
- 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 |
| School : DUT Business | Business Administration |
General information
| Alternative names | DUT |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2002 |
| Accreditation | South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) |
Location and contacts
| Address | PO Box 1334 Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, 4000 South Africa |
|---|---|
| City population | 595,000 |