Vaal University of Technology: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #4133 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #136 of 1,104 | In Africa |
| #22 of 26 | In South Africa |
| #540 of 1,003 | For Aviation |
| Top50% | For 39 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 90%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.vut.ac.za
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 90% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Senior Certificate, National Certificate, National Vocational Certificate, Placement tests, International Equivalence Certificates |
| Academic Calendar | January to December |
We've calculated the 90% acceptance rate for Vaal 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
Vaal University of Technology has published 3,577 scientific papers with 52,732 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Environmental Science, Engineering, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Quantum and Particle physics, Political Science, Computer Science, and Law.
Vaal University of Technology majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 1 | 6 |
| 1994 | 4 | 4 |
| 1995 | 2 | 6 |
| 1996 | 3 | 3 |
| 1997 | 3 | 6 |
| 1998 | 0 | 14 |
| 1999 | 1 | 9 |
| 2000 | 3 | 12 |
| 2001 | 6 | 13 |
| 2002 | 7 | 16 |
| 2003 | 2 | 22 |
| 2004 | 9 | 19 |
| 2005 | 18 | 22 |
| 2006 | 30 | 42 |
| 2007 | 21 | 43 |
| 2008 | 28 | 63 |
| 2009 | 43 | 101 |
| 2010 | 81 | 195 |
| 2011 | 128 | 311 |
| 2012 | 123 | 479 |
| 2013 | 194 | 727 |
| 2014 | 271 | 945 |
| 2015 | 155 | 1248 |
| 2016 | 202 | 1437 |
| 2017 | 231 | 1691 |
| 2018 | 223 | 2119 |
| 2019 | 279 | 3250 |
| 2020 | 310 | 4416 |
| 2021 | 295 | 6318 |
| 2022 | 230 | 7087 |
| 2023 | 315 | 7939 |
| 2024 | 247 | 7927 |
| 2025 | 120 | 7506 |
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 Vaal 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 | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bachelor's Degree | Biotechnology, Communication Studies, Criminology, Education, Health Sciences, Medical Technology, Nursing, Police Studies |
|---|---|
| Advanced Diploma | Accountancy, Agricultural Management, Agriculture, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Hotel and Restaurant, Human Resources, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Logistics Management, Management, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Operations Research, Photography, Police Studies, Public Relations, Sports Management, Tourism, Vocational Education |
| Postgraduate Diploma | Accountancy, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Higher Education, Hotel and Restaurant, Human Resources, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Labour and Industrial Relations, Logistics Management, Management, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Technology, Metallurgical Engineering, Photography, Police Studies, Public Relations, Tourism |
| Master's Degree | Accountancy, Administration, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Ceramics and Glass Technology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Education, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Fashion Design, Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Higher Education, Hotel and Restaurant, Human Resources, Industrial Engineering, Information Technology, Labour and Industrial Relations, Logistics Management, Management, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Multimedia, Photography, Public Relations, Tourism |
| Doctorate | Biotechnology, Business Administration, Business and Commerce, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Hotel and Restaurant, Information Technology, Management, Marketing, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Photography, Visual Arts |
Vaal University of Technology faculties and divisions
| Centre : Technology Transfer and Innovation | Technology |
|---|---|
| Department/Division : Research | Consumer Studies, Ecology, Educational Research, Health Sciences, Heritage Preservation, Human Resources, Logistics Management, Management, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Pharmacology, Public Relations, Sustainable Development, Tourism, Waste Management, Water Management, Water Science |
| Faculty : Applied and Computer Science | Analytical Chemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Business Computing, Chemistry, Community Health, Computer Science, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, Software Engineering |
| Faculty : Engineering and Technology | Building Technologies, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Fashion Design, Hotel and Restaurant, Hydraulic Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Multimedia, Photography, Power Engineering, Production Engineering, Tourism, Transport Engineering |
| Faculty : Human Sciences | Arts and Humanities, Ceramic Art, Clothing and Sewing, Education, Fine Arts, Food Science, Graphic Design, Law, Photography, Public Relations, Tourism |
| Faculty : Management Sciences | Accountancy, Business Administration, Human Resources, Labour and Industrial Relations, Management, Marketing, Transport Management |
| Institute : Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology | Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering |
| Institute : Sustainable Livelihoods | Development Studies, Food Science |
General information
| Alternative names | VUT |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1966 |
| Accreditation | Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET), South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) |
Location and contacts
| Address | Private Bag X021 Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, 1900 South Africa |
|---|---|
| City population | 96,000 |