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Accredited degrees and diplomas across four faculties in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng. Applications for 2027 are open now - apply before spaces fill up.

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Graduation

14 - 16 September 2026

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Spring Graduation will take place from 14–16 September 2026. Join the celebrations as they happen and watch the ceremonies live by clicking the button below.

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SRC Elections

- Voting opens 8 September 2026

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SRC Elections 2026 run online from 8–10 September. Every registered VUT student gets one secure vote.

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SLPs

08 - 10 September 2026

Build a new skill without pausing your career.

Short Learning Programmes (SLPs) are focused courses that quickly build practical skills and relevant knowledge for personal or professional growth.

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Leading innovation for a digitally-smart industrial transformation.

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Vaal University of Technology - Leading innovation for a digitally-smart industrial transformation

Vaal University of Technology (VUT) is one of the leading public university of technology situated in Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, South Africa. As one of the prominent universities of technology in the country, VUT offers a wide range of academic programs across four faculties: Applied and Computer Sciences, Engineering and Technology, Human Sciences and Management Sciences

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Faculty of Management Sciences research colloquium: A day of insight and growth

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Faculty of Management Sciences research colloquium: A day of insight and growth

Management Sciences researchers sharpen their skills at the Faculty Colloquium

VUT Professor Fanyana Mtunzi earns NRF C2 Rating, cementing research excellence and scientific leadership

Years of curiosity and perseverance earn Professor Fanyana Mtunzi an NRF C2 rating

Ms Piesanie highlighted the safety challenges faced by women in transport, calling for greater inclusion, dignity and safer working environments.

Beyond the classroom: logistics students challenged to shape the industry’s future

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Basetsana 2026 brings bold conversations, digital lessons and music to VUT

Faculty of Management Sciences research colloquium: A day of insight and growth

Management Sciences researchers sharpen their skills at the Faculty Colloquium

VUT Professor Fanyana Mtunzi earns NRF C2 Rating, cementing research excellence and scientific leadership

Years of curiosity and perseverance earn Professor Fanyana Mtunzi an NRF C2 rating

Ms Piesanie highlighted the safety challenges faced by women in transport, calling for greater inclusion, dignity and safer working environments.

Beyond the classroom: logistics students challenged to shape the industry’s future

Woman singing into a microphone on stage, wearing a tan blazer and camo shirt, raising her left hand as she performs.

Basetsana 2026 brings bold conversations, digital lessons and music to VUT

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2nd Annual Walter Sisulu Lecture

Prof James Darkwa's Public Lecture at the Desmond Tutu Great Hall, Vaal University of Technology

VUT Senate Workshop Held at the VUT Science Park

Entrepreneuship Development Workshop

New Employees Welcomed During Onboarding at the VUT Conference Centre

VUT law students proudly represented the University at the Inter-Varsity Moot Court Competition

VUT Celebrates Essential ICT Business Development Graduates

VUT Strengthens Employment Equity & Transformation

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Sedibeng Region Public Notice: VUT Supplier Development Programme

Last updated: 29 July 2026

Convocation Statement on the VUT 60th Anniversary Jubilee

Last updated: 23 July 2026

Notice of the SRC Elections for the 2026/2027 Student Representative Council (SRC)

Last updated: 25 June 2026

Amended VUT SRC Constitution

Last updated: 25 June 2026

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🤖 3 DAYS TO GO!

The countdown is on! The 2nd International Conference on Smart and Sustainable Manufacturing (ICSSM 2026) is almost here.

Join VUT as academics, researchers and industry leaders come together to explore AI-Driven Systems in the Era of Industry 5.0 and shape the future of intelligent, human-centred and sustainable manufacturing.

📅 1–4 September 2026
📍 Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre OR Tambo, Kempton Park

The future of manufacturing is here. Are you ready?

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The VUT Faculty of Management Sciences Dean’s Awards 2026 honoured outstanding recipients whose dedication, excellence and impact continue to inspire. 🌟

Congratulations to all our deserving award recipients! Your achievements deserve to be celebrated. 🥂✨

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