MUT Extended Courses Open for 2025 Late Applications

The Mangosuthu University of Technology 2025 late applications are currently open and the extended courses offered at MUT have space. The extended courses are for students who don't qualify for the mainstream courses. Interested prospective students are advised to submit their online applications on time to secure their space. 

MUT Extended Courses Open for 2025 Late Applications

Extended Curriculum Programmes (ECP) at MUT are designed to support students who show academic potential but do not meet the entry requirements for mainstream programmes. In this article we explore MUT extended courses available, their requirements, benefits and closing dates. 

Extended Courses Available for 2025 Late Applications at MUT:

• Diploma in Accounting (ECP)
• Diploma in Public Finance & Accounting (ECP)
• Diploma in Agriculture: Animal Production (ECP)
• Diploma in Agriculture: Crop Production (ECP)
• Diploma in Building (ECP)
• Diploma in Surveying (ECP)
• Diploma in Civil Engineering (ECP)
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering (ECP)
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (ECP)
• Diploma in Information Technology (ECP)

Requirements of Extended Courses Available for 2025 Late Applications at MUT:

Diploma in Accounting (ECP)

APS: 25

English: Level 4

Accounting: Level 4

Mathematics: Level 3

Mathematical Literacy: Level 5

Any 3 subjects excluding LO: Level 3

Diploma in Public Finance & Accounting (ECP)

APS: 25

English: Level 4

Accounting: Level 4

Mathematics: Level 3

Mathematical Literacy: Level 5

Any 3 subjects excluding LO: Level 3

Diploma in Agriculture: Animal Production (ECP)

APS: 25

English: Level 4

Mathematics: Level 3

Mathematical Literacy: Level 4

Physical Science: Level 3

Agricultural OR Life Science: Level 4

Diploma in Agriculture: Crop Production (ECP)

APS: 25

English: Level 4

Mathematics: Level 3

Mathematical Literacy: Level 4

Physical Science: Level 3

Agricultural OR Life Science: Level 4

Diploma in Building (ECP)

APS: N/A

English: Level 4

Mathematics: Level 4

Physical Science: Level 4

Diploma in Surveying (ECP)

APS: N/A

English: Level 4

Mathematics: Level 4

Physical Science: Level 4

Diploma in Civil Engineering (ECP)

APS: N/A

English: Level 4

Mathematics: Level 4

Physical Science: Level 4

Diploma in Electrical Engineering (ECP)

APS: N/A

English: Level 4

Mathematics: Level 4

Physical Science: Level 4

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (ECP)

APS: N/A

English: Level 4

Mathematics: Level 4

Physical Science: Level 4

Eng Graph & Des: Level 4

Diploma in Information Technology (ECP)

APS: 23

English: Level 3

Mathematics: Level 2

Mathematical Literacy: Level 3

Benefits of Studying an Extended Course at MUT:

1. If your matric results did not meet the minimum entry requirements for your preferred course, an extended degree gives you a second opportunity to pursue your studies.
2. The foundational courses prepare students by reinforcing fundamental academic skills, making the transition to mainstream studies smoother.
3. Students in extended programmes often benefit from smaller class sizes and additional academic support from lecturers and tutors.
4. Once students complete the extended programme, they progress to the mainstream course and graduate with the same degree as those who entered directly.
5. The extended curriculum helps students adapt to university life, develop good study habits, and gain confidence in their academic abilities.

How to Apply for Late Admissions at MUT for 2025

All first year applications are submitted through the Central Applications Office (CAO). This is a simplified way of applying for more than one programme and at different institutions, using one application form and paying a single application fee. Follow the easy steps below to apply at MUT through CAO for 2025:

Step 1: Visit the CAO website: www.cao.ac.za 

Step 2: Click on the "apply" tab

Step 3: Read the information and click on the "continue with application" tab

Step 4:  Enter your ID number or your Cao number. then click on submit 

Step 5: Click on the "continue with application" tab

Step 6: Enter All the information requested. Once you have entered all the information requested, click 'Next'

Step 7: A pop-up will appear with your CAO Number, Password and EasyPay Number.

The same information will also be sent to the email address you provided. This information is important in case you want to access your information at a later date.

PLEASE NOTE: YOU HAVE NOT YET COMPLETED YOUR APPLICATION

Step 8: Click 'Continue with Online Application'

Step 9: Capture your next of kin details 

Step 10: Enter your grade 11 results or your grade 12 results 

Step 11: Choose the courses you want to apply for (you can choose up to 6 choices) 

Step 12: Check the information provided in the Summary of your application

Step 13: Click the 'Process My Application’ button at the end of the page

YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOW BEEN SUBMITTED

A message will be displayed on screen informing you that your submission has been successful

Step 14:  You can now upload your supporting documents and pay your application fee online OR pay at an EasyPay Outlet

Late Administration fee payable for South African citizens R470-00 & International applicants R580-00

Once your Administration fee has been received, your application will be made available to the institutions to which you have applied

MUT Extended Courses Closing Date:

Mangosuthu University of Technology closing date for the extended courses for 2025 late applications in the 28th of February 2025. Prospective students interested in enrolling in any of the extended curriculum programmes are urged to ensure that their applications are completed and submitted before this deadline.

Conclusion: 

If you are eager to further your studies but didn’t meet requirements, an extended programme might be the perfect option for you. To apply at MUT during the late applications period, you need to be fast! Gather your documents and submit your application before spaces are filled up.

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