2026 News
IP unlocks new opportunities in sport industry
Innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship in sport took centre stage at TUT's World Intellectual Property (IP) Day celebration, held under the theme “IP and Sport – Ready, Set, Innovation.” The event highlighted how intellectual property drives growth, protects innovation and creates new opportunities across the modern sports industry.
Engineering doctoral candidates head to France for research exchange
The Transport Education and Training Authority (TETA) Research Chair, hosted at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), is marking another milestone with two civil engineering doctoral students funded under the Chair heading to the University Gustave Eiffel (UGE) in France to enrich their research.
TUT boasts state-of-the-art recording studio
The Tshwane University of Technology's recording studio has undergone a comprehensive refurbishment, positioning it among the most advanced recording facilities in South Africa.
TUT takes housing and human settlement matters to international spaces
Community engagement and architecture activism come together at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) to bring housing, human settlements and building industry matters to national and international platforms.
New chapter for African Rail Development opens at inaugural Africa CRTS Training
Africa’s commuter rail future took centre stage in Johannesburg, with the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) in partnership with the International Union of Railways (UIC) hosting the inaugural African Commuter and Regional Train Services (CRTS) Training. Global experts convened at the meeting to advance rail innovation, safety, passenger experience and modernisation for sustainable and reliable rail systems across the continent.
Three minutes to success for TUT lecturer and doctoral candidate
A Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) lecturer and doctoral candidate will represent the University at regional level after winning the SANORD Three Minute Thesis Institutional Competition. Her achievement highlights excellence in research communication and showcases the ability to present complex academic work in a clear and engaging way.
TUT Forges Strategic Partnerships with Top Universities to Boost Research Excellence
In a significant step to boost research productivity and foster national collaboration, Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with several leading South African universities to co-host Postdoctoral Research Fellows.
TUT Breaks into Global Top 12% in 2026 EduRank
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has ranked 1,663rd out of 14,131 universities worldwide in the 2026 EduRank Rankings, placing it in the top 12% globally. The university also ranked 34th in Africa (out of 1,104) and 13th nationally among South Africa’s 26 public universities.
TUT Research Output More Than Doubles in Four Years
The Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) has recorded a strong and consistent upward trajectory in its research productivity, according to the Department of Higher Education and Training’s (DHET) official Sector Report on the Evaluation of the 2024 Universities’ Research Outputs.
Resilience and determination shape first-year success
First-year Financial Management student Nthabeleng Mohubedu (24) is determinedly embracing University life and focusing on her future. As she adapts to a new learning environment, she is building independence, strengthening her academic skills and making the most of every opportunity at the Tshwane University of Technology’ (TUT) Faculty of Economics and Finance.