2027 published example: English level 3, Mathematics level 4, Physical Sciences level 4, Life Sciences level 4; Selection score and ranking must be confirmed. Two additional 20-credit subjects at level 4; at most one additional language.
The CAO gives first preference to applicants who never studied previously at any other university. Interview, placement test and voluntary-practice report. Eight hours of relevant voluntary service encouraged. Ranked selection: the 30 highest-ranked applicants are allowed access to the programme; minimums do not guarantee admission. On-time CAO applications for 2027 closed on 30 September 2026; from 1 October the CAO accepts late applications only for selected DUT programmes, so check the CAO.
Your qualification route
Complete the professional orthotics and prosthetics qualification and its clinical and workshop training.
Confirm applicable practical, service and HPCSA registration requirements.
Work with patients and rehabilitation teams to fit, review and adapt devices.
Orthotics supports body function; prosthetics replaces a missing body part. This is a patient-care profession as well as technical design work.
