The Vaal University of Technology (VUT) accommodates approximately 17 000 students through its campuses in Secunda, Kempton Park, Klerksdorp and Upington.

Its academic emphasis is on career-focused diploma and degree programmes that prepare students for the world of work. Many programmes include practical experience in the workplace, so that students “hit the ground running” when they begin their working lives.

VUT has four faculties (Applied and Computer Science, Engineering and Technology, Human Sciences, Management Sciences) and its vision is to be a dynamic centre of technology leading in quality education for the nation.