CUT Accommodation, Residences have full-time Residence Managers who manage the facilities and are supported by a Warden and Sub-wardens.
NB: If you experience any problems with residence telephone numbers, call +27 (0)51 507 3911.
To maximize the housing system’s educational value, as well as to unite student life and learning, the residence leadership strives to:
- Encourage first-year students to participate in the existing academic support programmes for identified risk subjects offered by the Centre of Counselling;
- Establish smaller study groups in the residences emanating from above in co-operation with the Centre of Counselling;
- Involve academic and support staff regularly in student programmes in residences;
- Instil responsibility towards the community through community services.
LADIES RESIDENCES
| Huis TechnikonSituated on campus | Tel: +27 (0)51 507 3175 |
| WelgemoedSituated on campus | Tel: +27 (0)51 507 3171 |
| Mannheim LadiesMannheim is situated on the corner of King Edward road and Ella streets, within walking distance of CUT Bloemfontein Campus. | Tel: +27 (0)51 507 3161 |
| Graduandi House The residence is situated on campus, and accommodates male and female postgraduate students. | Tel: +27 (0)51 507 4175 |
MEN RESIDENCES
| Situated on campus | Tel: +27 (0)51 507 3170 |
| LoggiesLoggies is situated on the corner of Goddard and Saltzman Streets, within walking distance of the CUT Bloemfontein Campus. | Tel: +27 (0)51 507 3247 |
| Mannheim MenMannheim is situated on the corner of King Edward road and Ella streets, within walking distance of the CUT campus. | Tel: +27 (0)51 507 3594 |
| Gymnos Gymnos residence accommodates sport students and is situated in Park Road, within walking distance from the CUT campus in Bloemfontein. | Tel: +27 (0)51 507 4182 |
CAMPUS LIVING
Foodstuff
- Ready prepared meals are available in the Cafeteria in the Lapeng Student Centre.
- Students are also allowed to prepare food in the residences.
- CUT Bloemfontein Campus is located within walking distance from Loch Logan Waterfront, one of the city’s major malls.
Equipped rooms
| Bed and mattress |
| Cupboard |
| Desk and chair |
| Wastepaper bin |
| Curtains |
| Wifi available in all residences |
Available in residence
| Televisions |
| Laundromat |
| Learning and living areas |
Items needed for on campus living (check list)
| Bathroom suppliesTowels, toiletries. |
| Cleaning and washing agentsHandy Andy, soap powder for automatic washing machines, fabric softener, Clothes-pegs, laundry bag, bucket (plastic). |
| CrockeryCoffee-mug, glass |
| GroceriesCoffee, tea, milk powder, sugar, soft drinks. |
| BeddingDuvet or bedspread, extra blanket in winter, pillow, sheets and pillowcases. |
| ElectronicPortable radio, alarm clock, iron, electrical extension cord, double-adapter plug, bedside lamp, and chargers for phones, tablets, etc. |
| Extra-curricular activitiesStudents who belong to organisations that attend camps as part of their programme must bring sleeping bags, cutlery and crockery. |
Residence matters to note:
- Students are responsible for the washing and ironing of their own laundry and/or linen.
- No refrigerators and/or freezers may be kept without permission.
- No kettles are allowed. Boiling water is available.
- Students are responsible for their own medication for injuries and illnesses, such as allergies, colds and flu, etc.
- Students may be in possession of cars. Parking is at the student’s own risk.
Apply to Residence
Only students who have been accepted academically by the CUT may apply.
Application forms for Residences at CUT must reach the Residence Office by the closing dates indicated below. Residence application forms that are not submitted directly to the office will not be processed. Forms can be submitted via the CUT website or check the form for other submission options.
Students will be placed based on the availability as our residences have limited space.
Banking details and application fees
Boarding Fees
The boarding fees payable by students annually or per semester covers only their accommodation for the duration of the academic quarter.
Important Dates
Applications will open and close on the dates indicated below for residences.
| Applications for | Open for Submission | Closing Date |
| 2nd Semester | 1 April | 30 April |
| 2020 | 1 August | 31 August |
| First-years applying have no closing date. |
External Accommodation
Please note: The Central University of Technology takes no responsibility for private accommodation that is external to the university. These options are listed to assist and are not accredited or endorsed by CUT.
Make sure to:
- Visit the site of the accommodation before committing to the property.
- Ask questions about safety, cost of water and lights, and any additional extras such as parking etc.
On Campus Accommodation during CUT Academic Recesses
Traveling to Bloemfontein for a conference, seminar, workshop or a school/university tour group and need affordable accommodation?
Why not stay on campus, and enjoy the following advantages:
- Centrally situated campus
- Affordable rates
- Accommodation for large groups
- Enjoy well-manicured grounds and social areas of campus
- 24hr Security
- On campus cafeteria
- Within easy walking distance of the Loch Logan Waterfront
When are the facilities open? During the residences closed recesses for academic term, see year programme.