Vaal University Of Technology Distance Learning

Vaal University Of Technology Distance Learning, A warm welcome to the Vaal University of Technology. Thank you for the interest shown in our institution. We are confident that we have the answer to probably one of the most important decisions of your life.

Why Study at VUT

• VUT offers industry-tailored academic programmes.
• VUT has internationally recognised academic programmes.
• VUT has partnerships with various industries that focus on technology, innovation and entrepreneurship development.
• VUT has ECSA accredited Engineering courses.
• VUT is the only institution offering an Advanced Diploma in Safety Management.
• VUT owns a technology and innovation hub known as The Southern Gauteng Science & Technology Park, focusing on promoting entrepreneurship.
• VUT has state-of-the-art sporting and recreational facilities.
• VUT has nationally recognised sports players.
• VUT has produced leaders in technology, sport, music and other areas.

The Blended learning unit strives to:

• increase the adoption of E-Learning and contribute to the success and engagement of students.
• enhance the student experience, skills and satisfaction to increase retention and throughput.
• enable greater access and flexibility in the delivery of quality teaching and learning in particular blended learning with a focus on professional development of lecturers
• encourage a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in learning and teaching and in particular blended learning.
• establish an environment that will encourage uptake and embed E-Learning in core practice.
• support the institution’s goal to deliver a “student-centred” learning experience through E-learning.

VUTELA – a blackboard propriety based learning management system (LMS) which is externally hosted to ensure reliability, scalability and sustainability is the institution-wide LMS.