Founded in 1981, Central University of Technology is a non-profit public higher-education institution located in the medium city of Bloemfontein (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), Free State. This institution also has a branch campus in Welkom. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education and Training of South Africa, Central University of Technology (CUT) is a large coeducational South African higher education institution. Central University of Technology (CUT) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. CUT also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.