UKZN Admission Requirements 2024/2025 University of KwaZulu-Natal

UKZN Admission Requirements for the 2024–2025 academic year are an important consideration for prospective students. As one of the top-ranked universities in South Africa, UKZN receives thousands of applications each year, and admission is competitive. Understanding the requirements is essential for ensuring that you meet the criteria and have the best chance of being accepted into your desired program.

UKZN offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various faculties, including law, health sciences, humanities, and engineering. The specific admission requirements for each program may vary, but there are some general requirements that all applicants must meet. These include having a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification, meeting the minimum subject requirements for the program, and achieving the minimum admission point score (APS) for the program. Applicants may also need to provide additional documents, such as certified copies of their ID or passport, academic transcripts, and English proficiency test results for international applicants.

Undergraduate Programs

Faculty	Program	Admission Requirements
Health Sciences	Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)	A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 50% in Mathematics, Physical Science, and Life Sciences. A minimum of level 4 (50%) in English as Home Language or English as a First Additional Language.
Humanities	Bachelor of Social Science	A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 30% in English.
Science and Agriculture	Bachelor of Science in Agriculture	A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science.
Engineering	Bachelor of Engineering	A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 60% in Mathematics and Physical Science.
Law and Management Studies	Bachelor of Commerce	A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 50% in Mathematics.

Prospective students are encouraged to consult the latest undergraduate prospectus for full admission requirements and application procedures. The prospectus can be found on the UKZN website or by following this link.

Postgraduate Programs

Faculty	Program	Admission Requirements
College of Agriculture, Engineering, and Science	Master of Science in Agriculture	A Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture with a minimum of 60% average
College of Agriculture, Engineering, and Science	Master of Science in Engineering	A Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with a minimum of 60% average
College of Agriculture, Engineering, and Science	Master of Science in Science	A Bachelor of Science degree in Science with a minimum of 60% average
College of Health Sciences	Master of Medicine	A Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree or equivalent
College of Health Sciences	Master of Nursing	A Bachelor of Nursing Science degree or equivalent
College of Health Sciences	Master of Pharmacy	A Bachelor of Pharmacy degree or equivalent
College of Humanities	Master of Arts	A Bachelor of Arts degree or equivalent
College of Humanities	Master of Social Science	A Bachelor of Social Science degree or equivalent
College of Law and Management Studies	Master of Business Administration	A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum of 60% average
College of Law and Management Studies	Master of Laws	A Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent

Note that these are just some of the postgraduate programs offered at UKZN. For a full list of postgraduate programs

Faculty-Specific Requirements

When applying to the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) for the 2024–2025 academic year, it is important to note that each faculty has its own specific admission requirements. Here are the faculty-specific requirements for the various schools within UKZN:

Engineering and IT

The Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering and technology. Applicants are required to have a minimum of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with an achievement rating of 5 (60-69%) in Mathematics, Physical Science, and English. For more detailed information regarding the admission requirements, applicants can refer to the Undergraduate Degree Requirements Guide provided by UKZN.

Health Sciences

The Faculty of Health Sciences offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in health and medical sciences. Admission requirements vary depending on the program of study. For example, the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) program requires applicants to have a minimum of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with an achievement rating of 6 (70–79%) in Mathematics, Physical Science, and Life Sciences. For more detailed information regarding the admission requirements, applicants can refer to the Official List of UKZN Courses And Requirements 2025 provided by UKZN.

Humanities

The School of Social Sciences within the Faculty of Humanities offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the social sciences. Admission requirements vary depending on the program of study. For example, the Bachelor of Social Science (BSocSc) program requires applicants to have a minimum of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with an achievement rating of 4 (50–59%) in English. For more detailed information regarding the admission requirements, applicants can refer to the UKZN Courses and Requirements for 2024-2025 provided by UKZN.

Law

The School of Law, within the Faculty of Law and Management Studies, offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in law. Admission requirements vary depending on the program of study. For example, the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) program requires applicants to have a minimum of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with an achievement rating of 5 (60-69%) in English. For more detailed information regarding the admission requirements, applicants can refer to the Undergraduate Degree Requirements Guide provided by UKZN.

Management Studies

The Graduate School of Business and Leadership within the Faculty of Law and Management Studies offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in business and management. Admission requirements vary depending on the program of study. For example, the Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) program requires applicants to have a minimum of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with an achievement rating of 4 (50–59%) in mathematics. For more detailed information regarding the admission requirements, applicants can refer to the Official List of UKZN Courses And Requirements 2025 provided by UKZN.

Science and Agriculture

The School of Life Sciences within the Faculty of Science and Agriculture offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the life sciences. Admission requirements vary depending on the program of study. For example, the Bachelor of Science (BSc) program requires applicants to have a minimum of a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with an achievement rating of 5 (60–69%) in mathematics and physical science. For more detailed information regarding the admission requirements, applicants can refer to the UKZN Courses and Requirements for 2024-2025 provided by UKZN.

Application Process

UKZN has different application processes for different types of students. To apply for admission to UKZN in 2024/2025, prospective students must follow the appropriate application process.

First-time undergraduate applicants who are South African citizens must apply via the Central Applications Office (CAO) at www.cao.ac.za. The CAO application form and handbook can be obtained from the CAO website or by calling +27 (0)31 268 4444. The application fee is non-refundable.

Returning undergraduate students, students with a gap year, all local postgraduate applications, and both undergraduate and postgraduate international applicants must apply online at https://applications.ukzn.ac.za/applications/online-applications/. Applicants must upload certified copies of their ID, passport, and National Senior/Matric Certificate (or equivalent).

Late applications will not be accepted from international applicants.

It is important to note that admission to UKZN is competitive, and meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee a place. Applicants are encouraged to apply early and to submit all required documents to avoid disappointment.

For more information on the application process, visit the UKZN website at www.ukzn.ac.za.

Contact Information

The Admissions Office can be reached via email at enqgeneral@ukzn.ac.za or by phone at +27 (0)31 260 2212. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 p.m.

In addition to the Admissions Office, UKZN also has a Student Funding Center that can assist with questions related to scholarships, bursaries, and other financial aid opportunities. The center can be reached at funding@ukzn.ac.za or by phone at +27 (0)31 260 2779.