The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is among the premier institutions of higher learning in South Africa.
The university is known for offering quality education for all.
TheUKZNonline applicationprocess is fairly simple.
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Like other institutions, UKZN has digitised most of its processes.
The institute aims to empower students with a value-driven organisational culture.
The official UKZN online software 2025 closing date was 24 February 2025.
The CAO application page. Photo: cao.ac.zaSource: UGC
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This means the university is not accepting new applications as of March 2025.
Prospective students are encouraged to apply the next time the portal will be opened.
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program for the medicine undergraduate programme is open and closes on 30 June 2025.
Below are the steps to follow to complete the system process.
Students can apply to multiple institutions using the CAO system form and number.
UKZN graduates on their graduation day (L) and members of the academic staff on the dais on the same graduation day (R). Photo: @ukzn1 (modified by author)Source: UGC
you’ve got the option to also apply for residence accommodation and financial assistance using the CAO form.
Here are the steps they should follow.
Applicants should meet the following minimumacademic qualifications/requirements.
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NB:UKZN selection is based on academic ranking.
The maximum APS obtainable is 48, while the minimum UKZN admission APS depends on the course.
Therefore, selection starts from 48 downward and stops when all the available slots in a programme are filled.
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Applicants with excellent results may be selected early (before final examinations).
Applicants possessing an NSC-Deg or the National Senior Certificate may also be offered places early.
Lastly, allow the UKZN system 24 to 48 hours to capture and tune up your payment details.
A male UKZN graduate on his special day (L) and a group of UKZN students engaging in a vibrant conversation (R). Photo: @ukzn1 (modified by author)Source: UGC
How much is the UKZN tool fee?
The requiredUKZN utility feesare as follows:
How do you pay the UKZN utility fee?
Payments from non-South African bank accounts take at least two weeks to reflect on the student fee account.
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Therefore, students should make early payments to get timely financial clearance notifications.
UKZN scholarships
UKZN helps needy and deserving students with excellent academic results to access financial aid.
Check the fees booklets forlocal studentsandinternational scholarsto learn how much tuition fees you will be charged for your course.
A group of UKZN graduates in red academic dresses (L and R). Photo: @ukzn1 (modified by author)Source: UGC
UKZN academic fees are charged per module on a semester basis.
You will receive a financial clearance notification via SMS after completing all the payments.
To check your UKZN fee statement:
UKZN faculties
UKZN offers globally competitivecourses.
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The university has five campuses, none of which offers all programmes.
Instead, UKZN courses are grouped into colleges assigned to each of the campuses.
Below is the list of the four UKZN colleges.
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UKZN courses
The university offers a variety of courses.
The CAO handbook provides detailed information onprogrammes available at UKZN.
UKZN graduates in black academic dresses on their convocation day (L and R). Photo: @ukzn1 (modified by author)Source: UGC
The deadline for 2025 applications was 24 February 2025.
Does UKZN offer postgraduate courses?
TheUKZN postgraduate prospectuslists honours degrees, postgraduate diplomas, master’s degrees, and doctoral degrees the institute offers.
A screenshot of the UKZN student portal login page. Photo: sc.ukzn.ac.zaSource: UGC
Is UKZN open for 2025 applications?
program for the medicine undergraduate programme is open and will close on 30 June 2025.
Does UKZN accept international students?
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The institute enrols international students from SADC countries, otherAfrican countries, and nations outside Africa.
How many campuses does UKZN have?
UKZN has five campuses in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa.
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How many students does UKZN accept?
Approximately 8,600 first-year places are available in UKZN for every annual intake.
You must pay the registration fee before admission.
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Is UKZN funded by NSFAS?
UKZN offers student funding through bursaries administered by the NSFAS, including UKZN loan funding and final-year student funding.
Is UKZN a private or public university?
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The University of Kwazulu-Natal is one of the top public universities in South Africa.
What does NSFAS cover for UKZN students?
TheNSFAS funding at UKZNcovers the actual cost of tuition plus prescribed learning materials.
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Nonetheless, note that the tuition fee NSFAS covers depends on your field of study (e.g.
engineering, medicine, art, history, etc.)
The UKZN online app process is relatively easy.
For more details about the app process, download and read the UKZN prospectus.
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