University of KwaZulu-Natal
Multi-campus university with medicine, engineering, law, education, agriculture and social sciences.
Direct online application (some programmes via the Central Applications Office)
Undergraduate applications usually close at the end of September for the following year.
A non-refundable application fee applies — confirm on the UKZN applications page
Durban and Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal
Good to know
- KwaZulu-Natal learners can apply to several institutions at once through the CAO.
Careers you can study towards here
These are the career fields UKZN commonly offers. Programme names and entry requirements differ per faculty — confirm in the current prospectus.
Documents to have ready
- Certified copy of your ID — Or your birth certificate plus passport if you do not have an ID yet. Certify at a police station, post office or Home Affairs.
- Your latest school results — Grade 11 final report when you apply, then your Grade 12 statement of results when it is issued.
- Parent or guardian ID — Usually required if you are under 18, and for funding applications.
- Proof of payment of the application fee — Where a fee applies. Keep the reference number — many portals will not submit without it.
- Proof of residence — A municipal bill or a letter from your ward councillor or traditional authority.
Plain English SA Forms is an independent website and is not affiliated with University of KwaZulu-Natal. Application dates, fees and programme offerings change every year — the institution's own admissions pages are the only binding source.