University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg research university known for health sciences, engineering, commerce, law and mining-related degrees.
Direct online application on the Wits self-service portal
Most undergraduate programmes close at the end of June or September, with health sciences closing earliest.
A non-refundable application fee applies — confirm the current amount on the Wits applications page
Johannesburg, Gauteng
Good to know
- Health sciences applications close months before other faculties.
- Wits uses a points score based on your best six NSC subjects.
Careers you can study towards here
These are the career fields Wits 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 the Witwatersrand. Application dates, fees and programme offerings change every year — the institution's own admissions pages are the only binding source.