Universities

The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) maintains a comprehensive register of private institutions authorized to offer higher education qualifications in South Africa. This list includes institutions that have met all registration requirements as well as those with provisional status. Students looking to enroll for the 2026/2027 academic year should verify that their chosen … Read more

Planning to study in 2027? Then your first priority should be knowing exactly when applications open and close. Missing a deadline can cost you a full academic year, so getting this right is important. To make things easier, here’s a structured breakdown of 2027 application timelines across universities, universities of technology, private colleges, and TVET … Read more

Many public universities have removed application fees to improve access to higher education, especially for students who may not be able to afford multiple application payments. You must always apply through the official university portals to avoid scams, and you can confirm policies through Department of Higher Education and Training where national higher education information … Read more

Applying for university residence in South Africa for the 2027 academic year should be done as early as possible because student housing spaces are limited and are allocated on a first come first served basis at many institutions. Most universities manage residence applications through their official student portals, and you must apply directly through your … Read more

Getting into a nursing college in Gauteng for the 2027 intake requires early preparation, correct document submission, and applying through the official provincial health system that manages nursing training in public hospitals. Gauteng Department of Health oversees public nursing colleges linked to hospitals, and you must apply through their official platform, where application updates and … Read more

Your Admission Point Score is one of the most important factors that South African universities use to decide whether you qualify for a course, and understanding how to calculate it correctly can help you choose the right programmes before applying. Most universities use APS to measure your academic performance based on your National Senior Certificate … Read more

Technical and Vocational Education and Training colleges in South Africa are becoming a strong choice for students who want practical skills and faster entry into the job market, especially as industries continue to demand hands on experience rather than only theoretical knowledge. Department of Higher Education and Training oversees all public TVET colleges, and you … Read more

Applying to Nelson Mandela University for the 2027 academic year requires you to prepare and upload all mandatory documents correctly through the official online application system, because your application will not be processed if any required document is missing or unclear. You must apply online using the official university portal which is the only recognised … Read more

The Central Applications Office handbook for 2027 is one of the most important tools that students in South Africa can use when applying to universities and colleges, because it contains the official list of programmes, career codes, admission requirements, and application instructions. Career codes in the CAO system are unique programme identifiers that you must … Read more

Every applicant must apply online through the official portal at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) Online Application Portal. Applications for 2027 are expected to open around April and close later in the year depending on the course. You should apply early because some programmes close sooner than others. When do CPUT applications for 2027 … Read more