Universities

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

Applying to Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) for the 2027 academic year is done entirely online through the university’s official portal.  The university has made this process clear and digital so that you do not need to pay anyone outside the university to help you apply.  You should never pay third parties to assist with … Read more

The University of KwaZulu‑Natal (UKZN) is one of South Africa’s leading universities for health science education.  It offers degrees in medicine, nursing, pharmacy, physiotherapy, dentistry, speech‑language therapy, and other health disciplines through its School of Health Sciences and related faculties.  Knowing the official closing dates for applications is necessary if you plan to start in … Read more

Applying to the Durban University of Technology for the 2027 academic year is exciting, but many applicants make simple mistakes that delay or even risk their admissions.  DUT admissions for undergraduate study are done through the Central Applications Office (CAO), which handles most applications for public universities in South Africa.  When Do DUT Applications Open … Read more

The National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) are an important part of university admissions in South Africa for many institutions.  The NBTs are standardised tests used by many South African universities to assess academic skills beyond your school exam results.  The tests help institutions evaluate your readiness for the demands of tertiary study.  They are often required … Read more

A university prospectus is your official roadmap to academic programmes, admission criteria, fees, campus life, and application steps for the upcoming academic year.  In South Africa, all 26 public universities publish a 2027 prospectus that you can download as a PDF from their official websites.  These prospectuses contain detailed information about courses offered, minimum admission … Read more