{"id":49,"date":"2026-03-15T22:59:23","date_gmt":"2026-03-15T22:59:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/?page_id=49"},"modified":"2026-09-22T13:41:53","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T13:41:53","slug":"how-to-apply-to-walter-sisulu-university-for-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/how-to-apply-to-walter-sisulu-university-for-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Walter Sisulu University Application 2027: Step\u2011by\u2011Step Admission Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Walter Sisulu University Applications for 2027: Dates, Requirements and How to Apply<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Walter Sisulu University (WSU) operates across multiple campuses in the Eastern Cape and offers a wide range of programmes including <strong>higher certificates, diplomas, bachelor\u2019s degrees, honours, and postgraduate qualifications<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prospective students planning to study in <strong>2027<\/strong> must apply through the official WSU online application portal during the designated application period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When do WSU applications open for 2027?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications for the <strong>2027 academic year<\/strong> open on <strong>1 April 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All applications must be submitted online through the WSU application portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the WSU application closing dates?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Undergraduate and diploma programmes: WSU has advertised 31 October 2026 for South African applicants and 30 September 2026 for international applicants, but it does not publish these dates on its own website, so confirm with admissions on 047 502 2100 (Mthatha) or enquiries@wsu.ac.za before you rely on them<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some <strong>extended curriculum programmes or late-stream applications<\/strong> may remain open until <strong>mid-October 2026<\/strong>, depending on programme availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants are advised to apply early because certain programmes may fill before the official closing date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Admission requirements for WSU undergraduate programmes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Admission requirements vary depending on the level of study.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Higher Certificate programmes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>National Senior Certificate (NSC)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least <strong>30% in the Language of Learning and Teaching<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Diploma programmes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An <strong>NSC qualification<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>40\u201349% in at least four recognised 20-credit subjects<\/strong> (excluding Life Orientation)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least <strong>30% in the language subject<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bachelor\u2019s degree programmes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants must have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>NSC with Bachelor\u2019s degree endorsement<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least <strong>50\u201359% (rating 4) in four recognised 20-credit subjects<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least <strong>30% in the language subject<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>WSU calculates the <strong>Admission Point Score (APS)<\/strong> using the <strong>best six subjects<\/strong> (or <strong>seven subjects for Education programmes<\/strong>). Certain programmes also require minimum results in compulsory subjects such as Mathematics or Physical Sciences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission, as some programmes have limited spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Requirements for postgraduate and international students<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Postgraduate applicants<\/strong> must have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>relevant bachelor\u2019s degree or honours qualification<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academic transcripts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A minimum academic average (often <strong>around 65% or higher<\/strong>) depending on the programme<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional documents such as a <strong>research proposal or CV<\/strong> for research-based qualifications<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>International applicants<\/strong> must submit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>certified passport copy<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Qualification evaluation from the South African Qualifications Authority<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Proof of English proficiency where required<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All certified academic documents<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to apply online at Walter Sisulu University<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these steps to submit your application:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the official application portal: <strong>applications.wsu.ac.za<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Register using your <strong>South African ID number or passport number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete the online application form.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Select <strong>up to two qualifications<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload certified copies of the required documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit the application through the portal.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>After submitting the application, you will receive an <strong>application reference number and provisional student number<\/strong>. This confirms submission but <strong>does not mean you have been admitted<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is there an application fee at WSU?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Walter Sisulu University <strong>generally does not charge a separate application fee<\/strong> for most programmes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If any fee applies for a particular programme, it will be clearly indicated during the online application process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to track your WSU application status<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants can track their application progress through the WSU application portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Possible status updates include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Application received<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application under review<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer made<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Application unsuccessful<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are offered admission, you will receive an <strong>official offer letter through the portal or via email<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants should <strong>accept the offer as soon as possible<\/strong> to secure their place in the programme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WSU may also send updates through <strong>email or SMS<\/strong>, so ensure your contact details are correct when submitting your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004900\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">When do Walter Sisulu University applications open for 2027?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Applications open on <strong>1 April 2026<\/strong> via <a href=\"https:\/\/applications.wsu.ac.za\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">applications.wsu.ac.za<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004901\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the application closing date?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The advertised closing date is 31 October 2026 for South African applicants, and 30 September 2026 for international applicants. Some extended curriculum or limited-space programmes may close slightly later if space is still available.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004902\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What APS is required for degree admission?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Admission is based on an APS calculated from the <strong>six best NSC subjects<\/strong>. Bachelor\u2019s degree programmes typically require <strong>level 4 (50\u201359%) in four recognised subjects<\/strong> and the required language level. APS requirements vary by programme.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004903\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I apply online?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Register on the WSU application portal at <strong>applications.wsu.ac.za<\/strong>, complete the online form, select your preferred programmes, upload supporting documents, and submit your application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004904\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is there an application fee?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Walter Sisulu University generally does <strong>not charge an application fee<\/strong>. If any fee applies for a specific programme, it will be indicated during the online application process.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004905\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can international applicants apply?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. International applicants must upload certified copies of their <strong>passport, SAQA evaluation certificate, academic transcripts<\/strong>, and proof of English proficiency if required.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004906\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How do I check my application status?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Log in to the WSU application portal to view status updates. Admission offers will appear in your dashboard and may also be sent via email.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004907\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I apply to more than one programme?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes. Applicants may choose <strong>up to two qualifications<\/strong> when submitting their application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004908\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Does receiving a reference number mean I am accepted?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No. A reference or student number only confirms that your application was successfully submitted. Admission decisions are communicated separately.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1790000004909\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Who can I contact for application support?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wsu.ac.za\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wsu.ac.za<\/a> for official contact details for the admissions office and campus support services.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Walter Sisulu University Applications for 2027: Dates, Requirements and How to Apply Walter Sisulu University (WSU) operates across multiple campuses [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"default","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"_ba_keyfacts":"","_ba_provider_contact":"","_ba_provider_name":"","_ba_provider_type":"","_ba_provider_cat":"","_ba_writer":"pieter-van-der-merwe","_ba_reviewer":"naledi-khumalo","iawp_total_views":871,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-49","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/49","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=49"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/49\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":881,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/49\/revisions\/881"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=49"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}