{"id":68,"date":"2025-08-06T13:32:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-06T13:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/?page_id=68"},"modified":"2025-08-06T09:39:57","modified_gmt":"2025-08-06T09:39:57","slug":"how-to-apply-to-the-university-of-zululand-unizulu-for-2026","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/how-to-apply-to-the-university-of-zululand-unizulu-for-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply to the University of Zululand (UniZulu) for 2026: Official Admission Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The University of Zululand (UniZulu), based in KwaZulu\u2011Natal, South Africa, processes all first-year undergraduate applications <\/a>through the Central Applications Office (CAO).\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All postgraduate and international applications also use CAO or the official portal, depending on the category.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When do UniZulu applications open for the 2026 academic year?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Applications open on 1 March 2025, aligning with the CAO\u2019s intake cycle for the 2026 academic year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the submission deadlines for UniZulu?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  1. All first-year applications (undergraduate and postgraduate) must be submitted by 30 September 2025 for on-time processing.
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  2. Late applications may be accepted until early November 2025 with higher late fees, subject to course availability.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    What admission requirements does UniZulu enforce for undergraduate applicants?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Applicants must hold a valid National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a Bachelor\u2019s pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Each programme specifies a minimum Admission Point Score (APS), typically ranging from 22\u202f(Applied certificates) up to 30+ (Engineering, commerce, law). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Maths, English, and subject-specific level requirements apply depending on the course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    What requirements apply to postgraduate and international students?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Postgraduate applicants<\/strong> require a relevant bachelor\u2019s degree, academic transcripts; some courses also require a CV or research proposal.
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    2. International applicants<\/strong> must submit certified passport copies, SAQA evaluation for foreign qualifications, valid study permits, proof of financial means, and medical insurance\u2014all upfront before registration.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      How is the application submitted online to UniZulu?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      1. Visit the CAO website (www.cao.ac.za<\/a>)\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      2. Register\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      3. Select UniZulu as your institution\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      4. Choose up to six programme choices\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      5. Upload certified documents\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      6. Pay the fee and submit the form.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        What application fees apply?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        1. South African applicants: R250 (on time); late fee increases to R470 after deadline.
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        2. International applicants: R300 (on time); R500 late fee where accepted.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          How can I check my UniZulu application status?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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          1. After submission, you receive a CAO reference number to track your status online.
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          2. Final offers are communicated via email and the CAO portal; accepted offers must be followed by registration steps on the UniZulu portal.
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          3. After receiving a firm offer, international applicants must provide original sponsorship\/proof of funds to finalize registration<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n