Are Applications For 2026 Open At NWU

North-West University Opens Online Applications For 2026

Are Applications For 2026 Open At NWU

North-West University, a leading university in South Africa, is offering a diverse selection and non-section courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, short courses, and online courses for the 2026 academic intake. Prospective students can now apply by completing the online application form through the university’s application portal, as it is officially open.

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North-West University 2026 Application Period

North-West University’s application window for the 2026 academic year is currently open to all interested candidates. The NWU online application form will be available for the 2026 academic year on April 1st, 2025. All interested students must submit their applications and associated documents beginning April 1, 2025

Documents You Need for Your NWU Online Application

Applying to NWU Online for the 2026 academic year? Make sure you have these documents ready to go (applicable to South African applicants):

Mobile phone and active email address: Essential for the application process.
Academic records:
- Grade 12 results (final) or matric certificate (if passed).
- Grade 11 results (final), if applicable.
- Upgraded Grade 12 results will be considered only after submission.
Non-standard qualifications:
- Exemption certificate for Cambridge, GED, or non-NSC curricula, or for advanced age or post-school qualifications (issued by USAF).
Identification documents:
- a copy of your ID.
- A copy of your passport (if you are a South African citizen).
Additional documents (if applicable):
- Copy of your academic record.
- SAQA/HESA evaluation for non-South African diplomas and degrees (postgraduate and undergraduate levels, respectively).

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Non-Selection Courses offered at North-West University

The following courses are all open for 2026 application at North-West University

Law (LLB, BCom in Law, BA in Law, and Extended LLB)
B Social Work
Urban and Regional Planning
BHSc in Occupational Hygiene
Bachelor of Nursing
B Consumer Studies
Sciences in Food Product Management
Sciences in Fashion Retail Management
BA Graphic Design
BSc Dietetics
BPharm (Pharmacy)
Biokinetics
Diploma in Coaching Science
BHSc with Human Movement Sciences
Music [BA Music & Society; Diploma in Music; BMus (Music)]
Theology

North-West University Application Dates & Deadlines

Undergraduate Applications:

Open: April 1, 2025
Selection programs (e.g., graphic design, engineering) close on August 31, 2025.
Non-selection programs have no set deadline but are encouraged to apply early to secure a spot.
Music programs close on June 30, 2025, with a video submission required by July 10, 2025 and possible auditions in August.
Non-selection programs have no set deadline but are encouraged to apply early to secure a spot.

How to apply to North-West University 2026

This detailed guide will make it easy for you to submit your online application for the 2026 academic year.

Navigate to the online application platform.
Create your student number
Log in with your student number and PIN
Explore your academic options
Fill in all the required fields, leaving no stone unturned.
Ensure all necessary documents are uploaded to avoid delays.
Hit the “Submit Application” button to officially send your application to NWU.

You meet all the minimum admission requirements for the programme you intend to study. Meeting the minimum admission requirements for your chosen or intended programme of study does not guarantee admission, as limited spaces are available in each programme. Visit the official website for more application tips