How To Apply Online At Sol Plaatje SPU 2026

Welcome to the SPU online application platform for Sol Plaatje University. By visiting this page, you’ve taken the first step toward applying to Sol Plaatje University (SPU) for the 2026 academic year. On this page, you’ll find important application details to guide you through the process if you wish to apply to SPU.

Sol Plaatje University is now accepting applications for the 2026 academic year. The online application form for 2026 is open and available for submission starting from April 1, 2025. Be sure to review all required documents and admission requirements before starting your application.

Sol Plaatje University Academic and Residence Applications Now Open

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) is now accepting applications for the 2026 academic and residence intake. For detailed information on application deadlines and submission instructions, prospective students should refer to the “Study@SPU” online application guidelines on the SPU homepage. Additional application tips for the 2026 intake are also available on the university’s website at www.spu.ac.za.

Sol Plaatje University Opening Date For 2026

The Sol Plaatje University (SPU) online application for the 2026 academic year is open from April 1, 2025. Applications for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs are now available. Interested applicants can visit www.spu.ac.za to complete the online application form or submit paper-based applications. Be sure to gather all required documents before applying.

Sol Plaatje University 2026 Application Deadline

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) does not accept late applications, so it is strongly recommended that you apply as soon as possible to secure your spot for the 2026 academic year. Complete the online application form to take advantage of the opportunity to study at SPU. The deadline for all undergraduate and postgraduate course applications for the 2026 academic year is November 30, 2025.

SPU Application Fee And Courses Offered

Prospective applicants must apply for up to 2 programs from any faculty of their choice, assuming they meet each entry requirement. You may apply for two different study options. If you want to apply for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs, you must do so separately and provide the necessary documentation for each. Application is free of charge at SPU

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List of courses offered at Sol Plaatje University

The following courses are all open for the 2026 applications at Sol Plaatje University.

School of Economic and Management Sciences programmes

Diploma in Retail Business Management
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting
Bachelor of Commerce in Economics
Advanced Diploma in Management
Postgraduate Diploma: Public Management
Postgraduate Diploma: Entrepreneurship

School of Education Programmes

Bachelor of Education (BEd)
Bachelor of Education (BEd) Intermediate phase (Grade 4–6)
Bachelor of Education (BEd) Senior Phase (Grade 7 – 9) & FET Phase (Grade 10 – 12)
Bachelor of Education (Hons) curriculum Studies
Postgraduate Diploma in Mathematics Education
Advanced Diploma in School Leadership and Management
Postgraduate Certificate in Education
Master of Education

Humanities

Higher Certificate in Court Interpreting
Higher Certificate in Heritage Studies
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Bachelor of Arts Honours (Afrikaans)
Bachelor of Social Science Honours with specialisations in Anthropology, Archaeology, History, Heritage Studies and Sociology
Master of Arts in Heritage Studies
Master of Arts in History
Master of Arts in Sociology

School Of Natural & Applied Sciences

Diploma in ICT (Applications Development)
Advanced Diploma in Information and Communication Technology in Applications Development
Bachelor of Science – data science
Bachelor of Science (Hons) computer science
Bachelor of Science (Hons) data science
Bachelor of Science honours – mathematical sciences (mathematics)
Bachelor of Science honours – biological sciences
Bachelor of Science honours – physical sciences
Master of Science (e-Science)

Sol Plaatje University (SPU) Online Application Requirements

Before the deadline for the 2026 academic year, the completed application form must include the following documentation. Please remember to include all required documents when submitting them online.

Certified copy of National Senior Certificate
Certified copy of ID
Academic transcript and Certificate of Conduct if you studied previously or completed Matric prior to 2020.
An affidavit

How to Apply for Admission at SPU Online

Follow the steps below to apply online to Sol Plaatje University for the 2026 academic intake:

To access the online application form, go to www.spu.ac.za.
Select Study@SPU” at the top of the menu bar
Choose Online Applications and click on it to be directed to the application portal.
Make a pin as a new potential student.
Log in, read, and accept the application guidelines before proceeding with your application.
Select View Application Rules under Application. Accept the rules and proceed with your application.
Enter your information (school attended, subjects taken at school, certificates)
Enter Previous Experience
Submit the application form in its entirety.
If you are physically challenged, fill out the section that applies to you.
Update your personal information (for example, if you require residence accommodation).
View Completed Applications and Submit an Application

Please Note:

If you applied before the deadline, have a 2026 student number, and DID NOT SUBMIT ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS, you may still submit them for consideration if space is available.

How to Track SPU Application Status

Applicants will be notified via email of the outcome, or they can check the status of their application by following the steps below, which will redirect them to the ‘Application Status page.

Return to the application portal to check your status.
Click the “Check your application status” button.
This takes you to the Self Help iEnabler portal.
Enter your student ID and PIN.
Wait for your status after clicking the login button.

For more enquiries, visit the official website at www.spu.ac.za

Contact SPU via:

Tel: +27 (0)53 491 0109/+27 (0)53 491 0116
Email:nombulelo.matroos@spu.ac.za/edwinah.egelser@spu.ac.za

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