UCT Online Application 2025-2026 Opening Date

UCT Online Application 2025-2026 Opening Date

Joy! The official application period for the postgraduate and undergraduate programs at the University of Cape Town (UCT) for the 2025–2026 academic year is Monday, April 1, 2024–Wednesday, July 31, 2024. International and South African students who want to begin or continue their studies at the university are welcome to apply.

This article will teach you about the application fee, the required documents, the application time, and how to apply online. You are covered for the 2025 application season, so don’t worry.

Deadline for UCT 2025 Application Season

The University of Cape Town Online (UCT) will accept applications from April 1 through July 31, 2024. No late applications will be accepted after the deadline. Therefore, candidates are urged to submit their applications as soon as possible.

What is the application fee for UCT for 2025-2026?

Calling all future UCT students! Before embarking on your academic journey, make sure you’re familiar with the application fees. Here’s a quick breakdown to get you started:

How to Pay the UCT Application Fee for 2025–2026

UCT application fees can be paid through the following platforms:

• Cash payment at the Cashiers office of the university;
• Debit/Credit card payment online
• Direct bank deposits or Electronic Funds Transfers – EFT;

Bank Account Details for admitted students

• Account name: the University of Cape Town, Current Account
• Bank Name:       Standard Bank of South Africa
• Bank Address:   Riverside Centre, Main Road, Rondebosch, 7700, South Africa
• Account number:             27 068 9982
• Branch Code:     Rondebosch Branch, 025009

Bank details for payments to Semester Study Abroad students

• Account name: the University of Cape Town, Current Account
• Bank Name:       Standard Bank of South Africa
• Bank Address:   Riverside Centre, Main Road, Rondebosch, 7700, South Africa
• Account number:             07 148 023 4
• Branch Code:     Rondebosch Branch, 025009
• Swift Code:         SBZAZAJJ

UCT Online Application Process: UCT Online Application 2025-2026

This site has outlined all the processes involved in applying for UCT admission for the 2025 January intake. Follow these steps to apply now:

STEP 1: Login Details

• Go to the UCT application website: http://www.students.uct.ac.za/
• Click on the Apply Online to UCT Button to commence your online application

STEP 2: Choose your Course or Program

• Select a qualification and any additional criteria.
• Choose your course after examining the specific course requirements. This stage is very key to gaining admission into this University

STEP 3: Complete Online Application Forms

• Gather your paperwork or upload any missing or incomplete documents.
• Download an application form (manual applications only)
• Fill out your application completely (manual and online)

STEP 4: Pay Application Fees

• The application cost must be paid (where applicable). See above for how to pay the UCT application fee.

Step 5: Submit the completed application form.

• submit your completed form as well as any supporting papers (manual and online applications). Review to ensure the right thing is done before clicking on the Button or sending the hardcopy either by mail or hand delivery

STEP 6: Check your Status

• Follow up and find out if you’ve been accepted. Visit the official website to track your application for 2023. Apply for Residence if you are successful for this semester 2024

Who Qualifies for Admission for 2025-2026?

The requirements for admission vary based on what you wish to study. The following are the requirements for certificate courses, diplomas, and degrees:

Undergraduate Diploma Study Requirement: The minimum requirement for admission to undergraduate diploma study is a National Senior Certificate (NSC) as certified by Umalusi with an achievement rating of 3 (Moderate Achievement, 40-49%) or better in 4 recognised NSC 20-credit subjects.

Undergraduate Certificate Study: To confirm eligibility for admission to undergraduate certificate study, applicants must consult the Admissions Office or the faculty concerned.

Bachelor’s Degree Study Criteria: To be eligible for admission to degree study, applicants need to meet the minimum requirements for eligibility:

• Applicants with a South African National Senior Certificate (NSC) must complete a minimum of four 20-credit NSC topics with a grade of 4 (Adequate Achievement, 50-59 percent) or better.
• Applicants holding a South African Senior Certificate need matriculation endorsement.
• Applicants holding non-South African school-leaving certificates must qualify for a matriculation exemption certificate. For more information, please visit the website of the Matriculation Board.

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