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UNIZULU Online Application 2025/2026-Application Steps

Do you plan to join the University of Zululand (UNIZULU) in 2025? Applications for the upcoming academic year will be accepted starting on April 1, 2024! It is during this window—which typically runs through October—that you can secure your spot for the upcoming 2025–2026 academic year. This window applies to both South African and international applicants. Prospective UNIZULU students seeking undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications can now formally submit their applications starting Monday, April 1, 2024.

Time of Application at Unizulu:

Every year, Unizulu usually accepts new students between April and October. This is usually the time of year when students who wish to enroll in the institution for the next academic year can apply for the courses that are offered. Thus, the ideal time to apply to the University of Zululand is before the official deadline of September 30, 2024

Closing Date for University of Zululand Online Applications 2025–2026

These dates have been set by the university administration to gather all of the applications that prospective students have submitted for different courses in the upcoming academic year. In addition, Unizulu provides a LATE APPLICATION/SECOND WINDOW admissions option for eligible students who were not able to apply for admission. Closing dates for Unizulu in 2025 are shown below:

Date	Program
30 August 2024	Social Work
September 30, 2024	Nursing Science
31 October 2024	Other Programmes

Applying to Unizulu University through CAO in South Africa: A Step-by-Step Guide

The Central Applications Office (CAO) is the gateway to applying to various universities in KwaZulu-Natal, including Unizulu University. Here’s a step-by-step guide to navigate the process smoothly:

Step 1: Eligibility:

Ensure you meet the minimum entry requirements for your desired program at Unizulu. You can find these on the university’s website or in the CAO brochure.
Generally, you’ll need a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with specific subject passes and minimum achievement percentages.

Step 2: Application Fee:

Pay the application fee of R250 for South African citizens or R300 for international applicants. This fee covers all applications submitted through CAO for that application cycle.

Step 3: Application Timeline:

Be mindful of the application deadlines. For the 2025 intake, the closing dates are:

30 June 2024: Applications for medicine, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and optometry programs.
31 July 2024: Applications for all other programs, including Social Work on August 30, 2024, Nursing Science on September 30, 2024, and other programs on October 31, 2024.

Step 4: Apply Online:

Visit the CAO website: https://www.cao.ac.za
Click on “Apply” and then “Apply Now.”
Create an account, or log in if you already have one.
Complete the online application form carefully, providing accurate information about yourself, your academic record, and your chosen programs.

Step 5: Choose Programs and Universities:

Select Unizulu University as one of your preferred institutions.
You can choose up to six programs across different universities within KwaZulu-Natal.
Rank your programs in order of preference, as this may influence your offer if you meet the requirements for multiple programs.

Step 6: Upload supporting documents:

Scan and upload certified copies of the following documents:

Your ID document
Your NSC results certificate
Any other relevant certificates or qualifications, such as diplomas or relevant work experience.
Ensure all documents are in PDF format and meet the specified size requirements.

Step 7: Review and Submit

Review your application thoroughly before submitting it.
Once satisfied, click “Submit” to finalize your application.
You will receive a confirmation email with your application reference number.

Step 8: Track Your Application:

You can track the status of your application on the CAO website using your reference number.
The website will update you on the progress of your application and any offers you receive from universities.

The University of Zululand Contact information;

Please direct any inquiries about your application to the institution using the addresses and phone numbers shown below:

Postal Address:

Postal address: PO Box 3854, Pretoria 0001, South Africa.
Physical address: Building 3, UNISA Sunnyside North Campus, corner Mears and Rissik Streets,
Sunnyside, Pretoria.
Fax Address: +27 (0) 86 677 7744/12 481 2922

Telephone Numbers