Applications for the 2025 academic year at the University of Kwazulu Natal (UKZN) are now open. Take the first step towards your dreams by submitting your application online via the CAO website. The application window is open until September 30, 2024, so don’t miss out on this opportunity.
The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across various disciplines, including agriculture & natural science, education, economics, development, and business sciences. These study programmes are offered at Westville campus, Nelson. R. Mandela campus, Howard campus, Edgewood campus and Pietermaritzburg campus.
The university’s courses are designed to challenge and inspire students, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in their chosen fields. Both undergraduate and postgraduate students have access to modern facilities and resources.
University of Kwazulu Natal Applications Requirements
If you’re interested in applying to UKZN, make sure to check the admission requirements before starting your online application. Failure to do so may result in your application being rejected by the university. To increase your chances of being accepted for your desired course, take a look at the UKZN Prospectus.
University of Mpumalanga (UKZN) Required Documents:
- certified copy of your identity document
- Certified copy of your Senior Certificate/National Senior Certificate or equivalent
- Certified Grade 11 report (if you are currently in grade 12)
- Your grade 12 June report (if you are currently in grade 12)
How to Apply at the University of Kwazulu Natal (UKZN)—2025
All first-year applications can be easily submitted through the Central Applications Office (CAO), which simplifies the process by allowing students to apply for multiple programmes at different institutions using a single application form and paying a single application fee.
Follow the easy steps below to apply at UKZN through CAO for 2025:
Step 1: Visit the CAO website: www.cao.ac.za
Step 2: Click on the “apply” tab
Step 3: Read the information and click on the “continue with application” tab
Step 4: Enter your ID number or your Cao number. then click on submit
Step 5: Click on the “continue with application” tab
Step 6: Enter All the information requested. Once you have entered all the information requested, click ‘Next‘
Step 7: A pop-up will appear with your CAO Number, Password and EasyPay Number.
The same information will also be sent to the email address you provided. This information is important in case you want to access your information at a later date.
PLEASE NOTE: YOU HAVE NOT YET COMPLETED YOUR APPLICATION
Step 8: Click ‘Continue with Online Application‘
Step 9: Capture your next of kin details
Step 10: Enter your grade 11 results or your grade 12 results
Step 11: Choose the courses you want to apply for (you can choose up to 6 choices)
Step 12: Check the information provided in the Summary of your application
Step 13: Click the ‘Process My Application’ button at the end of the page
YOUR APPLICATION HAS NOW BEEN SUBMITTED
A message will be displayed on screen informing you that your submission has been successful
Step 14: You can now upload your supporting documents and pay your application fee online OR pay at an EasyPay Outlet
Administration fee payable for South African citizens R250-00 & International applicants R300.00
Once your Administration fee has been received, your application will be made available to the institutions to which you have applied
University of Kwazulu Natal (UKZN) Closing Dates
Most courses at UKZN have a closing date of September 30th, 2024. It’s important to check the specific closing date for the programme you want to study. You can find this information in the CAO Handbook. We encourage students to apply as soon as possible to increase their chances of being considered.
If you encounter any challenges during application, feel free to reach out to us or directly contact the school administration.
For further inquiries, you may reach UKZN at the following contact points:
Tel: +27 31 260 8596
Email: enquiries@ukzn.ac.za
Final Thought
Don’t wait any longer! Get a copy of the CAO handbook, review the requirements of your desired study programs, collect the necessary supporting documents, and apply online immediately through the CAO website. Do you know someone who may be interested in studying at UKZN? Share this post with them!
Additional Resources
- University of Johannesburg (UJ) 2025 Applications Process
- Vaal University of Technology (VUT) 2025 Applications Process
- University of Limpopo (UL) Online Application Process 2025
- Durban University of Technology (DUT) 2025 Applications Process
- Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) 2025 Applications Process
