The University of Zululand (UNIZULU) is now accepting applications for the 2025 academic year. Prospective students can submit their applications online before September 30, 2024.
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 different campuses, such as:
- Kwadlangezwa Campus
- Richards Bay 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 Zululand (UNIZULU) Applications Requirements
If you’re interested in applying to UNIZULU, 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 UNIZULU Prospectus.
University of Zululand (UNIZULU) Required Documents:
We kindly remind you that when submitting your online application for the University of Zululand in 2025, it is crucial to ensure that all necessary documents are uploaded in clear and legible format.
- 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)
NOTE: These documents should be uploaded online. No faxed or emailed documents will be allowed.
How to Apply at the University of Zululand (UNIZULU)—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 University of Zululand (UNIZULU) 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 Zululand (UNIZULU) Closing Dates
Most courses at UNIZULU 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 the application, feel free to reach out to us or directly contact the school administration.
For further inquiries, you may reach UNIZULU at the following contact points:
Tel: +27 35 902 6000
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 UNIZULU? Share this post with them!
Additional Resources
- Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT) 2025 Applications Process
- Vaal University of Technology (VUT) 2025 Applications Process
- Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) 2025 Applications Process
- University of Kwazulu Natal (UKZN) 2025 Applications Process
- University of Fort Hare (UFH) 2025 Applications Process
