If you want to study at college or university in 2024, the first thing you need to do is submit your application. However, this can be a difficult task as it involves determining the application dates and collecting various documents along the way. Don’t worry though, we’re here to help! We’ve compiled a list of the 2024 institution application dates in South Africa.
Note: These dates are subject to change and may differ from the time of publication of this article. We recommended that you confirm with your relevant institution for the most up-to-date information.
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2024 University Application Dates
If you’re thinking of applying to a South African university for 2024, we’ve got your back. We’ve rounded up 2024 institution application dates for every university in the country so that you don’t have to go hunting for them yourself.
Just make sure to check when the applications for your preferred university close, so you can submit your application on time.
Nelson Mandela University (NMU)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: April 2023
Applications Close:
- MBChB applications: 30 June 2023
- BRad – Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) & Bachelor of Radiography (BRad) applications: 30 June 2023
- Early applications (excluding MBChB & BRad): 04 August 2023
- Late applications (excluding MBChB, BPharm & BRad): 30 September 2023
- International student applications (excluding MBChB): 30 September 2023
- Student Housing applications: 30 September 2023
University of Pretoria (TUKS)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 01 April 2023
Applications Close:
- Faculty of Veterinary Science: 31 May 2023
- All other faculties: 30 June 2023
University of South Africa (UNISA)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 11 August 2023
- Undergraduate qualifications (higher certificates, advanced certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas & degrees): 11 August 2023 – 15 October 2023
- Honours degrees & postgraduate diplomas: 11 August 2023 – 15 October 2023
- Master’s & doctoral qualifications: 08 September 2023 – 12 November 2023
Rhodes University
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: April 2023
Applications Close:
- Undergraduates: 30 September 2023
- Postgraduates: 15 November 2023
- Masters & PhD’s: 15 November 2023
University of Johannesburg (UJ)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 01 April 2023
Applications Close: 31 October 2023
University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 01 April 2023
Applications Close:
- Medicine: 30 June 2023
- All other programmes: 30 September 2023
Faculty specific dates may apply.
University of Cape Town (UCT)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 3 April 2023
Applications Close:
- Undergraduate applications: 31 July 2023
University of Venda (UniVen)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 20 July 2023
Applications Close: 31 December 2023
Stellenbosch University
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Open for all programmes: 03 April 2023
Other important dates:
- 15 June 2023: Applications open for financial assistance at Stellenbosch University.
- 31 July 2023: Closing date for undergraduate programmes and residence applications.
- 30 November 2023: Applications close for Stellenbosch University financial assistance.
- 26 January 2024: Applications close for Diploma in Public Accountability (Telematic Education
Sol Plaatje University (SPU)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: April annually
Applications Close: November annually
University of Fort Hare (UFH)
North West University (NWU)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: April 2023
Applications Close:
EDUCATION PROGRAMMES:
- Bachelor of Education (BEd): 30 June 2023
- Bachelor of Education (BEd) Honours: 30 June 2023
- Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE): 30 June 2023
- Advanced Diploma in Education (ADE): 31 August 2023
- Advanced Certificate in Teaching (ACT): 31 August 2023
- Diploma in Grade R: 31 August 2023
- PGDIP in Education Management and Leadership: 31 August 2023
- PGDIP in Special Needs Education: 31 August 2023
THEOLOGY
- Bachelor of Divinity: 30 September 2023
- BTh in Christian Ministry: 30 May 2023
- Bachelor of Theology: Hons: 30 May 2023
NATURAL & AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology: 31 August 2023
ENGINEERING
- Postgraduate Diploma in Industrial Engineering: 31 August 2023
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nuclear Science and Technology (with Nuclear Technology Management): 31 August 2023
- Postgraduate Diploma in Nuclear Science and Technology: 31 August 2023
HUMANITIES
- BA in Public Governance and Policing: 31 August
ECONOMIC & MANAGEMENT SCIENCES
- Postgraduate Diploma in Management: 31 August 2023
LABOUR LAW
- Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law: 31 August
University of the Free State (UFS)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 01 April 2023
Applications Close:
- School of Clinical Medicine: 31 May 2023
- Bachelor of Architecture: 31 July 2023
- Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics & Management: 30 September 2023
- Humanities: 31 August 2023
- All non-selection programmes: 30 September 2023
- Fine Arts: 30 September 2023
Walter Sisulu University (WSU)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: March 2023
Applications Close: 30 September 2023
University of the Western Cape (UWC)
University of Witwatersrand (Wits)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Close:
- 30 June 2023 (Faculty of Health Sciences; Bachelor of Architecture; Bachelor of Audiology, Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology; BA Film and TV)
- 30 September 2023 (all other programmes; residence applications)
University of Limpopo (UL)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 08 March 2023
Applications Close: 29 September 2023
University of Mpumalanga (UMP)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 01 June 2023
Applications Close: 30 November 2023
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: 03 April 2023
Applications Close:
- 28 July 2023 (undergraduate programmes)
- 29 September 2023 (postgraduate programmes)
2024 University of Technology Application Dates
If you’re a student interested in pursuing a degree or diploma program at a South African university of technology, then it’s important to keep track of what the application and closing dates are so that you don’t miss out!
Here are the 2024 institution dates for South African universities of technology. Be sure to check out the closing dates, and get your application in on time.
Central University of Technology (CUT)
Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)
Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: June annually
Applications Close: 30 September 2023
Vaal University of Technology (VUT)
Durban University of Technology (DUT)
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Applications Open: March 2023
Applications Close: 30 September 2023
2024 Private College Application Dates
Private colleges in South Africa operate on a different timeline compared to other South African higher education institutions—particularly when it comes to their application dates. Below, you’ll find features of these dates, as well as the opening and closing dates for 2024 institutions at South African private colleges.
Boston City Campus
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Boston City Campus are open at different times throughout the year.
Lyceum Correspondence College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Lyceum Correspondence College are open throughout the year.
eta College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for eta College are open at different times throughout the year.
City Varsity
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications are open at different times throughout the year.
City Varsity Online
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Short courses start throughout the year so applications are open for different intakes.
Inscape
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Inscape are open at different times throughout the year.
CodeSpace Academy
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for CodeSpace Academy are open throughout the year for different intakes.
Intec College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Intec College are open throughout the year.
Vega
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Contact Vega to confirm when applications close.
Damelin Correspondence
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Damelin Correspondence are open throughout the year.
Rosebank College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Rosebank College are open throughout the year.
Mancosa
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Mancosa are open throughout the year.
Regent Business School
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Pre applications: 14 January 2023
Registration Closes: 31 March 2023
EHL - Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne
APPLICATION STATUS: CLOSED
Application start twice a year: February and September.
Applications close:
The application deadline for all candidates is:
- 01 April annually for September intake
- 18 October annually for February intake
Central Technical College (CTC)
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: You can apply for first or second semester, as well as part-time courses, throughout the year.
MasterStart
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for MasterStart are open at different times throughout the year.
ICESA Education
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for ICESA Education are open throughout the year for the January and July intakes.
Open Learning Group (OLG)
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Open Learning Group (OLG) are open throughout the year.
Oxbridge Academy
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Oxbridge Academy are open at different times throughout the year.
Eduvos
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Eduvos are open throughout the year for different intakes.
*Previously know as Pearson Institute of Higher Education (PIHE).
Damelin
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Damelin College are open throughout the year.
Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Richfield Graduate Institute of Technology are open throughout the year.
Health and Fitness Professionals Association (HFPA)
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Health and Fitness Professionals Association (HFPA) are open throughout the year for various courses at different intakes.
2024 TVET College Application Dates
If you’re looking to pursue your studies at a TVET college in South Africa, then good news! There are a host of TVET colleges in South Africa that have opened for applications for 2024.
Boland TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Registration is open at different times throughout the year, depending on the course of study.
Capricorn TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications Close: Applications for Capricorn TVET College are open throughout the year.
Ekurhuleni East TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Northern Cape Urban TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Coastal TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Eastcape Midlands TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Goldfields TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Applications for Goldfields TVET College are open throughout the year.
Northlink TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Applications Close: Applications are open at different times throughout the year, depending on the course of study.
False Bay TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Tshwane North TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: OPEN
Ekurhuleni West TVET College
APPLICATION STATUS: ALWAYS OPEN
Most TVET colleges accept applications throughout the year! However, there are different registration periods and intake dates for each trimester, so it’s essential to contact your chosen institution to confirm the 2024 application dates.
It’s always a good idea to double-check with the college to ensure you have the correct information and don’t miss any deadlines. So don’t hesitate to give them a call or shoot them an email to make sure you’re on the right track!
Final Thoughts
Being able to study in 2024 depends largely on one crucial factor: applying on time! That’s why it’s important to start planning and preparing for your applications now, to avoid any last-minute rush and ensure a smooth application process.
By giving yourself enough time to prepare and apply, you’ll be giving yourself the best chance of starting your studies next year.
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