How to Apply to UL University of Limpopo 2025-2026
Application Form
If you are unable to apply online, you can download an Application Form here and submit it to the University on or before 28 September . The form must be posted with supporting documents to the University Registrar, University of Limpopo, Private Bag X1106, Sovenga 0727, accompanied by an application fee of R200 for South African applicants, and R750 for International Applicants. Kindly note that emailed or faxed applications will not be considered.
Admission Requirement
Applying at University of Limpopo
Application process:
Step 1: Download application form from our website or apply online click here
Step 2: Your academic application form must be accompanied by an application fee which is R220-00 for South African students and R330-00 for International students.
Step 3: Once you have submitted your application form, please wait for 4 weeks before checking on your application status.
Application closing date: 30 September (Both SA and International students)
*Note: make sure that you meet or exceed the admission requirements as set out on the prospectus. Only Bachelor Certificate holders are eligible to apply for admission.
1.1 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor exemption
Prospective students, with an NSC, who wish to gain entry to any undergraduate programme at the University of Limpopo, should comply with the following:
- Life Orientation with an achievement level of at least three (3).
- Aligned with the language policy of the university, English as a language of learning and teaching with an achievement level of at least three (3).
- The required minimum levels of achievement in specific subjects as stipulated in the Calendars of each Faculty, provided that:
- Four 20-credit subjects were achieved with a minimum NSC achievement level of four (4) for degree programmes and
- Four 20-credit subjects were achieved with a minimum NSC achievement level of three (3) for diploma programmes.
- The required Admission Point Score (APS) as stipulated in the Calendars of each Faculty.
Meeting the minimum APS for a particular programme does not, however, guarantee admission.
1.2 Matriculation Certificate (prior 2008)
- Students, who successfully completed Grade 12 before 2008, can apply for admission to the University with the normal Grade 12 Senior Certificate with full university exemption by converting their grade symbols to an APS.
1.3 National Certificate (Vocational)
- Students who have successfully completed a National Certificate Vocational NC(V) Level 4 qualification will require the following and will be subject to Faculty Admission Specifications and Placement Tests:
- NC(V) level 4 certificate with 3 fundamental subjects 60% (Life Orientation included) and 4 relevant vocational subjects at 70% for degree programmes.
- NC(V) level 4 certificate with 3 fundamental subjects 50% (Life Orientation included) and 3 compulsory vocational subjects at 60% for diploma programmes.
1.4 The Admission Point Score (APS) system
The system is a simple calculation, using your NSC or Grade 12 university exemption results, which can be done by any prospective student to determine if he/she meets the minimum requirements to gain entry into:
- The University of Limpopo
and
- A specific programme of choice offered by a Faculty within the University.
Meeting the minimum APS for a particular programme does not, however, guarantee admission.
The calculation is done by the addition of the achievement levels in six (6) recognised 20 credit subjects as stipulated by specific requirements of the Faculties. Achievement levels are as follows (Note Life Orientation is not used in the APS calculation):
How to Apply
Step 1: Get your application form.
- Online Application:
Undergraduate and postgraduate applicants use the same online application process. - Hardcopy Application:
Postgraduate applicants can apply using the same online or hard copy application forms that are available to undergraduate applicants.
You can post your application to:
The Registrar
Enrolment Management
University of Limpopo
Private Bag X1106
Sovenga
0727
Step 2: Complete your application form in full.
Remember you’ll need an email address.
Step 3: Attach all supporting documents.
Step 4: Complete a student accommodation form.
Online Application
Click on Online Registration to apply, read and understand all instructions before applying. Do not forget to attach supporting documents.
Applying at University of Limpopo
Application process:
Step 1: Download application form from our website or apply online click here
Step 2: Your academic application form must be accompanied by an application fee which is R220-00 for South African students and R330-00 for International students.
Step 3: Once you have submitted your application form, please wait for 4 weeks before checking on your application status.
Application Status
Click on Online Registration to apply, read and understand all instructions before applying. Do not forget to attach supporting documents.
If you are unable to apply online, you can download an Application Form here and submit it to the University on or before 28 September . The form must be posted with supporting documents to the University Registrar, University of Limpopo, Private Bag X1106, Sovenga 0727, accompanied by an application fee of R240 for South African citizens and R360 for International students. Kindly note that emailed or faxed applications will not be considered.
Registration Date
The University of Limpopo invites prospective students to apply online for the academic year. The Online Application is Free.
Applicants are encouraged to apply on time in order to avoid disappointment. Admission closes on 28 September
Application Check list
Check our Application check list here
UL Prospectus
The University of Limpopo invites prospective students to apply online for the academic year. The Online Application is Free.
Applicants are encouraged to apply on time in order to avoid disappointment. Admission closes on 28 September . Please take note of the minimum admission requirements, refer to the Prospectus.
Checkout here for our Prospectus
Contact Details
The University of Limpopo has its Information Desk under Enrolment Management Department. The information desk is operating from counter no. 3 and 4 in the Old Admin Block, Ground Floor.
Services rendered are as follows:
- General Enquiries.
- Dispensing of application forms and prospectus.
- Submission/Receiving of application forms.
- Online application enquiries.
For any enquiries please contact UL information desk at the following numbers:
- (015) 268 9111(Switchboard)
- (015) 268 3332
- (015) 268 3276
- (015) 268 2435
- (015) 268 2812
- (015) 268 3833
- (015) 268 2788
- E-mail address: enrolment@ul.ac.za
