Does UKZN Accept Late Applications?
Are you navigating the process of late university admissions or considering a shift in your study preferences through the Central Applications Office (CAO)? This guide is your comprehensive resource for managing UKZN’s late applications and accessing the CAO’s option to change your mind for the 2025-2026 academic year. Below you’ll find detailed insights and direct links for the UKZN late application process and the CAO change of mind form for the 2025-2026 cycle, including a convenient PDF download.
Kindly note that UKZN will be accepting late applications for South African applicants only.
Late applications for international students will NOT be accepted.
Please take Note that Late Applications are allowed for:
- College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science; all undergraduate programmes
- College of Humanities; all undergraduate programmes excluding B Education, B Social Work, B Visual Arts and B Art PPL
- College of Law and Management Studies; only B Com(Foundation), B Com, B Com(Acc) and B Admin will accept late applications
UKZN Late Application Essentials for 2025-2026
Eligibility Criteria Before you apply, ensure you meet the critical criteria:
- For Engineering Programmes: You must have a matriculation score of at least 33 points, with a minimum 65% in Core Maths and Physics.
- For Agriculture and Science Fields: A minimum matric score of 28, with at least 50% in Core Maths and any Science subject.
- For Access Programmes: A matric score of 26 is required, with at least 40% in Core Maths and any Science subject.
How to apply
a) Download a late application form HERE
b) Fill in the Form and attach certified copies of ID and Matric Statement (All certified copies should not be more than 3 months old) as well as proof of payment of an application fee.
c) An application form as well as supporting documents must be saved as pdf and sent as one attachment.
d) Email to enquiries@ukzn.ac.za
e) Closing date of Late Applications: as and when the programme gets full.
f) Application Fee: R420
g) No application form will be captured without proof of payment of an application fee
Application Procedure To apply, follow these steps:
- Online Application: Complete the form on the UKZN admissions portal.
- Application Form: Download the necessary application document.
- Application Fee: A non-refundable fee of R420 is applicable.
- Submission: Send your completed form and requisite documents via email to applications@ukzn.ac.za.
Please Note: International student applications are not accepted after the deadline.
Download the Application Form To obtain the form, visit the official UKZN website: https://www.ukzn.ac.za/.
Important Reminder: The UKZN Admission Application Portal will not accept new submissions after closure. To avoid missing out, it’s advisable to complete your registration promptly while applications are open.
