UKZN Online Postgraduate Application
UKZN Postgraduate Diplomas Requirements,UKZN Online Postgraduate Application
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) will accept online applications for postgraduate students. Each year, the deadline for applications is September 30. Follow this guide if you are a South African or a foreign applicant looking for admission to a postgraduate program in the upcoming academic year, assuming you meet the prerequisites. Please keep reading.
UKZN Postgraduate Online Application 2024-2025 Closing Date
WESTVILLE APPLICATIONS
CLOSING DATE: 30 SEPTEMBER OF EACH YEAR
(EXTENDED TO 31 OCT)
UKZN Postgraduate Diplomas Requirements
(NQF 8)
Requirements
- An appropriate Bachelor’s degree; OR
- Admission to the status of that degree in terms of Rule GR7 (a); OR
- Attained a level of competence as defined by Rule GR7 (b);
- A School/College may prescribe further criteria for admission to study. Consult College Handbooks on www.ukzn.ac.za;
- Some Schools/Colleges may accept an AdvancedDiploma for entry into a Postgraduate Diploma if HEQF (Higher Education Qualification Framework) requirements are met.
UKZN Postgraduate Online Application 2024-2025
Duration
A minimum of at least two consecutive semesters.
Except with the permission of the Senate, all modules
shall be completed at the University.
Curriculum
The curriculum will contain advanced reflection,
practice and research methods in the area of specialisation and may include a sustained research project in accordance with College rules approved by Senate.
Bachelor of Honours Degrees
(NQF 8)
Requirements
- An appropriate bachelor’s degree; OR
- Admission to the status of that degree in terms of Rule GR7 (a); OR
- Attained a level of competence as defined by Rule GR7 (b);
- A School/College may prescribe further criteria for admission to study. Consult College Handbooks on www.ukzn.ac.za.
UKZN Postgraduate Online Application 2024-2025
Application Procedure: Local and International
While the actual selection is carried out by Schools, the administrative application is a vital part of the procedure that must be followed:
New Applicants
- All applicants for postgraduate study must complete a University of KwaZulu-Natal ‘Application for Postgraduate Admission’ form;
- Application forms are available from the General Enquiry Offices on campuses or on the UKZN web at www.ukzn.ac.za under ‘Apply to UKZN’, Application Procedures;
- An application fee must be paid to UKZN on submission of the application or at the bank (see details on the next page);
- Mail the form to the address provided on the cover of the form;
- Once the application is processed, a candidate will be issued with a student number and the application will be forwarded to the relevant School for consideration; and
- These steps will enable you to proceed with registration if offered a place.
UKZN Postgraduate Selection Procedure
The Academic Leaders in Schools have the power to choose which students will pursue postgraduate education and will set certain requirements for prior achievement. An applicant can get more information by getting in touch with the relevant school.
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UKZN Postgraduate Status Check 2024-2025
- Visit the University of Kwazulu Natal UKZN application status check website https://caocheck.ukzn.ac.za/Start.aspx
- Select and Enter your ID Number/Passport number
- Then click the “Login” button to access your admission status.
- Upon successful Login, applicants will be able to find their application status.
UKZN Postgraduate Application Fees
A non-refundable application fee is payable on submission of the application form.
- •SA applicants on-time –R210
- SA applicants late –R420
- SADC and Africa – R490
- Countries outside Africa – $153
UKZN Postgraduate Application Fee Account Details
South African Applicants
- Name of Account: UKZN Main
- Bank: Standard Bank
- Type of Account: Business Current Account
- Account Number: 05 308 0998
- Branch: Westville
- Branch Code: 045426
- Reference: F001 11402 with applicant’s full name
International Applicants
- Name of Account: UKZN Foreign Deposit
- Bank: Standard Bank
- Type of Account: Business Current Account
- Account Number: 05 308 2826
- Branch: Westville
- Branch Code: 045426
- Reference: F001 11402 with applicant’s full name
- Swift Code: SBZAZAJJ (for international)
No late international applications accepted.
Needed Documents for UKZN Online Application 2024-2025
All prospective applicants should remember to upload the following documents (where applicable)
- Certified copy of your ID/passport.
- Certified copy of your National Senior/Matric Certificate or O/A Levels or relevant school leaving qualification/certificate.
- Proof from Universities South Africa (previously known as HESA), that you qualify for admission to degree studies at South African universities if you are an international applicant.
- Certified copies of your degree certificate(s), academic record, and certificate of conduct, if you attended other universities.
- Proof of English proficiency for International applicants from non-English speaking countries.
- South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluations if the previous qualification(s) was/were obtained at foreign universities (outside South Africa).
- A research proposal/proposed title of the dissertation/thesis if you are applying for a Masters’s Degree or PhD.
- A valid study visa to study in SA if you are an International applicant.
- USAF/SAQA documents are to be uploaded in order to complete your application.
- Ensure to use reference APPN (followed by your student number) when making application fee payments.
UKZN University Financial Aid And Accommodation
- The University has a policy of granting financial aid and rooms in residence only to students who have a reasonable chance of completing a programme.
- Financial aid and a place in residence will continue if a student’s academic performance is satisfactory. Students in doubt must consult with the Student Funding Centre to determine if further funding will be available.
- If there is a poor chance of funding, it is sensible to start making alternative arrangements or enquire about less expensive study options.
UKZN Prospectus 2024-2025 PDF
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has a prospectus for students. This prospectus contains the academic calendar, courses and requirements, student fees and funding, application and registration process, and many more.
UKZN Prospectus 2024-2025 is available in PDF format for download for both undergraduate and postgraduate applicants. UKZN Undergraduate Prospectus 2024 PDF download and UKZN Postgraduate Prospectus 2024 PDF download are available on the University of KwaZulu-Natal official website or check from the links below
UKZN Campuses
For students, the university has a number of campuses.
- Edgewood
- Howard College
- Medical School
- Pietermaritzburg
- Westville
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UKZN Postgraduate Programs
Howard College Campus
- Anthropology
- Clinical Sociology
- Conflict Transformation & Peace Studies
- Cultural & Heritage Tourism
- Economic History & Development Studies
- Geography & Environmental Management
- Government, Business and Ethics
- Industrial, Organisational and Labour Studies
- International Relations
- Government, Business and Ethics
- Historical Studies
- Political Science
- Public Policy
- Social Policy
- Sociology
Pietermaritzburg Campus
- Anthropology
- Clinical Sociology
- Conflict Transformation & Peace Studies
- Geography & Environmental Management
- Government, Business and Ethics
- Historical Studies
- Industrial, Organisational and Labour Studies
- Information & Library Studies
- International Relations
- Political Science
- Public Policy
- Sociology
UKZN Postgraduate Academic Administrative Officer Contact
Postgraduate Academic Administrative Officers
Mrs Nancy Mudau
Pietermaritzburg Campus
033 260 6286
mudauna@ukzn.ac.za
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