University of the Free State Prospectus

University of the Free State (UFS) Prospectus For 2023/2024

See the prospectus for other South African universities below;

The University of the Free State is situated in Bloemfontein – the centre of South Africa. Bloemfontein is part of the Mangaung Metropolitan Municipality, Free State, and serves as the capital of the province, as well as the Judicial Capital of South Africa.

Important UFS Application Information

UFS Important Application Dates

How to Apply to UFS

UFS Admission Requirements

UFS Residences | Accommodation

Application to study in 2023

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF THE FREE STATE?

For degree studies at the University of the Free State, we expect that:

• You have an NSC or NCV with an endorsement that allows entrance to degree studies (Bachelor’s degree) or an equivalent qualification.

• You meet all the minimum admission requirements for the programme you intend to study. Meeting the minimum admission requirements for your chosen/intended programme of study, does not guarantee admission, as limited spaces are available in each programme.

• You have a minimum level of 4 (50%) in the chosen UFS language of instruction: English or Afrikaans (only applicable to certain programmes).

• You must pass certain school subjects with a minimum level of achievement in order to take a certain university module. For example, you must get a mark of 70% for Mathematics in Grade 12 if you plan to study BSc majoring in Physics with Engineering subjects.

How Do You Apply?

ONLINE APPLICATION:

Visit https://apply.ufs.ac.za. Proceed through all the steps and submit your online application. Make sure that you complete the application form thoroughly, e.g. if you need on-campus residence accommodation or financial aid, indicate this in the relevant section.

Upload copies of the following in PDF or JPEG format when you apply for undergraduate studies:

• Your ID or passport

• Your parent’s ID or passport if you are younger than 18

• National Senior Certificate if you already matriculated • Your final Grade 11 results with the school’s stamp

• Grade 12 June results with the school’s stamp as soon as it becomes available. It can also be emailed to studentadmin@ufs.ac.za, especially if you have applied for a selection programme

• Your academic record, only if you are a current student at another institution of higher learning

• USAf accreditation from the examination board for South African universities. Apply to mb.usaf.ac.za for conditional exemption, foreign conditional exemption, or mature age conditional exemption.

The online application is quick and easy – no hassle, no fuss! It has an easy and modern design and is mobile and tablet-friendly. You can apply using any device. You can expect a quicker response time if you apply online.

HARD-COPY APPLICATION:

Go to www.ufs.ac.za. Follow the link ‘how to apply’ and download the hard-copy application. Make sure that you complete the application form thoroughly, e.g. if you need an accommodation or financial aid, indicate this in the relevant section. Sign the application and mail it with all the relevant certified documentation to: The Application Office, PO Box 339, Bloemfontein 9300. Remember to include copies of:

• Your ID or passport

• Your parent’s ID or passport if you are younger than 18

• National Senior Certificate if you already matriculated

• Your final Grade 11 results with the school’s stamp

• Your Grade 12 June results with the school’s stamp as soon as it becomes available. It can also be emailed to studentadmin@ufs.ac.za, especially if you have applied for a selection programme

• Your academic record, only if you are a current student at another institution of higher learning

• USAf accreditation from the examination board for South African universities. Apply to mb.usaf.ac.za for conditional exemption, foreign conditional exemption, or mature age conditional exemption.