Does UKZN accept late applications?

The short answer to “Does UKZN accept late applications?” is YES but for a limited number of undergraduate and postgraduate programs(only for South African citizens).

Late applications for international students will NOT be accepted. 

UKZN LATE APPLICATIONS

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

N.B. No late applications will be accepted for College of Health Sciences

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

Processing of Late Applications

Late applications are processed on a case-by-case basis. The Admissions Office will consider the following factors when reviewing late applications:

  • Applicant’s academic record: The Admissions Office will review the applicant’s academic record to ensure that they meet the academic requirements for the program.
  • Reasons for late application: The Admissions Office will consider the applicant’s reasons for late application.
  • Availability of space in the program: The Admissions Office will check if there is still space available in the program.

Notification of Admission Decision

Applicants will be notified of the Admissions Office’s decision on their late application within a few weeks of submitting their application.

UKZN does accept late applications from South African applicants for a limited number of programs. Late applications are typically accepted for one to two weeks after the standard application deadline. Applicants must meet certain eligibility criteria and submit a completed late application form with certified copies of required documents. The Admissions Office will review late applications on a case-by-case basis and will notify applicants of their decision within a few weeks of submitting their application.

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