How To Apply At SMU For 2025/2026 – Sefako Makgatho Uni.

How To Apply At SMU For 2025/2026 - Sefako Makgatho Uni.

How To Apply At SMU For 2025/2026 – Sefako Makgatho Uni.

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) conducts an annual undergraduate program application cycle from April to August, with deadlines varying between programs and open to both domestic and international applicants. Find out if 2025 applications are open!!

When to Apply to Sefako Makgatho University (SMU) For 2025-2026

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is open for applications for the 2025 academic year and closing on July 31st for undergraduate programs and August 30th for postgraduate programs, urging early submissions.

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is unable to accept late or walk-in applications due to high demand for its programs.

Sefako Makgatho University (SMU) Application Fee For 2025-2026

To apply to Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU), a non-refundable application fee of R300 must be paid at Standard Bank, account number 071 244 395, branch number 020 909. Use your ID or student number as a reference.

Sefako Makgatho University (SMU) 2025 Course offerings

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the field of health sciences. Here are some of the courses offered by SMU:

School of Medicine

Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Extended Curriculum Programme (MBChB ECP)
Bachelor of Radiography (B Rad)
School of Health Care Sciences
Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm)
Bachelor of Nursing Sciences and Midwifery (B. Cur)
Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (BSc Physio)
Bachelor of Speech-Language, Pathology and Audiology (B SLP & A)
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (B Occ Ther)
Bachelor of Science in Optometry

School of Dental Sciences

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Bachelor of Dental Therapy (BDT)
Bachelor of Oral Hygiene (BOH)
School of Public Health
Bachelor of Science in Public Health (BSPH)
School of Laboratory Medicine
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Sciences (BSc MLS)

School of Science

Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry
Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and Biotechnology
Bachelor of Science in Biology
Bachelor of Science in Biology and Environmental Science

How to Apply to Sefako Makgatho University (SMU) for 2025 Admissions

To apply to Sefako Makgatho University (SMU) for “admission in 2025”, follow the steps below

In your browser, type www.SMU.ac.za.
Choose and click on Online Applications under step 4.
Choose “No” if you’re a new candidate, and “No” if you want to finish your application later.
Check the POPI Act document box.
Type in your Token Specific to Qualification.
Click the “Next Button” button.
List all of the relatives and payment-responsible parties’ full names.
Type in your address and phone number.
Choose your qualifications.
Enter the number from your last school leaving certificate and your matriculation/grade 12 year.
Fill in the required fields.
Enter the name of your most recent high school.
Decide on the required qualifications, campus, instruction language, and admissions.

What You’ll Need to Apply at Sefako Makgatho University (SMU)

To complete your SMU applications for 2025, Upload the following documents:

Domestic Applicants

Certified copy of your ID or Birth Certificate.
Certified copy of final Grade 11 results or National Senior Certificate (NSC)/Matric Certificate (if you have completed Grade 12/Matric).
Official academic record(s) from previous universities attended, including SMU (if applicable).
Proof of payment for application
Certified copy of your ID

International Applicants

Submit the documents mentioned above;
submit previous foreign qualifications that have been evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
Obtain study permits before registering as a student.

How Many Programs Should I Apply To?

You can apply for a maximum of two qualifications which are first and second choice. However, priority will be given to the first-choice applications due to the high application volume.

Online Application Submission Process (After Submissions)

Applicants will receive an Application Verification email confirming their online application.
If an email notification is not received, applicants should check their junk email folder for potential notifications.

Check Sefako Makgatho University (SMU) 2025 Application

Applicants to Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) can expect to receive notification on their application status by the end of October 2024. Applicants can however check the status of their applications by following the steps below.