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How To Apply Online At Wits For 2026

The University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) has officially opened the 2026 application window for all prospective students wishing to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate qualifications. While the opening date is the same for all programs, the closing dates vary by faculty. Ensure you submit your application before the deadlines to secure your place at one of South Africa’s leading universities.

For a complete guide on the application process, including key dates and steps to apply, kindly read this article to the end.

When to Apply to WITS Admissions 2026

Applications for certificates, diplomas, degrees, honors, master’s, and PhD programs for the 2026 academic intake will be open from March 1, 2025, to September 30, 2025. However, some programs may have earlier closing dates. You are encouraged to visit www.wits.ac.za, the official website of the University of the Witwatersrand, starting Saturday, March 1, 2025, to begin your academic journey

What are the academic entry requirements for my course?

The specific entry requirements for your course of interest can be found on the relevant course page within the entry requirements section.

The course page also provides helpful information on:

Where the course is offered
Tuition fees
Module content
Available study options
Professional accreditations

English Language Requirements:

All Wits University degree courses, regardless of delivery mode (face-to-face or online), are conducted in English. If English is not your native language, you will need to demonstrate proficiency in the language at the level required for your chosen course. This can be achieved through an IELTS test with the appropriate grade.

How to Apply For WITS 2026 Admissions

To apply for the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), follow these steps:

Step 1: Visit the Official Wits Website

Go to www.wits.ac.za

Step 2: Access the Online Application Portal

Click on the STUDY@WITS icon
Select “Apply Online”

Step 3: Create an Account

Register with your ID number (South African applicants) or Passport number (international applicants)
Set up a password for your account

Step 4: Log In and Complete the Application Form

Enter your login credentials
Read and accept the terms and conditions
Choose your desired qualification and program from the dropdown list
Fill in all required fields in the application form

Step 5: Upload Supporting Documents

Upload certified copies of:

Grade 11 final results (current matriculants)
Matric certificate (if completed)
Academic transcripts (for postgraduate applicants or those transferring from other institutions)
Proof of payment for the application fee

Step 6: Pay the Application Fee

South African applicants: R100
International applicants: R700
Upload the proof of payment

What Do You Need to Study at the University of the Witwatersrand?

For degree studies at the University of the Witwatersrand, The university expects that:

National Senior Certificate (NSC) Bachelor’s degree pass
National Certificate (Vocational)

The minimum admission requirement to a Bachelor’s degree programme is a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by Council for General and Further Education and Training. The minimum legislative requirements for admission to a Bachelor’s degree include the achievement of:

Three (3) fundamental subjects between 60 – 69% (3) (including English as the language of learning and teaching at Wits)
Three (3) vocational subjects from the designated list between 70 – 79% (4).

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