SPU 2026 Admission: Key Dates & Requirements
SPU 2026 Admission: Key Dates & Requirements
If you plan to apply for a diploma, higher certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate program, this article provides all the essential information to help you complete a successful application. Sol Plaatje University (SPU) will soon open applications for the 2026 academic year, so it’s important to start preparing in advance.
Sol Plaatje University Admission 2026 Intake
Sol Plaatje University, located in Kimberley, South Africa, is ranked 26th in the country according to EDU RANK. SPU offers academically rigorous programs in fields that align with South Africa’s commitment to fostering a nation proud of its heritage and cultural roots
Opening and Closing Dates for SPU 2026 Admission
Sol Plaatje University is among the few institutions that open their application window early in the year before the intended year of study. Applications for the 2026 academic year are expected to open on April 1, 2025, and close on October 31, 2025. Late submissions are discouraged due to limited available spaces.
List of Courses offered at SPU for the 2026 academic intake year
SPU courses and APS scores: Below are the courses and their respective APS scores required for admission to Sol Plaatje University.
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
- Diploma in Retail Business Management: 25 APS
- Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting: APS 30
- Bachelor of Commerce in Economics:30 points
- Advanced Diploma in Management: NR
Faculty of Education
- Bachelor of Education (BEd): AP) score of 30
- Bachelor of Education (BEd) Intermediate phase (Grade 4–6): (AP) score of 30
- Bachelor of Education (BEd) Senior Phase (Grade 7 – 9) & FET Phase (Grade 10 – 12):APS score of 30
- Bachelor of Education (Hons) curriculum Studies: NR
Faculty of Humanities
- Higher Certificate in Court Interpreting: points: 25
- Higher Certificate in Heritage Studies:APS Minimum points: 25
- Bachelor of Arts Honours in Archaeology
- Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Heritage Studies
- Bachelor of Arts Honours in Languages (Afrikaans)
- Bachelor of Arts Honours in Languages (English)Bachelor of Arts Honours in Languages (Setswana)
- Bachelor of Social Science Honours in AnthropologyBachelor of Social Science Honours in History
- Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Sociology Bachelor of Social Science Honours in Sociology
Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences
- Diploma in Information and Communication Technology in Applications Development
- Diploma in Agriculture:APS): Minimum 25 points.
- Advanced Diploma in Information and Communication Technology in ApplicationsDevelopment
- Bachelor of Science (BSc): 30 APS
- Bachelor of Science – Data Science: APS: 30 Points
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Computer Science: NR
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Data Science: NR
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) – Biological Sciences: NR
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) – Mathematical Sciences (Mathematics): NR
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) – Physical Sciences: NR
Note: NR means NOT REQUIRED
SPU Admission Requirements For 2026 Intake
Each course at SPU has its own specific entry requirements. To assist you, below are the minimum entry requirements for admission into Degree, Diploma and Higher certificate
- Bachelor’s Degree: Applicants must have a National Senior Certificate with a Bachelor’s Degree endorsement.
- Diploma: Applicants must have a National Senior Certificate with a Diploma endorsement.
- Higher Certificate: Applicants must have a National Senior Certificate with a Higher Certificate endorsement.
In addition to the above, you must satisfy the following requirements:
- English must be taken either as Home Language or First Additional Language
- Mathematical Literacy will be considered for LLB, Education and Humanities
- You must have a good Admission Points Score (APS)
N.B.: Download the 2026 SPU prospectus to explore all entry requirements. Click Here to download it
Documents Required for SPU 2026 Applications
All prospective students are required by Sol Plaatje University to submit the following documents as part of the application process:
- Currently in Grade 12
- A certified copy of your ID
- Final Grade 11 results
- Completed your Grade 12/matric
- An affidavit declaring that you have studied at another higher education institution (university or college). If you never enrolled at a university or college since completing high school, this must be declared in the affidavit.
- A certified copy of your ID
- Your final Grade 12 results
- Transfer applicants:
- An official academic transcript and a certificate of conduct from your previous college/university
- A certified copy of your ID
- Final Grade 12 results
How to Apply at SPU 2026
Follow the guidelines and steps below to apply to Sol Plaatje University for admission 2026
- Use Mozilla Firefox or Chrome
- Ensure you have stable internet
- Go to www.spu.ac.za
- Find and select the “STUDY@SPU” section.
- Choose the option to apply online.
- Provide your ID and password to register.
- Use your ID number to access the portal.
- Review and agree to the terms and conditions.
- Choose your qualification from the drop-down menu or type it in.
- After selecting your course, click “Save and Continue.”
- Fill out all required fields in the form.
- Agree to the rules once more.
- Finalize your application submission.
- Provide all necessary documents as required.
- Submit the fee and upload proof of payment.
- SPU will send an email confirming receipt of your application.
- Check your application status
SPU Accommodation Applications 2026
Sol Plaatje University provides campus housing and residence facilities to new students upon successful course registration. Applications must be submitted online and not directly at the residences.
- The closing date for all applications is 31 October 2025. Late applications will not be accepted due to limited space.
- NSFAS students must have a provisional or firm acceptance before being admitted into a residence.
- Bursary students must provide proof of their bursary upon registration.
- To apply for residence, you must indicate on the application form whether you require SPU campus accommodation.
SPU Contact Details for 2026 Applications
If you need assistance with your Sol Plaatje University 2026 application, use the contact details below:
- Undergraduates
- Admissions Office: applications@spu.ac.za
- Postgraduates
- School of Education: postgrad.edu@spu.ac.za
- School of Applied and Natural Sciences: postgrad.nas@spu.ac.za
- School of Humanities: postgrad.hum@spu.ac.za
- School of Economics and Management Sciences: postgrad.ems@spu.ac.za
- General Application enquiries
- Telephone Number: 053 491 0000
- Email Address: information@spu.ac.za
For more information, visit the official website here.
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