University of Venda 2026 Application: Guide for New Students

If you’re considering applying for a diploma, higher certificate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral program at the University of Venda, this guide contains all the crucial details to help you navigate the application process successfully. Applications for the 2026 academic year will open on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, so it’s best to begin your preparations early.

Study at UNIVEN: Apply for 2026

The University of Venda is committed to quality and excellence in all its endeavors, with a strong passion for learning, innovation, and creativity. Located in the serene and peaceful surroundings of Limpopo, the university provides an ideal environment for academic success and personal growth.

UNIVEN Application Dates for 2026

All applications for first-year students wishing to study at the University of Venda in 2026 must be submitted via the online portal at www.univen.ac.za, beginning April 1, 2025.

Prospective students must ensure their applications are completed by September 26, 2025, before midnight.

Submitting your application on time is crucial to enhance your chances of admission. The University of Venda follows a competitive selection process, prioritizing high-achieving applicants and those who apply early. Late submissions will not be considered due to limited availability.

List of Courses offered at UNIVEN for the 2026 academic intake year

Below are the faculties and their respective courses offered at the University of Venda.

Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education

Undergraduate Programs:

Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies) (HSBAMS)
Bachelor of Arts (Development Studies) (HSBADS)
Bachelor of Arts (HSBBA)
Bachelor of Indigenous Knowledge Systems (HSBIKS)
Bachelor of Arts in Language Practice (HSBALP)
Bachelor of Arts in International Relations (HSBAIR)
Bachelor of Arts, Youth in Development (HSBAYD)
Bachelor of Arts in History (HSBAH)
Bachelor of Theology (HSBBT)
Bachelor of Religious Studies (HSBARS)
Higher Certificate in Music (HSCHCM)
Bachelor of Social Work (HSBBSW)
Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training (SEBESP, SEBECP, SEBELP)
Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching (SEBEFP)

Faculty of Health Sciences

Undergraduate Programs:

Bachelor of Nursing (SHBBN)
BSc in Nutrition (SHBBSN)
BSc in Sports and Exercise Science (SHBSES)
BSc in Recreation and Leisure Studies (SHBRLS)
Bachelor of Psychology (SHBBP)

Diploma Programs:

Diploma in Nursing (SHDPN)

Faculty of Management, Commerce, and Law

Management and Commerce Stream:

Bachelor of Administration (MSBAPA)
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting Sciences (MSBCAS)
Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (MSBBCA)
Bachelor of Commerce in Business Information Systems (MSBBIS)
Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management (MSBCBM)
Bachelor of Commerce in Cost and Management Accounting (MSBCMA)
Bachelor of Commerce in Economics (MSBBCE)
Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management (MSBHRM)
Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial Psychology (MSBCIP)
Bachelor of Commerce in Tourism Management (MSBCTM)

Law Stream:

Baccalaureus Legum (LWBBL)
Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice (LWBACJ)

Extended Degree Programs:

Extended Bachelor of Administration (MSEABA)
Extended Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting (MSEBCA)
Extended Bachelor of Commerce in Business Information Systems (MSEBIS)
Extended Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management (MSEBCM)
Extended Bachelor of Commerce in Cost and Management Accounting (MSECMA)
Extended Bachelor of Commerce in Economics (MSEBCE)
Extended Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resources (MSEHRM)

Faculty of Science, Engineering, and Agriculture

Diploma Program:

Diploma in Freshwater Technology (MNDDFT)

Bachelor of Science Degrees:

BSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology (MNBBSA)
BSc in Biochemistry and Biology (MNBBSD)
BSc in Microbiology and Botany (MNBBSE)
BSc in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics (MNBBSF)
BSc in Financial Mathematics and Applied Mathematics (MNBBSG)
BSc in Mathematics and Physics (MNBBSH)
BSc in Mathematics and Statistics (MNBB-SI)
BSc in Physics and Chemistry (MNBBSJ)
BSc in Chemistry and Mathematics (MNBBSK)
BSc in Chemistry and Biochemistry (MNBBSL)
BSc in Chemistry (MNBBSN)
BSc in Botany and Zoology (MNBB-SO)
BSc in Computer Science (MNBBSP)
BSc in Computer Science and Mathematics (MNBBSQ)

Environmental Sciences Stream:

Bachelor of Environmental Sciences (ESBBES)
Bachelor of Earth Sciences in Mining and Environmental Geology (ESBMEG)
Bachelor of Earth Sciences in Hydrology and Water Resources (ESBHWR)
Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning (ESBURP)
Bachelor of Environmental Sciences in Disaster Risk Reduction (ESB-DRR)

Agriculture Stream:

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agricultural Economics) (AGBAAE)
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Agribusiness Management) (AGBAAM)
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Animal Science) (AGBAAS)
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Horticultural Sciences) (AGBAHS)
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Plant Production) (AGBAPP)
Bachelor of Science in Soil Science (AGBASS)
Bachelor of Science in Forestry (AGBBFR)
Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Technology (AGBFST)
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering (BSCENG)

Extended BSc Degree Programs:

Extended BSc in Biochemistry and Microbiology (MNEBSA)
Extended BSc in Biochemistry and Biology (MNEBSD)
Extended BSc in Microbiology and Botany (MNEBSE)
Extended BSc in Mathematics and Applied Mathematics (MNEBSF)
Extended BSc in Financial Mathematics and Applied Mathematics (MNEBSG)
Extended BSc in Mathematics and Physics (MNEBSH)

Admission Requirements For 2026 Intake

To be eligible for admission to studies at UNIVEN, applicants must meet the following requirements and achieve a minimum of 26 APS points:

Degree: Applicants must hold a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with an achievement rating of 4 (50-59%) in four 20-credit subjects. A minimum score of 26 points is also required. If Grade 12 has been completed, a bachelor’s or matric exemption is necessary.
Diploma: Applicants must have an NSC with an achievement rating of 3 (40-49%) in four 20-credit subjects.
Certificate: The minimum requirement is an NSC

N.B.: Download the 2026 UNIVEN prospectus to explore all entry requirements. Click Here to download it

Documents Required for UNIVEN 2026 Applications

When applying for academic studies, please upload the following documents in PDF format:

A copy of your ID or Passport
Your Grade 11 final (December) results, stamped by your school
Academic record and certificate of good conduct (Transfer students)
A copy of your study/residence permit, medical insurance, or SAQA Evaluation (International applicant)
Your ID number or student reference number

How to Apply at UNIVEN 2026

Follow the guidelines and steps below to apply to the University of Venda for admission 2026

Use Mozilla Firefox or Chrome
Ensure you have stable internet
Step 1: Go to www.univen.ac.za to complete the application form
- Finish your application by clicking the “Submit” button.
- You will then be assigned a student number
Step 2: Upload all supporting documents
Step 3: The 2026 Application for Admission and Residence at the University of Venda (UNIVEN) is free of charge.
Step 4: Check Application Status
You can check the progress of your univen application by following the steps below
- Click on the ‘Check My Application’ icon on the HOMEPAGE
- Enter your ID number/Passport Number and the status of your application will be displayed on the screen.

UNIVEN Accommodation Applications 2026

The University of Venda provides campus housing and residence facilities to new students upon successful course registration. Applications must be submitted online and not directly at the residences.

All first-year applicants requesting accommodation for the 2026 academic year must submit their application through the University of Venda’s official website at www.univen.ac.za. When prompted with the question, “If you need accommodation,” select “Yes.” Accommodation will be allocated to those who apply through the UNIVEN portal and have received either a conditional or firm admission offer for the 2026 academic year

UNIVEN Student Financial Aid

The University of Venda (UNIVEN) offers internal bursaries to students pursuing diplomas, higher certificates, bachelor’s degrees, honours, master’s, and PhD degrees. These bursaries are awarded based on academic merit and are subject to available funding. To be eligible for all available funding, applicants must be fully accepted into their studies

UNIVEN Contact Details for 2026 Applications

If you need assistance with your University of Venda 2026 application, use the contact details below:

Phone: +27 15 962 8974
Phone: +27 15 962 8959
Phone: +27 15 962 8953

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