WSU 2027 Application Opening & Closing Dates – Full Details

The 2027 application cycle at Walter Sisulu University (WSU) is officially open. Prospective students can now apply for Higher Certificates, Diplomas, Bachelor’s Degrees, Master’s and Doctoral programmes for the 2027 academic year.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications starting from April 1, 2026 to avoid missing the deadline.

WSU 2027 Application Closing Dates

All applications, including a completed online application form and supporting documents, must be submitted before the following deadlines:

30 September 2026 – International applicants
31 October 2026 – South African applicants

Late applications are not accepted, so ensure you apply before the closing date.

Who Can Apply to WSU

You can apply for admission to Walter Sisulu University if you:

Want to start a new qualification in 2027
Want to change to a different qualification
Meet the minimum admission requirements for your chosen programme

Both South African and international students are welcome to apply.

Requirements for the WSU 2027 Online Application

To complete your application successfully, you must have the following:

An active email address
A working mobile phone number
A valid postal address
Next-of-kin details
Certified copies of all supporting documents

How Many Courses You Can Apply For

Applicants may choose up to three (3) qualification options during the 2027 application cycle.

It is important to ensure that you meet the admission requirements for each programme before selecting it.

WSU Application Fee

Applying to Walter Sisulu University is completely free. There is no application fee for the 2027 admission intake.

Minimum Admission Requirements for WSU

To be considered for admission, applicants must have at least:

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or an equivalent qualification
An achievement level of 4 (50–59%) or higher in four recognised 20-credit subjects (excluding Life Orientation)
At least 30% in the language of learning and teaching
A competitive APS score depending on the programme

WSU 2027 Application Prospectus

The Walter Sisulu University 2027 prospectus contains all the important information prospective students need before applying. It provides details on available programmes, admission requirements, funding opportunities, accommodation options, and other essential guidelines.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to download a copy of the prospectus and read it carefully before making a final decision about their chosen qualification and application.

How to Apply to Walter Sisulu University

All applications must be submitted online. Follow these steps:

Visit the official website: www.wsu.ac.za
Click “Study With Us.”
Select Undergraduate or Postgraduate application.
Review the programme requirements.
Complete the online application form.
Upload all required supporting documents as seen below.
- South African ID document or Passport (for international applicants).
- Matric certificate or Statement of symbols.
- Grade 12 school report (if currently in Grade 12).
Review your application carefully.
Submit your application.

What Happens After You Apply

Once your application is submitted:

You will receive a WSU student number.
A confirmation email will be sent to your registered email address.

You can then track the status of your application through the university portal.

Contact Information:

For inquiries, you can contact any of the WSU campuses listed below:

Mthatha Main Campus: Tel: +27 (0) 47 502 2844, Email: [email address removed]
Buffalo City Campus: Tel: +27 (0) 43 708 5200, Email: [email address removed]
Butterworth Campus: Tel: +27 (0) 47 401 6254, Email: [email address removed]
Komani Campus: Tel: +27 (0) 40 842 6800, Email: [email address removed]

Please note: While physical application forms are no longer available, the contact information provided can be helpful for further inquiries about the application process.

Contact WSU

Location

Nelson Mandela Drive, Mthatha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

Contact & Email

Contact Number: +27 47 502 2844/ +27 47 502 2211
Email: enquiries@wsu.ac.z

Visit the official website HERE

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