The University of Fort Hare (UFH) has opened applications for the 2025 academic year, providing an opportunity for both undergraduate and postgraduate students to join one of South Africa’s most historic institutions. Whether you’re a first-time applicant or continuing your academic journey, this guide covers everything you need to know to complete your UFH online application successfully.
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Application Process and Key Deadlines
Starting your UFH online application early is essential, as the university strictly adheres to its deadlines. The application fee is R120, payable when you submit your application. Applicants who are under 18 must also include a Declaration by Parent/Guardian with their application. Additionally, international students need to meet South African immigration requirements, so make sure your paperwork is in order. You can always reach out to internationalapplications@ufh.ac.za for any specific questions on this.
- Undergraduate Application Deadline: All undergraduate applications close on 31 October 2024. Late applications are not accepted, so be sure to submit everything on time.
- Postgraduate Application Deadline: Applications for Honours, Master’s, and PhD programmes close on 29 November 2024. As with undergraduate applications, no late applications will be considered.
For more details on UFH’s requirements, you can check out the UFH online application page.
Admission Requirements for UFH
Each qualification level at UFH has specific admission requirements, ensuring that all applicants meet the standards necessary for their chosen field of study.
- Undergraduate Requirements:
- For a South African National Senior Certificate (NSC), applicants need to achieve 50–59% (a rating of 4) or better in any four 20-credit NSC subjects.
- Those with a Senior Certificate (pre-NSC) must have a matriculation endorsement.
- For more information on each programme’s specific criteria, download the Undergraduate Study Guide via the UFH online application portal.
- Postgraduate Requirements:
- Admission requirements vary depending on the programme, so prospective Honours, Master’s, and PhD students should consult the Postgraduate Study Guide to check what’s needed for their intended course.
- Visit UFH online application to access these guides and ensure you meet the necessary criteria.
How to Track Your UFH Online Application Status
Once you’ve completed your UFH online application, you can track its status via the UFH Student Support Portal. You’ll receive an SMS or email notification about your application status. However, if there’s no update, you can log in to the portal directly for the latest information. For those having trouble with document uploads, the Guide Document on the UFH website can help you navigate the process.
Contact Information for Faculty-Specific Inquiries
If you have specific questions or need support related to your chosen field, UFH provides direct contact information for each faculty:
- General Admissions: applications2025@ufh.ac.za
- Law: lawenquiries@ufh.ac.za
- Social Science & Humanities: zmnguni@ufh.ac.za
- Education: nmagocoba@ufh.ac.za
- Management & Commerce: fmcenquiries@ufh.ac.za
- Science & Agriculture: msmith@ufh.ac.za
- Health Sciences: pnhlumayo@ufh.ac.za
For more detailed guidance, or if you want to check additional documents and requirements, visit the UFH online application page.
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