UFS Online application requirements 2024-2025

For detailed information about the application requirements for the 2024-2025 UFS Online, please refer to this page.

The University of the Free State has specific prerequisites for enrollment, including:

Holding an NSC, NCV, or an equivalent qualification that qualifies you for degree programs, such as a Bachelor’s degree.
Fulfilling all the prerequisites for your chosen program. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission due to limited available spots.
Attaining a minimum proficiency level of 4 (50%) in English or Afrikaans, which are the languages of instruction for certain programs.
Meeting specific subject requirements and achieving a minimum grade to enroll in particular university modules. For instance, if you intend to major in physics and take engineering courses, you need to have a grade point average of 70% in grade 12 mathematics. Refer to the faculty-specific admission requirements for a comprehensive list of prerequisite subjects and proficiency standards for each program.

Important information for all students:

Apply as early as possible to secure a spot since availability is limited. Failure to meet deadlines may result in rejection or inability to register.
Academic achievement is highly valued, and higher AP scores enhance the chances of selection and admission. However, meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
Submit a complete application with all the necessary supporting documents to avoid delays.
Transferring students should include their official study record and conduct certificate.
International students must provide additional documents, including a conditional exemption certificate issued by the Matriculation Board.
Conditional admission may be offered based on Grade 11 or equivalent results, but not all programs in the Faculty of Health Sciences offer this option.
Final admission to the desired program is determined based on Grade 12 results, and you will be notified of the decision after the release of those results.
Your admission point (AP) total is calculated based on the NSC achievement scale, with points awarded for certain achievement levels.
Before applying, carefully review the admission requirements for your chosen program, and note that achievement levels below 30% in academic subjects do not earn points. Life Orientation at achievement level 5 (60%) or higher receives one point when calculating the AP score for admission.

NSC Level	UFS AP
7 (90%–100%)	8
7 (80%–89%)	7
6 (70%–79%)	6
5 (60%–69%)	5
4 (50%–59%)	4
3 (40%–49%)	3
2 (30%–39%)	2
1 (0%–29%)	–
To calculate your AP, you can use the following example:
For five (5) academic subjects, you must obtain a level 5 (60%)	5 x 5 = 25
For one (1) further academic subject, you must obtain a level 4 (50%)	1 x 4 = 4
For Life Orientation, a level of 5 (60%) or higher to score 1 point	1 x 1 = 1
UFS overall AP score	= 30

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