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South African Universities

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26 results

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Cape Town, Western Cape
168 programmes 6 faculties 168 study records
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Central University of Technology (CUT)

Central University of Technology, Free State
Bloemfontein, Free State
41 programmes 4 faculties 41 study records
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DUT

Durban University of Technology
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
99 programmes 6 faculties 99 study records
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Mangosuthu University of Technology (MUT)

Mangosuthu University of Technology
Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal
26 programmes 3 faculties 26 study records
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Nelson Mandela University

Nelson Mandela University
Gqeberha, Eastern Cape
163 programmes 7 faculties 163 study records
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NWU

North-West University
Potchefstroom / Mahikeng / Vanderbijlpark, North West / Gauteng
150 programmes 8 faculties 150 study records
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Rhodes University

Rhodes University
Makhanda, Eastern Cape
15 programmes 6 faculties 15 study records
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Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU)

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria, Gauteng
22 programmes 5 faculties 22 study records
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Sol Plaatje University (SPU)

Sol Plaatje University
Kimberley, Northern Cape
19 programmes 4 faculties 19 study records
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Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University
Stellenbosch, Western Cape
70 programmes 9 faculties 70 study records
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TUT

Tshwane University of Technology
Pretoria, Gauteng
81 programmes 7 faculties 81 study records
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UCT

University of Cape Town
Cape Town, Western Cape
52 programmes 6 faculties 52 study records
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UFH

University of Fort Hare
Alice, Eastern Cape
52 programmes 6 faculties 52 study records
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UFS

University of the Free State
Bloemfontein, Free State
156 programmes 7 faculties 156 study records
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UJ

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg, Gauteng
102 programmes 8 faculties 102 study records
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UKZN

University of KwaZulu-Natal
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
79 programmes 4 faculties 79 study records
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UL

University of Limpopo
Mankweng, Limpopo
54 programmes 4 faculties 54 study records
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UNISA

University of South Africa
Pretoria, Gauteng
388 programmes 7 faculties 388 study records
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UNIVEN

University of Venda
Thohoyandou, Limpopo
80 programmes 4 faculties 80 study records
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University of Mpumalanga (UMP)

University of Mpumalanga
Mbombela, Mpumalanga
23 programmes 3 faculties 23 study records
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University of Zululand (UNIZULU)

University of Zululand
KwaDlangezwa, KwaZulu-Natal
105 programmes 4 faculties 105 study records
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UP

University of Pretoria
Pretoria, Gauteng
72 programmes 9 faculties 72 study records
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UWC

University of the Western Cape
Bellville, Western Cape
39 programmes 7 faculties 39 study records
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Vaal University of Technology (VUT)

Vaal University of Technology
Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng
39 programmes 4 faculties 39 study records
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Wits University

University of the Witwatersrand
Johannesburg, Gauteng
55 programmes 5 faculties 55 study records
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WSU

Walter Sisulu University
Mthatha, Eastern Cape
104 programmes 7 faculties 104 study records
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Universities in South Africa

Edupstairs is building a structured university explorer for prospective South African students. Each published university hub combines course discovery with programme-level admission requirements, application dates, funding guidance and official university resources.

University Applications and APS Requirements

University admission requirements differ by institution and by programme. Students should check the requirements for the specific course they intend to study rather than relying on a single APS target for every university. Edupstairs university hubs are designed to keep course information, APS requirements and application guidance together in one structured place.

How to Choose a University in South Africa

Start with the qualification or career direction you are interested in, then compare universities that offer relevant programmes. Check APS and subject requirements, location, programme duration, application closing dates, funding options and any additional selection requirements before applying.

NSFAS and University Funding

University admission and funding are separate processes. Students who intend to use NSFAS or another funding source should complete the relevant funding application and also submit their university application on time. Funding approval does not replace university admission requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions About South African Universities

How do I find universities and courses in South Africa?

Use the university explorer above to open a published university hub, then search its course catalogue and programme-level admission requirements.

Do all universities use the same APS requirements?

No. APS calculation methods and programme requirements can differ between universities and between programmes at the same university.

Can I apply for NSFAS before I receive a university offer?

NSFAS and university admission are separate processes. Applicants should follow the current official NSFAS application rules and the application rules of the universities they want to attend.

Why are some universities not listed yet?

Edupstairs only publishes a university in this explorer once its programme and admissions data has completed the internal review process.