UWC 2027
Explore undergraduate programmes, APS and subject requirements, NBT information, application dates and study options at University of the Western Cape.
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Use the UWC explorer to find programmes first, then move into admission, application and funding guidance.
UWC Courses & Study Options
39 results
Bachelor of Library and Information Studies (BLIS)
Code: 2201 · 4 years
APS: 35+
Bachelor of Theology (BTh)
Code: 2013 · 3 years
APS: 35+
BA Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science
Code: 8061 · 3 years
APS: 30+
Bachelor of Community Development
Code: 8415 · 3 years
APS: 30+
Bachelor of Nursing
Code: 8311 · 4 years
APS: 30+
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
Code: 8231 · 4 years
APS: 33+
Bachelor of Social Work
Code: 8411 · 4 years
APS: 34+
BSc Occupational Therapy
Code: 8111 · 4 years
APS: 33+
BSc Physiotherapy
Code: 8211 · 4 years
APS: 39+
BSc Sport and Exercise Science
Code: 8051 · 3 years
APS: 33+
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
Code: 5101 · 5 years
APS: 40+
Bachelor of Oral Health (BOH)
Code: 5211 · 3 years
APS: 33+
BAdmin
Code: 1011 · 3 years
APS: 30+
BCom
Code: 1008 · 3 years
APS: 30+
BCom 4 years
Code: 1751 · 4 years
APS: 30+
BCom Accounting (3yrs)
Code: 1021 · 3 years
APS: 30+
BCom Accounting (4yrs)
Code: 1753 · 4 years
APS: 30+
BCom Financial Accounting
Code: 1175 · 3 years
APS: 30+
BCom Information Systems
Code: 1033 · 3 years
APS: 30+
BEd Accounting (FET), Economic and Management Sciences (SP) and Mathematics (SP)
Code: 4401 · 4 years
APS: 33+
BEd Foundation Phase Teaching
Code: 4517 · 4 years
APS: 33+
BEd Languages (SP and FET) and Life Orientation (SP)
Code: 4402 · 4 years
APS: 33+
BEd Languages (SP and FET) and Mathematics (SP)
Code: 4403 · 4 years
APS: 33+
BEd Languages (SP and FET) and Social Sciences (SP)
Code: 4404 · 4 years
APS: 33+
BEd Mathematics (SP), Mathematical Literacy (SP & FET) and Natural Science (SP)
Code: 4405 · 4 years
APS: 33+
B Com Law
Code: 7211 · 3 years
APS: 30+
Bachelor of Arts in Law - BA (Law) (3yr Prog)
Code: 7221 · 3 years
APS: 37+
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (4yr Prog)
Code: 7162 · 4 years
APS: 37+
Bachelor of Pharmacy
Code: 3305 · 4 years
APS: 38+
BSc Applied Geology
Code: 3214 · 3 years
APS: 33+
BSc Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
Code: 3217 · 3 years
APS: 33+
BSc Biotechnology
Code: 3211 · 3 years
APS: 33+
BSc Chemical Sciences
Code: 3220 · 3 years
APS: 33+
BSc Computer Science
Code: 3221 · 3 years
APS: 33+
BSc Environmental and Water Science
Code: 3331 · 3 years
APS: 33+
BSc Mathematics & Statistical Sciences
Code: 3227 · 3 years
APS: 33+
BSc Medical Bioscience
Code: 3230 · 3 years
APS: 33+
BSc Physical Science
Code: 3233 · 3 years
APS: 33+
UWC 2027 Application & Student Journey
Move from choosing a programme to applying, checking your application, finding funding and reviewing official student information.
UWC Applications for 2027
Prospective undergraduate students can use this Edupstairs UWC 2027 guide to explore programmes before moving to the official UWC application process. Application dates and programme-specific closing dates can differ, so students should check the closing date attached to the programme they want to study and confirm it against the official university information before submitting an application.
The stored 2027 application opening date is 1 April 2026. The general closing date in the current admissions record is 30 September 2026, although some programmes may close earlier.
UWC Courses and Admission Requirements
The course explorer above contains 39 structured UWC study options across Faculty of Arts and Humanities; Faculty of Community and Health Sciences; Faculty of Dentistry; Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences; Faculty of Education; Faculty of Law; Faculty of Natural Sciences. Students can search by programme name or faculty and open a programme to view its APS, subject requirements, duration, programme code, closing date and additional selection requirements where these are recorded.
Admission requirements are programme-specific. A learner who meets the requirements for one UWC programme may not meet the requirements for another, so the programme-level information should be checked before applying.
UWC APS Requirements for 2027
UWC uses academic results and programme-specific admission criteria when considering undergraduate applicants. The minimum APS displayed by Edupstairs is attached to the relevant programme record rather than treated as one university-wide admission score. Subject requirements such as Mathematics, Physical Sciences or language levels can apply in addition to APS.
The eligibility checker in each programme card compares the results entered by the student with the structured published academic minimums. Passing that check does not constitute an admission offer and does not guarantee selection.
UWC Additional Selection Requirements
Some UWC programmes may use the National Benchmark Tests (NBT), a Composite Index or other selection criteria in addition to school results. This is particularly important for competitive Health Sciences programmes. Where the database contains these rules, the programme details clearly identify them instead of relying on APS alone.
Applicants should therefore distinguish between meeting minimum academic requirements and being selected for a place. Capacity, NBT performance, composite scoring and other programme-specific selection processes may still affect the final outcome.
How to Check UWC Application Status
After applying, students should use the official UWC application or status system to check the actual status of their application. Edupstairs explains common status categories such as application received, outstanding documents, pending, waitlisted, conditional or provisional offer, final offer and unsuccessful, but only UWC can provide or change an official admission decision.
UWC NSFAS and Student Funding
Applying for admission to UWC and applying for financial aid are separate processes. Students who intend to use NSFAS should complete the relevant funding application through the official NSFAS process and should not assume that an UWC application automatically creates a funding application. Likewise, funding approval does not itself guarantee admission to a UWC programme.
UWC Prospectus and Undergraduate Guide
The official UWC undergraduate prospectus or applicant guide is an important companion to this explorer. Students should use it to confirm programme information, admissions requirements and university guidance, particularly where requirements or dates may have changed after Edupstairs last verified a record.
Frequently Asked Questions About UWC 2027
How do I apply to UWC for 2027?
Choose the programme you want to study, check its admission and closing-date requirements, prepare the required information and documents, and submit the application through the official UWC application route linked on this page.
What APS do I need for UWC?
There is no single APS that applies to every UWC programme. Minimum APS values differ by programme, and subject requirements or additional selection rules can also apply. Use the programme explorer above to check the relevant course.
When do UWC applications close for 2027?
Closing dates can differ by programme. The application guide above shows the general admissions-cycle information stored by Edupstairs, while individual programme cards show programme-specific closing dates where available.
Does UWC require additional selection tests?
Some programmes have NBT or Composite Index requirements. Open the NBT & Health Sciences guide or an individual programme card to see whether additional selection requirements are recorded for that programme.
How can I check my UWC application status?
Use the official UWC application-status route. Edupstairs can explain common status messages, but it cannot access or change a student's official UWC application.
Does UWC accept NSFAS?
Eligible students may apply for NSFAS funding, but admission and funding are separate processes with separate eligibility and approval decisions. Always confirm current funding rules through official NSFAS and UWC information.
Where can I find UWC courses for 2027?
The UWC Courses & Study Options explorer on this page lists the structured undergraduate programmes, majors and study fields currently stored in the Edupstairs university database.
Does meeting the UWC minimum requirements guarantee admission?
No. Meeting published minimum academic requirements does not guarantee admission. Programme capacity and additional selection processes can affect the final decision.
