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Wits University 2027

Explore undergraduate programmes, APS and subject requirements, NBT information, application dates and study options at University of the Witwatersrand.

48Programmes
5Faculties
55Study records

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Wits University Courses & Study Options

55 results

Programme

Accounting

Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
Code: CBA14 · 3 years
APS: 38+
Programme

Accounting Science

Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
Code: CBA08 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Degree

Bachelor of Commerce (General)

Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
Code: CBA00 · 3 years
Programme

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) — Four-Year Stream

Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
Code: LFA14 · 4 years
APS: 46+
Major

Economics

Part of: Bachelor of Commerce (General)
Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
Code: CBA00 · 3 years
APS: 38+
Major

Finance

Part of: Bachelor of Commerce (General)
Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
3 years
APS: 38+
Major

Human Resource Management

Part of: Bachelor of Commerce (General)
Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
3 years
APS: 38+
Major

Information Systems

Part of: Bachelor of Commerce (General)
Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
Code: CBA10 · 3 years
APS: 38+
Major

Insurance and Risk Management

Part of: Bachelor of Commerce (General)
Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
3 years
APS: 38+
Programme

Law (BCom with Law)

Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
Code: CBA13 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Major

Management

Part of: Bachelor of Commerce (General)
Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
3 years
APS: 38+
Major

Marketing

Part of: Bachelor of Commerce (General)
Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
3 years
APS: 38+
Programme

Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE)

Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management
Code: CBA12 · 3 years
APS: 38+
Programme

Aeronautical Engineering

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: EFA06 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Architectural Studies

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: FBA00 · 3 years
APS: 29+
Programme

Chemical Engineering

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: EFA00 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Civil Engineering

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: EFA01 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Construction Studies

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: FBA04 · 3 years
APS: 36+
Programme

Electrical Engineering

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: EFA03 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Engineering Science in Digital Arts

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: EBA01 · 3 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Industrial Engineering

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: EFA07 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Information Engineering

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: EFA03 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Metallurgy and Materials Engineering

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: EFA08 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Mining Engineering

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: EFA09 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Property Studies

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: FBA07 · 3 years
APS: 36+
Programme

Urban and Regional Planning

Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment
Code: FBA05 · 3 years
APS: 36+
Programme

Bachelor of Nursing

Faculty of Health Sciences
Code: MFA07 · 4 years
Programme

Dental Science

Faculty of Health Sciences
Code: MFA08 · 5 years
Programme

Oral Health Sciences

Faculty of Health Sciences
Code: MBA04 · 3 years
Programme

Physiotherapy

Faculty of Health Sciences
Code: MFA02 · 4 years
Programme

Audiology

Faculty of Humanities
Code: AFA13 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Programme

Bachelor of Arts

Faculty of Humanities
Code: ABA00 · 3 Years
APS: 36+
Programme

BEd Foundation Phase Teaching

Faculty of Humanities
Code: HFA00 · 4 years
APS: 37+
Programme

BEd Intermediate Phase Teaching

Faculty of Humanities
Code: HFA01 · 4 years
APS: 37+
Programme

BEd Senior Phase and Further Education and Training

Faculty of Humanities
Code: HFA02 · 4 years
APS: 37+
Programme

Digital Arts

Faculty of Humanities
Code: AFA11 · 4 years
APS: 36+
Programme

Film and Television

Faculty of Humanities
Code: AFA10 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Programme

Fine Arts

Faculty of Humanities
Code: AFA01 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Programme

Law (BA with Law)

Faculty of Humanities
Code: ABA02 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Programme

Music

Faculty of Humanities
Code: AFA02 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Programme

Social Work

Faculty of Humanities
Code: AFA04 · 4 years
APS: 36+
Programme

Speech-Language Pathology

Faculty of Humanities
Code: AFA12 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Programme

Theatre and Performance

Faculty of Humanities
Code: AFA14 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Programme

Actuarial Science

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA03 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Programme

Applied Bioinformatics

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA11 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Programme

Applied Ecology and Global Change

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA11 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Programme

Astronomy and Astrophysics

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA15 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Programme

Bachelor of Science

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA00 · 3 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Chemistry with Chemical Engineering

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA04 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Programme

Computational and Applied Mathematics

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA21 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Programme

Computer Science

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA13 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Programme

Mathematical Sciences

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA08 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Programme

Physics

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA12 · 3 years
APS: 42+
Programme

Physics and Finance

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA24 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Programme

Physics and Philosophy

Faculty of Science
Code: SBA23 · 3 years
APS: 43+
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Wits University 2027 Application & Student Journey

Move from choosing a programme to applying, checking your application, finding funding and reviewing official student information.

Wits University Applications for 2027

Prospective undergraduate students can use this Edupstairs Wits University 2027 guide to explore programmes before moving to the official Wits University 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 March 2026. The general closing date in the current admissions record is 30 September 2026, although some programmes may close earlier.

Wits University Courses and Admission Requirements

The course explorer above contains 55 structured Wits University study options across Faculty of Commerce, Law and Management; Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment; Faculty of Health Sciences; Faculty of Humanities; Faculty of Science. 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 Wits University programme may not meet the requirements for another, so the programme-level information should be checked before applying.

Wits University APS Requirements for 2027

Wits University 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.

Wits University Additional Selection Requirements

Some Wits University 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 Wits University Application Status

After applying, students should use the official Wits University 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 Wits University can provide or change an official admission decision.

Wits University NSFAS and Student Funding

Applying for admission to Wits University 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 Wits University application automatically creates a funding application. Likewise, funding approval does not itself guarantee admission to a Wits University programme.

Wits University Prospectus and Undergraduate Guide

The official Wits University 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 Wits University 2027

How do I apply to Wits University 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 Wits University application route linked on this page.

What APS do I need for Wits University?

There is no single APS that applies to every Wits University 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 Wits University 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 Wits University 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 Wits University application status?

Use the official Wits University application-status route. Edupstairs can explain common status messages, but it cannot access or change a student's official Wits University application.

Does Wits University 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 Wits University information.

Where can I find Wits University courses for 2027?

The Wits University 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 Wits University 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.

Edupstairs simplifies official university information for students. Admission decisions, programme availability and final requirements remain subject to University of the Witwatersrand and the official sources attached to the underlying records.