Wits University 2027
Explore undergraduate programmes, APS and subject requirements, NBT information, application dates and study options at University of the Witwatersrand.
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Use the Wits University explorer to find programmes first, then move into admission, application and funding guidance.
Wits University Courses & Study Options
55 results
Accounting Science
Code: CBA08 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Bachelor of Commerce (General)
Code: CBA00 · 3 years
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) — Four-Year Stream
Code: LFA14 · 4 years
APS: 46+
Economics
Code: CBA00 · 3 years
APS: 38+
Finance
3 years
APS: 38+
Human Resource Management
3 years
APS: 38+
Information Systems
Code: CBA10 · 3 years
APS: 38+
Insurance and Risk Management
3 years
APS: 38+
Law (BCom with Law)
Code: CBA13 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Management
3 years
APS: 38+
Marketing
3 years
APS: 38+
Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE)
Code: CBA12 · 3 years
APS: 38+
Aeronautical Engineering
Code: EFA06 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Architectural Studies
Code: FBA00 · 3 years
APS: 29+
Chemical Engineering
Code: EFA00 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Civil Engineering
Code: EFA01 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Construction Studies
Code: FBA04 · 3 years
APS: 36+
Electrical Engineering
Code: EFA03 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Engineering Science in Digital Arts
Code: EBA01 · 3 years
APS: 42+
Industrial Engineering
Code: EFA07 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Information Engineering
Code: EFA03 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Metallurgy and Materials Engineering
Code: EFA08 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Mining Engineering
Code: EFA09 · 4 years
APS: 42+
Property Studies
Code: FBA07 · 3 years
APS: 36+
Urban and Regional Planning
Code: FBA05 · 3 years
APS: 36+
Bachelor of Nursing
Code: MFA07 · 4 years
Dental Science
Code: MFA08 · 5 years
Oral Health Sciences
Code: MBA04 · 3 years
Physiotherapy
Code: MFA02 · 4 years
Audiology
Code: AFA13 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Bachelor of Arts
Code: ABA00 · 3 Years
APS: 36+
BEd Foundation Phase Teaching
Code: HFA00 · 4 years
APS: 37+
BEd Intermediate Phase Teaching
Code: HFA01 · 4 years
APS: 37+
BEd Senior Phase and Further Education and Training
Code: HFA02 · 4 years
APS: 37+
Digital Arts
Code: AFA11 · 4 years
APS: 36+
Film and Television
Code: AFA10 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Fine Arts
Code: AFA01 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Law (BA with Law)
Code: ABA02 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Music
Code: AFA02 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Social Work
Code: AFA04 · 4 years
APS: 36+
Speech-Language Pathology
Code: AFA12 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Theatre and Performance
Code: AFA14 · 4 years
APS: 34+
Actuarial Science
Code: SBA03 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Applied Bioinformatics
Code: SBA11 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Applied Ecology and Global Change
Code: SBA11 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Code: SBA15 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Bachelor of Science
Code: SBA00 · 3 years
APS: 42+
Chemistry with Chemical Engineering
Code: SBA04 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Computational and Applied Mathematics
Code: SBA21 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Computer Science
Code: SBA13 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Mathematical Sciences
Code: SBA08 · 3 years
APS: 44+
Physics
Code: SBA12 · 3 years
APS: 42+
Physics and Finance
Code: SBA24 · 3 years
APS: 43+
Physics and Philosophy
Code: SBA23 · 3 years
APS: 43+
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.
