Top 2.4% in the world
Ranked 4th in Africa
Top 5 in South Africa
One of South Africa’s top Research-focused Universities
Only University in South Africa to offer Agricultural Engineering.
Largest university in Sub Saharan Africa
Offers Internationally recognized Qualifications
Student Support
A truly South African University of Choice that is academically excellent, innovative in research, entrepreneurial, and critically engaged with society.
Residential Accommodation
UKZN has modern, secure, professionally managed and well-maintained residences. Our residences under the Division of Residences and Student Accommodation ensures that you feel at home while studying at UKZN
Student Life
UKZN values its students and is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience for all its students. To enable students to succeed, the University provides a wide range of student-focused services, guidance, support and opportunities.
How to Apply?
To apply for admission to a full-time undergraduate program, submit your application through the Central Applications Office (CAO). The online application form is available on the CAO website at www.cao.ac.za. A non-refundable CAO application fee of R250 is payable via their website or at any EasyPay outlet. Please ensure that your application is submitted to CAO before the closing date.
Refugee applicants must possess a valid Section 41 permit or Refugee identity document, which grants permission to study in South Africa. The application procedures and fees for local students apply equally to refugee applicants. All applications should be made via the Central Applications Office (CAO). For more information, please contact +27(0)31 268 4444 or visit www.cao.ac.za.
International students, as well as postgraduate and returning students, must apply via the UKZN website. Please note that international students are required to pay the full tuition fees prior to registration.
At UKZN, you will have the opportunity to connect with not only world-renowned academics but also with a network of future leaders and innovators.
As they say, the extent of your success is shaped by the people you surround yourself with. Make sure to connect with like-minded individuals who will inspire and challenge you.
Join UKZN and #ShapeYourFutureToday.!
Events
UKZN 2026 Open Day – Pietermaritzburg Campus (PMB)
UKZN 2026 Open Day – Westville Campus
Invitation to a free STEM career assessment and follow-up information session
- May, 20 2021
- Student News
UKZN Medical Student Appointed President of SAMSA
Miss Tivana Chellan, a fifth-year Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery student at the UKZN Medical School in Durban…
- May, 18 2021
- Sports News
UKZN Impi Win Big at 2021 Varsity Shield Rugby Tournament!
The UKZN Impi enjoyed a runaway 62-15 victory against Rhodes University in their opening game of the Varsity…
- Apr, 30 2021
- Student News
Arts Student Publishes French-isiZulu Manual of Conversations
Master of Arts student in isiZulu Studies, Mr Mongezi Bolofo recently published a French-IsiZulu Manual of Convers…
Contact Details
Study@UKZN Team
The Study@UKZN Office is entrusted with marketing and promotion of the University’s undergraduate programmes to the schools community of learners, educators and parents so that top quality prospective undergraduate students apply to UKZN.
Building relationships, with the schools community of learners, educators, parents, and the Department of Education.
“Available Monday to Friday during office hours, 08h00 to 16h30”