UNIVERSITY OF CAPE TOWN (UCT) 2027 APPLICATIONS

UCT 2027 Applications

• Planning to study at the University of Cape Town (UCT) in 2027? Find important information about UCT applications, closing dates, courses, admission requirements, application fees, documents and how to apply.

• The University of Cape Town is located in Cape Town, Western Cape, and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications.

UCT 2027 APPLICATION DATES

• Applications opened: 1 April 2026

• Undergraduate applications closed: 31 July 2026

• Postgraduate applications close: 30 September 2026

IMPORTANT:

• UCT does not consider late undergraduate applications.

• The final date to request an undergraduate programme change is 31 August 2026.

 UCT FACULTIES & COURSES

UCT offers programmes across a wide range of academic fields, including:

• Commerce

• Engineering & the Built Environment

• Health Sciences

• Humanities

• Law

• Science

Popular study areas include:

• Accounting

• Business Management

• Computer Science

• Engineering

• Medicine

• Law

• Education

• Economics

• Psychology

• Social Sciences

• Architecture

• Environmental Studies

• Data Science

• Biological Sciences

• Chemistry

• Physics

Always check the specific programme for its admission and subject requirements.

 UCT ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Admission requirements depend on the qualification.

Applicants should check:

• National Senior Certificate requirements

• Required Grade 12 subjects

• Minimum subject marks

• Admission Points Score (APS), where applicable

• Mathematics requirements

• Mathematical Literacy requirements

• Physical Sciences requirements where applicable

• English requirements

• Programme-specific selection requirements

IMPORTANT:

• Meeting the minimum requirements does not automatically guarantee admission.

• UCT has limited spaces and uses programme-specific selection criteria.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Applicants should prepare:

• South African ID

• Passport for international applicants

• Grade 11 final results

• Grade 12 results, where available

• Grade 12 September results when required

• National Senior Certificate, if already completed

• Previous academic records, where applicable

• Other programme-specific documents

Current Grade 12 learners should ensure that their examination results from Grade 11 through September of Grade 12 are submitted.

UCT APPLICATION FEE

• South African and SADC applicants:

• Application fee: R100

• Applicants from outside the SADC region:

• Application fee: R300

IMPORTANT:

The application fee is non-refundable.

Paying the application fee does not guarantee admission.

UCT students and graduates are generally exempt from the application fee, except when applying for a Graduate School of Business programme.

HOW TO APPLY TO UCT

1. Choose your programme.

2. Check the admission requirements.

3. Prepare your documents.

4. Create your UCT application profile.

5. Complete the online application.

6. Choose your preferred programmes.

7. Upload the required documents.

8. Pay the applicable application fee.

9. Submit your application.

10. Track your application status online.

UCT prefers applicants to apply online.

HOW MANY PROGRAMMES CAN I APPLY FOR?

• Applicants can apply for a maximum of TWO undergraduate programmes.

• Choose your two programmes carefully and make sure you meet the requirements for each one.

UCT STUDENT ACCOMMODATION

• An application for student accommodation is incorporated into the UCT application for admission.

• The undergraduate accommodation application deadline is 31 July 2026.

IMPORTANT:

Applying for admission does not guarantee that you will receive student accommodation.

UCT CAMPUS

Main campus:

Rondebosch, Cape Town, Western Cape

UCT has several campuses and facilities across Cape Town, including:

• • Upper Campus

• • Middle Campus

• • Lower Campus

• • Health Sciences Campus

• • Hiddingh Campus

The campus you attend depends on your programme.

 UCT & NSFAS

• Eligible South African students can apply for NSFAS funding, subject to the applicable NSFAS requirements.

• UCT also provides information about other financial assistance and scholarships.

IMPORTANT:

• University admission and NSFAS funding are separate processes.

• Being accepted by UCT does not automatically guarantee NSFAS funding.

UCT PROSPECTUS

The UCT Undergraduate Prospectus provides information about:

• • Courses and qualifications

• • Admission requirements

• • Faculties

• • Subject requirements

• • Programme information

• • Application procedures

• • Student life

• • Financial assistance

Applicants should check the latest 2027 UCT Undergraduate Prospectus before selecting a qualification.

IMPORTANT UCT APPLICATION ADVICE

• • Apply before the official deadline.

• • UCT does not accept late undergraduate applications.

• • You can apply for a maximum of two undergraduate programmes.

• • Check the requirements for each programme carefully.

• • Submit all required results and documents.

• • Pay the correct application fee.

• • Keep your UCT student number and password safe.

• • Check your application status regularly.

• • Do not pay anyone promising guaranteed admission.

 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

• When did UCT 2027 applications open?

UCT 2027 applications opened on 1 April 2026.

• When did UCT undergraduate applications close?

Undergraduate applications closed on 31 July 2026.

• When do UCT postgraduate applications close?

Postgraduate applications close on 30 September 2026.

• Does UCT accept late undergraduate applications?

No. UCT does not consider late undergraduate applications.

• How much is the UCT application fee?

The application fee is R100 for South African and SADC applicants and R300 for applicants from outside the SADC region.

• How many programmes can I apply for?

You can apply for a maximum of two undergraduate programmes.

• Can Grade 12 learners apply to UCT?

Yes. Current Grade 12 learners can apply using their available school results and must submit the required subsequent results.

• Does meeting the minimum requirements guarantee admission?

No. Admission depends on the programme requirements, selection process and available spaces.

• Can I apply for UCT accommodation?

Yes. The accommodation application is incorporated into the admission application. However, accommodation is limited and applying does not guarantee a place.

APPLY TO UCT

Choose your course → Check requirements → Prepare documents → Apply online → Pay the applicable fee → Submit → Track your application.

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Last updated: August 2026

DISCLAIMER

ApplySmart SA is an independent information platform and is not affiliated with the University of Cape Town. Application dates, fees, requirements and programmes may change. Always verify the latest information with UCT before applying.