WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY (WSU) 2027 APPLICATIONS
WSU 2027 Applications
Planning to study at Walter Sisulu University (WSU) in 2027? Find important information about WSU applications, closing dates, courses, admission requirements, application fee, documents and how to apply.
Walter Sisulu University is a public university in the Eastern Cape with campuses in Mthatha, Butterworth, East London and Komani.
WSU 2027 APPLICATION DATES
Applications opened: 1 June 2026
South African applicants:
Closing date: 31 October 2026
International applicants:
Closing date: 30 September 2026
IMPORTANT:
Apply early and make sure your application is fully completed before the closing date.
WSU FACULTIES & COURSES
WSU offers programmes across several academic areas, including:
• Medicine and Health Sciences
• Natural Sciences
• Law, Humanities and Social Sciences
• Economics and Financial Sciences
• Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
• Management and Public Administration Sciences
• Education
Popular study areas include:
• Medicine
• Nursing
• Health Sciences
• Accounting
• Business Management
• Economics
• Law
• Education
• Information Technology
• Computer Science
• Engineering
• Built Environment
• Agriculture
• Environmental Science
• Psychology
• Social Sciences
• Public Administration
• Management
• Natural Sciences
Always check the specific qualification for its admission and subject requirements.
WSU ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission requirements depend on the qualification.
Applicants should check:
• National Senior Certificate requirements
• Required Grade 12 subjects
• English requirements
• Mathematics requirements
• Mathematical Literacy requirements
• Physical Sciences requirements where applicable
• Life Sciences requirements where applicable
• APS/points requirements
• Programme-specific requirements
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
Higher Certificate:
National Senior Certificate with at least 30% in the language of learning and teaching.
Diploma:
National Senior Certificate with at least a Diploma endorsement.
Bachelor's Degree:
National Senior Certificate with a Bachelor's endorsement.
IMPORTANT:
Some programmes have additional subject and achievement requirements.
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission because admission is also subject to academic eligibility, available space and faculty-specific selection criteria.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Applicants should prepare:
• Certified South African ID
• Certified passport for international applicants
• Matric results / academic results
• Grade 12 school report if currently in Grade 12
• June Grade 12 report for Medicine and Health Sciences applicants
• Previous academic records, where applicable
• Other programme-specific documents
Accepted file formats:
• PNG
• JPEG
Maximum file size:
5 MB per document.
WSU APPLICATION FEE
Application fee:
R100
The application fee is non-refundable.
IMPORTANT:
Do not pay the application fee into an individual's personal bank account.
HOW TO APPLY TO WSU
1. Choose your preferred qualification.
2. Check the admission requirements.
3. Prepare your documents.
4. Visit the WSU online application portal.
5. Create your application profile.
6. Complete your personal information.
7. Enter your academic results.
8. Select your qualifications.
9. Upload your supporting documents.
10. Pay the R100 application fee.
11. Complete all application steps.
12. Submit your application.
13. Save your WSU student number.
14. Check your email for confirmation.
15. Track your application status.
HOW MANY QUALIFICATIONS CAN I CHOOSE?
Applicants can apply for a maximum of THREE qualification choices.
Choose your options carefully.
IMPORTANT:
You can add additional choices later, but you cannot change existing choices after submitting your application.
WSU CAMPUSES
Walter Sisulu University has four main campuses:
• Mthatha Campus
• Butterworth Campus
• Buffalo City Campus – East London
• Komani Campus – Queenstown
FACULTY LOCATIONS:
Medicine and Health Sciences:
Mthatha Campus
Natural Sciences:
Mthatha Campus
Law, Humanities and Social Sciences:
Mthatha Campus
Economics and Financial Sciences:
Mthatha Campus
Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology:
Buffalo City Campus
Management and Public Administration Sciences:
Butterworth Campus
Education:
Komani Campus
WSU & NSFAS
Eligible South African students can apply for NSFAS funding, subject to the applicable NSFAS requirements.
IMPORTANT:
University admission and NSFAS funding are separate processes.
Being accepted by WSU does not automatically guarantee NSFAS funding.
WSU PROSPECTUS
The WSU 2027 Undergraduate Information Brochure provides information about:
• Courses and qualifications
• Admission requirements
• Subject requirements
• Faculties
• Programme information
• Application procedures
• Campus information
• Student support
Always check the latest WSU information before choosing your qualification.
IMPORTANT WSU APPLICATION ADVICE
• Applications opened on 1 June 2026.
• South African applications close on 31 October 2026.
• International applications close on 30 September 2026.
• The application fee is R100.
• The application fee is non-refundable.
• You can choose a maximum of three qualifications.
• Prepare certified documents before applying.
• Complete all application steps.
• Incomplete applications will not be processed.
• Keep your student number safe.
• Check your email regularly.
• Track your application status.
• Do not pay anyone promising guaranteed admission.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
When did WSU 2027 applications open?
Applications opened on 1 June 2026.
When do WSU 2027 applications close?
South African applications close on 31 October 2026.
When do WSU international applications close?
International applications close on 30 September 2026.
How much is the WSU application fee?
The application fee is R100 and is non-refundable.
How many qualifications can I apply for?
You can apply for a maximum of three qualification choices.
Can Grade 12 learners apply to WSU?
Yes. Current Grade 12 learners can apply using their available Grade 12 school results.
What documents do I need?
You need your certified ID or passport, matric/academic results and any additional programme-specific documents.
Does meeting the minimum requirements guarantee admission?
No. Admission depends on academic eligibility, available space and faculty-specific selection criteria.
How do I check my WSU application status?
You can check your application status through the WSU online status system.
APPLY TO WSU FOR 2027
Choose your course → Check requirements → Prepare documents → Apply online → Pay R100 → Select up to 3 choices → Submit → Save your student number → Track your application.
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Last updated: August 2026
DISCLAIMER
ApplySmart SA is an independent information platform and is not affiliated with Walter Sisulu University. Application dates, fees, requirements and programmes may change. Always verify the latest information with WSU before applying.