University of Zululand online application, courses, forms, requirements, contact details

University of Zululand online application, courses, forms, requirements, contact details

Picking a university or college can be challenging because you must consider factors like your grade, and passion, among others. Also, the course you select might determine your future career. If you are looking for a reputed institute, the University of Zululand is among the most esteemed institutes in South Africa.

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The University of Zululand aspires to be a leading comprehensive university providing quality education. Photo: @Ron Lach on Pexels.com, @UNIZULU on Facebook (modified by author)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

  • The Zululand University was founded in 1960 with 41 students, five of which were females.
  • UniZulu started as a college, but in 1970 the institution acquired the University status.
  • The school only accepted White students until 1986, when other people of color were admitted.

The University of Zululand online application in 2025

Prospecting students wishing to join UniZulu can apply for admission to undergraduate courses via the Central Applications Office (CAO) website. To do this, follow this simple UniZulu online application guide:

  • Visit the official UniZulu website.
  • Click "Student Zone."
  • Click "Apply."
  • Click the red "Apply Now" button under the Services section.

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A screenshot of the University of Zululand website. Photo: unizulu.ac.za
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  • You will be directed to the CAO website.
  • Click "Check My Application."
  • Click "Apply Now."
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A screenshot of the CAO website. Photo: cao.ac.za
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  • Select between entering your ID or passport number.
  • Enter the number and click "Submit."
  • Follow the prompts and provide the required information until you complete the process.
  • Use your unique CAO number as a reference when paying the application fee. The CAO number appears in the tear-off slip on the CAO application form.
  • Upload the required documents, including the application fee bank payment/deposit slip.

How can you get the University of Zululand application forms?

You can get UniZulu application admission forms for postgraduate studies via the Central Applications Office (CAO) website. Here is a simple guide for you:

  • Visit the official UniZulu website.
  • Click "Student Zone."
  • Click "Apply."
  • Click "Application Forms."
  • Download the application form and fill it out.
  • Submit the application form and required documents to the postal address: The Registrar University of Zululand, Private Bag X1001, KwaDlangezwa, 3886

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University of Zululand application documents

Remember to have the following documents ready:

  • National Senior Certificate or statement of results or,
  • Senior Certificate
  • Copy of ID
  • Application fee bank payment/deposit slip

Additional documentation for international prospective students includes:

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You must submit the required documents with your application form. Photo: pexels.com, @Ron Lach, @Alex Green (modified by author)
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UniZulu application fee

The non-refundable application fee is R150 for local students and R250 for international students. Pay to the money to:

  • Account name: University of Zululand
  • Bank: ABSA - Empangeni
  • Account number: 1880 000 03 5
  • Branch code: 632 00 5
  • Reference number: 6301 321 03

How to check your UniZulu application status?

Visit the CAO website and click "Check My Application." Select and enter your CAO Number, national ID number, or Passport number, and tap "Submit" to sign in. You can view your application status once you are signed in.

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What does the University of Zululand offer?

The University of Zululand prospectus lists all the school's programs across its four faculties and the minimum admission requirements. All the courses are registered with the South African Qualifications Authority and approved by the Council of Higher Education. Below are the University of Zululand courses and requirements for admission:

Faculty of Commerce, Administration, and Law

The Faculty of Commerce, Administration, and Law has five academic departments: Accounting, Business Management, Economics, Public Administration, and Law. Here are the courses UniZulu offers under this faculty:

Courses

Years

Minimum points

B Admin: Public Administration and Business Management

3

28

B Admin: Public Administration and Economics

3

28

B Admin: Public Administration and Human Resources

3

28

B Admin: Public Administration and Political Science

3

28

B Com (Accounting and Economics)

3

28

B Com (Accounting and Economics)

4

26

B Com (Accounting)

4

26

B Com (Banking and Business Management)

3

28

B Com (Banking and Business Management)

4

26

B Com (Business Management and Accounting)

3

28

B Com (Business Management and Accounting)

4

26

B Com (Business Management and Economics)

3

28

B Com (Business Management and Economics)

4

26

B Com (Business Management and Human Resource Management)

4

26

B Com (Economics and Banking)

3

28

B Com (Economics and Banking)

4

26

B Com (Economics and Human Resource Management)

3

28

B Com (Economics and Human Resources Management)

4

26

B Com (Human Resource Management and Business Management)

3

28

B Com (Management Information Systems)

3

28

B Com (Management Information Systems)

4

26

B Com Accounting Science

4

26

B Com in Accounting

3

28

B Laws

4

30

Dip Co-Operatives Management

3

24

Dip Logistics Management

3

24

Dip Transport Management

3

24

Higher Cert Accountancy

1

22

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Faculty of Science, Agriculture, and Engineering

The Faculty of Science, Agriculture, and Engineering consists of fifteen departments and is also known for its attractiveness to students from different countries although the majority are from South Africa. Here are the courses UniZulu offers under this faculty:

Courses

Years

Minimum points

B Consumer Science: Extension & Rural Development

4

28

B Consumer Science: Hospitality & Tourism

3

28

B Eng Electrical Engineering

4

30

B Eng Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering

4

30

B Eng Mechanical Engineering

4

30

B Eng Mechatronic Engineering

4

30

B Nursing Science

4

30

B Sc Agric: Agronomy

4

28

B Sc Agric: Animal Science

4

28

B Sc Agricultural Economics: Agribusiness Management

4

28

B Sc Applied Mathematics with Computer Sciences as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Applied Mathematics with Hydrology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Applied Mathematics with Mathematics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Applied Mathematics with Physics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Applied Mathematics with Statistics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Augmented: Life Sciences

4

28

B Sc Augmented: Physical Sciences

4

28

B Sc Biochemistry with Botany as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Biochemistry with Chemistry as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Biochemistry with Human Movement Science as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Biochemistry with Microbiology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Biochemistry with Zoology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Botany with Geography as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Botany with Hydrology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Botany with Microbiology as Major 2

3

28

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Others include;

Courses

Years

Minimum points

B Sc Botany with Zoology as Major 3

3

28

B Sc Chemistry with Computer Science as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Chemistry with Hydrology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Chemistry with Mathematics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Chemistry with Physics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Chemistry with Zoology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Computer Science with Hydrology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Computer Science with Mathematics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Computer Science with Physics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Computer Science with Statistics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Geography with Hydrology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Geography with Physics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Geography with Statistics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Geography with Zoology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Human Movement Science with Physics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Human Movement Science with Zoology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Hydrology with Microbiology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Hydrology with Physics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Hydrology with Statistics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Hydrology with Zoology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Mathematics with Physics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Mathematics with Statistics as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Microbiology with Human Movement Science as Major 2

3

28

B Sc Microbiology with Zoology as Major 2

3

28

B Sc 4 Foundation

4

26

Dip Hospitality Management

3

26

Dip Sport & Exercise Technology

3

26

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences focuses on historiography, ontological frames, knowledge paradigms, and thinking regarding teaching and learning, research and innovation, and community engagement. Here are the courses UniZulu offers under this faculty:

Courses

Years

Minimum points

B A Environmental Planning & Development

3

28

B A in Intercultural Communication

3

26

Diploma in Media Studies

3

24

B A Correctional Studies

3

28

B A Industrial Sociology

3

26

B A (Anthropology & History)

3

26

B A (Geography & History)

3

26

B A (Geography & Tourism)

3

26

B A (History & IsiZulu)

3

26

B A (Linguistics & English)

3

26

B A (Philosophy & Psychology)

3

26

BA in Psychology

3

28

BA in Drama, Theatre and Performance

3

26

Diploma in Public Relations Management

3

24

B A Development Studies

3

26

B A Information Science

3

26

B Library & Information Science

4

26

B Social Work

4

28

B A Sociology

3

26

BSc Political and International Studies

3

26

B Tourism Studies

3

26

Diploma in Tourism Management

3

24

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Faculty of Education

The School of Education is in charge of teaching courses. The courses can help you learn all the ins and outs of education in your preferred specializations. The programs in this faculty include:

Courses

Years

Minimum points

Bed in Foundation Phase Teaching

4

26

Bed in Intermediate Phase Teaching: Languages and Humanities

4

26

Bed in Intermediate Phase Teaching: Languages, Math, Natural Science & Technology

4

26

How to calculate your admission points

The following tables will guide you when calculating your points to determine if you qualify for admission into that UniZulu course you are interested in:

National Senior Certificate

Applicants using their National Senior Certificates can use this table:

NSC rating level of performance

Percentage

7

80% - 100%

6

70% - 79%

5

60% - 69%

4

50% - 59%

3

40% - 49%

2

30% - 39%

1

0 - 29%

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Senior Certificate

Applicants using their Senior Certificates can use this table:

Symbol

Higher grade

Standard grade

A

8

6

B

7

5

C

6

4

D

5

3

E

4

2

F

3

1

Here is an example of how to calculate your admission points:

Subject

Percentage

Points

English Home Language

75%

6

Isizulu first/Isixhosa/Afrikaans/Additional language

90%

7

Mathematics

80%

8

Life Sciences

62%

5

Physical Sciences

72%

6

Life Orientation

68%

0

TOTAL POINTS

32

What are the entry requirements for UniZulu?

The minimum admission requirement is a National Senior Certificate with a minimum of level 2 (30% or higher) in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution and one home language as certified by the Council for General and Further Education and Training (Umalusi).

The University of Zululand's contacts

For inquiries about applications and admissions, contact the UniZulu's admissions office via

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  • Email: admissions@unizulu.ac.za
  • Phone: 035 902 6178, 6030, 6051, 6178, or 6184

Where is the University of Zululand located?

The University of Zululand is the only university located north of River UThukela in KwaZulu-Natal. The KwaDlangezwa Campus was developed in 1960 and UniZulu’s main campus. It hosts four faculties, while the urban Richards Bay Campus (completed in 2009) offers programs aligning with the entrepreneurial and vocational agenda.

Where is the University of Zululand's library?

UniZulu has libraries situated on both the KwaDlangezwa and Richard Bay campuses. The UniZulu library has an online E-catalog and E-resources, which make it easier for students and staff to access resources and materials necessary for learning and research.

Is the University of Zululand funded by NSFAS?

The University of Zululand's undergraduates can apply for NSFAS student loans. You will need the following to complete your NSFAS application:

  • Your own cell phone number and email address.
  • Copy of your ID or birth certificate.
  • ID copies of parents, guardians, or spouses.
  • Your proof of income or 1 year’s IRP5 (if applicable).
  • Your parents, guardian, or spouse’s proof of income.
  • If you are a SASSA grant recipient, no proof of income will be required.
  • Applicants with a disability must submit a completed and signed. Disability Annexure A Form.
  • An applicant recognized as a Vulnerable Child by the Department of Social Development must provide a completed and signed Vulnerable Child Declaration and Consent Form.

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Does UniZulu accept late applications?

You can send your application after the specified application deadline. However, note that the late application window is not for all UniZulu courses. Visit the CAO website to find the latest updated list of courses that still have spaces available.

What is the University of Zululand late application deadline?

The deadline for the 2025 late undergraduate applications closed on 28 February 2025.

The first step when applying for admission at the University of Zululand is deciding on the qualifications you wish to obtain. Upon acceptance, depending on the chosen course, you are admitted to one of the institution’s four faculties.

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Source: Briefly News

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