The University of the Western Cape (UWC) has specific application dates for different programs. Here are the application dates for the 2023 academic year:

Undergraduate program:

South African citizens and permanent residents: 1 May – 30 September 20213
International applicants: 1 May – 31 August 2023
Postgraduate program:

South African citizens and permanent residents: 1 May – 30 November 2023 (some programs may have earlier deadlines)
International applicants: 1 May – 31 October 2023
It's important to note that some programs may have different application dates, so applicants should check the UWC website for specific programs deadlines. Additionally, some programs may have limited space and may close applications before the deadline, so it's recommended to apply as early as possible.

Applications close on 30 September 2023, all required documents must be submitted by this date as well.
Applications for Bachelor of Dentistry and Oral Health as well as School of Government postgraduate degrees close on 31 August 2023.

Applications for BA Honors Sport Recreation and Exercise Science, BA Honors in Biokinetics and BSC Honors Biokinetics close on 31 July 2022.
PLEASE NOTE: The Department of Sport, Recreation and Exercise Science has a departmental selection process for Post Graduate Applications.

1. You are required to complete 3 referee reports, available from Mrs. D Bowers, on dobowers@uwc.ac.za.
2. You are required to complete a departmental questionnaire link below, where all questions must be answered, a video (outlining why we should choose you, what your research topic/interest is, which is limited to 5 minutes) is required to be uploaded, as well as uploading your 3 referee reports.

Please note the following programmes will NOT be offered in 2023 for first time entering students:
Bachelor of Science in Complementary Health Sciences (General Stream)
Bachelor of Science in Complementary Health Sciences (Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Stream)

Applications for 2023 are closed

NO LATE APPLICATIONS OR WALK-INS WILL BE ACCEPTED 

NO REQUEST FOR A CHANGE OF PROGRAMME WILL BE ALLOWED OR ACCEPTED. SELECTION DECISIONS ARE FINAL.

However, you can apply now for the 2024 academic year.