We are pleased to present to you the University of Fort Hare UFH Entry Requirements for the 2024–2025 session.
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UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
Below is the 2024–2025 UFH admission information that contains the admission requirement needed for admission to University of Fort Hare, UFH.
GENERAL ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
A student who was not previously registered at this or another University shall meet one of the following requirements:
- A Matriculation Certificate, a National Senior Certificate, a School Leaving Certificate or a Further Education and Training (FET 4) Certificate; or
- Mature age, Senate discretionary or any other form of conditional or complete exemption; or
- Any alternative qualification, examination or experience (prior learning and/or experience) which is recognised in terms of the admission policy of the University as laid down by Council in consultation with Senate; provided that Council in consultation with Senate, may further prescribe by regulation additional requirements as it deems fit as a prerequisite for admission to any specific programme.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR BACHELOR’S DEGREES
- Minimum of level 4 in English 1st Additional Language or
- Minimum of level 3 in English as a second language.
- Minimum of Level 4 or better in four 20-credit subjects from the designated list, excluding Life Orientation.
| QUALIFICATION |
MINIMUM STATUTORY ENTRY REQUIREMENT |
| Bachelors degree |
Pass NSC with an achievement rating of 4(50–59%) or more in four subjects |
| Diploma |
Pass NSC with an achieving rating of 3(40–49%) or more in four subjects |
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR MATURE AGE APPLICANTS
Mature-age applicants (turning 23 years old during year of registration) who have met the requirements in bullets 1 – 3 above qualify for admission to mainstream programmes. They need to apply for conditional exemption from HESA.
Designated Subjects
| Accounting |
Languages |
| Agricultural science |
Life science |
| Business Studies |
Mathematics of Mathematical Literacy |
| Dramatic Arts |
Music |
| Economics |
Physical Sciences |
| Engineering Graphicsand Design |
Religious Studies |
| Geography |
Visual Arts |
| History |
Consumer Studies |
| Information Technology |
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Applicants who wish to enrol for a degree programme need to ensure that four of their seven subjects are from the designated list.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Senior Certificate (pre-2008)
- A candidate is expected to possess a minimum level of proficiency in English language. A pass mark of at least E symbol on SG is considered sufficient. A pass mark of at least an F symbol on HG English 1st language is also considered sufficient.
- A Matriculation Exemption or Further Education and Training Certificate.
- A standard qualification to study for a degree is a Matriculation endorsement or equivalent.
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S Symbol achieved in
Grade 12 subjects
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Grades of Grade 12 subjects |
| HG |
SG |
| A |
8 |
6 |
| B |
7 |
5 |
| C |
6 |
4 |
| D |
5 |
3 |
| E |
4 |
2 |
| F |
31 |
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Further Readings: University of Fort Hare Admission Point Scores (APS)
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) (NCV) GUIDELINES
The minimum admission requirement to a Bachelor’s degree programme is a National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 issued by Council for General and Further Education and Training.
The minimum requirements for admission to a Bachelor’s degree include the achievement of the following:
- National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4;
- At least three (3) fundamental subjects with a minimum pass mark of 60% (including English as the language of learning)
- Three (3) vocational subjects from the designated list between 70 and 79% (4).
Prospective students are also required to meet specified faculty NVC admission criteria, as determined by the respective Faculty Boards.
ARE YOU AN INTERNATIONAL APPLICANT WITH FOREIGN SCHOOL-LEAVING?
Undergraduate
All applicants with non-South African school- leave require a certificate of exemption from the Matriculation Board of South Africa for admission into an undergraduate qualification. For more information regarding the Matriculation Exemptions, please visit the Matriculation Board website.
The University of Fort Hare will also submit applications to the Matriculation Board on behalf of the applicant on submission of the following:
Form M30E (also available from the matriculation board website); Copies of educational qualification (certified at the University); Copy of Passport or birth certificate (certified at the University);
Exemption application fee charged at R400.00 (payable at the university); and
Sworn English translation of documents required where applicable.
Postgraduate
All applicants with non-South African qualifications are required to have their qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). For more information regarding evaluation of qualifications, please visit the SAQA
website: www.saqa.org.za
Student selection and admissions process
- Students receive application forms from the Students Registration Office through the post/contact.
- These are completed and returned to the Students Registration office, where they are sorted by faculty.
- Then the faculty selection committee (Deputy Dean: Teaching and Learning, Faculty Manager, HODs and Administrators) convenes to do the selection.
- Admission is done on merit, using the Swedish point system. High scores are considered first in chronological order
For interview programmes, students are invited for presentations prior to selection. The current matriculations are provisionally accepted pending their matriculation final results and availability for admission into programmes, plus NBT results. The application forms are checked and signed by the Faculty Manager according to the admission status. Once the forms are signed, they are given back to the Students Registration Office to capture the status, which is then communicated to the students as backup. The Faculty keeps records of the accepted students as backup. Waitlisted students are considered after registration of accepted students. Accepted students get notification from the Students Registration Office.
Further Readings: University of Fort Hare List of Postgraduate & Undergraduate Courses
UNIVERSITY OF FORT HARE POSTGRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
Postgraduate Diplomas Requirements
- An appropriate Bachelor’s degree OR
- Admission to the status of that degree OR
- Attained a level of competence
- Some schools and colleges may accept an Advanced Diploma for entry into a Postgraduate Diploma if HEQF (Higher Education Qualification Framework) requirements are met.
Duration
- A minimum of at least two consecutive semesters. Except with the permission of Senate, all modules shall be completed at the University.
Curriculum
- The curriculum will contain advanced reflection, practice and research methods in the area of specialisation and may include a sustained research project in accordance with College rules approved by Senate.
Bachelor of Honours Degrees Requirements
- An appropriate Bachelor’s degree OR
- Admission to the status of that degree OR
- Attained a level of competence
Duration
- A minimum of at least two consecutive semesters. Except with the permission of Senate, all modules shall be completed at the University.
Curriculum: The curriculum for the Honours degree shall include a prescribed research project as one of the modules, which shall account for a minimum of 25% of the credits for the degree.
Masters by Coursework and Masters by Research Requirements
- A relevant prerequisite degree OR
- Admission to the status of that degree OR
- Attained a level of competence
Duration Coursework
- A minimum of two consecutive semesters (full-time) or 4 consecutive semesters (part-time) before the degree may be conferred.
- With permission and in terms of College regulations, periods of attendance at graduate level at another institution or in another College may be accepted. (Consult with relevant school.).
Research
- A minimum of two consecutive semesters (full-time) or 4 consecutive semesters (part-time) before the degree may be conferred.
Research
- Candidates shall be required to pursue an appropriate programme of research on a subject falling within the scope of the studies presented at the University. Students must also adhere to possible other conditions prescribed by colleges and schools.
Doctor of philosophy or supervised Doctor degrees by research
Requirements
- A relevant prerequisite degree OR
- Admission to the status of that degree
Duration
- A minimum of four consecutive semesters (full-time) or eight consecutive semesters (part-time) before the degree may be conferred.
Curriculum
- Students will be required to pursue an approved programme of research on a subject falling within the scope of studies at the University. Such a programme shall make a distinct contribution to the knowledge or understanding of the subject and afford evidence of originality shown either by the discovery of new facts or by the exercise of independent critical power. Students must also adhere to other possible conditions prescribed by colleges and schools.
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