We are pleased to present to you the University of Limpopo, UL Entry Requirements for the 2025/2026 session.
Right now, you are thinking of enrolling for the prestigious University of Limpopo and also thinking if you really have what it takes. You must have even played around the UL online application portal and even gone to the extent of attending the Universities Open day. Well, the UL entry requirements is at your finger-tips because in this article, we are going to break down all the necessary admission requirements in details so you know where you fit in and which qualification matches your grade/result.
This article you are reading contains all the necessary UL admission requirements for prospective undergraduate and postgraduate students. Kindly ride along as we make your UL admission seamless and easy.
UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO, UL ADMISSION AND ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL COURSES
Below is the 2024/2025 UL admission Prospectus that contains the admission requirement needed for admission into University of Limpopo, UL.*Note: make sure that you meet or exceed the admission requirements as set out in the prospectus. Only Bachelor Certificate holders are eligible to apply for admission.
1.1 National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor exemption
Prospective students, with an NSC, who wish to gain entry to any undergraduate programme at the University of Limpopo, should comply with the following:
- Life Orientation with an achievement level of at least three (3).
- Aligned with the language policy of the university, English as a language of learning and teaching with an achievement level of at least three (3).
- The required minimum levels of achievement in specific subjects as stipulated in the Calendars of each Faculty, provided that:
- Four 20-credit subjects were achieved with a minimum NSC achievement level of four (4) for degree programmes and
- Four 20-credit subjects were achieved with a minimum NSC achievement level of three (3) for diploma programmes.
- The required Admission Point Score (APS) as stipulated in the Calendars of each Faculty.
Meeting the minimum APS for a particular programme does not, however, guarantee admission.
1.2 Matriculation Certificate (prior to 2008)
- Students, who successfully completed Grade 12 before 2008, can apply for admission to the University with the normal Grade 12 Senior Certificate with full university exemption by converting their grade symbols to an APS.
1.3 National Certificate (Vocational)
- Students who have successfully completed a National Certificate Vocational NC(V) Level 4 qualification will require the following and will be subject to Faculty Admission Specifications and Placement Tests:
- NC(V) level 4 certificate with 3 fundamental subjects 60% (Life Orientation included) and 4 relevant vocational subjects at 70% for degree programmes.
- NC(V) level 4 certificate with 3 fundamental subjects 50% (Life Orientation included) and 3 compulsory vocational subjects at 60% for diploma programmes.
2. Qualifications other than the NSC
Prospective students should get verification of the qualification from Higher Education South Africa (HESA). Prospective students with matriculation qualifications from outside the borders of South Africa can also contact the International Office on +27 (0) 15 268 3046.
APS Conversion Table for Non- NSC examinations.
3. Placement Test
The University of Limpopo will conduct National Benchmarking Tests for prospective students. The results of the test will be used for research in terms of student profiles and for allocation of appropriate support.
4. Extended Curriculum Programmes (ECP)
The extended curriculum programmes offered at the university are linked to the corresponding approved regular undergraduate degree programmes, but allow students an additional year to achieve the learning outcomes. Results of the Placement Tests are of particular relevance to gain access into these programmes.
UNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPO 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/College may accept and Advanced Diploma for entry into a Postgraduate Diploma if HEQF (Higher Education Qualification Framework) requirements are met.
- A minimum of at least two consecutive semesters. Except with the permission of Senate all modules shall be completed at the University.
- The curriculum will contain advanced reflection, practice and research methods in the area of specialization and may include a sustained research project in accordance with College rules approved by Senate.
- An appropriate Bachelor’s degree OR
- Admission to the status of that degree OR
- Attained a level of competence
- A minimum of at least two consecutive semesters. Except with the permission of Senate all modules shall be completed at the University.
- A relevant prerequisite degree OR
- Admission to the status of that degree OR
- Attained a level of competence
- 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 the graduate level at another institution or in another College may be accepted. (Consult with relevant School).
- A minimum of two consecutive semesters (full time) or 4 consecutive semesters (part-time) before the degree may be conferred.
- Candidates shall be required to pursue an appropriate program of research on a subject 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/Schools.
Doctor of philosophy or supervised Doctor degrees by research
Requirements
- A relevant prerequisite degree OR
- Admission to the status of that degree
- A minimum of four consecutive semesters (full time) or eight consecutive semesters (part-time) before the degree may be conferred.
- Students will be required to pursue an approved program of research on a subject falling within the scope of studies at the University. Such a program 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 and by the exercise of independent critical power. Students must also adhere to other possible conditions prescribed by Colleges/Schools.
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