UKZN has two methods of applying. 

Choose one of the following:

1. Online Web application

Masters(Research) and Doctoral Studies

• No closing date

Please remember to upload the following documents (where applicable):

1. Certified copy of your ID/passport.
2. Certified copy of your National Senior/Matric Certificate or O/A Levels or relevant school leaving qualification/certificate.
3. Proof from Universities South Africa (previously known as HESA), that you qualify for admission to degree studies at South Africa universities, if you are an international applicant. For more information, refer to the undergraduate prospectus
4. Certified copies of your degree certificate(s), academic record and certificate of conduct, if you attended other universities.
5. Proof of English proficiency for International applicants from non-English speaking countries.
6. South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) evaluations if the previous qualification(s) was/were obtained at foreign universities (outside South Africa).
7. A research proposal/proposed title of the dissertation/thesis if you are applying for a Masters Degree or PhD.
8. A valid study visa to study in SA if you are an International applicant.
9. Before applying online please make sure that you have read the guidelines above.
10. Please ensure that you have the HESA/SAQA documents to be uploaded in order to complete your application.
11. Please ensure to use reference APPN (followed by your student number) when making application fee payment.
12. Please allow the system 24 hrs to 48 hrs to clear your payment.
13. South African First time Undergraduate applicants must apply via CAO at: www.cao.ac.za