The University of Witwatersrand (Wits) Online Application 2024/2025Â is now open to both local and international students seeking admission into the various degree courses offered by this esteemed South African institution. This post will guide you through the application process, helping you understand every necessary detail to successfully apply and secure your place in one of the university’s diverse academic programmes.
The Invitation for Applications
Wits has rolled out the invitation for prospective students to apply for various degree courses in its affiliated education institutions. Whether you’re interested in courses from self-financed or aided institutions, you can lodge your application through the University of Witwatersrand (Wits) Online Application 2024/2025Â portal. The portal will be open for new registrations and any necessary modifications to the options already provided by applicants.
How to Apply Online
Applying for your preferred programme at Wits is straightforward. Visit the application portal www.wits.ac.za/applications/ to get started. Please keep in mind the following guidelines as you apply:
- You can apply for a maximum of three programmes. The order of choice does not affect your chances.
- If you apply for two programmes within one faculty, consider applying for a programme in a less restricted faculty such as Humanities, Commerce, or Science.
- Keep your options open, especially when applying for programmes in competitive faculties like Health Sciences or Engineering.
- You should not specify the duration of the programme, as you are applying to enter the first year of study.
- A non-refundable application fee is required. The fee is R100 for South African citizens and R700 for foreign citizens.
- If you need help, the Wits Student Call Centre is available at +27 (0) 11 717 1888.
Your Step-by-Step Application Guide
This section will guide you through the entire application process:
- Choose your academic programme: Find the academic programme that suits your academic and career goals.
- Central Application Process: The Student Enrolment Centre handles all applications.
- Identify a Supervisor (for PhD/Masters by Dissertation applicants): Before applying, it is necessary to contact the relevant school to identify a suitable supervisor for your intended research.
- Application: Applicants are encouraged to apply online. The application guidelines are available here.
- Choice of Degree: No more than two choices of degree and/or diploma are allowed.
- Admission Requirements: Pay close attention to the closing dates, admissions requirements, and general regulations.
- Application Fee: All postgraduate applicants are required to pay an application fee of R200. Current Wits students who apply online are exempt from this fee.
- Additional Forms: Certain programmes may require additional departmental forms. These will be listed on your to-do list during the online application process.
- Uploaded Documents: All academic qualifications and other official documents must have been certified within the last 3 months. Copies of all previous tertiary qualifications are necessary.
- Application Completion: Once your application is complete with the requested documentation, it is referred to the relevant school for assessment.
- Application Consideration: Each application is individually considered. The decision timeframe varies across schools, but most will make a final decision towards the end of the academic year or the beginning of the new academic calendar.
- Amending Your Application: If you need to amend your application, please click here.
Embarking on a new academic journey at a prestigious institution like the University of Witwatersrand is a significant milestone. With this guide, the application process becomes easier to navigate. More information and updates are available at the official Wits website: https://www.wits.ac.za/.
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