UFS Faculty of Health Sciences how to Apply or Admission Procedure
Application Documents for Admission to the UFS
Become a UFS student in 9 steps:
Step 1: Apply online or in hard copy (undergraduate).
Step 2: Your application form is processed. You will receive a student number. If you have not submitted the required documents, you will be requested to do so in order to finalise your application.
Step 3: You are conditionally admitted once you meet all the admission requirements.
Step 4: If you have applied for campus residence, you will now receive correspondence from Housing and Residence Affairs.
Step 5: If you are accepted when the final Grade 12 results become available, in January 2026, you will receive a letter of acceptance.
Step 6: You have to make prepayments five (5) days prior to registration in January 2026. Use your student number as the reference number.
Step 7: Register during January 2026.
Step 8: Get your study material and timetable after registration.
Step 9: Enjoy your classes, which start early February 2026.
Important dates
Applications open for 2026: 1 April 2017
Applications close for Health Sciences and Architecture: 31 May 2017
Apply to study in 2017: second semester
Visit https://apply.ufs.ac.za to access the application system.
Please note that not all programmes are offered in the second semester
Apply to study in 2026
Visit https://apply.ufs.ac.za to access the application system.
Application documents for admission for currently registered students
- DV2 Form (Application to change an incomplete qualification (degree/diploma/certificate) and or campus of studies by a registered student.)
- DV3 Form (Application form for registered students in their final year who wish to apply for a new qualification on completion of the qualification (degree/diploma/certificate) they are currently registered for.)
Together with the AP and language requirements as indicated in the 2026 Prospectus, you need the following:
– If an applicant did not pass the NSC with admission to Bachelor’s studies or the Senior Certificate (SC) with endorsement, he/she will have to apply for conditional exemption with USAf at mb.usaf.ac.za
– If an applicant wrote any other exam than the NSC, IEB or SC, he/she should apply for conditional exemption with USAf at mb.usaf.ac.za
– If an applicant completed a post-secondary school education and do not have admission to Bachelor’s studies or an endorsement, he/she should apply for conditional exemption with USAf at mb.usaf.ac.za
Selection forms
Education
The Humanities
- Social Work: Departmental application form for postgraduate studies
- Social Work: Undergraduate Selection Form 2017 for 2026
Natural and Agricultural Sciences
- Department of Architecture – BArch Selection Form
- Department of Architecture – BArchHons | MArch Selection
- Department of Geology – Selection Application – 2017
- Department of Urban And Regional Planning – 2017
- Department Of Quantity Surveying and Construction Management – 2017
- Department of Genetics – BSc Forensic Science (Undergraduate Degree) 2017
- Department of Genetics – BSc Hons (Postgraduate Degree) 2017
- Department of Genetics – MSc / PhD (Postgraduate Degree)
- Department of Microbial, Biochemical and Food Biotechnology – BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry, Microbiology or Food Science
- Department of Microbial, Biochemical and Food Biotechnology – MSc or PhD in Biochemistry, Microbiology or Food Science
Economic and Management Sciences
Health Sciences
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📌 What is NSFAS?
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.
NSFAS offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans:
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✅ Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?
To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:
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📚 Courses Funded by NSFAS
NSFAS primarily funds undergraduate qualifications, but certain postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB) may be considered under the NSFAS loan scheme, not bursaries.
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📄 Required Documents for NSFAS Application
When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:
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- Consent Form signed by your parent(s)/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.
- Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution.
- Academic transcripts (for continuing or postgraduate students).
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Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)
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Visit the NSFAS Website
Go to: https://www.nsfas.org.za
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Create an Account
- Click on “MyNSFAS” and register your profile.
- You’ll need a valid email address and South African cellphone number.
- Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.
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Login and Start the Application
- After registration, log in to your MyNSFAS account.
- Click on “Apply” to begin a new application.
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Fill in Your Personal Details
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Upload Required Documents
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Submit Your Application
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Track Your Application
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🗓️ Important NSFAS Dates (2025)
- Application Opening Date: September 1, 2025
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- Appeals Period: February 2026 (if rejected)
- Disbursement: After registration and approval
Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.
💸 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?
NSFAS funding typically includes:
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- Meals and transport
- Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)
For loans, repayment is only required once you start working and earn above a threshold (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).
🔄 NSFAS Loan Repayment
Repayments are:
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You can also apply for a partial loan conversion to a bursary if you perform well academically.
🔁 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application
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📱 NSFAS Contact Information
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📝 Final Tips Before Applying
- Apply early to avoid system overload near the deadline.
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By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams—without the burden of immediate financial pressure.