{"id":5492,"date":"2020-08-31T08:40:23","date_gmt":"2020-08-31T08:40:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/collegeguide.co.za\/?p=5492"},"modified":"2020-08-31T08:40:23","modified_gmt":"2020-08-31T08:40:23","slug":"university-of-fort-hare-ufh-admission-requirements-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/university-of-fort-hare-ufh-admission-requirements-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"UFH Admission Requirements 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-3939805213\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p><strong>ENTRY REQUIREMENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR BACHELOR\u2019S DEGREES<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Minimum of level 4 in English 1st Additional Language or<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Minimum of level 3 in English Home Language.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2022 Minimum of Level 4 or better in four 20-credit subjects from the designated list, excluding Life Orientation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>QUALIFICATIONSponsored Links<ins><\/ins><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>MINIMUM STATUTORY ENTRY REQUIREMENT<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bachelors degree<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pass NSC with an achievement rating of 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(50-59%) or more in 4 (four) subjects<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Diploma<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pass NSC with an achieving rating of 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>(40-49% )or more in 4 (four) subjects<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR MATURE AGE APPLICANTS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mature age applicants (turning 23 years during year of registration), who have met the requirements in bullets 1 \u2013 3 above, qualify for admission to main stream programmes. They need to apply for conditional exemption from HESA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Designated Subjects<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accounting<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Languages<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Agricultural science<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Life science<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Business Studies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mathematics of Mathematical Literacy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dramatic Arts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Music<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Economics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical Sciences<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Engineering Graphics<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>and Design<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Religious Studies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Geography<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visual Arts<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>History<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consumer Studies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Information Technology<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants who wish to enroll for a degree programme need to ensure that four of their seven subjects are from the designated list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Senior Certificate (pre-2008)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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 to be sufficient. A pass mark of at least an F symbol on HG English 1st language is also considered to be sufficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Matriculation Exemption or Further Education and Training Certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ins><\/ins><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A standard qualification to study for a degree is a Matriculation endorsement or equivalent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>CN&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;SC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>S Symbol achieved in<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Grade 12 subjects<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Grade of Grade 12 subjects<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>HG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>B<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>C<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>E<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>F<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>31<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How to calculate your&nbsp;minimum admission point score (APS)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NSC<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>NSC%<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>APS %<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>80-89<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>8<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>90-99<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>79-79<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>80-89<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>60-69<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>79-79<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>50-59<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>60-69<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>40-49<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>50-59<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>30-39<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>40-49<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>10<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>-290<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>30-39<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>0-29<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ARE YOU A INTERNATIONAL APPLICANT WITH FOREIGN SCHOOL-LEAVING?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Undergraduate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All applicants with non-South African School-leaving 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 on www.he-enrol.ac.za<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The University of Fort Hare will also submit applications to the Matriculation Board on behalf of the applicant on submission of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><ins><\/ins><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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);<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exemption application fee charged at R400.00 (payable at the University); and<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sworn English translation of documents required where applicable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Postgraduate<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>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<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Student selection and admissions process<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Students receive application forms from the Students Registration Office through the post\/contact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. These are completed and returned to the Students Registration Office and get sorted per-Faculty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Then the faculty selection committee (Deputy Dean: Teaching and Learning, Faculty Manager, HODs and Administrators) convenes to do the selection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Admission is done on merit, using the Swedish point system.High scores are considered first in chronological order<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For interview programmes students are invited for presentations prior to selection.The current matrics are provisionally accepted pending their matric 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.&nbsp; 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. Wait listed students are considered after registration of accepted students.Accepted students get notification from the Students Registration Office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ENQUIRIES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alice Campus Tel.: 040 602 2016 \/ 2053\/ 2122\/ 2174\/ 2281<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>East London Campus Tel.: 043 704 7155 \/ 7266 \/ 7004 \/ 7139<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>admissions@ufh.ac.za<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-2912569722\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"advads-btf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-434834031\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-1121716328\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sponsored Guide<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> 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.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ENTRY REQUIREMENTS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR BACHELOR\u2019S DEGREES \u2022 Minimum of level 4 in English 1st Additional Language or \u2022 Minimum of level 3 in English Home Language. \u2022 Minimum of Level 4 or better in four 20-credit subjects from the designated list, excluding Life Orientation. 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