The University of Fort Hare publishes its prospectus and faculty calendars as downloadable PDF documents, setting out programme requirements, subject minimums and campus information for each qualification.
The critical check when using a prospectus PDF is which academic year it covers, stated on the cover. Prospectus documents circulate for years after publication, and requirements, fees and closing dates all change between editions. Download from the institution website directly rather than from a third-party site. Fort Hare operates across three geographically separated campuses, so the campus listed against a programme matters as much as the academic requirement.
Entry Requirements at a Glance
Applications are generally assessed on the following.
- The academic year the prospectus covers
- The programme you intend to apply for
- The campus at which it runs: Alice, East London or Bhisho
- The endorsement required for the qualification type
- Subject requirements and minimum levels
- The closing date for the programme
Academic and Minimum Admission Requirements
UFH offers higher certificates, diplomas, degrees and postgraduate qualifications across Education, Health Sciences, Law, Management and Commerce, Science and Agriculture, and Social Sciences and Humanities.
Because the campuses are distant from one another, confirming where a programme runs before planning accommodation or travel is as consequential as confirming you meet the academic requirement.
Subjects, APS and Qualification Requirements
Science, agriculture and health science programmes require Mathematics and Physical Sciences or Life Sciences depending on the programme, and generally do not accept Mathematical Literacy.
Education, law, management and humanities programmes are more likely to accept Mathematical Literacy, commonly at a higher level than they would require of Mathematics.
Documents and Application Requirements
Applications normally require the following.
- A certified copy of your identity document
- Your National Senior Certificate or latest statement of results
- Proof of the application fee, where one is charged
- Your final matric results, used to confirm any conditional offer
- A SAQA evaluation certificate, if you hold a foreign qualification
Selection, Intake and Eligibility Considerations
Download the prospectus from the UFH website directly and confirm the academic year on the cover.
Apply for residence alongside your academic application, particularly for the Alice campus, which is rural and where most students live in residence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I download the UFH prospectus?
From the University of Fort Hare website directly, confirming the academic year on the cover.
Why does the campus matter?
Alice, East London and Bhisho are geographically distant, and the same programme is not offered at each.
Does UFH accept Mathematical Literacy?
Education, law, management and humanities programmes are more likely to. Science, agriculture and health generally require Mathematics.
Should I apply for residence separately?
Yes, alongside your academic application, particularly for the rural Alice campus.
Download the current edition from UFH directly and confirm requirements against it. See University of Fort Hare courses and requirements. See admission requirements and browse all education requirements.