The University of the Western Cape publishes its faculty calendars and undergraduate prospectus as downloadable PDF documents, setting out programme requirements, subject minimums and curriculum structure 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.
Entry Requirements at a Glance
Applications are generally assessed on the following.
- The academic year the calendar or prospectus covers
- The faculty and programme you intend to apply for
- The endorsement required for the qualification type
- Subject requirements and minimum levels for that programme
- The points calculation the faculty applies
- The closing date for the programme
Academic and Minimum Admission Requirements
UWC publishes separate faculty calendars covering Arts and Humanities, Community and Health Sciences, Dentistry, Economic and Management Sciences, Education, Law, Natural Sciences and Nursing. Each contains the admission requirements for its programmes.
UWC has a strong access mission reflected in extended and foundation programmes, which the calendars set out alongside standard entry routes. Those routes are a genuine option for applicants who fall below standard entry.
Subjects, APS and Qualification Requirements
Health science, dentistry, nursing and natural science programmes require Mathematics and Physical Sciences or Life Sciences depending on the programme, and do not generally accept Mathematical Literacy.
Arts, education and some economic and management sciences programmes are more likely to accept Mathematical Literacy. Confirm per programme rather than assuming a faculty-wide standard.
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 calendar for your faculty from the UWC website directly rather than a general search result, since faculty calendars are separate documents.
Health programmes require health screening and police clearance before clinical placement. Arrange these once you have an offer rather than leaving them to registration.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do I find UWC requirements as a PDF?
UWC publishes separate faculty calendars and an undergraduate prospectus on its website. Download the one for your faculty.
Are there extended programmes?
Yes. UWC offers extended and foundation programmes for applicants who meet the endorsement but fall below standard entry.
Does UWC accept Mathematical Literacy?
Arts, education and some management programmes are more likely to. Health, dentistry, nursing and natural sciences generally require Mathematics.
What extra requirements apply to health programmes?
Health screening and police clearance before clinical placement. Arrange these once you have an offer.
Download the current faculty calendar from UWC directly and confirm requirements against it. See UWC courses and requirements. See admission requirements and browse all education requirements.