Dear Grade 12s
Welcome to the UWC website dedicated to the Grade 12 class of 2022. We hope that you will find all the information you need as you prepare to submit your application for 2023.
We are very aware that 2021 was yet another difficult year for you because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Your school year was very disrupted and has taken a ‘new normal’.
It is our hope that we will not experience the kind of disruption of 2020 and 2021 and that you are prepared to do all that is necessary to make a success of your grade 12 year.
We encourage you to keep strong, safe and focused especially since the virus is still with us and the South African vaccine programme continues to roll-out. It is said that leaders emerge in times of crisis. The difficulties that we encounter can either undermine us or we can rise stronger in spite of it. We know that you will rise stronger.
Please, be in touch with us if you need any assistance in making decisions about next year – be it about applying or just wanting clarification about something. Our contact details are on this website.
We wish you all the best for your matric year and for life and study after matric.
From all at UWC.
From hope, to action, through knowledge.
Grade 12 Applications for 2023
How do I apply to UWC?
Apply via the University's online application portal. Applications should open at the launch of the Annual Open Day - 14 May 2022.
Which results should current grade 12s apply with?
- Current grade 12 learners should apply with their final grade 11 results or their June 2022 exam results.
Which documents should current grade 12s apply with?
- No documents should be submitted at this stage. All the necessary information should be included on the online application form.
Which results should post-matrics apply with?
Note: post-matrics are those who have already completed matric and who already have their NSC results
Post-matrics should submit the following documents:
- Certified copy of NSC Certificate or Senior Certificate
- Certified copy of Identification Document
- If applicable, proof of any studies with academic records you may have completed
- If applicable, proof that you are currently improving your NSC results
- An affidavit describing, in brief, your activities after your matric year
When is the closing date for applications for 2023?
- Bachelor of Dentisty and Bachelor of Oral Health: 31 August 2022
- All other faculty programmes: 30 September 2022
Faculty Degree Programme
Minimum Admission Requirements
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
The Faculty is well respected and well connected internationally. It boasts top academics and a strong research profile. Arts graduates emerge socially responsive and skilled in critical thinking and effective communication and go on to excel in a variety of fields
Faculty of Community and Health Sciences
The Faculty of Community and Health Sciences is helping to transform health and welfare services in South Africa through its excellent teaching, research and community service.
Faculty of Dentistry
Africa's leading dental school, the Faculty promotes participation, innovation and a deep respect for the well-being of all. The range of expertise available and the clinical exposure given to students make it a remarkable place to study and work.
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
The Faculty is well-connected with commerce, industry and government. Its strong teaching and applied research focus is building critical capacity in both the private and public sectors.
Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education develops the intellectual and professional capacity of students in teaching and related fields as well as supporting education leadership and management.
Faculty of Law
The Faculty is steeped in a culture of human rights and constitutionalism and is recognised and respected internationally. It offers a rigorous and relevant legal education with opportunities to specialise.
Faculty of Natural Sciences
The Faculty is developing a reputation as an important centre of research in South Africa. It equips graduates with solid academic and research skills and gives them the ability to succeed in the market place.
Career Guidance
Are you confused? Not sure which degree to apply for? Book a virtual career advising session with one of UWC’s advisors.
Facebook: @UWCFutureStudents
Email: recruitment@uwc.ac.za
Service
UWC Residential Services
About a quarter of students at UWC are in university residences. Many stay at home while others live in private accommodation. For more information go to:
Bursaries and Financial Aid
Grade 12 Merit Awards
UWC offers a limited number of merit awards, depending on field of study and the size of the applicant pool. Grade 12 learners who have passed their NSC with an A or B aggregate may apply for the UWC merit award. Applications for the merit award need to be submitted once an applicant has been accepted to study at UWC and not before then. A aggregate merit award equates to 100% of tuition fee for the year. B aggregate merit award equates to 75% of tuition fee for the year.
What is NSFAS? (National Student Financial Aid Scheme)
NSFAS is a government bursary scheme for students from low-income households (I.e. combined household income of less than R350,000.00). If you are a student with a disability, your family income must not be more than R600,000.00 per annum to qualify for a NSFAS bursary.
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Contact
If you have any questions about what to study at UWC or how to apply for 2022 and if you would like to speak with an advisor, please connect with us as follows:
Facebook: @UWCFutureStudents
Instagram: @uwc_future_students
Email: recruitment@uwc.ac.za