Undergraduate Prospectus
Undergraduate Prospectus
Undergraduate Prospectus
2022 Admission
2 3
29 000
students in
6 faculties
Over 100
countries
represented
on campus
Contents
Message from the Vice-Chancellor 4 Faculty of Law 54
Using this Prospectus 6 Faculty of Science 58
Visiting the University 8 Student Housing 65
About Cape Town and UCT 9 Sports, Student Clubs and Student Societies 68
44 000
Application and Admission to UCT 10 International Students 71
National Benchmark Tests 15 Tuition Fees & Residence Costs 75
Faculty of Commerce 18 Funding your studies 76
Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment 27 Student Life at UCT 79 undergraduate
Faculty of Health Sciences 34 NBT Dates for 2021/2022 Applicants 82 applicants
for 4 000
Faculty of Humanities 42 Contact information 83
UCT is aware that the current crisis related to COVID-19 will impact the regular operational timelines. Given the fluid situation that prevails all dates
contained in our publications and correspondence are subject to change.
places
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Message from the research guarantee your studies will be informed by the latest
advances in knowledge. Our research places a special focus on
Africa. This abiding interest in all things African means our staff and
uhlala kuzo zonke izinto zaseAfrika uthetha ukuba abasebenzi kunye
nabafundi bethu bazibophelele ekujonganeni nemiba emininzi
ejongene nelizwekazi lethu - kubandakanya leyo inxulumene nezempilo,
ezinjengokubonelela ngendawo ekungena umoya ngokufanelekileyo
kwaye apho iiklasi zinokubanjelwa khona ngokwamaqela amancinci,
zisebenza ngokujikeleza, ukunciphisa inani labantu kwindawo nganye
abaphumeleleyo eMzantsi Afrika kwaye bonwabela elinye lawona
mazinga aphezulu eliqeshwayo elizweni. Abafundi bethu bahlala
bebizwa ngokuthe ngqo kwicandelo labucala, ngenxa yomsebenzi
UCT does all it can to facilitate funding for deserving students. Should
first time, UCT has several support structures that provide a safety net
for students needing help and guidance in adjusting to campus life.
and remains a free service for three years after graduation. Boodskap van die Daar is baie goeie redes om te kies om by die UK te studeer.
Die universiteit vaar voortdurend goed in internasionale peilings
as gevolg van die hoë gehalte van ons navorsing. Verskeie UK
Ons is hoopvol dat klasse in 2022 op kampus sal hervat. Ons erken
dat baie nuwe studente vir die eerste keer weg van die huis af sal
woon, daarom het die UK verskeie ondersteuningstrukture in plek wat
you need financial assistance for your studies, please turn to the In line with this approach to wellness and balance in student life, UCT Good luck with making your decision. I hope to welcome you to UCT
section that outlines how to seek funding from the National Student
Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) and/or how to apply for one of a
offers you an opportunity to join one or more of our 40 sports clubs
and the 100+ societies that can provide an outlet for your cultural or
in person early in the coming year, when we launch our annual first-
year orientation programme that will introduce you to our spectacular
Visekanselier akademici word internasionaal erken as uitnemende onderwysers en
kenners in hulle veld. Hulle akademiese werk en betrokkenheid by
baanbrekersnavorsing waarborg dat jou studies ondersteun sal word
ʼn veilige vangnet vir studente sal skep wat hulp of leiding benodig
om by die kampuslewe aan te pas. In pas met hierdie benadering tot
gesondheid en balans gedurende jou studentelewe, bied die UK jou
number of UCT scholarships. spiritual interests, enable you to engage with social justice issues, or campus and the entire range of services that will make your time at
deur die nuutste vooruitgang in navorsing en kennis. die geleentheid om by een of meer van ons 40 sportklubs en 100+
help hone your entrepreneurial skills. UCT as enjoyable and productive as possible.
Ons is verjeug dat jy belangstel om by die Universiteit van Kaapstad verenigings aan te sluit wat ʼn uitlaatklep vir jou kulturele en geestelike
There are many good reasons for choosing to study at UCT. The (UK) vir jou graad in te skryf. Ons navorsing plaas ʼn spesiale fokus op Afrika. Hierdie voortdurende behoeftes bied. Wat jou die geleentheid sal gee om betrokke te
university consistently performs well in international ranking systems UCT alumni remain among South Africa’s most sought-after graduates All the best,
belangstelling in Afrika beteken dat ons personeel en studente raak by sosiale geregtigheidskwessies, of jou sal help om jou
due to the excellence of our research. Many UCT academics are and they enjoy one of the country’s highest graduate employment Die UK sal vir jou die geleentheid op ʼn eersteklas opvoeding bied toegewyd is aan ʼn wye spektrum kwessies wat ons kontinent in die entrepreneursvaardighede te ontwikkel.
internationally recognised as excellent teachers and experts in their rates. Our students are often recruited directly into the private sector, Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng
by een van die wêreld se mooiste en mees diverse kampusse. gesig staar – insluitende kwessies soos gesondheid, ekonomie, sosiale
fields. Their scholarly work and engagement in ground-breaking thanks to the sterling work undertaken by UCT’s Career Service unit, VICE-CHANCELLOR
Buiten ʼn internasionaal erkende kwalifikasie, bied ons ʼn verrykende geregtigheid, armoedeverligting en humanitêre hulpverlening. As dit UK alumni is steeds onder die mees gesogte gegradueerdes in Suid-
studentelewe ervaring, waar jy blywende vriendskappe sal maak, jou opgewonde maak om aan probleme te werk wat jou gemeenskap Afrika en hulle geniet een van die land se hoogste indiensnemingskoerse
asook om ʼn netwerk te begin wat jou sal kan help vir die res van jou raak, dan is die UK perfek geposisioneer om jou passie te verwesenlik, vir afgestudeerdes. Ons studente word dikwels direk genader uit
professionele loopbaan. (Waar gesondheid- en veiligheidsmaatreëls sodat jy kan begin om ʼn betekenisvolle bydra tot die samelewing te die privaatsektor, wat te danke is aan die uitstekende werk wat deur
in plek mag bly as gevolg van Covid-19, het ons aanlyn geleenthede maak. die UK se Loopbaandienste Eenheid gedoen word, wat werkgewers
Umyalezo ovela uqale ukwakha ukuthungelana nabantu abaza kukukhonza imihla
yonke yobomi bakho bobungcali. (Apho impilo kunye nezithentelo
zokhuseleko zingahlala zihleli endaweni ngenxa yobhubhane
kwizifundo zakho, nceda utyhile kwicandelo elichaza ukuba
ungayifumana njani inkxaso-mali esuka kwi-Nation Student Financial
Aid Scheme (NSFAS) kunye/okanye indlela yokufaka isicelo kwenye
ontwikkel vir studente om mekaar te ontmoet en gespreke te kan voer,
sowel as met fakulteitpersoneel en tutors. Sou jy kies om hier te studeer, sal jy by ons aansluit gedurende ʼn
met toekomstige gegradueerdes verbind. Die loopbaanadvies en
konsultasies wat deur hierdie eenheid aangebied word, is beskikbaar
kwiSekela-Ngqonyela i-Covid-19, siye saphuhlisa amathuba kwi-intanethi apho abafundi yezeengxowa-mali ze-UCT. tydperk van ongekende globale verandering, veral in die onderwys. vir alle UK studente en is beskikbaar vir ʼn verdere 3 jaar nadat hul
badibana kwaye basebenzisane, kunye nabasebenzi bamacandelo Om jou tersiêre inrigting en jou graad-program te kies, mag twee van die Selfs voor die aanbreek van die Covid-19 pandemie, was die UK reeds afgestudeer het.
nabancedisi-bahlohli). Kunezizathu ezibalulekileyo ezininzi zokuba ukhethe ukufunda e-UCT. belangrikste lewensbesluite wees wat jy sal neem. Hierdie publikasie hard aan die werk om te verseker dat ons studente toegang het tot
Le yunivesithi ngokungagungqiyo isoloko iqhuba kakuhle kwinkqubo bevat al die inligting wat jy nodig het om ʼn akademiese program te gelyke digitale onderrig met akademiese en sosiale ondersteuning om Sterkte met jou besluitneming. Ek hoop om jou vroeg in die volgende
Ukukhetha iziko lemfundo ephakamileyo kunye nokukhetha inkqubo yokubeka kwinqanaba lehlabathi ngenxa yokugqwesa kophando kies binne ons ses fakulteite: Handelswetenskappe, Ingenieurswese en studente te help floreer, maak nie saak wat die omstandighede is nie. jaar by die UK in persoon te verwelkom; wanneer ons die jaarlikse
Siyachulumanca kukuba unomdla ekubhaliseleni isidanga yakho yesidanga kunokuba zezona zigqibo zibalulekileyo oya kuzenza. lwethu. Uninzi lwabahlohli base-UCT baziwa kwilizwe liphela die Bou-omgewing, Gesondheidswetenskappe, Geesteswetenskappe, Die pandemie het bloot die proses van ontwikkeling vir ʼn wêreldklas eerstejaaroriëntasie program afskop, wat jou sal voorstel aan jou
kwiYunivesithi YaseKapa (UCT). Olu papasho luqulathe lonke ulwazi oludingayo ukuze ukhethe inkqubo njengootitshala abagqwesileyo kunye neengcali kumacandelo abo. Regsgeleerdheid en Wetenskap. aanlynonderrigruimte, wat ʼn konstante hoë standaard van onderrig ongelooflike kampus en die hele reeks dienste wat jou tyd by die UK so
yokufunda kwelinye lamacandelo ethu amathandathu: ezoRhwebo, Umsebenzi wabo wobunkcuba buchopho kunye nokuzibandakanya handhaaf, versnel. (Kursusse wat aangesig-tot-aangesig-onderrig aangenaam en produktief as moontlik sal maak.
I-UCT iza kukunika ithuba lokuba ufumane imfundo ekwinqanaba ezobuNjineli kunye neNdawo yezaKhiwo, ezoNyango neeNzululwazi kuphando oluza nezisombululo ezintsha kwaye oluyiliweyo luqinisekisa Die UK doen alles in sy vermoë om befondsing te fasiliteer vir en klasbywoning vereis, word steeds aangebied. Waar nodig, sal
eliphezulu kwezona khampasi zakhe zantle kwaye ezahlukileyo kwezeMpilo, ezoLuntu, ezoMthetho kunye neNzululwazi. ukuba izifundo zakho ziya kwaziswa ngenkqubela phambili entsha verdienstelike studente. Sou jy finansiële hulp benodig vir jou studies, ons die gesondheid- en veiligheidsprotokollevolg; soos om lokale van Alles van die beste,
kumhlaba uphela. Ngaphandle kokuzuza isidanga esidumileyo kulwazi. blaai asseblief na die gedeelte wat verduidelik hoe jy aansoek kan doen genoegsame ventilasie te voorsien, waar klasse beperk word tot kleiner
kwizizwe jikelele, sikunika ngokobuqu ubomi bomfundi I-UCT yenza konke ekwazi ukwenza ukulungiselela inkxaso-mali by die Nasionale Studente Finansiële Hulpskema vir Studente (NSFAS) groepe en op ʼn rotasiebasis werk, sodoende word die getal persone Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng
obutyetyisiweyo, apho uza kwenza ubuhlobo banaphakade kwaye kubafundi abafanelekileyo. Ukuba udinga uncedo lwezezimali Uphando lwethu lubeka ingqwalasela eyodwa e-Afrika. Lo mdla en/of hoe om aansoek te doen vir verskeie UK beurse. verminder wat ʼn spesifieke lokaal gebruik.) VISE-KANSELIER
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• All final transcripts and non-NSC • The final tertiary transcripts for students
How are the test results used? If you encounter problems during the registration DEGREE Benchmark Performance Levels
The test results are used in addition to school-leaving process, call 021 650 3523 or send an email to nbt@uct. • lunch (not all physical venues are close to Academic Literacy Quantitative Literacy Mathematics
Benchmark
academic performance and do not replace the use of ac.za for assistance. shops) Performance Levels Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
school-leaving results. In the case of applications to the • HB pencil and eraser
Proficient 68 100 70 100 69 100
Faculty of Health Sciences, the National Benchmark Test • bus/train/taxi fare for returning home
results make up a specific proportion of a school-leaver’s THE NBT HELPDESK IS STAFFED • please note that you will not be allowed to Intermediate 39 67 40 69 35 68
overall Faculty Points Score. (See the Faculty specific From 08:00 to 16:00 weekdays and use calculators, dictionaries or rulers in any Basic 0 38 0 39 0 34
section in this prospectus for more information). From 07:00 to 10:00 on national test days of the tests.
DEGREE Benchmark Performance Levels Split into Upper and Lower Boundaries*
(Full support is available during online
The NBT results may also be used to decide admission to Venues for the tests for admission to Benchmark Academic Literacy Quantitative Literacy Mathematics
an extended or foundation programme. sessions). UCT in 2022 Performance Levels Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
The NBT is available Online in a secure proctored
Proficient Upper 84 100 85 100 85 100
Can I write the NBTs outside of South Africa? The tests begin at 08h00 at many venues throughout environment,
Writing the NBTs in a remote venue, or outside of South South Africa. The Academic and Quantitative Literacy (AQL) Proficient Lower 68 83 70 84 69 84
Africa Remote sessions are run when someone is unable test is written in the morning session and the Mathematics For the pencil and paper form of the NBT test, Intermediate Upper 54 67 55 69 52 68
to write online or at an institution that generally facilitates (MAT) test in the afternoon. please check & confirm venues on the website at
Intermediate Lower 39 53 40 54 35 51
the National Benchmark Test sessions. www.nbt.ac.za The testing venues will be clearly
Basic Upper 19 38 20 39 17 34
If both tests are written, you will probably complete them sign posted on the days the tests are written. The
Usually, these are for test writers in another country at about 16h00. They must also be written at the same NBT Project reserves the right to change the venue Basic Lower 0 18 0 19 0 16
or in an area too remote to be able to make a trip of a sitting. Testing dates and venues are available on the NBT as circumstances require.
reasonable distance to the nearest testing centre, and web site at www.nbt.ac.za. Alternatively please call the DIPLOMA and HIGHER CERTIFICATE Benchmark Performance Levels
where a suitable internet connection is not available.. NBT Project. How do you get your test results? Academic Literacy Quantitative Literacy Mathematics
Benchmark
Should you wish to request a remote venue, please About four weeks after writing, you may access Performance Levels Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
contact the NBT Project at nbtremote@uct.ac.za . May I write the NBTs more than once? your results on the NBT website. Log on using your
Proficient 61 100 66 100 67 100
You may attempt the NBTs at most twice in one test cycle. South African ID number. Your scores will also be
Provision for candidates with disabilities But: sent to UCT for use in processing your application. Intermediate 33 60 34 65 38 66
Provision is made for test writers with disabilities. We • you will have to register for each attempt; Basic 0 32 0 33 0 37
have successfully accommodated writers who are blind, • you will have to pay the NBT test fee each time you
visually, hearing or mobility/physically impaired, have a do so; NBT CONTACT INFORMATION
learning disability, or have a chronic illness that requires • you will receive one unique registration number for W www.nbt.ac.za DIPLOMA and HIGHER CERTIFICATE Benchmark Performance Levels Split into Upper
special accommodations. Time concessions, readers, both NBT attempts; and Lower Boundaries*
E nbt@uct.ac.za
scribes, and braille versions of the tests have been made • If you write a second time, and the admission
available. Please contact the NBT Helpdesk for further requirements applicable to you require you to write T 021 650 3523 Benchmark Academic Literacy Quantitative Literacy Mathematics
F www.facebook.com/pg/ Performance Levels Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum
information and for special accommodations. the AQL and Maths tests (three domains), you must
rewrite both tests; NationalBenchmarkTestSA Proficient Upper 81 100 83 100 84 100
How to register for NBTs • we will use your best NBT results for each of AL, QL T www.twitter.com/nBTs_SA Proficient Lower 61 80 66 82 67 83
You may register online at www.nbt.ac.za and MAT. I www.instagram.com/NBTs_SA/ Intermediate Upper 47 60 50 65 51 66
After reading the general information and the FAQs, select What must you take to the tests?
Intermediate Lower 33 46 34 49 35 50
the ‘Book a test’ option and follow all instructions. Note • Online Tests have a minimum computing requirements
that you will need your SA identity number or passport that are detailed on the NBT website. Basic Upper 16 32 17 33 17 34
number in order to register. • your identity book or passport Basic Lower 0 15 0 16 0 16
* Equated scores are reported as a whole number percentage (i.e., rounded, with zero decimal places)
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graduated with a BCom or BBusSc and the area of organisations employ professional accountants. background. Students who want to become an attorney
specialisation. All BBusSc students also take courses Accountants can work in different areas, including or advocate after completing this undergraduate degree
in the functional areas of Finance, Marketing and financial reporting, tax, management accounting and can apply to do a two-year postgraduate LLB degree in
People Management. In their final year, students take decision making, auditing and corporate governance, the Faculty of Law.
a course in Strategic Thinking that integrates all the or the broader economy. Many people who qualify as
courses covered in the previous years of study. This professional accountants later choose careers in senior Actuarial Science
course also includes exposure to entrepreneurship, management. www.actuarialscience.uct.ac.za/
recognising that many students will ultimately run This is intended for students with a strong numerate
their own businesses. It is NOT necessary to have done Accounting at school ability who wish to enter the actuarial or allied
if you wish to do Accounting at UCT, although you must professions. In Actuarial Science, students learn to
If you are offered a place in Commerce you can choose have done Mathematics and English. identify and evaluate uncertain future events and
either degree, BCom or BBusSc and any specialisation financial risks for organisations. Actuaries use statistical
for which you meet the entrance requirements. A CA(SA) is someone who becomes a chartered techniques to solve financial and business problems.
accountant through the South African Institute of Actuaries typically work in insurance, risk management,
Chartered Accountants (SAICA). Commerce offers two and banking.
EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT UNIT (EDU
Faculty of
undergraduate programmes that allow students to
COMMERCE) follow the CA (SA) path – the three-year BCom Financial Quantitative Finance shares the same foundations
www.educommerce.uct.ac.za/ Accounting: Chartered Accountant and the four-year as Actuarial Science, but with more emphasis on
The Education Development Unit (EDU) is focused on BBusSc Financial Accounting: Finance with Accounting. applications in the investment and financial industries.
has been designed to enable equity students with contract and two SAICA qualifying professional exams Computer Science
a disadvantage factor greater than 1.0 to complete (including an exam preparation course). www.sit.uct.ac.za/
Commerce degrees over either a standard or extended Computer Science is about the creation of computer
ABOUT THE FACULTY where their strengths and interests lie. In the early stages of for both the interests of our students and the employment period offering a range of additional interventions. The General Accounting option is designed for the student software using programming languages, which
the degree, you may choose to move from one degree to needs of our country. The first year curriculum is more or who does not wish to pursue the CA(SA) designation is required for economic, social and for human
UCT’s Commerce degrees and diplomas prepare you for the another, changing specialisations as you understand more less common as all Commerce graduates need a solid The duration of the degree will be determined by the but may still be interested in obtaining a Chartered development in every country. Computer Scientists
employment needs of the expanding world of business and about the disciplines. academic foundation in core subject areas: Accounting, Commerce Faculty admission requirements. The same Accountant designation from other international have the ability to design and develop software, to
professional services and equip you to participate in the Information Systems, Economics, Business Law, Math- exit standards certificate will be applied whatever the professional bodies such as the Association of Chartered understand the concepts of artificial intelligence, and
global economy. WHAT WE OFFER ematics, Business Statistics, Mathematical Statistics, duration of the degree and the qualification (and thus Certified Accountants (ACCA) or the Chartered Institute to mathematically solve software challenges.
Critical thinking (Evidence-based Management) and the degree certificate) will be the same. of Management Accountants (CIMA).
A Commerce degree will give you the educational The faculty offers two undergraduate degrees and one level Business Ethics. Both the BBusSc in Computer Science and the BCom
foundation to enable you to succeed in a rapidly changing 7 advanced diploma that is only available to graduates or Graduates of either stream may go into areas of in Information Systems and Computer Science provide
environment, whether you want to work locally or those with appropriate work experience. Both degrees are offered in the standard form or as AREAS OF STUDY OFFERED commercial specialisation such as tax advisory, internal students with a combination of computer science and
internationally, change jobs or even careers. academic development programmes tailored for students audit, financial consulting, or external audit and business skills, enabling graduates to fulfil a variety of
who may have experienced gaps or disparities in their Accounting assurance, although certain professions may require roles in industry, across all sectors.
We do not expect students new to university to finalise their BACHELOR OF BUSINESS SCIENCE (BBUSSC) & educational or life experience. The BBusSc is a four-year www.accounting.uct.ac.za/ specific professional designations such as CA (SA).
specialisation choices before being exposed to the disciplines BACHELOR OF COMMERCE (BCOM) qualification, and the BCom is a three-year qualification. Accountants understand the flow of money. Accounting Economics
at a tertiary level, so the more similar the specialisation, the uses financial information to assist with operational The Accounting and Law option is designed for students www.economics.uct.ac.za/
more flexibility students have to move around as they discover Both degrees allow for a variety of specialisations to cater The degree certificate will stipulate whether you have and strategic decision making in organisations. All who are interested in a law career with a commercial All Economics options give an excellent grounding
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DEGREE SPECIALISATIONS AT A GLANCE analyse user requirements and develop information systems. The Information Systems
curriculum allows students to cover this exciting and expanding field.
Bachelor of Business Science in Actuarial Science
Discipline: Actuarial Science This specialisation maintains a balance between the technical (hardware and
Specialisation: Actuarial Science software) aspects of information systems and the human side of the discipline. There
Quantitative Finance is a demand for qualified Information Systems professionals.
total of 27 courses, 7 are required to be at a 3rd year level, so students will liaise ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN ACTUARIAL SCIENCE
with an advisor to plan their curriculum. Candidates should have a first-class degree in Mathematical Statistics from a recognised NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC) ADMISSION BACHELOR OF BUSINESS SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF COMMERCE
university, with at least two years of Mathematics. Candidates with excellent grades in REQUIREMENTS ONLY Computer Science and Analytics Specialisation
Marketing degrees with related subjects may also be considered, but it is essential that candidates
ELIGIBLE BAND ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
www.marketingstudies.uct.ac.za/ have a solid grounding in Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics (up to HEQSF Level 6). The guidelines that follow do not guarantee admission. Study offers are limited for
Guaranteed admission
Marketing is concerned with creating the revenue streams crucial to the success reasons of capacity. Satisfying the minimum subject requirements does not ensure an FPS of 480 or above.
of businesses, non-governmental organisations and public sector enterprises. applicant admission. Band A NBT scores of Upper Intermediate for AL & QL
All applicants
FPS Mathematics 70%
Marketers are adept at identifying and serving customers’ needs, managing OVERVIEW OF REQUIREMENTS * South African applicants and permanent residents in redress categories may apply
English HL 50%
communications in a digital enabled workplace and ensuring positive customer for admission directly into the Academic Development (AD) qualifications English FAL 60%
experience. The selection instruments we use for Commerce are:
Probable admission
• School leaving academic results BACHELOR OF BUSINESS SCIENCE AND BACHELOR OF COMMERCE WPS of 470 or above.
Specialists work in a wide variety of marketing-related roles across industries, • Performance in the National Benchmark Tests (students must write both the Academic All specialisations except for Actuarial Science and Computer Science NBT scores of Upper Intermediate for AL & QL
including product manager, brand manager, social media marketing manager, Literacy and Quantitative Literacy (AQL) and Mathematics (MAT) tests) Mathematics 70%
English HL 50%
market researcher, marketing representative, sales representative, business • Performance (in the school-leaving examinations) in Mathematics and English. ELIGIBLE BAND ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS English FAL 60%
Band B
analyst, customer relationship manager, advertising and public relations Guaranteed admission
All applicants
WPS Minimum required for possible admission
manager. FPS of 480 or above. FPS of 425.
NBT scores of Upper
CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION TO A COMMERCE DEGREE VIA All applicants
Band A
Intermediate for AL & QL
NBT scores of Upper Intermediate for AL & QL
Organisational Psychology FPS Mathematics 70%
www.organisationalpsychology.uct.ac.za/
MAINSTREAM OR ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT DEGREES Mathematics 60%
English HL 50%
English HL 50%
English FAL 60%
Organisational Psychology (also known as Industrial Psychology) deals with English FAL 60%
individual and group behaviour in organisations and the management of Mainstream Possible admission into Education Development Unit only
Probable admission FPS of 425 to 429.
people in the workplace. Practitioners work in various areas ranging from Applicants who are made an offer of admission to the faculty are entitled to register for WPS of 470 or above. Only SA applicants
ANY specialisation in the Faculty for which they meet the entrance criteria. Thus, if we NBT scores of Lower Intermediate for AL & QL
change management, employee relations, learning and development to human NBT scores of Upper Intermediate for AL & QL in targeted redress
Band C Mathematics 70%
have made an offer for a BCom PPE and the final NSC results meet the entrance criteria Mathematics 60% groups with a
FPS English HL 50%
resources management - across diverse sectors: corporate business, government, disadvantage factor
for BBusSc Actuarial Science, applicants will be eligible to register for BBusSc Actuarial English HL 50% English FAL 60%
NGOs, and management consultancies. Science should they desire to do so. Band B English FAL 60% greater than 1
In exceptional circumstances a basic for QL may be mitigated by a
All applicants
WPS Minimum required for possible admission score of Intermediate in NBT Mathematics
Students can study Organisational Psychology in Commerce or Humanities. In FPS of 425 or above.
Academic Development (Places are limited by capacity) NBT scores of Upper Intermediate for AL & QL
both faculties, students study the same Organisational Psychology courses.
South African Black, Chinese, Coloured or Indian applicants with a disadvantage factor Mathematics 60%
In Commerce, students register for the four-year BBusSc in Organisational greater than 1.0 may apply for admission to Academic Development (AD) programmes. English HL 50%
Psychology, including business and management courses. In Humanities, English FAL 60%
We may also offer places on AD specialisations to equity candidates not meeting the
students register for a BSocSc or a BA with a major in Organisational Psychology admission requirements for mainstream programmes, whose NBT results indicate Possible admission into Education Development Unit only
and a second Humanities major. potential. FPS of 425 to 429.
Only SA applicants
NBT scores of Lower Intermediate for AL & QL
in targeted redress
Band C Mathematics 60%
groups with a
FPS English HL 50%
disadvantage factor
English FAL 60%
greater than 1
In exceptional circumstances a basic for QL may be mitigated by a
score of Intermediate in NBT Mathematics
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GUARANTEED MINIMUM SUBJECT REQUIREMENTS SAT I score of 1050 or more with sub minima of 500 for both the Verbal and
DEGREE WITH PLANS SAT I Mathematics scores; or
ADMISSION MATHEMATICS ENGLISH
Bachelor of Business Science specialising in: SAT II score of 1050 or more for English and one of Physics or Chemistry with sub
Computer Science SAT II minimum of 500 for either the English or the Physics or the Chemistry scores
Economics A-level E or
A-level C or
Economics with Law 53 AS-level D or
AS-level B
Finance O-level B
Finance with Accounting ABITUR
Information Systems
Applicants’ performance on the Abitur is assessed using thefollowing
Marketing
Organisational Psychology points table:
Analytics 53 NSSC Grade 1 NSSC Grade 3
Umrechnungstabelle/conversion table (grades to percentages)
Bachelor of Commerce specialising in:
Financial Accounting (General/Chartered)
Accounting with Law IB Diploma with
• At least a ‘GUT’ for Mathematics and English
Faculty of
IB Diploma with
Built Environment
Information Systems & Computer Science Standard Level 14 sehr gut 94-90
Information Systems & Finance NOTE Mathematical
Management Studies (English Literature 13 89-85
Studies or Maths Main
Philosophy Politics & Economics is accepted.)
are not accepted. 12 84-80
60 A-Level A 11 gut 79-75
A-level C or
AS-level B or
56
(without A-level subjects) AS-Level A O- level A
10 74-70
ABOUT THE FACULTY W H AT W E O F F E R
9 69-65
BBusSc/BCom specialising in: 60 NSCC Grade 1 NSCC Grade 2 8 befriedigend 64-60
The Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment enjoys Architectural Studies
Actuarial Science an outstanding reputation for its high quality graduates. A general, design-based first degree, the Bachelor of
IB Diploma 7 59-55
Quantitative Finance Grade 5
Not only are we proud to be increasing the number of Architectural Studies (BAS) focuses on the design of
Higher Level 6 54-50 black engineers and built environment specialists, the built environment and architectural design. This
IB Diploma Grade 7 or Grade 7 but we are also proud to record increasing numbers of degree equips students with the ability to solve design
60
Higher Level Standard Level 5 ausreichend 49-45 female students who are choosing to pursue careers problems imaginatively, to think rationally and to
(English Literature in engineering. Researchers in Engineering & the Built exercise appropriate judgement within the discipline of
is accepted.) 4 44-40
Environment are regularly commissioned by industry to architecture. In particular it aims to develop the capacity
conduct research and through these partnerships the to design appropriately within the built and natural
Faculty earns significant funding for the University. environment.
The Faculty enjoys an excellent international The three-year BAS degree provides the grounding
reputation for its work in a number of areas. For for application for entry into the BAS Honours and
example, it has taken on the research challenges professional postgraduate degrees leading to careers in
of environment-friendly technologies and has won architecture, landscape architecture, urban and regional
international status for its multi-disciplinary research planning, urban design, transport engineering and
into areas such as minerals processing and energy. housing. All applicants for the BAS degree must complete
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Mechatronics
a portfolio of prescribed creative exercises. Find out more at Mechatronics is an interdisciplinary branch of engineering
www.apg.uct.ac.za which combines fundamental study in mechanical
engineering with light-current electrical engineering.
Chemical Engineering As a mechatronics student at UCT, you will study a
Chemical Engineering represents a synthesis of chemistry, specialisation in electrical and electronic engineering,
physics and mathematics applied to real problems which affect combined with a grounding in mechanical engineering. The
our everyday lives. We have reached a point where society must mechatronics engineer in industry may require expertise
contend with fundamental changes in the availability of some across a broad range of engineering disciplines and will be
of the most important resources on this planet: energy, food, especially well suited to a career in light manufacturing,
essential minerals and the global environment. Technological robotics, automation and process control. Discover more
solutions for many of these problems fall within the domain of information about Mechatronics at
the chemical engineer. To become a chemical engineer takes www.mechatronics.uct.ac.za
four years of academic study complemented by exposure to
the process industries. Learn more about the programme at Electrical & Computer Engineering
www.chemeng.uct.ac.za/ Besides acquiring a broad knowledge of finance, macro Electrical & Computer Engineering combines Electrical
and micro- economics, property law, and appropriate Engineering and Computer Science to equip graduates
Civil Engineering communication and computer skills, you will develop skills in with a thorough understanding of the design of special-
The civil engineer today may be a technically-oriented the field of property development. purpose computers and computer-based systems. This
designer, a public-minded planner of services which benefit degree integrates concepts of the analysis, design and
entire communities, a protector of public health and the The BSc in Construction Studies will enable you to prepare application of computing, information acquisition and
environment, a practical leader of construction teams or tenders and manage construction contracts, estimate processing systems in various fields. Examples are in the
creator of organisations and systems that provide work and costs and undertake financial management of construction areas of communications, high performance scientific
serve communities. The BSc(Eng) in Civil Engineering includes projects, manage the construction of buildings and related computing, signal processing and electronic control
courses in the sciences, mathematics, computing, materials, infrastructure, manage human resources, evaluate property systems. Find out more at www.ee.uct.ac.za to register as a professional surveyor after completing as aeronautical engineering, marine and biomedical
structures, geology, geotechnics, geographical information investments and communicate spatial concepts, financial a period of articles. A career in geomatics offers an engineering. Visit www.mecheng.uct.ac.za for more
systems, water treatment and supply, wastewater disposal and issues and other data. Visit the website of the Department of Geomatics exciting variety of professional work possibilities and information.
treatment, hydraulics, environmental evaluation, surveying, Construction Economics and Management at Geomatics refers to the creation, representation, is recognised world-wide. For more information about
transportation, urban development, design, construction, www.cons.uct.ac.za analysis, management, retrieval and modelling of spatial geomatics, the degrees we offer, and how to apply, Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering
management and communications. The final year ends with information which represents the earth’s physical please visit www.geomatics.uct.ac.za Southern African manufacturing, mining, service and
a five-week large-scale design project and a nine- week Electrical Engineering features, the built environment and other spatially process industries need graduates who have less
individual research project. Visit www.civil.uct.ac.za Electrical Engineering covers a wide and diverse defined objects. The principle disciplines associated with Mechanical Engineering specialisation than is normally offered in the traditional
range of activities and industries including computing, geomatics include surveying and mapping, the mapping Mechanical Engineering involves understanding and engineering disciplines. Such employers prefer
Construction Studies & Property Studies telecommunications, electronic circuits, power and energy. The sciences, land management, geographic information harnessing forces and energy in machines for the graduates who have had exposure to a wide range of
The Department of Construction Economics and Management diverse requirements of industry and the different interests systems and science, environmental visualisation, benefit of society. Whether the machine is a space subjects in both mechanical and electrical engineering
offers two three-year undergraduate degrees: BSc in of students can be accommodated through the selection of geodesy, photogrammetry, remote sensing and surveying. shuttle, steam turbine, a motor car or a robot-controlled and who are therefore prepared to tackle a broader
Construction Studies and BSc in Property Studies; and three specialisation courses in the final year of study. The Electrical Geomatics is a professional career for individuals who production line, a mechanical engineer would be range of industrial projects than a specialist mechanical
one-year Honours degrees: Quantity Surveying, Construction Engineering degree curriculum at UCT has been designed to have an aptitude for mathematics and applied sciences. involved in the design, manufacture and utilisation of engineer or specialist electrical engineer.
Management and Property Studies. be flexible. Electrical engineers can choose to follow a high such machines. The BSc (Eng) in Mechanical Engineering
technology career in research and development, or to follow The School of Architecture, Planning and Geomatics offers allows graduate employment opportunities in a wide The Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering degree
The BSc in Property Studies will give you a head start in a a career in operations and maintenance. Find out more at a four-year BSc in Geomatics which is recognised by the spectrum of engineering disciplines, as well as providing at UCT was designed to meet this need. Visit www.
challenging and rewarding career in the property industry. www.ee.uct.ac.za South African Geomatics Council. Graduates may choose the foundation for a career in specialist fields such mecheng.uct.ac.za for more information.
30 FACULTY OF ENGINEERING & THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT 31
Note: Mathematical Studies is not acceptable Note: Mathematical Studies is not acceptable
34 35
ABOUT THE FACULTY Physiotherapy makes use of physiologically-based and language learning, voice disorders, swallowing Visit www.health.uct.ac.za/fhs/departments/dhrs
movement techniques, massage, electrotherapy and disorders and stuttering. You may also treat people who
The Faculty offers undergraduate degrees in medicine and the following health and rehabilitation other physical means to prevent and treat injury and have disorders of speech and language after they have As an audiologist you may work at schools, community
sciences: Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Audiology, and Speech-Language Pathology. disease. This is a four-year degree programme. suffered strokes or because they have cerebral palsy. centres, hospitals and outpatient clinics or open your
A Higher Certificate in Disability Studies and an Advanced Diploma in Cosmetic Formulation Visit www.health.uct.ac.za/fhs/departments/dhrs own practice.
Science are also offered. When you obtain the BSc (Physiotherapy) degree, and
after you have completed a year’s community service, The degree programme takes four years to complete HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN DISABILITY
All these undergraduate programmes have fixed curricula. The degree programmes include you will be allowed by the Health Professions Council and is followed by a year of community service. On PRACTICE
extensive training at hospitals and clinics in and around Cape Town and in other relevant of South Africa to practise as a physiotherapist. You will completion of your community service, you will be The Higher Certificate in Disability Practice aims to train
community settings, which may include schools and informal settlements. help people of all ages who suffer from (for example) allowed by the Health Professions Council of South Africa home-based carers and school-leavers who have an
breathing and chest problems, cerebral palsy, strokes, (HPCSA) to practise as a speech-language therapist. interest in pursuing a career in the field of community-
fractured bones, stiff joints, sports injuries and painful based disability practice. Students learn foundational
WHAT WE OFFER necks and backs. As a speech-language therapist you may work at skills for disability prevention and care. The qualification
Visit www.health.uct.ac.za/fhs/departments/dhrs community centres, hospitals and outpatient clinics or provides students with the basic knowledge, cognitive
BACHELOR OF MEDICINE & BACHELOR OF SURGERY (MBCHB) open your own practice. Many speech therapists also and conceptual tools and practical techniques for
The MBChB programme takes six years to complete. After graduating with an MBChB degree and As a physiotherapist you may open your own practice, work in schools or provide rehabilitation programmes in application in the field of disability-inclusive community
completing two years’ internship and a year’s community service, you will be allowed by the or work at community centres, hospitals and outpatient people’s homes. development. The qualification signifies that the
Health Professions Council of South Africa to practise as a medical doctor. clinics. Many physiotherapists work in special schools for student has attained a basic level of higher educational
disabled children or provide rehabilitation programmes BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AUDIOLOGY knowledge and appropriate competencies in their role as
As a medical doctor you may work in a public or private hospital or in a community clinic, join in people’s homes for them to become as independent Audiologists assess people’s hearing, fit hearing aids, community development workers. The Higher Certificate
a doctor’s practice, open your own practice, or work in a variety of other settings. The MBChB as possible at home and in their communities. You may manage speech and language problems of people who includes theoretical and practical work-integrated
programme is offered by a range of Departments in the Faculty of Health Sciences. Visit the also choose to work and travel with sports teams to are hard of hearing or deaf, and deal with noise mea- learning components.
various departments’ sites at www.health.uct.ac.za/ treat injuries and advise on the fitness of members of surement and control.
the teams and on proper training to prevent common The curriculum for the Certificate extends over one year
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY injuries associated with a particular sport. The degree programme takes four years to complete and of full-time study.
The aim of Occupational Therapy is to help people overcome functional difficulties resulting is followed by a year of community service. On completion
from health-related problems and to develop their abilities, so that they may be independent BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN of your community service, you will be allowed by the The Certificate programme is offered only if there is a
and effective at home, at work and during their leisure time. This is a four-year degree programme. SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY Health Professions Council of South sufficient number of applicants.
Speech Language Therapists assess and treat Africa (HPCSA) to practise as an Visit www.dhrs.uct.ac.za/dhrs/divisions/disability/
When you obtain the BSc (Occupational Therapy) degree, and after completing a year’s people who have communication disorders, audiologist. undergraduate/requirements
community service, you will be allowed by the Health Professions Council of South Africa to such as problems with sound production
practise as an occupational therapist.
You will work with people of all ages whose lives have been complicated by sickness, trauma
and developmental delay, and who are struggling to cope with and adapt to their circumstances
or their environment. You may help them in their homes or in their places of work, as well as in The degree
Faculty of
clinics, schools and hospitals, or you may work in a private practice. programmes include
Visit www.health.uct.ac.za/fhs/departments/dhrs extensive training at hospitals
and clinics in and around
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PHYSIOTHERAPY Cape Town and in other
Health Sciences Physiotherapy aims to help people in the community to lead a healthy lifestyle, to prevent
illness or injury for those at risk, and to treat people who have been disabled or injured.
relevant community settings,
which may include schools
and informal settlements.
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES 37
ADMISSION TO PROGRAMMES IN THE FACULTY either within South Africa or abroad, you will be eligible for consideration only if you
have written examinations towards a national school-leaving examination (i.e. where all
The Faculty of Heath Sciences receives an exceptionally high volume of applications for school-leavers in the country concerned are required to write the same school-leaving
a limited number of places. Most of the applications are of very high standard and thus examinations - such as A/AS/O Level, GCSE/OL, NSSC and IB Diploma examinations) as
the competition for places is significant. Meeting the minimum criteria is no guarantee opposed to examinations at state level (such as those offered in some states in the USA).
for acceptance to study in your chosen programme. Exceptions may be considered on merit in the case of applicants who have obtained
tertiary-level qualifications.
ELIGIBILITY FOR CONSIDERATION FOR DEGREE PROGRAMMES
In addition to the above requirements, the following guidelines apply, with
To be eligible for consideration, you must have passed certain school-leaving exceptions being considered on individual merit:
subjects at specific minimum performance levels. You must: • If you are doing a foundation programme, you must have completed your foundation
• have obtained a minimum overall Admission Points Score (APS1); programme, unless you would in any event be eligible for consideration based
• have obtained minimum performance levels in the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs); on your NSC or other school-leaving examination results and your results in the NATIONAL BENCHMARK TESTS • Assessing your performance in the National Benchmark Tests;
• (if you have written the National Senior Certificate examinations) be eligible for National Benchmark Tests. • Comparing your overall performance to that of other applicants
admission to degree studies, or (if you have written a non-South African school- • If you are already registered for a similar health sciences programme at another All applicants must write some or all components of the NBTs, consisting of the Academic
leaving certificates) have matriculation exemption; university and you wish to transfer to UCT you will need to compete for admission and Quantitative Literacy Test (AQL) and Mathematics Test. NBT results contribute up to 300 NUMBER OF PLACES AVAILABLE IN EACH PROGRAMME
• be a citizen or permanent resident of South Africa or of a Southern African to the first year of the relevant programme. points towards your Faculty Points Score. Applicants applying for admission to MBChB and The limits on intake into first year of each of the under-graduate programmes in
Development Community (SADC) country that does not have a health sciences • If you have been refused re-admission by any Faculty at UCT or another tertiary Physiotherapy need to have NBT results that are in the Intermediate or Proficient bands. Health Sciences are expected to be:
faculty or whose health sciences faculties do not offer the health sciences institution you are not generally eligible for consideration. Applicants to Audiology, Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy who did Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB): 235
programme you wish to study2 3. Mathematical Literacy are advised to not write NBT Mathematics. Their applications will Bachelor of Science in Audiology: 35
ELIGIBILITY FOR CONSIDERATION FOR HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN be considered individually, on merit. Applicants to the Higher Certificate in Disability Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy: 65
Further eligibility requirements for the Faculty of Health Sciences: DISABILITY PRACTICE Practice need to write only the Academic and Quantitative Literacy components of the Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy: 65
• The University welcomes applications from applicants with special needs. However, NBTs. Applicants to the Advanced Diploma in Cosmetic Formulation Science need not Bachelor of Science in Speech-Language Pathology: 38
there are some disabilities that would prevent someone from completing a particular To be eligible for consideration to the Higher Certificate all applicants must: write the NBTs. Higher Certificate in Disability Practice: 30
health sciences curriculum (for example, someone who is deaf may not be able to • have obtained a National Senior Certificate or an approved HEQSF-level 4 (school- Advanced Diploma in Cosmetic Formulation Science 10
hear a heartbeat through a stethoscope). For this reason, applicants with disabilities leaving) qualification;
are urged to communicate with the Faculty, via the University’s Disability Service, • show evidence of proficiency in English in the Academic and Quantitative Literacy HOW WE CALCULATE YOUR FACULTY POINTS SCORE (FPS) FOR THE
to establish whether this would apply to them. The Faculty reserves the right to components of the National Benchmark Tests. DEGREE PROGRAMMES APPLICANT CATEGORIES, DEAN’S DISCRETIONARY PLACES
require an applicant (or an admitted student) to undergo a professional assessment AND THE SELECTION PROCESS
to determine the extent and likely impact of a disability on his or her ability to meet ELIGIBILITY FOR CONSIDERATION FOR THE ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN The following are added if you are an NSC candidate:
the requirements of the curriculum, including such practical training and practice as COSMETIC FORMULATION SCIENCE • Points (percentage) out of 100 for each of English, Mathematics and Physical Sciences; Applicants compete in selection categories as follows:
is required in the health sciences discipline concerned. The University reserves the • Points out of 100 for each of your next three best subjects excluding Life Orientation • South African school leavers
right to withdraw an offer to an applicant or cancel the registration of a student who To be considered for the programme, students must have obtained: • An additional 10 points if you have passed a third official South African language at • SADC applicants (international applicants)
has failed to declare a disability that is found to be such as to make it impossible • a BSc or equivalent with Chemistry 3 Home or First Additional Language Level • Applicants with tertiary results from UCT or other institutions
for him or her to meet the curriculum requirements in the health sciences discipline • or a degree with Biochemistry 3 (students with Biochemistry 3 need to have at least • Points out of 300 for the National Benchmark Tests.
concerned. Chemistry 2 to be eligible for admission) • This gives you a total FPS out of 900 The Dean may also allocate (within the intake targets) a small number of discretionary
• or a partially completed/ non-degree with Chemistry 2 and relevant work experience We do not score Advanced Programme Mathematics or Advanced Programme English since places, on merit, to (for example) the following categories of applicants:
If you are a South African citizen who has written a non-NSC school-leaving examination, Offers in this program are made subject to availability of space. these are not approved NSC subjects. • Repeat applicants who meet the prescribed minimum criteria
• Applicants with disabilities
1
Note: The Admissions Point Score (APS) is the total of the percentages of your six school subjects. If you take a non-South African school-leaving examination, we will consider
2
If you are from a non-SADC country in Africa with an approved Occupational Therapy diploma and have practised as an occupational therapist for more than two years you may be considered on merit, provided that your NBT scores your application by: Applications are considered on a continual basis from the time that the Faculty receives
fall in the Intermediate or Proficient range. We admit a maximum of two applicants in this category annually.
3
• Assessing your academic performance, using the rating tables on page 14 where the first NBT results and applicants have uploaded at least one set of provisional school
The Faculty will consider the immediate family members of permanently appointed UCT staff members who are not South African citizens or permanent residents or eligible SADC applicants, and who have applied for permanent
residency but whose permanent residency has not yet been approved at the time of application, provided they are competitive in the “open competition” category. possible; results (Grade 11 final or Grade 12 Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3 results).
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CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS FOR DEGREE PROGRAMS WRITING NSC EXAMINATIONS
NOTE: NBT = National Benchmark Tests (results published in Proficient, Intermediate and Basic ranges; score out of 300)
Conditional Offers • Minimum subject requirements and performance
In the case of school-leavers, conditional offers are first made to levels to be considered for admission: BACHELOR OF MEDICINE AND BACHELOR OF SURGERY- MBCHB BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
applicants with very competitive results. The condition on which early • MBCHB: Mathematics, Physical Sciences, as well as
ELIGIBLE BANDS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ELIGIBLE BANDS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
offers are made is that applicants maintain or improve, in their final English (Home or First Additional Language) at 60% or
examinations, their best level of performance to date, at the time that above; and at least 50% for the next three best subjects Guaranteed admission Guaranteed admission
Band A
792 FPS or above 730 FPS or above
the offer was made (Should applicants not meet the conditions in their excluding Life Orientation. NBT results in Intermediate All applicants FPS
All applicants Band A Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
final examinations, their conditional offer may be revoked). range. Subminimum APS of 450. NBT scores of Proficient for AL, QL and Mathematics FPS NBT scores of Intermediate** for AL, QL and Mathematics (applicants taking
• BSC PHYSIOTHERAPY: At least 50% for all subjects, which Mathematical Literacy are exempted from the NBT Mathematics Test)
Applicants who do not secure early conditional offers are reconsidered must include Mathematics, plus Physical Sciences or Life Probable admission
Band B 807 WPS or above Probable admission
when the final school results are received. The cut-off points for Sciences, plus English (Home or First Additional Language), All applicants 782 WPS or above
WPS Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
offers may then be dropped until the class is filled. A similar process and the next three best subjects excluding Life Orientation. NBT scores of Intermediate for AL, QL and Mathematics All applicants Band B Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
WPS NBT scores of Intermediate** for AL, QL and Mathematics (applicants taking
of conditional offers applies to applicants with non-South African or Subminimum APS of 360. NBT results in Intermediate range.
Mathematical Literacy are exempted from the NBT Mathematics Test)
tertiary results. • FOR BSC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY, BSC AUDIOLOGY AND Only SA Possible admission
BSC SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY: At least 50% for all applicants Band C 644 FPS or above SA applicants in redress Possible admission
in redress FPS Meet Minimum Subject Requirements categories 1 and 2. (If the
Applicants with tertiary results, as well as international applicants, are subjects, which must include Physical Sciences or Life 565 FPS for redress 1, 580 FPS for redress 2
categories 1 and 2 NBT scores of Intermediate for AL, QL and Mathematics Faculty is unable to meet Band C 670 FPS for redress 3 and 4
usually considered simultaneously, soon after the closing date. Very Sciences, Mathematics (or 70% for Mathematical its target for redress 3 and
4 applicants, it may make FPS Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
few offers are made to international (SADC) applicants, particularly Literacy) and 50% for English (Home or offers to such applicants in NBT scores of Intermediate** for AL, QL and Mathematics (applicants taking
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN PHYSIOTHERAPY
for programmes where competition amongst South African applicants First Additional Language); plus 50% Band C as well.) Mathematical Literacy are exempted from the NBT Mathematics Test)
is high. (All SADC countries now offer medicine, so SADC applicants for the next three best subjects ELIGIBLE BANDS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Note: *Applicants with Mathematical Literacy will be considered on an individual basis.
are no longer considered for admission to MBChB.) Applicants busy excluding Life Orientation. Guaranteed admission **Applicants with any NBT result in the Basic range may also be considered on an individual basis. However, applicants who
with tertiary studies who have not secured an early offer will be Subminimum APS of 340. Band A 730 FPS or above take Mathematical Literacy will not be considered if they have any NBT result in the Basic range.
All applicants
FPS Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
reconsidered in January of the year of admission, once final year-end NBT results in Intermediate NBT scores of Intermediate for AL, QL and Mathematics
results are available. range. (Applicants taking BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN AUDIOLOGY
Mathematical Literacy Band B Probable admission
WPS 797 WPS or above ELIGIBLE BANDS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
will be considered All applicants
Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR individually, on merit. NBT scores of Intermediate for AL, QL and Mathematics Guaranteed admission
720 FPS or above
A Mathematics NBT Band A
APPLICANTS HOLDING THE NATIONAL equivalence score
SA applicants in redress
categories 1 and 2. (If the
Possible admission All applicants
FPS
Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
580 FPS or above for redress 1 NBT scores of Intermediate** for AL, QL and Mathematics (applicants taking
SENIOR CERTIFICATE will be calculated for Faculty is unable to meet its Band C
610 FPS or above for redress 2 Mathematical Literacy are exempted from the NBT Mathematics Test)
target for redress 3 and 4 ap- FPS
Mathematical Literacy plicants, it may make offers 680 FPS or above for redress 3 and 4
Meet Minimum Subject Requirements Probable admission
PLEASE NOTE: All degrees within Health Sciences applicants using the to such applicants in
NBT scores of Intermediate for AL, QL and Mathematics
Band C as well.) 710 WPS or above
• APS = NSC score (score out of 600). The APS is worked out as following formula: NBT All applicants
Band B
Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
follows: percentages of three required subjects plus percentages Quantitative Literacy WPS
NBT scores of Intermediate** for AL, QL and Mathematics (applicants taking
of next three best subjects excluding Life Orientation. score minus 20 points Mathematical Literacy are exempted from the NBT Mathematics Test)
• NBT = National Benchmark Tests (score out of 300). The results are = NBT Mathematics SA applicants in redress Possible admission
published in Proficient/Intermediate /Basic ranges. result). Applicants who obtained categories 1 and 2. (If the 550 FPS for redress 1, 565 FPS for redress 2
Faculty is unable to meet
• FPS = Faculty Points Score (score out of 900). This consists of NSC NBT results in the Basic range will also be its target for redress 3 and
Band C 610 FPS for redress 3 and 4
score plus NBT score. considered individually. 4 applicants, it may make FPS Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
offers to such applicants in NBT scores of Intermediate** for AL, QL and Mathematics (applicants taking
• WPS - Weighted Points Score (score out of 1080). The WPS is Band C as well.) Mathematical Literacy are exempted from the NBT Mathematics Test)
used in Band B only and consists of your FPS weighted by your
disadvantage factor (see the section on the general Admissions Note: *Applicants with Mathematical Literacy will be considered on an individual basis.
**Applicants with any NBT result in the Basic range may also be considered on an individual basis. However, applicants
Policy for an explanation of the disadvantage factors). who take Mathematical Literacy will not be considered if they have any NBT result in the Basic range.
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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS FOR DEGREE PROGRAMS
ELIGIBLE BANDS ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS WRITING INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL-LEAVING DEFFERED ADMISSION OR “GAP YEAR”
CERTIFICATES
Guaranteed admission Applicants who are offered a place and wish to take a gap year may have their offers
715 FPS or above A table is used to convert non-NSC results to a comparable score, where possible – see
All applicants
Band A
Meet Minimum Subject Requirements
deferred to the following year on request. However, a gap year is understood to be a
FPS Admission Points Table for A, AS, IGCSE and IB Diplomas on page 14 of this Prospectus. Please
NBT scores of Intermediate** for AL, QL and Mathematics (applicants taking year in which the applicant does not register for formal tertiary studies. An applicant who
note, applicants require six different eligible subjects in order to apply. Please note that the
Mathematical Literacy are exempted from the NBT Mathematics Test) defers their offer and registers for tertiary studies, at this or another institution, must
subjects and points scores where specified below, are the minimum entrance requirements and
reapply formally as a transferring undergraduate applicant for admission in the following
Probable admission admission year.
670 WPS or above Advanced (A) Level Advanced (A) Level
Band B
All applicants Meet Minimum Subject Requirements 45 points plus NBT in the Higher Intermediate range
WPS 48 points plus NBT score in the Proficient range
NBT scores of Intermediate** for AL, QL and Mathematics (applicants taking
Mathematical Literacy are exempted from the NBT Mathematics Test)
At least a C symbol in two A Level subjects (including Mathematics PLUS Physics or Chemistry) At least a D symbol in two A level subjects (A level subjects must include Mathematics or
Physics or Chemistry or Biology); plus
TERTIARY APPLICANTS
and a B in the remaining subject (Physics or Chemistry) and in English,
At least a C at AS level or IGCSE Level in Physics or Chemistry or Mathematics or Biology, if
both of which may be at AS or IGCSE Level. these were not taken at A level; plus
SA applicants in The Faculty of Heath Sciences receives an exceptionally high volume of applications for
redress categories 1 Possible admission At least a C in English, which may be at AS or IGCSE Level.
510 FPS for redress 1 Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level a limited number of tertiary places. Most of the applications are of an exceptionally high
and 2. (If the Faculty
515 FPS for redress 2 48 points plus NBT score in the Proficient range Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level
is unable to meet its
Band C standard and thus the competition for places is significant. Meeting the minimum criteria
target for redress 3 and 600 FPS for redress 3 and 4 AS and IGCSE level subject requirements: At least B in four AS level subjects (including BSC 45 points plus NBT in the Higher Intermediate range
4 applicants, it may FPS Mathematics and Physics and Chemistry), and a B symbol in English, which may be at IGCSE/ At least a C in four AS level subjects, of which two must be Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry
is no guarantee for acceptance to study in your chosen programme.
Meet Minimum Subject Requirements OCCUPATIONAL
make offers to such NBT scores of Intermediate** for AL, QL and Mathematics (applicants taking MBChB Ordinary Level. (Biology may be substituted for Physics and Chemistry)
applicants in Band C THERAPY
Mathematical Literacy are exempted from the NBT Mathematics Test) At least a C in English, which may be at IGCSE level. If Mathematics is taken at IGCSE Level, a Eligibility
as well.) International Baccalaureate C is required.
48 points plus NBT score in the Proficient range Applicants who are already studying towards tertiary qualifications or who have obtained
Note: *Applicants with Mathematical Literacy will be considered on an individual basis. At least grade 5 in three Higher level subjects, two of which must be Mathematics and/or International Baccalaureate such qualifications must:
**Applicants with any NBT result in the Basic range may also be considered on an individual basis. However, applicants Chemistry and/or Physics and/or English 45 points plus NBT in the Higher Intermediate range • meet the school subject requirements and minimum performance levels outlined
who take Mathematical Literacy will not be considered if they have any NBT result in the Basic range. At least grade 5 in three Higher level subjects, two of which must be Mathematics and/or
At least grade 5 in the remaining two subjects (Physics or Chemistry or Mathematics or English Chemistry and/or Physics and/or English. (Biology may be substituted for Physics and Chemistry). above
not taken at Higher level), which may be at Standard level. • not have failed any courses at tertiary level
At least grade 4 in the remaining two subjects (Physics or Chemistry or Mathematics or English),
CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS FOR OTHER PROGRAMS Mathematical Studies is not acceptable.
IB applicants need to be in possession of the IB Diploma, not the Certificate. which may be at Standard level. (Biology may be substituted for Physics and Chemistry.) • meet minimum GPA requirements.
WRITING NSC EXAMINATIONS If Mathematics is at standard level, Physics and Chemistry or Biology must be at Higher level. For more detailed information on minimum selection criteria, please download additional
information available on the Faculty of Health Sciences website www.health.uct.ac.za/
Admission criteria for the Higher Certificate in Disability Practice or the Advanced Diploma Advanced (A) Level Advanced (A) Level
in Cosmetic Formulation Science are not expressed in terms of bands. See page 36. 43 points plus NBT in the Higher Intermediate range 38 points plus NBT in the Higher Intermediate range
At least a C symbol in two A level subjects (A level subjects At least a D symbol in two A level subjects (A level subjects must include Mathematics or
must include Mathematics or Physics or Chemistry or Biology); plus Physics or Chemistry or Biology); plus ADMISSION DIRECT TO SECOND YEAR MBCHB
HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN DISABILITY PRACTICE At least a C at AS Level or IGCSE level in Physics or Chemistry or
Mathematics or Biology, if these were not taken at A level; plus
At least a C at AS level or IGCSE Level in Physics or Chemistry or Mathematics or Biology, OF TERTIARY APPLICANTS MEETING SPECIFIC
if these were not taken at A level; plus
At least a C in English, which may be at AS or IGCSE level. At least a C in English, which may be at AS or IGCSE Level. REQUIREMENTS
An NSC or equivalent (no specific school subject requirements). Applicants may be asked
to respond to questions about their prior involvement with disabled people, and their Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level BSC AUDIOLOGY Advanced Subsidiary (AS) Level
43 points plus NBT in the Higher Intermediate range 38 points plus NBT in the Higher Intermediate range A small number of graduates who have completed either an approved undergraduate or
motivation for studying this programme. BSC AND BSC
At least a C in four AS Level subjects, of which two must be Mathematics, Physics, or SPEECH- At least a C in four AS level subjects, of which two must be Mathematics, Physics, or Chemistry postgraduate degree, may be offered a place in second year provided a) there is class
PHYSIOTHERAPY Chemistry (Biology may be substituted for Physics and Chemistry)
LANGUAGE (Biology may be substituted for Physics and Chemistry) capacity and b) that they have:
At least a C in English, which may be at IGCSE Level. If Mathematics is taken at IGCSE Level, At least a C in English, which may be at IGCSE level. If Mathematics is taken at IGCSE Level,
a C is also required. PATHOLOGY • met the school subject requirements and minimum performance levels
a C is required.
• not have failed any courses at tertiary level
International Baccalaureate International Baccalaureate
43 points plus NBT score of 202 / 300 (Proficient / Intermediate ranges). 38 points plus NBT in the Higher Intermediate range • met minimum GPA requirements.
At least grade 4 in three Higher level subjects, two of which must be Mathematics and/or At least grade 5 in three Higher level subjects, two of which must be Mathematics and/or
Chemistry and/or Physics and/or English. (Biology may be substituted for Physics and Chemistry). Chemistry and/or Physics and/or English. (Biology may be substituted for Physics and Chemistry). Further minimum requirements and details are available on request from the faculty
At least grade 4 in the remaining two subjects (Physics or Chemistry or Mathematics or English), At least grade 4 in the remaining two subjects (Physics or Chemistry or Mathematics or English), admissions office (fhs-ug-admiss@uct.ac.za)
which may be at Standard level. (Biology may be substituted for Physics and Chemistry.) which may be at Standard level. (Biology may be substituted for Physics and Chemistry.)
If Mathematics is at standard level, Physics and Chemistry or Biology must be at Higher level. If Mathematics is at standard level, Physics and Chemistry or Biology must be at Higher level.
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WHAT WE OFFER
HUMANITIES UNDERGRADUATE QUALIFICATIONS ARTS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES DEGREES
The Faculty of Humanities offers undergraduate students a wide variety of There are two types of degree curricula leading to a Bachelor of Arts degree or a Bachelor of
academic courses, diploma, degree and advanced diploma options. The three Social Science degree: a general degree and degrees with structured curricula.
categories of qualifications on offer to our undergraduates are set out in the
following table.
MAJORS OFFERED BY
BACHELOR OF BACHELOR OF SOCIAL
QUALIFICATION NQF EXIT DEPARTMENTS NOT ESTABLISHED
QUALIFICATION ARTS MAJORS SCIENCE MAJORS
TYPE LEVEL IN THE FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
Higher Certificate in Adult and Community Afrikaans African Studies Applied Mathematics
Education and Training African Languages & Literatures Anthropology Applied Statistics
Advanced
Advanced Certificate (Foundation Phase Teaching) Arabic Language & Literature Economics Archaeology
Certificates 6
Advanced Certificate in Intermediate Art History and Discourse of Art Gender Studies Astrophysics
(AC)
Phase Teaching Business French Industrial Sociology Biochemistry
Faculty of
Advanced Certificate in Senior Phase Teaching Chinese Studies Philosophy Biology
Classical Studies Politics and Governance Chemistry
Diplomas Diploma in Music Performance English Psychology Computer Science
6
(Dip) Diploma in Theatre & Performance Film & Television Studies Religious Studies Environmental & Geographical
Humanities
French Social Development Science
Advanced Diploma in Music German Sociology Genetics
Advanced Diploma in Opera Hebrew Language & Literature Geology
Advanced Advanced Diploma in Theatre History Human Physiology
Diplomas Advanced Diploma in Adult and Community 7 Italian Informatics
(AdvDip) Education & Training Linguistics Law (see entry on page 48)
Advanced Diploma in School Leadership Media & Writing Marine Biology
& Management Music Mathematics
Portuguese Mathematical Statistics
ABOUT THE FACULTY Spanish Ocean and Atmosphere Science
The Faculty of Humanities attracts students and academics from Bachelor of Arts
Theatre & Dance Studies Organisational Psychology
Bachelor of Social Science
The Faculty of Humanities is home to more than 6000 across the globe and we are the most popular destination for 7 Xhosa Communication Physics
Bachelor of Social Science in
undergraduate and postgraduate students. The Faculty is Semester Study Abroad students. This means that our students Quantitative Biology
Philosophy, Politics and Economics
comprised of 15 academic departments located in three main are exposed to a rich diversity of knowledge, experience and Bachelors
clusters: best practice. Degrees
Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art
• The Arts: the languages, history, linguistics, film and media Bachelor of Arts in Theatre & Performance
8
studies, and art history and discourse of art Did you know that a Humanities qualification prepares you for Bachelor of Music
• The Social Sciences: African studies, anthropology, gender a multitude of career paths in the public sector, the corporate Bachelor of Social Work
studies, sociology, religious studies, education, social work workplace and in academia? Our graduates are sought-after in the
and social development, politics, economics, psychology local and international job markets. This is because Humanities
and philosophy academic courses foster flexibility, imagination, social sensitivity,
• The Performing and Creative Arts: fine art, music, dance and language competence, critical thinking, analytical reasoning and
theatre. the capacity to solve complex societal problems.
Each of our academic departments offers a wide selection of Humanities undergraduate qualifications have vocational
courses and disciplines, giving students more freedom of choice outcomes, applied and policy content and lead to advanced
in tailoring their academic experience. postgraduate study as well as to a variety of exciting careers.
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which augment their semester subject courses in both • Bachelor of Arts specialising in Film and Media Applicants may be required to attend an admissions
their first and second year of study. Production (BA) interview and demonstrate successfully that they will
• Bachelor of Music specialisations are listed with the meet the professional requirements of the South African
As additional academic support is not available in Performing and Creative Arts degrees Council for Social Service Professions. (Details on
Economics, Law or majors offered by the Faculty of government-funded study bursaries are available from
Science (with the exception of Environmental and * Further details on these degrees can be found in the national Department of Social Development)
Geographical Science), students registered for the the section ‘Structured degrees and diplomas in the
extended programmes of study will not be able to pursue performing and creative arts’ in the tables outlining the + Since first-year Psychology is a compulsory course
majors in these subjects. Similar extended programmes admissions requirements on pages 50 - 52. in the Social Work degree, all students accepted for
of study are available in the Performing and Creative the Social Work degree will be accepted to first-year
Arts academic cluster. BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE IN Psychology courses. Depending on achievement against
PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS AND ECONOMICS the admission criteria, some students may receive
This classic combination of Philosophy, Politics and additional tutorial support in courses which augment
DEGREES WITH STRUCTURED Economics (PPE) involves an academically rigorous the Psychology subject semester courses. Admission to
grounding in all of these closely connected subjects, as elective senior Psychology courses is subject to meeting
CURRICULA well as the opportunity to specialise in at least one of course-specific admission requirements.
them. Students not only follow a curriculum designed
TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING FOR GENERAL DEGREES Structured degrees are special combinations of in consultation with all three participating academic BACHELOR OF ARTS SPECIALISING IN
disciplines and courses, which have been designed FILM AND MEDIA PRODUCTION
THE GENERAL DEGREE: to provide you with a particular knowledge and skills
disciplines, but also have the opportunity to participate
The majority of students in the Faculty register for one of the three-year general degrees. The Bachelor of Arts in an annual PPE Humanities Colloquium and essay www.cfms.uct.ac.za
base. Every structured degree is made up of specific,
We accept you for the degree, not for specific majors. (BA) and Bachelor of Social Science (BSocSc) degrees offer a flexible structure in which students can choose their
prescribed courses for each year of study, and every year
competition. After the PPE, depending on the courses This specialisation seeks to develop a range of practical,
• Most of the majors have no additional entrance requirements own courses from a wide selection, following certain rules over the three or four years of the degree, and ending of study builds on the knowledge and skills developed they have chosen, students may study for Honours theoretical, historical, and analytical skills in the areas of
and are open to all general degree students: you may up with a specialisation in two or more subjects. These specialisations are known as course majors. during the previous year. With the exception of the degrees in any of the three fields or in PPE. film, media, and visual studies. Students initially register
automatically register for the courses in your chosen major BSocSc in Philosophy, Politics and Economics (which for a BA degree with majors in Film and Television
once you have been accepted provided they do not have The full list of available Arts and Social Science majors is set out in the above table. Humanities students may takes a minimum of three years), all structured degrees Graduates of the PPE have followed many careers, Studies and Media & Writing.
additional requirements. select courses from other faculties as a second major, but must have at least one major offered by departments extend over four years. including work in commerce, government and non-
• The main exceptions are Law, Economics and Psychology established in the Faculty of Humanities. governmental organisations. For the first eighteen months of studies, all students take
and all majors housed in the Faculty of Science, which do Structured degrees in the Humanities the same core courses, regardless of whether they are
have additional entrance requirements, which you would While the general degrees allow freedom of choice, students must nevertheless comply with certain minimum • Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art (BA FA) * BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK+ intending to follow a general degree with double majors
have to fulfil before being allowed to take those courses. requirements. The curriculum must include at least two majors with 20 semester courses, of which at least ten • Bachelor of Arts in Theatre & Performance (BA T&P) * www.socialdevelopment.uct.ac.za in Film and Television Studies and Media & Writing, or
• Because most of the majors are open to any BA or BSocSc must be senior courses and 12 must be Humanities courses. In addition, the following combinations of majors • Bachelor of Music (BMus) * Social Workers interact with individuals, families, groups whether they are hoping to follow the structured curriculum
students, we do not ask you to specify them when you apply; are not offered: French and Business French, and Sociology and Industrial Sociology. • Bachelor of Social Science in Philosophy, Politics and and communities in life-skills training, adult education, specialisation in Film and Media Production (FMP).
we wish to know only if you are interested in Economics, Economics (BSocSc PPE) economic empowerment and various prevention
Psychology or Music and all other majors you can specify Extended Programmes of Study • Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) programmes. Social Work also entails social research, As formal acceptance for the FMP specialisation only
when you register. You are very likely to change your mind The extended programmes of study are offered to South African applicants who show the potential to succeed the analysis and formulation of social policies and occurs in the second semester of the second year,
about which majors you wish to take after you have submitted with additional academic support. Applicants are considered on the basis of their performance in the NBTs, FPS General degrees with specialisations offered in the management of social service programmes. This students are initially accepted and registered for the
your application, after you receive more information during and on their educational background. The extended programme of study leads to a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor the Humanities qualification enables students to register as professional general Bachelor of Arts degree. Selection criteria are
Orientation and even during your first year of study. This is of Social Science degree but is structured over four years. The Faculty also offers a number of specialisations. These social workers with the South African Council for Social explained during the first year of study. Students would
not a problem: the general degree is designed to be flexible are general degrees which offer specialised curricula in Service Professions. Successful applicants may be be expected to work in media on campus and to find
and allow you to try subjects out and change your mind Students registered for the extended programmes of study receive additional academic support through two particular subject areas or disciplines, and which may eligible for funding to assist with their studies (details are internships in the media industry should they be selected
about which majors you wish to follow. introductory Humanities courses in their first year. They also receive additional tutorial support through courses have additional admission requirements. available from the Department of Social Development). for the Film and Media Production specialisation.
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STRUCTURED DEGREES AND where an applicant shows exceptional talent in a general degree curriculum. Auditions are not required Music the professional world of music as performers, teachers, ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN MUSIC
DIPLOMAS IN THE PERFORMING the audition. Please refer to the specific admission to register for these courses. www.sacm.uct.ac.za composers, researchers and audio technologists. This qualification is offered to graduates of the Diploma
requirements in the tables on pages 50 - 52. The following qualifications are offered: in Music Performance. Admission is subject to satisfactory
AND CREATIVE ARTS Fine art • Bachelor of Music (BMus) - 4 years BACHELOR OF MUSIC performance in the Diploma as well as an audition.
Theatre www.michaelis.uct.ac.za • Bachelor of Music (BMus) following an extended This degree is offered in the following subject focus or It further develops skills taught in the Diploma and
Undergraduate degrees and diplomas in this field www.drama.uct.ac.za The qualification is offered as: programme of study - 5 years streams: General, Performance, Music Technology and provides a foundation for those wishing to progress to
include qualifications in Dance, Theatre, Fine Art and The following qualifications are offered: • Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art (BA FA) – 4 years • Advanced Diploma in Music (AdvDip Music) - 1 year Composition. the Postgraduate Diploma in Music (PGDip Music).
Music. Admission to the performing and creative • Bachelor of Arts in Theatre & Performance (BA T&P) • Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art (BA FA) following an • Advanced Diploma in Opera (AdvDip Opera) - 1 year
arts degrees is highly competitive. Applicants in – 4 years extended programme of study – 5 years • Diploma in Music Performance (DMP) - 3 years The Faculty also offers an extended programme of ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN OPERA
Music, Dance or Theatre will be required to perform • Diploma in Theatre & Performance (DTP) – 3 years • Diploma in Music Performance (DMP) following an study to accommodate talented applicants who do not This qualification is offered to graduates of the Diploma
satisfactorily in an audition, and applicants for the Fine • Advanced Diploma in Theatre (AdvDip Theatre) The BA (Fine Art) is a four-year degree that offers extended programme of study - 4 years have the required music qualifications. Please refer to in Music Performance specialising in Opera. Admission
Art degree are required to complete a supplementary – 1 year specialist and interdisciplinary training in all aspects the specific admission requirements in the tables on is subject to satisfactory performance in the Diploma
application questionnaire (part of the application of visual art. The Michaelis School of Fine Art has well- Please refer to the specific admission requirements in ages 50 - 52. The extended programme is taken over an as well as an audition. It further develops skills taught
booklet, and downloadable from the online application These qualifications are intended for those who wish equipped studios offering photography, new media, the tables on pages 50 - 52. Applicants who do not meet additional year with the first year of study offering an in the Diploma and provides a foundation for those
screens) as well as submit a portfolio of work for to work professionally in the theatre as performers, painting, print media, sculpture and curatorship. The the minimum requirements for music theory, but who intensive programme preparing students for first year wishing to progress to the Postgraduate Diploma in Music
consideration. As long as the FPS and NBT scores meet makers, designers, teachers, and facilitators or as degree also equips students with the critical and perform exceptionally in the audition, may be considered classes. On successful completion of the foundation year, (PGDip Music).
the minimum requirements for admission, the leading academics and researchers. An audition is theoretical skills necessary for the context-specific for admission to an extended programme of study. The students proceed to the substantive curriculum of the
indicator for admission is performance in the audition/ required for admission. The Head understanding of contemporary art practice. The degree South African College of Music offers training in the entire Bachelor of Music. In addition to the general Bachelor DIPLOMA IN MUSIC PERFORMANCE
portfolio submission, and places are awarded on merit. of the Centre for Theatre, Dance is designed to enable students to develop as artists at a range of orchestral instruments, piano, organ, voice, of Music, students can pursue the following curriculum This qualification offers a similar practical curriculum to
and Performance Studies may level of best practice. African percussion and jazz. The College boasts several specialisations or streams. that of the Bachelor of Music but excludes some of the
Dance motivate for consideration string, wind, jazz and percussion ensembles, as well as academic subjects prescribed for the degree programme
www.dance.uct.ac.za of other qualifications or Studio work practical concentrations offered are: choirs, a symphony orchestra and the Jazz Big Band. In BACHELOR OF MUSIC STREAMS and is of three years’ duration only. It is designed to
The following qualifications are offered: experience in lieu of the painting, sculpture, photography, printmedia and new addition, the Opera School annually presents a season of African Music Performance prepare students for careers in particular practical
• Bachelor of Arts in Theatre & NBT requirement where an media. In the fourth year of study, students follow opera performances. General curriculum specialisations or streams. The Faculty also
Performance (BA T&P) – 4 years applicant shows exceptional individual study streams that have been chosen in Jazz Studies offers an extended programme of study to accommodate
• Diploma in Theatre & Performance talent in the audition. Please consultation with members of the teaching staff. All students are required either to play in the orchestras Music Technology talented applicants who do not have the required music
(DTP) – 3 years refer to the specific Students are expected to produce a body of work to a or ensembles, or sing in the choirs, at the discretion Opera qualifications. Please refer to the specific admission
admission requirements professional standard in their final year. of the Director of the College of Music. Students who Western Classical Composition requirements in the tables on ages 50 - 52.
These qualifications are designed to cater in the tables on pages complete diploma or degree courses are ready to enter Western Classical Performance
equally for aspirant professional dancers, 50 - 52. The Faculty offers an extended programme of study in
choreographers, designers, dance teachers Fine Art, with an extended curriculum and additional
and academics. An audition is required for Students in the general support, to accommodate those applicants with talent
admission. The Head of the Centre for Theatre, Bachelor of Arts degree and potential to succeed academically who do not meet
Dance and Performance Studies may motivate may choose to study the minimum admission requirements for the BA (Fine
for consideration of other qualifications or Theatre and Dance Studies Art) degree. In such cases, an additional letter
experience in lieu of the NBT requirement academic courses as part of of motivation may be requested. This
programme is
structured over
five years.
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The extended programme is taken over an additional study particularly for adult learners who have practice to develop a new role or practice to support teaching and
MAJORS WITH QUANTITATIVE APPLICANTS TRANSFERRING is not included in the points calculation. Applicants with
year with the first year of study offering an intensive experience within the non-formal sector or CLC but who learning in ACET. REQUIREMENTS FROM ANOTHER HIGHER an international or non-NSC school-leaving qualification
programme preparing students for first year classes. On may not have all the requirements to enter a learning EDUCATION INSTITUTION are considered on an individual basis. Details of the
successful completion of the foundation year, students programme. Alternative admission is done through The qualification aims are to offer intellectual enrichment Admission to major subjects with a strong quantitative minimum admission criteria, and how to calculate your
proceed to the substantive curriculum of the Diploma in Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), which was introduced in Adult Learning Theory and Practice and Policy & component in the curriculum carry additional entrance The Faculty of Humanities has a limited number of places Admission Point Score (APS), can be found in the table
Music Performance. The Diploma in Music Performance is in 1994 as a formal process, particularly for people who Development towards Social Change and to offer an requirements. To pursue courses with quantitative for those applicants who wish to transfer from another on page 14.
available in the following five curriculum specialisations fall short of entry qualifications but have the necessary intensive focus on two applied specialisms namely requirements as part of the curriculum, applicants institution. These places are reserved for students who
or streams. experience and knowledge to enter a programme. Curriculum Studies and Design and Leadership and must meet subject-specific requirements in either NSC have not been excluded from the other institution and
Management of an educational project. Mathematics (or equivalent). NSC Mathematical Literacy have achieved a high average. Normally, an average of at NATIONAL BENCHMARK TESTS
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC PERFORMANCE Higher Certificate in Adult and Community or specified achievement in the Quantitate Literacy (QL) least 65% across a full load of courses is required with
STREAMS Education and Training (ACET) NQF level 5 Law component of the NBT may be considered in lieu of NSC offers typically made at 70% and above. The admission
(NBTS)
African Music The Higher Certificate is an access and introductory www.law.uct.ac.za Mathematics for some subjects. decision is based on both the FPS and the tertiary record. Applicants to the Faculty of Humanities need only write
Jazz Studies qualification to the study of ACET in a higher education Students may pursue a BA/BSocSc with a major in Law Further advice for applicants in this category can be the Academic & Quantitative Literacy test and not the
Opera institution and training context. This is an entry level from their second year of study. To gain admission to the Economics found on the Faculty website: http://www.humanities.uct. Mathematics test unless they intend to take courses in
Western Classical qualification which is intended to provide learners with Law major of the general BA/BSocSc degrees, candidates www.commerce.uct.ac.za/Economics ac.za/hum/apply/undergraduate/transtudents Mathematics. The NBT scores are used to complement the
World Music basic introductory knowledge, cognitive and conceptual must have performed well enough in their school- Students require NSC results of at least 60% in Faculty Point Score (FPS) in making admissions decisions.
tools and practical techniques to enable further study leaving examinations and the NBT to gain admission to Mathematics for admission to the Economics major. The Admission requirements and the calculation of As the NBT assesses entry-level academic proficiency,
Education in ACET. the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) OR must have passed all the equivalent Cambridge results are at least a B at AS-level points an applicant with a Lower Intermediate or Basic score
www.education.uct.ac.za courses from their first year of study at the first sitting or D at A-level. For applicants writing the National Senior Certificate, on the Academic Literacy (AL) portion of the NBT will
The School of Education is located within the Faculty of This qualification is underpinned by the values of and have achieved an average of at least 65% in a consult page 12. for information on the calculation of not normally be considered for admission to degree
Humanities. An initial teacher education qualification is engaged citizenship, social justice and transformation standard first year curriculum (i.e. eight semester courses, Psychology scores. Specific subject requirements: all applicants must studies in the Faculty of Humanities. The results of the
offered only at postgraduate level. which are important strategic goals of the university. It excluding summer and winter term courses). www.psychology.uct.ac.za have achieved a minimum of 50% for English Home Quantitative Literacy (QL) section are usually only used
aims to develop learners who are capable of applying Students wishing to pursue a major in Psychology require Language or 60% for English First Additional Language for entry into Humanities degrees that have Psychology
To follow a career in teaching it is necessary to obtain such knowledge and competence as adult education, Candidates can apply for admission to graduate LLB NSC results of at least 50% in NSC Mathematics or a score (FAL). For applicants completing the National Senior or any other course which has quantitative requirements
an undergraduate degree in the Faculties of Humanities, training and development practitioners. It also provides a study through the Faculty of Law during their final year of Proficient for the Quantitative Literacy (QL) component Certificate, Life Orientation must be passed at 50%, but as part of the curriculum. The NBT test is also used as
Commerce or Science before applying for admission to route into the Diploma in Adult and Community Education in the BA/ BSocSc either with or without a Law major. of the NBT.
a one-year Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). and Training, which is not offered at UCT. The graduate LLB comprises at least a further two years
Undergraduate requirements for primary and secondary of study depending on the undergraduate majors. Students who meet neither the NSC Mathematics nor
school teachers vary and applicants are encouraged Advanced Diploma in Adult and Community Applicants who complete their first degree will be NBT(QL) requirement may be required to enrol for
to contact the School of Education for advice before Education and Training (ACET) NQF level 7 considered on a competitive basis, taking into account Mathematics foundation courses as a pre-requisite
planning their degree curriculum. This qualification is offered as a continuing professional the University’s admissions policy. or co-requisite to their first year Psychology courses.
development qualification for Adult Education Training Evaluation and placement into these courses is done
The School of Education offers the following two (AET) and Community Education and Training (CET) Students in the extended (4-year degree) programme for during Orientation.
undergraduate programmes in Adult and Community lecturers at the community colleges and further the general BA/BSocSci degrees must have passed all
Education and Training (ACET): an entry level qualification education and training centres, art colleges, adult their courses in their first and second years of registration Majors falling under the Faculty of Science
(the Higher Certificate in ACET) and the post-professional education centres, and adult educators in NGOs, trade on a standard courseload (i.e. 6 semester courses per Students should refer to the relevant entries under the
qualification (the Advanced Diploma in ACET). UCT does unions, human resource development, health education, year, excluding co-requisite Augmenting courses) on a Faculty of Science section in this prospectus for specific
however not offer any initial professional teaching religious education and education programmes based in first sitting and have obtained a cumulative average of admission requirements to their course majors.
qualifications in ACET, which lead to professionally local government, libraries and museums. at least 65% after completion of the second year of the
qualified status which is necessary for teaching in a extended programme.
Community Learning Centre (CLC). Our ACET programmes The purpose of the qualification is to strengthen and
are designed to create bridges and ladders into formal enhance an existing specialisation in a subject or field, or
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a placement indicator to identify applicants in need of
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS BY QUALIFICATION BACHELOR OF ARTS IN FINE ART (BA(FA)) ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN MUSIC (AdvDip(MUSIC))
language development courses, or other additional academic Minimum requirements: NSC endorsed for degree study/ matric exemption.FPS 380 with Academic Literacy NBT score at Minimum requirements: Successful completion of the Diploma in Music Performance or equivalent qualification.
support; and as an indicator, along with the FPS, of eligibility BACHELOR OF ARTS (BA) AND BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE (BSocSc) Intermediate Level. 50% for English (HL) or 60% for English (FAL). Satisfactory performance in a portfolio evaluation. Satisfactory performance in an audition and music theory test.
for an early offer or an Entrance Scholarship. Minimum requirements: NSC endorsed for degree study/ matric exemption. Note: The leading indicator for admission is performance in the audition, and places are awarded on merit.
Note: The leading indicator for admission is performance in the portfolio submission,
FPS 380 with Academic Literacy NBT score at Intermediate Level. 50% for English (HL) or 60% for English (FAL). and places are awarded on merit.
ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
South African applicants will usually not be considered ELIGIBLE BAND ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
until an NBT score is available. Applicants who are unable Possible admission
to write the NBT test during the scheduled sessions in the Guaranteed admission Possible admission Diploma in Music Performance or equivalent qualification with an average of 65% or above.
Band A All applicants
FPS 450 or above FPS 380 or above Satisfactory performance in an audition and music theory test or a first class pass in the
year preceding admission (for example an applicant who is FPS All applicants
NBT AL: Proficient NBT AL: Intermediate performance course(s) which forms part of the Diploma in Music Performance.
out of the country on a gap year) may be made a conditional All applicants Satisfactory performance in a portfolio evaluation
offer on the basis of excellent results, on condition that the Probable admission
Band B
WPS 450 or above Only SA applicants in Possible admission
NBT test is written, and results available, prior to Orientation WPS
NBT AL: Upper Intermediate or above targeted redress Applicants below the minimum requirements who excel in the portfolio ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN OPERA (AdvDip(OPERA))
and Registration. No Entrance Scholarship will be awarded categories evaluation may be considered for admission to the extended BA(FA).
Minimum requirements: Successful completion of the Diploma in Music Performance specialising in Opera.
without an NBT score. Only SA applicants Possible admission
Band C Satisfactory performance in an audition and music theory test.
in targeted redress FPS 380 or above
FPS BACHELOR OF ARTS IN THEATRE & PERFORMANCE (BA(T&P)) Note: The leading indicator for admission is performance in the audition, and places are awarded on merit.
categories NBT AL: Intermediate or above
Minimum requirements: NSC endorsed for degree study/ matric exemption. FPS 380 with Academic Literacy ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
NSC REQUIREMENTS SELECTION BACHELOR OF SOCIAL SCIENCE IN PHILOSOPHY, POLITICS AND ECONOMICS (BSOCSC) (PPE) NBT score at Intermediate Level. 50% for English (HL) or 60% for English (FAL). Satisfactory performance in an audition.
PROCEDURES Minimum requirements: NSC endorsed for degree study/ matric exemption. FPS 450 with Academic Literacy NBT score at Upper Note: The leading indicator for admission is performance in the audition,and places are awarded on merit. Possible admission
Diploma in Music Performance or equivalent qualification with an average of 65% or above.
Intermediate and Quantitative Literacy NBT score at Upper Intermediate. NSC Mathematics 60%. All applicants
50% for English (HL) or 60% for English (FAL). ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Satisfactory performance in an audition and music theory test or a first class pass in the
Applicants are considered on the basis of final school- performance course(s) which forms part of the Diploma in Music Performance.
leaving results and the NBT score. Where final school-leaving Possible admission
ELIGIBLE BAND ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FPS 380 or above
results are not available, the Faculty will initially consider an All applicants
Guaranteed admission NBT AL: Intermediate
application for a provisional or conditional offer on the basis Satisfactory performance in an audition DIPLOMA IN MUSIC PERFORMANCE (DMP)
FPS 450 or above
of internal examination results and the NBT score. All applicants
Band A
NBT AL: Proficient
FPS Only SA applicants in Possible admission Minimum requirements: NSC endorsed for diploma study. Academic Literacy NBT score at Intermediate Level.
NBT QL: Upper Intermediate targeted redress Applicants below the minimum requirements who excel in the audition evaluation may 50% for English (HL) or 60% for English (FAL). Satisfactory performance in an audition and music theory test.
In addition to the selection process and admission points Subject requirements: Mathematics 60% or above categories be considered for admission to the Diploma in Theatre and Performance. Note: The leading indicator for admission is performance in the audition, and places are awarded on merit.
requirements, admission to the Performing and Creative
Arts degrees includes the assessment of a portfolio and/or ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
a successful audition. Please refer to the specific admission BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK (BSW) BACHELOR OF MUSIC (BMUS)
requirements stipulated for Fine Art, Theatre & Performance, Minimum requirements: NSC endorsed for degree study/ matric exemption. FPS 380 with Academic Literacy NBT score at Possible admission
Minimum requirements: NSC endorsed for degree study. FPS 380 with Academic Literacy
Intermediate Level 50% for English (HL) or 60% for English (FAL). NBT score at Intermediate Level. 50% for English (HL) or 60% for English (FAL). Satisfactory performance in an audition.
NSC endorsed for diploma studies.
Dance and Music. These are in the tables on pages 50 - 52. All applicants NBT AL: Intermediate
Additional Minimum requirements: Applicants may be required to attend an admissions interview and demonstrate Satisfactory performance in an audition and Music theory test
successfully that they will meet the professional requirements of the South African Council for Social Service Professionals. Note: The leading indicator for admission is performance in the audition, and places are awarded on merit.
Applicants for the Performing and Creative Arts are advised
ELIGIBLE BAND ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
to liaise with the relevant departments for assistance in
Guaranteed admission
preparing for the audition or portfolio. You are also advised Band A Possible admission
All applicants FPS 450 or above
to consult the following websites for information pertaining FPS FPS 380 or above
NBT AL: Proficient
NBT AL: Intermediate
to current selection procedures: Probable admission All applicants Satisfactory performance in an audition
WPS 450 or above Subject requirements:
Band B
Michaelis School of Fine Art: www.michaelis.uct.ac.za All applicants Note: An applicant with a maximum disadvantage score of 10% and an FPS of 409 will NSC Music 60% or above OR Unisa Music Theory Grade V or above
WPS
meet the WPS 450 requirement (409+41 = 450) AND Unisa Music Practical Grade VII or above OR equivalent examinations.
NBT AL: Upper Intermediate or above
South African College of Music: www.music.uct.ac.za /
Possible admission
www.sacm.uct.ac.za Only SA applicants
Band C
Possible admission Only SA applicants
Applicants who meet the minimum requirements for the BMus 4-year programme but do
in targeted redress FPS 380 or above in targeted redress
FPS not meet the subject requirements above may be considered for admission to the extended
categories NBT AL: Intermediate or above categories
programme of study or the Diploma in Music Performance.
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DIPLOMA IN THEATRE & PERFORMANCE (DTP) ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS WITH It is important to note that matriculation exemption
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS BY QUALIFICATION
Minimum requirements: NSC endorsed for diploma study. Academic Literacy NBT score at Intermediate Level. 50% for NON-SOUTH AFRICAN SCHOOL-LEAVING requires specific subject combinations and that certain
English (HL) or 60% for English (FAL). Satisfactory performance in an audition. subjects are not recognised. To qualify for admission
QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS LEVEL AT WHICH YOU ARE LIKELY TO RECEIVE AN
Note: The leading indicator for admission is performance in the audition, and places are awarded on merit. to Humanities qualifications, applicants should have FOR ADMISSION OFFER
Applications are also invited from those who have successfully completed a non- passed two A-level subjects at grade C or above. Where
ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS A-Level: E A-Level: D
South African school-leaving qualification. To be considered for admission, all an applicant has not completed A-level subjects, AS- AS-Level: D AS-Level: B
Possible admission applicants must qualify for matriculation exemption from the Matriculation Board. The levels may be accepted at the rate of two AS-levels for English language
NSSC: Grade 3 NSSC: Grade 2
NSC endorsed for diploma studies (for all qualifications)
All applicants criteria specified for matriculation exemption are the minimum entry requirements each required A-level. GCSE/ IGCSE/ O-Level: C GCSE/ IGCSE/ O-Level: A
NBT AL: Intermediate
Satisfactory performance in an audition and do not guarantee admission. The sole subject requirement for all qualifications IB HL: Grade 3 IB HL: Grade 4
IB SL: Grade 4 IB SL: Grade 6
is English for which a pass is required for admission. Some qualifications may carry To calculate your Admission Point Score, combine your
additional subject requirements, and particular subjects may also be required for best A-level subjects with your best relevant GSCE/ Bachelor of Arts
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN THEATRE (AdvDip(THEATRE)) Admission Point Score Admission Point Score
matriculation exemption. IGSCE/ O-level subjects to reach a total of six subjects. Bachelor of Social Science
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Minimum requirements: Successful completion of the Diploma in Theatre & Performance or equivalent qualification. Bachelor of Social Work
Each subject can only be counted once at A-level or
Admission is competitive and each application is evaluated individually on its GCSE/ IGSCE/ O-level. Admission Point Score
ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
merits. Assessment is based on performance in the top six school-leaving subjects 39
Possible admission beginning with the most senior subject passed. A points rating system is used to Namibian Secondary School Certificate (NSSC) Minimum Mathematics requirement
A Diploma in Theatre and Performance with an average of 65% in third year Bachelor of Social Science Admission Point Score
guide admission decisions. The APS in the tables below reflect the level at which applicants A-Level: E
All applicants Studiowork (TDP3041W or TDP30143W) and 60% average in second year (Philosophy, Politics and Economics) 32
Theatre & Dance Studies major courses (TDP2010F and TDP2011S) you are likely to receive an offer. While your application is assessed with reference To meet the minimum requirements for matriculation AS-Level: C
A qualification from another Higher Education institution deemed equivalent by the HOD. NSSC: Grade 3
to your APS, additional factors may be taken into account and each application is exemption, applicants must hold at least four HIGCSE IB HL: Grade 3
considered on its individual merits, particularly for admission to qualifications in the subjects at level 3 or above and at least one IGSCE/ IB SL: Grade 5
HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND TRAINING (ACET) performing and creative arts. GSCE/ O-level subjects at a grade of C or above.
Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art)
Admission Point Score
Minimum requirements: It is an entry level, non-professional qualification for those who have at least two years Bachelor of Arts (Theatre & Performance)
practitioner experience but no education and training at this level. All applicants who are normally resident, or at school, in South Africa must write the To calculate your Admission Point Score (APS), combine 32
Bachelor of Music
NBT. As the NBT assesses entry-level academic proficiency, applicants are expected your best HIGSCE subjects with the best relevant IGSCE Satisfactory performance in the portfolio/ audition evaluation
Bachelor of Music (Dance)
ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS to attain a Proficient score on the Academic Literacy portion of the test. subjects to reach a total of six subjects. Each subject
Possible admission can only be counted once at HIGSCE or IGSCE level. Diploma in Music Performance or an equivalent qualification with an average of 65% or above
A National Senior Certificate or A Level 4 National Certificate (Vocational) or The following information is a guide for applicants with Cambridge Assessment Advanced Diploma in Music
All applicants
An appropriate Level 4 Certificate in Adult Education and Training or Community Education International Education (CAIE) and the International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB) Advanced Diploma in Opera Satisfactory performance in an audition and music theory test or a first-class pass in the perfor-
and Training or Early Childhood Education or via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). mance course(s) which form part of the Diploma in Music Performance
school-leaving qualifications. CAIE applicants with only GCSE/ IGSCE/ O-levels applicants
subjects are not eligible for admission. Applicants must hold a full diploma with a minimum of School-leaving qualification endorsed for Diploma studies
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION AND TRAINING (ACET) Diploma in Music Performance
three higher level subjects from a total of six subjects Diploma in Theatre and
Minimum requirements: An approved and recognised level 6 Diploma in ACET or level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in General Certificate of Education Advanced and Advanced Subsidiary (GCE and a total of 24 points. Satisfactory performance in an audition
Performance
Education; or a BEd degree in ACET; or a historically equivalent qualification in adult education; or an equivalent qualification A-Level and AS-Level) applicants For Diploma in Music Performance: Satisfactory performance in a music theory test
from another subfield in education, for example, schooling or lecturing in technical and vocational education and training.
In addition, a new Advanced Certificate (Level 6 on the current 10-level NQF) which followed a former Diploma in Education To meet the minimum requirements for matriculation exemption, applicants must A National Senior Certificate or A Level 4 National Certificate (Vocational) or
(including a National Professional Diploma in Education) may also be presented for admission to an Advanced Diploma. hold at least two A-level subjects at a grade of E or above and at least three IGSCE/ Higher Certificate in Adult and
An appropriate Level 4 Certificate in Adult Education and Training or Community Education and
Community Education and Training
GSCE/ O-level subjects at a grade of C or above including English Language and an Training or Early Childhood Education or via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS approved second language.
Possible admission A level 6 Diploma in ACET or level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Education or
A level 6 Diploma in ACET or level 7 Postgraduate Certificate in Education or Advanced Diploma in Adult and A BEd. degree in ACET or
Where an applicant does not hold A-levels, at least four AS-levels are required at Community Education and Training A level 6 Advanced Certificate which followed a Diploma in Education or via Recognition of Prior
All applicants A BEd. degree in ACET or
A level 6 Advanced Certificate which followed a Diploma in Education or grade D or above and at least one approved IGSCE/ GSCE/ O-level subject at a grade Learning (RPL).
via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). of C or above including English Language and an approved second language.
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of the public. Obtaining the LLB does not automatically Government Choosing the appropriate route is important. There
entitle non-citizens and non-permanent residents of The Department of Justice employs state attorneys, are advantages to each. However, the legal education
South Africa to be admitted to practise in this country. prosecutors, legal drafters and of course magistrates offered by each route is identical i.e. there is no
and judges. Law graduates interested in international difference between the routes as far as the law courses
Attorneys law can join the Department of Foreign Affairs or are concerned, and each of the routes leads to the
An LLB graduate must serve as a candidate attorney Department of Trade and Industry. Other government same endpoint, the award of an LLB degree. In choosing
with a practising attorney and then write a professional departments at both national and provincial levels between the different routes it may be helpful for you
examination set by the relevant provincial law society to employ lawyers, as do the National Parliament, to consider how well prepared you are for university
become an attorney. Attorneys’ work includes drafting provincial legislatures and municipal councils. In fact, studies (i.e. how serious you are about studying law
legal documents, negotiating settlements of disputes, there is no sector of government in which lawyers do now, amongst other things) and the amount of higher
and preparing cases for presentation in court. not play a role! education you wish to receive in addition to a legal
education.
Attorneys take instructions from members of the public NGOs and Public Benefit Organisations
and, if necessary, may brief or seek an opinion from an Researchers and lobbyists are in demand and many law The best approach in choosing your route is to be
advocate. Obtaining the LLB does not automatically graduates who are committed to the transformation of realistic about your current ability to deal with a large
entitle non-citizens and non- permanent residents of South African society work in such organisations. workload and lots of reading. In addition, ask yourself
South Africa to be admitted to practise in this country. whether you prefer to enter training for a professional
understanding of legal institutions, the law and its qualification immediately or whether you are interested
W H Y S T U DY L AW ? application. Business THE LLB PROGRAMME in other disciplines too.
Law graduates are to be found across the whole business
Students who wish to become legal practitioners CAREER OPPORTUNITIES spectrum, from small firms to large corporations. They There are three routes to obtaining an LLB degree:
require an LLB (Bachelor of Laws) degree. An LLB is the are legal advisors in tax, real estate, labour relations, 1. The undergraduate LLB route (minimum of four
universal general qualification for the practice of law, LLB graduates are employed in the legal profession contracts, public information, and acquisitions; they years in duration)
although the content of the LLB programme differs and in a wide variety of positions in the judiciary, are forensic auditors and ombudsmen, ethics and 2. The combined Humanities and LLB or Commerce
from country to country. During the course of the LLB government, NGOs, companies and other enterprises. employment officers, and policy and legislative analysts. and LLB route (minimum of five years in duration)
degree students are taught the fundamentals of South Publishing firms look for legal editors, researchers, 3. The graduate LLB route (minimum of three years
African law and the South African legal system. At the Academic and writers. in duration)
same time they are equipped with the skills necessary An LLB degree is the first step to an academic career.
to be successful legal practitioners. UCT’s Master of Laws and Postgraduate Diploma
programmes offer a very broad range of postgraduate
Some of the skills the UCT LLB strives to courses from which to select a specialisation.
impart are:
the ability to read, comprehend, and critically evaluate Advocate
complex documents, including cases and legislation; LLB graduates undergo one year’s training in pupillage
the ability to write clearly, logically, coherently, with a practising member of the Bar. After an admission
and succinctly; and the ability to analyse and solve examination, the work of an advocate generally
problems. involves research, drafting opinions and pleadings,
and presenting cases in court, most often though not
By the end of their LLB degrees, graduates are able exclusively in the High Court.
Faculty of Law
to assess, interpret and apply the law, and have
the historical, comparative and jurisprudential Advocates must be briefed or instructed by attorneys;
background that is essential for a thorough and critical they do not take instructions directly from members
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THE DIFFERENT ROUTES Please note that students must apply for ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS Admission to the combined law and Admission to the graduate LLB
humanities or law and commerce LLB streams Applicants must obtain an average of at least 65%
EXPLAINED admission to the Law Faculty at the end HOLDING THE NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE WITH NON-SOUTH AFRICAN SCHOOL- Applicants to the Humanities and Commerce in a standard undergraduate degree in order to
of their undergraduate Humanities or
Commerce degree and must meet certain
LEAVING CERTIFICATES Faculties must meet the admission requirements be admitted to the graduate LLB. This average is
The undergraduate LLB (4 years The Faculty cannot admit all those who apply to study law, as applications of those faculties in order to commence their calculated from your results over of all years of your
minimum) advertised admission requirements\ in vastly exceed the available places. If there are more applicants who meet undergraduate Humanities or Commerce degree. undergraduate degree. Places are however limited
The undergraduate LLB is aimed at order to proceed to the two-year graduate the admission criteria than there are places, only the best applicants in each For applicants in possession of, or writing, other than South African Students who wish to do a combined degree begin and are allocated to applicants with the highest
candidates who do not already hold LLB degree. category will be made an offer. qualifications, offers of places may only be made subject to the equivalent taking law subjects in their second year of study averages on a competitive basis and in accordance
a university degree. Most candidates bachelor’s exemption being obtained from the Matriculation Board (refer as an undergraduate major. Students are not with the University’s admissions policy.
are school leavers. The admission This route allows candidates who do not to http://he-enrol.ac.za/exemption-process for further information and automatically permitted to do these law subjects. In
requirements for this degree are high. meet the requirements for admission Admission to the 4-year undergraduate LLB on-line assessment and application). order to gain admission to the law stream of the BA/ Students with an average of less than 65% will
This is because all three LLB streams are BSocSci or BCom/BBusSci degrees, students must not normally be admitted, but the Faculty may
to the undergraduate LLB to apply for a Applications are assessed on the basis of the applicant’s results in the National
taught together in the same class and either have achieved sufficient points in the NSC in its discretion admit students whom it believes
Humanities or Commerce degree, to adapt Senior Certificate (NSC) or other school-leaving examination, together with In addition, candidates writing A-level, AS-level, HIGCSE/IGCSE or IB
school leavers must be able to manage and National Benchmark tests to have qualified for nevertheless show the potential to succeed in their
the workload. to university studies, and, if they perform the applicant’s results in the Academic Literacy and Quantitative Literacy Diploma examinations* must meet the following minimum requirements,
admission to the four-year undergraduate degree, LLB studies. In exercising this discretion, the Faculty
satisfactorily in their first year of study, to components of the National Benchmark Tests (NBTs). obtained using the scoring table on page 14 of this prospectus. Meeting
on a competitive basis, in their first year of study will have regard to the University’s admissions policy.
As the description indicates, this route join the law stream in their second or third these requirements does not guarantee admission which is limited by
OR must have attained an average of at least 65%
can be completed in four years, but as a year at university. The advantage of this As a general rule, no more than ten international applicants will be accepted in the case of Humanities students and 63% in the
result only a limited number of non-law route over the undergraduate LLB route is into the undergraduate LLB programme. PROBABLE MINIMUM
ADMISSION ADMISSION case of Commerce students on a first sitting of a full Transferring students
courses can be fitted into the curriculum. that a full major in a discipline other than first year course load totalling at least 144 credits for A UCT student (who has not been excluded) may
law is possible, thus resulting in a more International applicants 46+ APS points 44+ APS points Humanities students and 164 credits for Commerce apply to transfer to the LLB degree but must satisfy
The combined Humanities/ rounded higher education experience. students. Results in supplementary exams are not the requirements for admission to the LLB on a
ELIGIBLE BAND ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS All SA applicants 44+ APS points 36+ APS points
Commerce LLB (5 years minimum) included when calculating the average but results competitive basis. Successful applicants may be
The combined Law and Humanities or Law The graduate LLB (3 years Guaranteed admission SA applicants in targeted redress race groups 39+ APS points 36+ APS points
in deferred exams are included. The Law Faculty granted credit or exemption or both for courses
Band A
and Commerce route allows candidates minimum) All SA applicants 510 FPS or above retains a discretion to admit Humanities students already completed, up to a maximum of four full
FPS
NBT scores of proficient for AL and intermediate for QL with an average of less than 65% and Commerce courses (or the equivalent).
to do what is described as an accelerated The graduate LLB route is for students * Applicants writing other international authority examinations will be assessed on their individual merits. students with an average of less than 63% on
combined Humanities/Commerce and LLB who have completed an undergraduate Probable Admission
All SA applicants
Band B
495 WPS or above NOTE: : As explained in the section on ‘career opportunities’ above, obtaining the LLB does not
redress grounds. Note - the number of places on A non-UCT student who has not been excluded from
degree. This means that students receive degree in any discipline without having WPS
NBT scores of proficient for AL and intermediate for QL automatically entitle non-citizens and non-permanent residents of South Africa to be admitted to the law stream is limited and varies from year to another university may apply to transfer to UCT as
two degrees by the end of their combined majored in law. This route allows practise as attorney or advocates in this country. year. Admissions based on first year performance an LLB student but must satisfy the requirements
programme; a bachelor’s degree in the candidates to complete a full degree in Only SA applicants in Possible admission are made on a competitive basis to students with for admission to the LLB on a competitive basis.
Band C
Humanities or Commerce faculty (BA/ a discipline other than law and then add targeted redress 460 FPS or above the highest averages and in accordance with the Successful applicants may be granted credit or
FPS
BSocSci or BCom) which is awarded at the the LLB. This route can be completed in a categories NBT scores of proficient for AL and intermediate for QL Admission criteria for applicants with non-south african school- University’s admission policy and the Law Faculty’s exemption or both for courses already completed, up
end of their first three years of study, and minimum of six years (3 + 3). In order to Probable admission leaving certificates redress enrolment targets. to a maximum of four full courses (or the equivalent).
a bachelor’s degree in law (LLB), which be admitted to the 3-year graduate LLB, International applicants 520 FPS or above For applicants in possession of, or writing, other than South African
is awarded at the end of a further two applicants must meet certain advertised NBT scores of proficient for AL and intermediate for QL qualifications, offers of places may only be made subject to the equivalent Once students have completed their Humanities Credits and exemptions will only be granted for
years of study. It is also possible to do a admission requirements. bachelor’s exemption being obtained from the Matriculation Board (refer or Commerce degrees with law subjects, they must courses taken at another institution if the Law
combined BBusSci LLB programme which to http://he-enrol.ac.za/exemption-process for further information and apply to the Law Faculty for admission to the 2-year Faculty is satisfied that the courses are substantially
graduate LLB degree. Applicants for the 2-year equivalent, in both content and standard, to the
requires at least 6 years of study. At the The advantage of this route over the on-line assessment and application).
graduate LLB are considered and offered places on a courses offered at UCT. Such transferring students
end of their Humanities/ Commerce combined route is that candidates obtain
competitive basis taking into account the University’s will be required to complete the remaining courses
degrees, students will graduate with a a broad education in the Humanities, In addition, candidates writing A-level, AS-level, HIGCSE/IGCSE or IB admissions policy. However, applicants who achieve prescribed for the LLB at this University over a period
degree in which they have a major in a Commerce or Sciences in addition to Diploma examinations* must meet the following minimum requirements, an average of at least 60% in their undergraduate of not less than two years.
commerce or humanities subject and a their education in law. obtained using the scoring table on page13 of this prospectus. Meeting degree are guaranteed admission to the LLB.
major in law. these requirements does not guarantee admission which is limited by
available capacity.
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in the private and public sectors in South Africa, as well to solve real-world problems and support decision mathematics and physics foundation. The astronomy
as internationally. making and policy development. The field of statistics courses offered are a general introductory first-year
often attracts those interested in the analysis of patterns course which includes the ‘Starfinder’ course held in the
in data: developing, understanding, abstracting, and Iziko Planetarium as well as night-sky viewing, second-
WHAT WE OFFER packaging analytical methods for general use in other year courses which cover nearly all aspects of modern
subject areas. Statisticians are employed in many fields, observational astronomy, while the two third-year
The Faculty of Science offers one undergraduate degree, including biology, finance, economics, the engineering courses enter into the physical processes that lie at the
the Bachelor of Science. Below are the possible majors industry, medicine, public health, psychology, marketing, origin of the observed astronomical phenomena.
available in the faculty. While every BSc student will government, education and sport science. Statisticians Visit www.ast.uct.ac.za
take 2 majors, it is possible to take one approved major are key players in the analytics environment, using their
from a different faculty. skills to transform large amounts of data into credible, Biology
usable information. Visit www.stats.uct.ac.za This major is about life on Earth in all its forms - the
Applied Mathematics adaptations of living organisms, how they live and
Applied mathematicians transfer mathematical Archaeology interact, and how they originated. With a focus on
knowledge and methods into other fields, such as (See also Note 2 on page 58) organismal biology, this major examines how organisms
physics, computer science, engineering, biology The Department of Archaeology, taking advantage of interrelate with each other and with their environment,
and the social sciences. In this way mathematics its location in a region rich in archaeological heritage, provides the processes by which organisms and
of Science
technological developments such as mobile phones, Specific research interests include issues related to of terrestrial life that surrounds
computers, cars, airplanes and large telescopes were human evolution, the emergence of modern humans, us. As human influence on
unthinkable without mathematical progress. and the history of hunter-gatherer, pastoralist and the environment escalates,
Visit www.math.uct.ac.za farming communities in southern Africa, as well as the there are new challenges
archaeology of more recent colonial settlement.Visit as to how biodiversity
Applied Statistics www.archaeology.uct.ac.za can be protected while
Applied Statistics at UCT straddles the fields of Statistics, societies
Operational Research and Data Science, covering a Astrophysics
range of quantitative methods for the analysis of data The Astrophysics major requires a strong
ABOUT THE FACULTY
The Faculty of Science at UCT is, by various measures, the best in the country: it has the largest number
of scientists who have been rated through a rigorous process of international evaluation, and within this
group it has the largest number of those who are acknowledged to be world leaders in their fields, and
who hold an “A” rating. Thus undergraduate and postgraduate programmes benefit by being developed
and taught side by side with cutting-edge research. The Faculty offers an exciting suite of majors (details of
which follow), leading to the BSc degree. The courses offered within the degree structure are characterised
by their coherence, a good balance between breadth and depth, and their inter-disciplinary nature.
The degree is structured in such a way as to provide graduates with the range of skills that the job market
demands. In addition, a variety of opportunities exist for postgraduate study in all Departments; the BSc
degree leads to Honours, Master’s and Doctoral degrees. All degrees in the Faculty enjoy a high reputation
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meet their needs. An and biological sciences. Courses offered for this major Genetics
understanding of organismal cover the fundamental areas of organic, inorganic Students taking the major in Genetics will be taught
biology is essential in order to and physical chemistry. Theoretical concepts are fundamental concepts in classical, molecular and
comprehend the intricacies of underpinned by practical training in modern chemical evolutionary genetics. Classical genetics is the study
living systems and to predict techniques, including the use of state of the art analytical of heritability and variation in living organisms, whilst
the future under different global instrumentation. The chemistry major offers a wide molecular genetics is concerned with understanding the
change scenarios. The southern variety of employment opportunities, from laboratory structure and function of genes at the molecular level.
tip of Africa holds a treasure work to field work. Visit www.chemistry.uct.ac.za Genomics considers the comparative study of genomes
house of unusual plant and animal of living organisms. In the Genetics major, emphasis is
communities alongside pressing Computer Science, Computer placed on understanding the core biological processes
human needs, which provides exciting Engineering & Business Computing of gene regulation and cell signalling in plants, animals
and unique examples from which to A computer science graduate is trained in the principles and microbes, integrating this knowledge into our
learn about ecology, evolution and underlying computing, including the structure and understanding of disease, development and evolution.
biodiversity conservation. Visit nature of computers, the development and use Visit www.mcb.uct.ac.za
www.biologicalsciences.uct.ac.za of programming languages and the application of regulatory endocrine and nervous systems, and an ecosystems, ranging from coral reefs to polar seas and to scientific enquiry by applying their mathematical
computers as tools in problem solving. The specific Geology introduction to ageing and disease. In third year there is a from estuaries to the abyssal depths. Students also and statistical knowledge to the design of surveys and
Biochemistry majors of Computer Engineering & Business Computing Geology is the science of the Earth’s origin, strong emphasis on metabolism and exercise physiology learn about management and conservation of marine experiments; the application of quantitative problem
Biochemistry is the study of the molecules are linked to the primary Computer Science major, structure and composition. Geology is the basis for during the first semester and a focus on neurophysiology resources, a field that provides the most employment solving methods and the analysis of data. Statisticians
and chemical processes which occur in all and focus on the application of computer science to understanding the Earth: how it evolved, what forces in the second semester. The Human Anatomy & opportunities for marine biologists. The courses are employed in many fields, including biology, finance,
living organisms. Biochemistry is fundamental these particular fields. They will be complemented by have shaped its oceans, mountains, rivers and lakes, Physiology major aims to provide an understanding include field trips, tutorials and practical sessions that economics, the engineering industry, medicine, public
to understanding mechanisms in molecular and courses in the related fields. Students who complete how and where its resources are stored, how it first of how the human body functions, how we learn new introduce students to the experimental and analytical health, psychology, marketing, government, education
cell biology and straddles the medical, biological, the BSc major in Computer Science, followed by the became a pleasant place for humans to live and, more behaviour and how we change our behaviour. A series of methods used by professional marine biologists. and sport science. Statisticians are key players in the
chemical and physical sciences. The Biochemistry BSc Honours in Computer Science at UCT, become recently, how to manage and keep it so. Geology practical and tutorial sessions are designed to develop Visit www.biologicalsciences.uct.ac.za analytics environment, using their data science skills to
major at UCT includes the study of the structures, Chartered I.T. Professionals (UK), since these degrees probes research frontiers from mineral physics to technical skills, using computers to record and analyse transform large amounts of data into credible, usable
physical properties and functions of proteins, are accredited by the British Computer Society as being the origin of life, from the evolution of planets to the cardiac, skeletal muscle and brain function, as well as Mathematics information. Visit www.stats.uct.ac.za
carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids; the of an international standard. Visit www.cs.uct.ac.za climate changes affecting our present environment. improving oral and writing skills. Mathematics is the science of structure, quantity,
mechanisms of enzyme action, the biochemical It is about mountain building, volcanoes, moving change and space and the interactions between Ocean & Atmosphere Science
regulation of metabolism and energy utilization, Environmental & Geographical Science continents, the death of the dinosaurs, diamonds and Marine Biology them. While mathematical ideas can be inspired by This major deals with the physical attributes of the
and can include a more in-depth study of the The interaction between humans and their environment gold, soil erosion, earthquakes, and atoms in a crystal. Marine biology is the study of life in the sea in all its everyday observations, it is a characteristic feature oceans and covers the extent of the oceans, the
molecular basis of cell signalling and gene and the variability of this environment is a common Visit www.geology.uct.ac.za aspects. The world’s oceans cover 71% of the surface of mathematical truth that it is derived with logical physical, chemical and biological properties of sea water
expression, disease as well as biotechnology. theme in the department’s teaching and research of the planet, and have a mean depth of 3 800m, reasoning on the basis of sound definitions. Each day including salt and heat budgets, sea surface fluxes and
Visit www.mcb.uct.ac.za initiatives. The student gains an integrated approach Human Anatomy & Physiology meaning that they make well over 95% of the ‘living mathematicians all over the world prove hundreds of ocean climatology. The principal force on the ocean is
to the study of the complex relationships between The major in Human Anatomy & Physiology focuses space’ on earth. They are also the least known of the new theorems and solve numerous open problems and from the atmosphere and the response by the sea is
Chemistry humans and their social, biological, and physical life- on the structure and function of the human body. The environments on earth; indeed an estimated half of in this way they contribute to the systematic body of to produce tides and many types of waves. Aspects of
Chemistry is often called the ‘central science’ support systems. Interdisciplinary research areas within two-year course covers and integrates the traditional all marine species have yet to be discovered! Cape knowledge that comprises modern mathematics. currents and water masses in the oceans of the world
because it forms the basis of every living and the department include atmospheric science, climate- scientific disciplines of anatomy, cell biology and Town is one of the best locations in the world to study Visit www.math.uct.ac.za and coastal oceanography around South Africa provide
non-living entity in the universe. It has evolved change science, quaternary environmental change, land physiology. The first year includes the introduction to marine biology, as it is situated at the confluence of the focus of regional oceanography. Located in the
from the time of the 16th century alchemist to degradation, integrated environmental management, human anatomy, basic structure and function of cells, three of the world’s major oceans – the Atlantic, Indian Mathematical Statistics subtropics, South Africa experiences both tropical and
the present day chemist who uses advanced urban issues, disaster risk science, developing world tissues, organs and systems, homeostasis, the cardio- and Southern Oceans. Students taking this major will Mathematical Statistics is the study of the mathematical mid-latitude influences on its weather, climate and
scientific and computational methods. It is the issues, sustainability studies, political geography and vascular, respiratory, digestive, excretory, immune, learn about the diversity of marine life in all its forms principles, theory and methods underpinning the oceanic environments. The Ocean and Atmosphere
interface between the mathematical, physical remote sensing. Visit www.egs.uct.ac.za reproductive and locomotor systems as well as the and about the structure and function of various marine interrogation and analysis of data. Statisticians contribute major deals with the circulation and properties of the
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global ocean, their regional variations, and how the ocean ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS PLACEMENT • Chemistry/Physics may be replaced by Computer
interacts with the atmosphere to produce the various • Science for majors in Computer Science, Business Computing,
marine and atmospheric environments we experience. NSC results are the primary guide for admission to the BSc degree. However, all applicants to the Science Faculty are Admission to the Science Faculty will be directly onto the regular, Computer Engineering and Computer Games Development
required to write the NBTs (Academic Literacy, Quantitative Literacy and Mathematics). three-year degree programme. All students will be required to only.
A fundamental knowledge of Ocean and Atmosphere write a set of formal class tests at mid-term of the first semester • Chemistry/Physics may be replaced by Geography for the
Science is necessary for understanding the distributions ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR APPLICANTS HOLDING THE NATIONAL and on the basis of the results of these tests, together with NSC major in Environmental & Geographical Science
of the various marine and terrestrial ecosystems, climate and NBT results, selected students will be counselled to convert
change and variability, severe weather such as tropical
SENIOR CERTIFICATE (NSC) to the four-year Extended Degree Programme (EDP). The EDP
cyclones and thunderstorms, as well as the properties of Besides taking the NSC results into account for admission, other factors including, availability of places and educational is structured such that students entering the programme will FACULTY POINTS SCORE (FPS) FOR NON
the world oceans. The trans-disciplinary skills developed in or social/home background, will be considered. receive additional academic and general support to improve the
this major offer graduates opportunities to branch out into chances of graduating in minimum time.
NSC EXAMINATIONS
many other areas of Earth System Science or to specialise in Faculty Points Score (FPS) Admission to the Faculty of Science requires an applicant to have
a field of Oceanography, Atmospheric Science or Climate up The FPS (a score out of 800) is calculated as the sum of the percentages achieved in the best six NSC subjects, The EDP is run in association with the Academic Development achieved a FPS of 34 points or above, based on the five best
to PhD level. UCT is ideally placed to offer such a major given including English but excluding Life Orientation, and doubling the percentages achieved in Mathematics and Physical Programme (ADP) and offers students who are struggling the subjects (including the required subjects), obtained using the
our proximity to the world’s strongest western boundary Science. Admission to the Faculty of Science requires a minimum FPS of 550, but this does not guarantee admission. opportunity to establish a sound educational foundation, with an scoring table in the section of this prospectus titled “Applying
current (the Agulhas), a cold upwelling current system Refer to the table below. appropriate distribution of their academic load over a four-year to UCT”.
(the Benguela) and the highly dynamic Southern Ocean. period. The minimum time for a student on the EDP to complete
Visit www.sea.uct.ac.za Subject entrance requirements the BSc degree is four years. Applicants writing other international authority examinations
• Mathematics at 70% or above will be assessed on their individual merits.
Physics • Physical Science at 60% or above (refer to notes 2 and 3 below).
Physics is about understanding the nature of matter and • Where an applicant has not completed Physical Science, Information Technology or Life Sciences may be doubled ADMISSION CRITERIA FOR
radiation in the language of mathematics, and as such is (refer to notes 2 and 3 below).
a central fundamental discipline in science. A major in
APPLICANTS WITH NON-SOUTH A-Level
English: C at IGCSE
physics teaches you how to apply your knowledge of AFRICAN SCHOOL-LEAVING Mathematics: B
fundamental principles in a range of contexts. Applications ELIGIBLE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATES Physical Science (or Chemistry or Physics): C
AS-Level
of the principles of physics are everywhere: transistors, Guaranteed Admission English: C at IGCSE
computers, optical fibres, quantum computing. Physicists Band A FPS of 660 or above For applicants in possession of or writing other than South Mathematics: B
FPS Mathematics 70% or above and Physical Sciences 60% or above (see Notes 2 & 3) African qualifications, offers of places may only be made subject Physical Science (or Chemistry or Physics): C
discovered the structure of DNA and the genetic code, and NBTs in Mathematics, AL & QL to be written *
All applicants to the equivalent bachelor’s exemption being obtained from the
invented X-ray machines and the World Wide Web. Visit Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate (NSSC)
Admission Very Likely South African Higher Education (Matriculation) Board (refer to Bachelor English: C at IGCSE
www.phy.uct.ac.za Band B WPS of 620 or above http://he-enrol.ac.za/exemption-process for further information of Science Mathematics: 70% (or level 1 HIGCSE)
WPS Mathematics 70% or above and Physical Sciences 60% or above (see Notes 2 & 3) Physical Science (or Chemistry or Physics): 60%
and on-line assessment and application). In addition, candidates
Quantitative Biology NBTs in Mathematics, AL & QL to be written *
must meet the following minimum requirements; meeting these
(or level 1 HIGCSE)
This major is aimed at training biologists with quantitative Admission Possible requirements does not guarantee admission which is limited by International Baccalaureate
SA applicants in
skills, preparing them for the emerging fields of ‘data Band C FPS of 550 or above English: Grade 5 at SL
targeted redress available capacity:
FPS Mathematics 70% or above and Physical Sciences 60% or above (see Notes 2 & 3) Mathematics: Grade 5 at HL or Grade 6 at SL
science’ and ‘biological modelling’, which are used to race groups
NBTs in Mathematics, AL & QL to be written * (Maths Studies is not accepted)
address big scientific questions. The Quantitative Biology Applicants must take at least: Physical Science (or Chemistry or Physics):
major is packaged as an interdisciplinary stream, to allow * The results of the NBTs are not taken into account for admission to the Science Faculty English, Mathematics and Chemistry and/or Physics (or Physical Grade 5 at HL or Grade 6 SL
students among three major disciplinary fields (Biology, Note 1: Acceptance into the Science Faculty does not guarantee acceptance into a chosen major because some majors (currently Biochemistry, Genetics, Geology Science)
and Human Anatomy & Physiology) have limits on the number of students that can be accommodated. Selection for these is based on academic criteria which will
Statistics and Mathematics) into the major, and for be clearly communicated to students during the first year of study. Students will be advised in their first year to take courses which could lead to several majors. • Chemistry is required for majors in Biology, Marine Biology,
graduates taking this major to be prepared to enter into Note 2: If you have not completed Physical Sciences or Information Technology in your school-leaving examinations, your choice of major will be restricted to Biochemistry, Chemistry, Genetics, Geology, Human Anatomy
the data science and quantitative ecology fields. Archaeology and Environmental & Geographical Science. & Physiology and Ocean & Atmosphere Science
Visit www.biologicalsciences.uct.ac.za Note 3: For majors in Computer Science and Business Computing the Physical Sciences requirement may be replaced by Information Technology (only where Physical • Physics is required for majors in Astrophysics and Physics
Science was not taken).
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TRANSFERRING STUDENTS All students who transfer from other Universities must
register for a minimum of two years for the BSc degree,
Transferring applicants are required to write the and complete all the senior courses of their majors, at
National Benchmark Test (NBT), submit certified copies the University of Cape Town.
of school-leaving and tertiary transcripts of results and
a letter of motivation in support of the application, Note: Transferring of credits
providing details of activities since leaving school and • The University of Cape Town may give credit for, and/
reasons for wanting to transfer to the Science Faculty. or exemption from, a maximum of four full courses
Because we have a limited number of academic places (or the equivalent in half courses) completed
in the Faculty, offers will be made to the best candidates elsewhere if these courses are recognised by the
in this category. University of Cape Town.
• It is the applicant’s responsibility to obtain, from
Transferring students are expected to have school-
leaving and NBT results competitive with the current
the relevant University of Cape Town departments,
signed approval of credit and exemption for Student Housing
applicant pool and must have: the courses they wish to transfer, before their
a) passed all first-year courses in their first year at applications will be considered. Staying in residence is an extension of your university University swimming pool, gym and squash courts. The First-Tier Residences For Men
another institution, and bring with them at least • Senior major courses may not be transferred for education, and you can benefit from a range of facilities Rondebosch shopping area is five minutes’ walk away. Carinus is situated behind Groote Schuur Hospital, and
four full courses (or the equivalent) that earn credit credit or exemption. and services including PC labs, network connections, Baxter Hall accommodates 233 students in mainly single accommodates 361 students in mainly single rooms.
and exemption at the University of Cape Town; • Tertiary courses required for matriculation social and sporting activities. rooms arranged in “flats” of three to six rooms. Each flat Students are able to travel by shuttle between the
b) not been refused readmission by another tertiary exemption purposes will not be credited. shares a bathroom. residence and other campuses.
institution; and On-Campus Accommodation
c) not been registered at another tertiary institution UCT has a three-tier residence system that provides Fuller Hall, on the Upper Campus, is situated close to The original College House was the first men’s residence
for more than two years. different services, governance and management in each the main library, just below Sarah Baartman Hall and is in Southern Africa. The present building is situated on the
tier. The policy and criteria for admission to UCT student adjacent to Smuts Hall. All Upper and Middle Campus Lower Campus in Main Road, Rosebank and accommodates
housing assume that a new student will initially enter a venues are within walking distance. 119 students in single and double rooms. Meals are taken
first-tier (catering) residence and subsequently move to at Leo Marquard Hall next door.
a second-tier (senior catering or self-catering) residence Graça Machel Hall, on the Lower campus, is located
or into third-tier (semi-autonomous self-catering) adjacent to Baxter and Tugwell Halls, close to the Kilindini, on the Lower Campus, accommodates 32
accommodation. This section gives some information on university swimming pool, gym and squash courts and is students in single rooms. It is located on Main Road,
each of these tiers, and the residence halls, flats or houses within walking distance of Rondebosch shopping area. The Rosebank, close to College House, and about five minutes’
within each tier. residence houses 382 students, with first-year students walk from Mowbray shopping area. Kilindini students take
sharing double rooms. Most returning and senior students their meals at Tugwell Hall.
First-Tier Accommodation are allocated single rooms.
First-tier residences provide accommodation for under- Kopano, on the Middle Campus, is located close to a
graduate men and women students, who are usually under Tugwell Hall, on the Lower Campus, is a 1970s eleven- variety of sports facilities including an all-weather soccer
the age of 21. These residences provide students with up storey residence. It is located near the University swimming field, the University cricket oval, swimming pool, gym and
to three meals a day in a dining hall. pool, gym and squash courts. The Rondebosch shopping squash courts. It has single rooms for 366 students.
area is five minutes’ walk away. It houses 406 students.
First-Tier Residences for Women First-year students share partitioned, double rooms. Most Leo Marquard Hall, on the Lower Campus, is an eleven-
Baxter Hall, on the Lower Campus, is located near the returning students are accommodated in single rooms. storey residence. It is located near the University swimming
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pool, gym and squash courts. This 1970s residence residence is situated on the periphery of the Main 880 senior and postgraduate students in en suite rooms.
houses 419 students. First year students share Campus, two shuttle-stops away from the lecture halls. Eight to ten students share a Kitchen. The complex is
partitioned double rooms. Most returning students are The hockey field lies adjacent to the residence and close to most shops and the Health Sciences Faculty.
accommodated in single rooms. there is access to a swimming pool in Forest Hill. Flats
are either for male or female students. These are all Third-Tier Accommodation
Smuts Hall is situated on the Upper Campus, adjacent served by the free shuttle bus. Third-tier residences provide accommodation for post-
to Fuller Hall. The 235 students of this residence are graduate students. They also provide limited family
accommodated in single rooms and a small number Second-Tier Catering accommodation for postgraduate students.
in inter-leading rooms. It provides easy access to the Groote Schuur Residence is a mixed-gender residence
Library, Students’ Union and all the departments based and houses 64 students, with men and women on
on the Upper Campus. Students take their meals in separate floors. During term times, breakfast and
Fuller Hall. supper are served at the residence and lunch at Leo CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION TO
Marquard Hall.
University House provides accommodation for 84
FIRST-TIER ACCOMMODATION
students. There are six residential buildings and meals Medical Residence provides accommodation for 103 Meeting some admission criteria may guarantee you an
are taken in the new Avenue Road residence dining male and female students who are usually clinical offer of residence, while meeting others may make you
hall. Situated off Rhodes Avenue, the residence is year medical students. Forest Hill G-Block, houses 120 eligible for an offer. The minimum criteria for admission
within easy walking distance of the Upper Campus and students in flats, it is situated at the back of the Forest to student accommodation is that you must have: APPLYING FOR STUDENT
Mowbray shopping area. Hill complex located in Mowbray. G block residents take a. applied for student housing in your UCT application, cooking is permitted in bedrooms. Students in self-catering to all UCT students. Just show your valid student card when
HOUSING
their meals at University House. or amended your application to accommodation have access to a fridge and stove, but need getting on. Timetables are available from the Traffic Office,
First-Tier Residences for both Women & Men include an application for student housing no later their own cooking utensils and crockery. Visitors Reception and Information Centre or on the UCT If you wish to be considered for a place
Avenue Road Residence is a new state of the art Second-Tier Self-catering than 31 August 2021; website via the Staff and Student Portal. For more information in student housing, you must apply when
residence which has been awarded “Green status”. It Groote Schuur Flats house 64 students in Main Road, b. been made an offer (conditional or firm) of admission, Sharing a Room in Residence contact the Transport Administrator at - Tel: 021 685 7135. submitting an online application, or a paper
accommodates 550 students in single and double Rondebosch, is close to supermarkets and other shops at any time, for the 2022 academic year. Half of all first-year students in catering residences are application. You must apply by 31 August 2021.
rooms. Situated off Rhodes Avenue, the residence is and within easy walking distance of the Upper Campus. accommodated in double rooms. It may be possible for you Transferring from one residence to another during
within easy walking distance of the Upper Campus and Please visit http://uct.ac.za/apply/residence/ to share a room with a friend who has been accepted into the academic year If your conditional offer is not confirmed by a
Mowbray shopping area. Liesbeeck Gardens houses 434 students in mainly applications/application/ for more information the same residence. The warden of your allocated residence Residence transfers/swops will only be considered if it is a faculty (ie. if you do not meet the conditions of
two- and three-bedroom flats. Situated on Liesbeeck about criteria for admission to first-tier student should be informed in advance of your arrival. If you or your request from a catering or self-catering option to the other. your offer), your student housing application
Glendower Residence (Glenres) has 138 residents. It is Parkway, Mowbray. A free shuttle service operates on accommodation. roommate decides that you would prefer to share a room with Motivation on medical grounds and seeking a cheaper room is automatically cancelled.
situated on the Lower Campus in Main Road, Rosebank, weekdays and weekends. someone else in the same residence, talk to your warden or rate. These requests require the approval of the wardens
less than five minutes’ walk from the Mowbray shopping sub-warden, who will, where possible, make arrangements concerned. ALLOCATION TO SPECIFIC
area. Students take their meals at Tugwell Hall. There The Woolsack is on Middle Campus and houses 206 suitable to all. Normally room changes are only allowed in
are separate facilities for male and female students. male and female students. Accommodation is arranged in Living in Residence March to allow for settling in and to help avoid confusion in Off-Campus Accommodation RESIDENCES, HOUSES OR
pavilions or courts with an average of 25 students in each. All student rooms in residences, houses and flats are the room allocation process. Many students in their second or subsequent years of study FLATS
Rochester House is a purpose-built residence situated equipped with basic furniture – a bed, cupboard, stay in leased or private accommodation close to UCT. Our
just north of Groote Schuur Hospital and accommodates Forest Hill is a large complex off Main Road, Mowbray. desk, chair, bookcase, wastepaper bin, curtains and Jammie Shuttle Service Off Campus Student Accommodation Services advertises All offers of student housing places will
321 female and male students in single rooms. It has It is made up of five separate blocks of flats which can notice board. No sheets, blankets, pillows or towels The UCT shuttle service is for the sole use of UCT staff and vacancies in private accommodation. be made in terms of the student housing
excellent on-site facilities, including a swimming pool, accommodate 822 students. are provided. Catering residences prepare three meals students. A scheduled service is available 7 days a week, admissions and residence allocation policy.
computer lab and 24-hour security. Varietas in Matopo per day in a dining hall. Students choose a meal plan. during term times and vacation, and includes a late night Details of vacancies can be obtained at: Please consult the Student Housing webpage
Road, off Rhodes Avenue, accommodates 146 students. Obz Square is both a second and third tier residence, it Students are expected to provide and launder their service. It operates between all campuses, most residences, www.accommodation.uct.ac.za/ ocsas or at the Off Campus on the UCT website for details of the 2017 -
About half the residents share rooms. Students take is situated on the Main Road, Observatory, it is the latest own bed linen, and clean their own rooms. Vacuum and local public transport terminals, so you can connect from Student Accommodation Services - Tel: 021 650 4934. 2021 allocation policy.
their meals at Avenue Road residence dining hall. The addition to UCT residence system and it accommodates cleaners and other cleaning materials are provided. No train and bus or park ‘n ride. The Jammie Shuttle service is free
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Sports, Student Societies & Student Governance structure, the SRC also co-ordinates
the work of student structures such as,
development and health NGO affiliated
to UCT. Students from UCT and abroad
UCT RAG (Remember and Give) is the
student fundraising sector of SHAWCO.
teaching a wide range of broadcasting
and media skills. Our focus is news, music
clubs, societies, student faculty councils, voluteer in projects ranging from after RAG volunteers organise a number of and entertainment based on UCT campus
SPORT & RECREATION novices to the more experienced athletes, and the clubs Student Societies residence committees, development school tutoring for high school learners, as student and corporate fundraising events culture. If you’d like to know more visit us
are equipped to deal with the needs of each individual. At UCT a number of societies cater for cultural, religious agencies and student organisations. well as junior projects in literacy, arts, and throughout the year, with all the proceeds at www.radio.uct.ac.za or check out our
UCT provides many opportunities for you to participate Most clubs engage the services of top-level coaches, many and special interests. Given the wide choice of student clubs, sport for primary school learners. Students going to SHAWCO. To learn more about social media pages on FB, Twitter and IG.
in sports or physical recreation of your choice. Traditional of whom coach at provincial level. societies, and other governance structures, also run social enterprise projects for RAG, visit www.uctrag.co.za
sports are all well catered for, but you also have the option These are outside of the formal academic programme and there is literally something to capture the adults starting businesses. Varsity is the official student-run news
of exciting individual pursuits such as sailing, water skiing Sports facilities include an artificial hockey field, an indoor are open to all registered students. Societies’ activities are interest of everyone. In this regard you will Ubunye is a student run development source at UCT. Established in 1942, Varsity
and scuba diving. sports complex, and excellent tennis, squash, soccer, rugby, directed by students, and there are many opportunities have a host of opportunities to continue SHAWCO health operates mobile agency operating on campus as an SRC- has grown into a creative and multimedia
cricket and fitness centre facilities. Our rowing club is one to get involved at an organisational level. Through such activities you already have an interest community health clinics with health recognised body, providing a range of developmental agency. Producing new
Our Sport & Recreation Department provides for all of the better equipped university clubs in South Africa. In activities you will develop valuable skills in leadership in, or to get involved in something new. sciences student volunteers that offer opportunities for student social content every Tuesday, the publication
levels of sport from social programmes through to high addition, UCT owns a mountain near Ceres, a L26 Keelboat and organisation. Listed on page 70 are societies at UCT. With several hundred students joining practical clinical experience to the engagement. To learn more about Ubunye, alternates between its print newspaper
performance sport. UCT has a proud record of achievement and sailing dinghies, a wakeboard boat. For more information, visit www.dsa.uct.ac.za/student- societies each year, you are assured students and gives vital health services visit http://ubunye.org.za/ and website. The online presence spans
both in the local Western Province leagues and at the development/student-societies of meeting other students with similar to poor communities. SHAWCO’s mission various social media platforms such
national Student Tournaments. Year after year, UCT has Sports Scholarships & Bursaries interests. The information here should be is to practice and promote responsible Green Campus Initiative (GCI) focusses as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and
produced a number of sports people who achieve the With an excellent record in a wide variety of sports, Students’ Representative Council the DSA Helpdesk on Level 4, Steve Biko citizenship in the South African context on environmental sustainability activities YouTube. Read Varsity online:
highest honour of representing South Africa. For more UCT is keen to continue attracting top sports people to The Students’ Representative Council (SRC) is a statutory Students Union or 021 650 3541. For more through health, education and social on campus and beyond. GCI provides http://varsitynewspaper.co.za
information, visit the campus. If you have played provincial or national structure consisting of 15 members who are elected information, visit www.src.uct.ac.za entrepreneurship initiatives. The workshops, sustainability programmes
www.dsa.uct.ac.za/student-development/sport-clubs/overview representative sport at any level, you could be eligible annually in a general university-wide election. The SRC organisation seeks to create a supportive looking at waste management, recycling
for a Sporting Scholarship to assist in financing your represents the interests of students at the UCT, and does space for experiential learning and and transport amongst others. To learn
Sports development and transformation are taken very studies at UCT. Eligible applicants need to apply to the this through active participation in University committees DEVELOPMENT AGENCIES teaching, addressing inequality through more about GCI, visit @GreenCampus_UCT
seriously at UCT. Our students are actively engaged in Sports & Recreation Department to be considered for as well as through a range of programmes and projects. innovative and sustainable approaches
promoting sport in the local communities and within their these awards. For information and application forms, SHAWCO, the Students’ Health and Welfare to community engagement. To learn more UCT RADIO is a campus-community
clubs on campus. Every club welcomes new members from contact sport@uct.ac.za As the highest student governance decision- making Centres Organisation, is a student-run youth about SHAWCO, visit www.shawco.org station staffed by fellow students and
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International Students
Investment Professionals Engineers Without Borders of Azania Photographic Society Ubunye Cycling
Association of Built Environment Fashion Society Poetry UCT African Choral Fencing
Student Film Society Preclinical society UCT Baha’i Society Golf
Association of SA Black Actuaries Gender & Sex Project Psychology Society UCT Choir Gymnastics
Ballroom Dancing Genshiken RAG UCT Consulting Club Hockey The International Academic Programmes Office (IAPO) in Cape Town while completing a degree elsewhere. SSA Study abroad students pay a semester package fee covering
Believers Loveworld Ghana Society Rainbow Organisation UCT Developers’ Society Ju jitsu supports international students and researchers by students are taught alongside other UCT students and are tuition, application costs, and orientation activities.
Bhakti Yoga Society Golden Future Project RAPHA Church UCT Entrepreneur’s Society Karate issuing letters in support of visa applications, advising fully integrated into academic and social life at UCT. Students receive comprehensive pre-arrival information
Biological Society Grace Bible Church REACH Society UCT Marketing Association Kickboxing on immigration-related requirements, and advocating and assistance in finding suitable accommodation close
Biomimicry Society Green Campus Initiative Redeemed Christian Fellowship UCT Mathematics society Mountain & ski for students’ visa challenges. It also advises students on To be accepted to the Semester Study Abroad programme, to campus. IAPO also offers an extensive orientation
Birding UCT Habitat for Humanity Rural Support Network UCT Radio Netball international tuition and housing fees, the costs of living you must programme to welcome you to Cape Town and to UCT at
Black Law Students’ Forum Hellenic Students’ Association Seventh Day Adventist United Nations Association of Rowing in Cape Town, and support services available to students. • be a current student of a university or college outside the start of the semester.
Black Lawyer’s Association Her Campus Initiative Movement South Africa Vegilicious Rugby Before you start your Semester Study Abroad (SSA) or South Africa,
Black Management Forum Hillsong Church SHAWCO Education We Are Animals Soccer full-degree programme, IAPO will provide comprehensive • be of good academic standing at your home university, Students on the programme have an opportunity to
Businesswomen’s Association Hindu Students’ Society SHAWCO Health Wine and Cultural Society Squash information and a dedicated orientation programme to • have a grade point average of 65% in your current join student societies and clubs, and to participate in
Student Chapter Hip Hop Club Shofar Church Winners Camp Fellowship Supa pool welcome you to UCT. studies (this is 3.0 for academic systems using the 4.0 the community service and volunteering programmes
Cape Legion of Adventurers His People South African Medical Students’ Women in computer Science Surfing scale or an upper range ‘B’ on the ECTS scale), run by SHAWCO (a community partnership and social
and War Gamers Human Upliftment Project Association South African Women in Property Network Table tennis Queries about academic qualifications and specific course • have completed three semesters towards your degree, entrepreneurship organization affiliated with UCT).
Cape Town Globalist Ikey Ability students’ congress World Mission Society Taekwondo requirements should be directed to the relevant faculty • have met UCT’s English language admission
Cardiac Society InkuluFreeHeid South African Union of Jewish (Church of God) Tennis office. There are various ways that you can study as an requirements (see page 14). Apply online at http://applyonline.uct.ac.za
Chabad UCT Institute of Electrical & Electronics Students Zimbabwe Society Tai chi international student at UCT.
Christian Medical Fellowship Engineers Internal medicine Space and Astronomy Zion Christian Students’ Ultimate frisbee The programme offers a wide range of courses and students
Christian Revival Church Investment Society Association Fellowship Underwater hockey SEMESTER STUDY ABROAD (SSA) can select from subjects established in the Faculties DEADLINES FOR SUBMITTING AN
Christians on Campus Jubilee Society Student Christian Fellowship Volleyball of Commerce, Engineering & the Built Environment, APPLICATION ARE:
Church On Main Korean Student Association Student Psychiatry society Water polo
STUDENTS Humanities, Law and Science. For First Semester (February – June):
Cortex Club Leanin Student YMCA Waterski 31 October prior to the year of study.
Crypto currency Lesotho Students’ Association Students for a Free Tibet UCT Yachting Are you an international student interested in studying Applications for course admission are assessed by
Debating Union Malawi Students Society Students for Law and Social at UCT as part of your degree at another university? UCT academic selectors in the relevant discipline who will pay For Second Semester (July – November):
Deeper Life Campus Fellowship Moot Society Justice offers a vibrant study abroad programme for students particular attention to your academic record and courses 30 April of the year of study
wanting to spend one or two semesters experiencing life already taken towards your home university degree.
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Entry requirements for applicants with foreign school- are resident outside of South Africa and are not a South along with proof of sole custody in the latter case
leaving examinations. To be considered for admission, African citizen or do not have permanent residence, (f) a police clearance certificate
applicants must qualify for a matriculation exemption you are required to obtain a study visa to enter the (g) Affidavit confirming conditions of
from the Matriculation Board, and must meet certain Republic for the purpose of attending the University. existing visa have been upheld for
minimum faculty entry requirements. It is important that your visa is endorsed specifically those renewing a previous study visa for
for study at UCT. South Africa
Some of the more common foreign school-leaving (h) medical and radiological reports
examinations submitted by international applicants If you hold refugee or asylum seeker status you are (i) documents relating to maritalstatus if applicable
include O and A-level examinations, HIGCSE and IGCSE exempt from needing a study visa to attend the (j) a yellow fever vaccination certificate if that person
examinations, the International Baccalaureate (IB) University however, you are required to produce a travelled or intends travelling from or through a
Diploma, and the Advanced International Certificate valid refugee or asylum seeker permit. yellow fever endemic area
As it can take up to eight weeks to obtain a South African study International Term Fee, the Administrative Fee plus the individual of Education (AICE). Applicants who have written only (k) in the case of a foreign state accepting
visa, early applications are encouraged. course fees must be paid prior to registration. the O-level or equivalent examination, and who are The offer of a study place by the University does not responsibility for the applicant in terms of a
not writing any other school-leaving examination, are bind the Department of Home Affairs in any way to bilateral agreement, a written undertaking in
For further information, contact the: Matriculation Exemption not eligible for admission to UCT. If you are writing a allow you to study in South Africa, nor does it remove respect of the departureof the applicant
International Academic Programmes Office If you wish to study at UCT and you are writing or have written foreign school-leaving qualification, your application to the need for you to obtain permission to enter the (l) proof of medical cover from a South African
Tel: +27 (0)21 650 2822 a foreign school-leaving examination, you will need to obtain a UCT will be assessed individually. country. If you are offered a study place, please apply medical aid scheme, registered in terms of the
Email: ssa@uct.ac.za matriculation exemption certificate from the Matriculation Board. immediately for a study visa. You can apply for a study Medical Schemes Act, 1998 (Act No. 131 of 1998).
Website: www.studyabroad.uct.ac.za/ English Language Requirements visa with a conditional study place offer or a firm The duration of your medical aid over must align
Before making you an offer, the faculty will ensure that you English is used both for teaching and for examinations study place offer. Your application must be made to with the duration of your study offer; renewed
are eligible for matriculation exemption. Once you have been at UCT. All applicants must show evidence of proficiency the nearest South African Embassy, Consulate or High annually for each year of study and be valid for
FULL-DEGREE INTERNATIONAL registered but before the end of your first year, you will need to in English and must submit evidence of this as part of Commission in your home country. This procedure the full year, ending on 31 December (for full
apply through your faculty office to the Matriculation Board for a their application to study at UCT. The English Language could take between 8 to 12 weeks to be processed, degree programmes).
STUDENTS certificate of exemption. admission requirements can be found on page 14. so apply without delay. The application form BI- (m) proof of sufficient financial means
UCT considers suitably qualified international applicants who 1738, duly completed, must be accompanied by the (n) payment of a deposit: Provided that such deposit
wish to study for a full undergraduate degree programme. To apply take the prescribed form, your original school leaving Financial Assistance following: shall be refunded to the depositor after the
certificate (the faculty will make a certified copy for the UCT does not offer bursaries/scholarships to (a) Valid passport final departure of the applicant or after a permit
SADC Students Matriculation Board) and the prescribed fee (made out to the international undergraduate applicants. American (b) A fee (current details are available from the nearest contemplated in section 25 of the Act has been
The Southern African Development Community countries are: Matriculation Board) to the Faculty Office who will submit your citizens undertaking full degree studies may apply for South African Embassy, Consulate or High issued to the applicant: Provided further that the
Angola, Botswana, Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho, application to the Matriculation Board. US Federal Aid (Direct Loans) via IAPO. UCT is also an Commission) payment of the deposit may be effected by means
Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Seychelles, accredited institution for Canadian Federal Aid. Direct (c) an official letter from UCT confirming provisional or of a bank guaranteed cheque or credit card at
South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The Details of fees payable and the form are available on the enquiries to Galiema.Darries@uct.ac.za. firm acceptance at the institution and the duration places where such facility exists.
minimum initial fee payment for academic and residence fees Matriculation Board website at www.hesa-enrol.ac.za. The onus of the course (o) in the case of students from Africa, the payment of
plus the non-refundable Administrative Fee must be paid prior to remains on you, as a student, to check that the faculty office has The MasterCard Foundation Scholarship is available (d) letter of undertaking from UCT in support of the the deposit shall not be required: Provided that the
registration or entering student accommodation. No international received your certificate from the Matriculation Board. Enquiries to citizens of a Sub-Saharan African country. For study visa application Government of the relevant African country
levy (International Term Fee) will be charged. about certificates of exemption should be addressed to the: further information on the scholarships please access (e) in the case of a person under the age of 21 years. submits a written undertaking to pay all
www.mcfsp.uct.ac.za (i) the particulars of the person in the Republic costs relating to the deportation of the
Non-SADC Students Universities South Africa, E-mail: info_mcfsp@uct.ac.za who will act as that learner’s guardian and a student, should this become necessary.
As an international student (non-SADC) coming to UCT, you P O Box 27392, Sunnyside, Pretoria, 0132 Tel: +27 (0)21 650 5923 / 3601 confirmatory letter from that intended (p) other requirements as may be
will be charged an international levy, called the International Tel: +27 (0)10 591 4401/2 guardian; and prescribed by the Consulate/
Term Fee (per annum), and the non-refundable Administrative Fax: +27 (0)86 680 5727 Study Visas (ii) proof of consent for the intended stay from Embassy.
Fee, in addition to the individual fees for all courses taken. The Website: http://mb.usaf.ac.za In terms of the Immigration Act No 13 of 2002, if you both parents or from the custodian parent,
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In the case of a foreign state accepting responsibility for The online application process is located at www.vfsglobal. Tuition Fees & Residence Costs
the applicant in terms of a bilateral agreement, a written com/dha/southafrica/. The list of requirements for new and
undertaking from such foreign state to pay for the departure renewal applications can be found at www.vfsglobal.com/ UCT publishes a booklet, which is updated every R28 500 (or the full fee, where the full fee was less 2021 Residence Costs
of the applicant. dha/southafrica/study-visa-content.html. year, giving the fee for each academic course and than R28 500). For residence costs, the initial payment Fees for 2022 for the University’s residences, houses and flats will
accommodation in different types of student housing. in 2021 was R35 000 for catering residences or R23 be determined in November 2021. About 40% of the total fee for
In the case of a learner under the age of 18 years: Please note that you may NOT take up studies at UCT with a The University uses a course-based fee structure. 000 for self-catering. For SADC applicants a levy of R4 2022 must be paid to UCT before the start of the academic year. The
(i) an unabridged birth certificate study visa issued for another institution. The onus is on you The fee booklet, together with the relevant Faculty 200 was payable prior to registration. balance must be paid by the end of July 2021.
(ii) valid passport to make sure that your study visa is valid for the duration of handbook, will enable students to calculate the cost of
(iii) proof of physical address and contact number of the your studies at UCT. their academic studies at UCT. For more information, please contact the Fees Office or The average charge for a single room in a first-tier residence is
adult person residing in the Republic, who is acting or visit the UCT website. R65 310 in 2021. If the meal option of 3 meals each day is added,
has accepted to act as such learner’s guardian, including Pre-registration for immigration and fees The Faculty handbook will indicate the courses that the charge is R92 910.
a confirmatory letter from that guardian; and clearance can be taken in pursuing a programme of study and the
(iv) proof of consent for the intended stay from both parents, Pre-registration is the administrative process for verifying relevant course code. Use this code to look up the all- Bachelor of Commerce and R66 280 - R84 760 Students have a choice of four meal options. The cost of the meal
Bachelor of Business Science R67 800 – R85 250
or where applicable, from the parent or legal guardian you have the required immigration documents to study in inclusive cost of the course in the fee booklet. The sum option is not included in the residence fee. The chosen meal option
who has been issued with a court order granting full South Africa and that your academic fees have cleared into of these costs will give you the total cost for the set of Bachelor of Business Science Actuarial must be added to the residence fee.
R85 250
or specific parental responsibilities and rights or legal the UCT bank account before registration. chosen courses. Science
guardianship of the learner. Bachelor of Architectural Studies R71 440 Meal options at 2021 prices are:
International students must report to IAPO for immigration There are no levies. Faculty handbook information is Add the cost of your selected meal option to your estimated
Other requirements as may be prescribed by the Consulate/ and fees clearance before proceeding to academic available on the UCT website: www.uct.ac.za Bachelor of Science (Construction Studies) R68 240 room cost below.
Embassy Requirements may change and we thus recommend registration. You will need the following documents: Bachelor of Science (Property Studies) R80 230
that you contact the nearest South African Consulate/ • valid passport You can obtain a Fees booklet from the Fees Office:
Bachelor of Science (Geomatics) R67 280 MEAL OPTION 1 (BLD): 3 MEALS PER DAY FOR SEVEN DAYS PER WEEK
Embassy before submitting your study visa application in • study visa, valid for study at UCT Tel: 021 650 1074 Fax: 021 6504768
order to find out about the required documents. • medical aid cover from a medical aid scheme registered Email: fnd-feeenq@uct.ac.za or visit UCT’s website at Bachelor of Science (Engineering) R68 100- R78 840 First Tier R27 600
in South Africa and valid for the full duration of your www.students.uct.ac.za/students/fees-funding/fees
Bachelor of Medicine and Groote Schuur and Forest Hill G R29 900
You should await the outcome of your application before study visa R89 370
Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB)
making any travel arrangements to South Africa. • proof that you have paid the minimum initial academic Tuition Fees Health Sciences R33 100
fee (and residence fee where applicable) The table below lists fees in 2021 for a “typical” first Bachelor of Science (Audiology) R73 920
MEAL OPTION 2 (LAD): LUNCH AND DINNER SEVEN DAYS PER WEEK
If you have studied at another South African University or year undergraduate degree programme for South African Bachelor of Science
R76 280 First Tier R20 600
attended high school in South Africa, then your study visa applicants. It will give you an idea of what the fees are (Speech-Language Pathology)
needs to be changed for studies at the University of Cape For more information, contact: likely to be in 2022. Actual 2022 fees will be published Groote Schuur and Forest Hill G R22 500
Bachelor of Science (Occupational Therapy) R67 390
Town. It is very important that your study visa is valid for on the university website towards the end of 2021. Health Sciences R24 800
International Academic Programmes Office
studies at the University of Cape Town. Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) R66 100
Tel: +27 (0)21 650 2822 Payment of Fees MEAL OPTION 3 (BAD): BREAKFAST AND DINNER SEVEN DAYS PER WEEK
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social R62 240
The Department of Home Affairs has officially outsourced Email: iapo@uct.ac.za Full details of tuition and accommodation fees are Science First Tier R18 600
the submission of applications to a company called Visa Website: www.iapo.uct.ac.za sent to students before registration, as well as dates Bachelor of Arts (Fine Art) R69 410 Groote Schuur and Forest Hill G R20 200
Facilitation Services (VFS). Applications accepted for by when payment must be made. A variety of payment
processing by the relevant VFS office are then forwarded to methods are available. An initial payment for both Bachelor of Music R58 970 - R61 790 Health Sciences R22 400
Bachelor of Music Education R61 970 - R65 970
the Department of Home Affairs for adjudication. Once the tuition fees and student accommodation must be made MEAL OPTION 4 (MOW): 3 MEALS PER DAY, WEEK DAYS ONLY
application has been finalised, the Department of Home before registration. So, for example, for 2021 the initial Bachelor of Arts (Theatre and Performance) R87 330
Affairs will issue an outcome to the VFS office where the payment was due by Friday, 12 March 2021 and the First Tier R20 500
application was submitted. Application forms are completed balance of the fees by 31 July 2021. Bachelor of Laws (LLB) R63 300
Groote Schuur and Forest Hill G R21 600
online but submitted in hardcopy and in person at the
Bachelor of Science R68 000 Health Sciences R24 100
VFS Office. For tuition costs the initial payment in 2021 was
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at the University for the first time. South African citizens and permanent residents area. Applicants from partner schools will be considered for these scholarships
are eligible for these awards. The awards range from R20 000 to R40 000. No should they meet the criteria. No application is required.
application for a UCT entrance scholarship is necessary. Entrance scholarships
are for the first year after which students are eligible for consideration for a NOTE: The University Council has determined that students who qualify for
faculty scholarship. Each faculty specifies academic criteria that you need to both a tuition fee at the staff tuition rate, and a UCT- funded scholarships
meet in order to be eligible for a faculty scholarship in subsequent years. (entrance, faculty, VC, Achievement), will have their scholarship adjusted
equivalent to the staff tuition rate percentage.
The University’s entrance scholarships are for students who show academic
potential. Entrance scholarship offers are based on considerations of how the
University wishes to constitute its new undergraduate class. This does mean FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
that the University is not able to make offers to each of the many deserving
cases that we consider, nor do we guarantee entrance scholarships on the basis NSFAS and UCT try to assist as many financially needy students as possible,
of high school academic performance. School-leaving applicants are considered subject to available funds. Applicants’ are assessed, and the minimum criteria
for the following entrance scholarships: for eligibility are:
• financial need
Entrance Scholarships: Each faculty has its own criteria against which • studying for a first undergraduate qualification that is funded
Funding Your studies school-leavers are considered for the award of an entrance scholarship. No
application is necessary applicants are automatically considered. Criteria for
• be South African citizen or a permanent resident of South Africa
entrance scholarship for holders of the national Senior Certificate are available
Most prospective students have concerns about funding. encourage you to explore all of these possibilities. social media for details of when applications open at http://uct.ac.za/apply/funding/undergraduate/scholarships/ APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Coming to university may be your first experience away For instance, although you may obtain an entrance or and for submission of applications. Ensure that you
from home, and it is natural to wonder how you will sports scholarship from UCT, you can still apply for other application is submitted before the closing date. Sports Scholarships: These scholarships are available to applicants who NOTE: Applying for financial assistance will have no impact on your chances
manage. We understand your financial concerns and in funding, including need-based financial assistance from have represented their Province at a national or age-group level. For details on of being admitted for study at UCT.
this section we provide some information on sources of UCT. If you think you may need to be assisted financially, our how to apply, see page 68.
funding and guidelines on how to finance your studies. advice is to submit a completed financial aid application How do I apply?
to NSFAS, since late applications will not be accepted. In Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships: These scholarships may be offered to: All applications for financial aid and NSFAS funding will be managed centrally
As a student, you will find that careful financial APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID addition, you can apply to other sponsors and funders. • The top ten achievers, in grade 12 of the year of the olympiad, in each by NSFAS for all higher education institutions.
planning and management is essential. This is even You should not wait for the outcome of one application of the Mathematics Olympiad, Computer Science Olympiad and English You can apply on-line at NSFAS.org.za.
more important if you are meeting the cost of studying As of 1 August 2016, the National Student Financial Aid before applying for another. Application closing dates Olympiad, provided they applied to UCT for admission.
yourself, or if you are studying away from home. When Scheme (NSFAS) opened its student-centred application are strictly adhered to by all funders. Funders, like • The winner of the Applications Olympiad, provided the winner is an Will my application for financial aid affect my chances of
your personal expenses, accommodation and travel are model. First-time applications for financial aid, as well NSFAS, close their applications for funding before you applicant to UCT. academic admission?
included, a single year at UCT can cost over R100 000. as funding renewal for those students who are already are likely to receive information from a University on • Any of the Top 10 NSC achievers in the Western Cape Education No. Your application for admission is not related to your application for financial
A significant number of students fund their studies recipients of NSFAS funding, will be handled centrally your academic application. Its is vital that you apply for Department (WCED) who applied for admission to UCT. assistance. These are separate and independent processes. However, if you are
through a combination of scholarships, bursaries (either via NSFAS. Although applicants may have applied funding even if you don’t have an academic offer yet. • Any of the top 15 achievers in the National Senior Certificate (NSC) final eligible for financial assistance the assistance is subject to academic admission
administered by the University or by organisations to multiple institutions for admission to study, only examinations (but excluding candidates from schools in the Western and registration at UCT.
outside the University), loans, help from parents, one financial aid application directly to NSFAS will be Cape) administered by the Department of Basic Education, who applied
sponsorship by companies, and through part-time and required. All students and learners who need financial SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SCHOOL- for admission to UCT. Is there a deadline for my application for financial assistance?
vacation work. assistance should apply to NSFAS via the latter’s • Any of the Top 5 NSC achievers from the Independent Examination Board Yes. NSFAS has an application window. Ensure that you check for the application
online application system. NSFAS also accepts paper
LEAVERS (IEB), who applied for admission to UCT. opening and closing date.
There are three kinds of financial support available to applications via the NYDA offices.
South African students: entrance scholarships; sports Each year, UCT allocates over R8 million as entrance Achievement Awards: Why must I apply before I have an academic study offer?
scholarships; and financial assistance packages. We It is important to check the NSFAS website and their scholarships to school-leavers who are coming to study These are awards based on partnerships with particular schools in a geographical It takes time to assess the eligibility of all application received and we want
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Tel: 021 650-2497 STUDENT ORIENTATION AND ADVOCACY most campuses of the university; the various service
Email: careers.service@uct.ac.za SERVICE (SOAS) locations can be found on the Department of Student
Website: www.careers.uct.ac.za SOAS is a student friendly, walk-in, advocacy and Affairs website. Appointments can be made on the SWS
Facebook: @UCTCareers referral office. SOAS deals with students’ needs and online system on the website or the UCT App however;
Twitter: @UCTCareers queries ranging from directions (e.g. finding offices, emergencies can be accessed without an appointment
Instagram: @Uctcareersservice buildings, people, venues, etc.) to services offered by at the main clinic.
YouTube: www.youtube.com/UCTCareersService the Department of Student Affairs. The SOAS provides
UCT Mobile App: UCT- Careers Service access to printed information (brochures, pamphlets, The service charges nominal fees for consultations
forms, notices, handbooks and other university (medical, nursing and counselling) and minor
Pre-admissions counselling enquiries and info: publications) and assistance with using these. Students procedures however; students who are on financial
beyondschool@uct.ac.za Tel: 021 650 2497 will be assisted and guided in processes relating to an aid are not charged. Student Wellness Service
effective and manageable university life. An effective can be contacted on 021 650 1020 or 650 1017.
ORIENTATION referral system is in place that ensures sufficient For full details see the website a
Orientation at UCT is a process through which you learn support and care to all students. SOAS works closely www.uct.ac.za/students/health/wellness/clinical
about the university. The purpose of this process is to with faculties and departments within the University
smaller groups, more contact with lecturers and more social CAREERS SERVICE and opportunities are also available on the UCT Mobile assist you in your transition and adjustment to your and where appropriate would refer students to the DISABILITY SERVICE
support than in other programmes. An ECP can be regarded UCT Careers Service empowers students to take App, and social media. Our goal is to create career- new learning environment. It also ensures that you are relevant sector. Referral processes are closely monitored Are you an applicant with a disability? If so, let us know
as a somewhat longer (usually up to a year longer), but safer ownership of and make informed decisions about their ready interns and graduates, with a strong focus on accustomed to life at university, so that you can make to ensure students receive appropriate and timeous as we are committed to equal access for people with
and more supported route to qualifying for a degree. In fact, futures through a broad range of advisory services and empowering future student entrepreneurs. We focus friends and feel at home on campus, succeed at whatever assistance. disabilities, and providing reasonable accommodations
many students not on ECPs take longer anyway to complete networking opportunities. The award-winning, future on helping students with career planning throughout you do (academic work, sports, student societies, etc.), for your disability. The Disability Service strives to
their degrees because of failing some of their courses and focused and innovative Service has been commended their time at university to help them navigate the ever- and develop pride in your accomplishments. CONTACT US: create an environment in which people with disabilities
being unable to continue. Failure could be avoided by by both UCT students and employers locally and changing world of work. Alumni are able to access the Computer Science Building, and chronic illnesses can participate equitably in
following an ECP instead. Each Faculty at UCT has its own internationally for its professional service and for its Service up to three years after they graduate. Orientation is offered through a series of programmes. Room 2.01, Level 2, Upper Campus. all aspects of university life. Our primary goal is to
ADP unit, and the faculty-based ECPs are fully integrated efforts to connect students to opportunities and support Each faculty provides an orientation programme for Email: UCTOrientation@uct.ac.za facilitate access to University services and facilities
with later years of study in the Faculty. them on their career journeys. WHAT WE OFFER: its own students, as does the International Academic Tel: 021 650 5082 for students, staff and visitors with disabilities. It is
• Free confidential face-to-face careers advice Programmes Office (IAPO) for international students, important that you contact the Disability Service if
There is no difference between a qualification obtained The Service houses a well-equipped office with state- • Access to internships and part-time work whilst students in residence have residence orientation STUDENT WELLNESS SERVICE you are considering studying at UCT. Knowing about
following the ECP route and those obtained following of-the-art workstations; a virtual interview room • Vacation work and graduate vacancies programmes. The Student Wellness Service provides general medical your access requirements well in advance to coming to
the usual route. ADP also helps to develop innovative where students can connect with potential employers • Help with CVs, application and interview preparation services and counselling during office hours throughout study also enables us to ensure that a support system
curricula and courses developing students’ language and digitally; and customized online, print and take-away • Networking with employers Faculty orientation includes academic advice (about the year and the service is located in various campuses is in place by the time you arrive. We can also provide
quantitative literacy skills. resources. Daily careers consultations are available for • Information on postgraduate study options courses and programmes), computer training, campus of the university as clinics and satellite service points. support with the application process, provide you with
all registered students and may be booked online or at • Bursary and scholarship information and library tours, as well as introductions to student Primary Health Care services offered includes common application documents in alternative format,as
The Writing Centre on Upper Campus and the Writing the reception. • Help understanding the skills that employers want services. IAPO’s programme covers a wide range of issues ailments, manageable medical conditions, minor surgical well as provide vital information about writing
Lab on the Health Sciences campus form part of ADP. • Help with developing entrepreneurial skills relevant to international students: study visas; fees; procedures, reproductive health and pregnancy advise, the compulsory National Benchmark Test
At both these writing centres students can book By visiting the Career Service’s online portal, MyCareer • Career information and resources employment opportunities; medical cover; where to go travel advise, sports injuries and a confidential HIV- which all applicants need to take.
individual consultations to work with a consultant on at mycareer.uct.ac.za, students have 24/7 access to • (including vacancies) via the online portal, to when in Cape Town and personal safety. Residence testing service with pre-test and post-test counselling.
their academic writing. ADP also offers short courses a broad range of information such as careers events, MyCareer: mycareer.uct.ac.za Orientation helps students adjust to their new living An onsite dispensary in the main clinic provides CONTACT US:
supporting postgraduate students. For more information bursaries and employment opportunities. Students and learning environment and this includes both the essential medication at low cost.Psychological services Tel: 021 650 2427
or contact details for your Faculty’s ADP unit or the can personalise their MyCareer account to receive CONTACT US: social and learning aspects and responsibilities of living offered include individual therapy group therapy, long Email: disabilityinfo@uct.ac.za
Writing Centres, visit the ADP page on the CHED website: customised email notifications about information and Enquiries: Careers Service reception, Level 1, in a university residence. term support groups, trauma debriefing and mental
www.ched.uct.ac.za/ched/adp. opportunities relevant to them. Up-to-date information Hoerikwaggo, North Lane, Upper Campus http://www.dsa.uct.ac.za/student-orientation/welcome health education. Counselling services are offered in
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