WITS Prospectus

WITS Prospectus 2027 in PDF

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We are pleased to present to you the University of the Witwatersrand, WITS Prospectus for Undergraduate Studies for the 2026 academic session in PDF format as well as the download link. This Prospectus is available in the diploma and undergraduate format.  

WITS Prospectus

Kindly check below for the steps to view and download the University of the Witwatersrand 2023/2024 Undergraduate prospectus. 

20 KEY TAKEAWAYS FROM THE WITS UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS

  • APS Calculation — Life Orientation is excluded from the main APS, and only your best six subjects count. English and Mathematics get a bonus of +2 points each in the Wits APS system.
  • Highest Entry Requirement — LLB (Law) has the highest APS requirement at 46+, making it the most competitive programme at Wits.
  • Engineering is Broad but Consistent — All engineering degrees (Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Mining, etc.) share the same entry requirement: APS 42+, with a 5 in English, Maths, and Physical Sciences.
  • Health Sciences Requires NBT — All Health Sciences applicants must write the National Benchmark Test (NBT) by 18 August 2026, no exceptions.
  • Medicine is the Most Demanding — The MBBCh (Medicine and Surgery) is 6 years long and uniquely requires a Job Shadowing Certificate of at least 16 hours, completed between 1–31 July.
  • Early Deadlines for Competitive Programmes — Health Sciences, Architecture, Audiology, Film & Television, and Speech-Language Pathology all close on 30 June 2026 — months before the general 30 September deadline.
  • Science Faculty Requires NBT Too — All BSc applicants must write the NBT by 31 October 2026.
  • Actuarial and Mathematical Sciences Need a 7 in Maths — These are among the most mathematically demanding programmes, requiring a level 7 (80–89%) in Mathematics.
  • Arts Programmes Have Additional Requirements — Theatre, Film, Fine Arts, Music, and Digital Arts all require auditions or portfolios. You can’t just meet the APS — you have to show creative ability.
  • NSFAS Eligibility Threshold — Households earning up to R350,000 annually qualify for NSFAS. Those earning between R350,000 and R600,000 must apply online for possible partial support.
  • Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship — The top ten matriculants can receive a R50,000 tuition grant. It’s highly competitive but worth pursuing if you’re an exceptional student.
  • University Entrance Scholarships Start at APS 43 — You don’t need to be perfect to get financial help. An APS of 43–44 earns R10,000, scaling up to R42,000 for an APS of 51+.
  • Maths Literacy is Rarely Accepted — Most Science, Engineering, and Commerce programmes do not accept Maths Literacy. Only a handful of Humanities and Commerce programmes allow it.
  • Architectural Studies is More Accessible — With an APS of just 34+ and no Physical Sciences requirement, it’s one of the lower entry-barrier programmes in Engineering — but requires a written and graphic drawing exercise.
  • 1 in 5 Students Live on Campus — Wits has 14 residences, but space is limited. Residence applications also close 30 September 2026, so apply early.
  • Gateway to Success (GTS) is Compulsory — Every new first-year student must complete this two-week orientation programme. It covers academic writing, digital skills, health, and wellness.
  • R250 Million Sports Complex Opening in 2026 — The Brian & Dorothy Zylstra Sports Complex will include an Olympic pool, athlete residence, biokinetics rooms, and research facilities — a major upgrade to campus life.
  • Over 30 Sporting Codes Available — From football and rugby to netball and basketball, Wits has extensive sporting infrastructure including two existing Olympic-sized pools and a fitness centre.
  • Digital Dome for Science Engagement — The Wits Anglo American Digital Dome offers immersive 360-degree astronomy and science shows from Tuesday to Friday. A unique resource for science-inclined students.
  • Apply Online and Track Your Status — All applications go through the WITS Online application portal. You upload documents, pay the application fee, and track everything via a self-service portal. There’s also a “Kudubot” chatbot to help with queries.
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HOW TO DOWNLOAD UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND (WITS) UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS

Kindly view the WITS prospectus on our website or view the prospectus by clicking on the ‘Undergraduate Prospectus in PDF Here‘ link below the prospectus. 

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Update: Click Here to View University of the Witwatersrand (WITS) Postgraduate Prospectus

WITS UNIVERSITY FACULTY – SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Wits University has a number of faculties, each with its own departments and programs. The different faculties at Wits University include:

  • Faculty of Humanities,
  • Faculty of Science,
  • Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment,
  • Faculty of Law,
  • Faculty of Commerce,
  • Faculty of Health Sciences, and
  • Faculty of Education.

Each faculty offers a range of courses and programs, and admission requirements and application procedures may vary.

Prospective students are encouraged to review the faculty-specific information in the Wits University Prospectus 2027 to learn more about the courses and programs offered within each faculty. The prospectus provides detailed information on the admission requirements, course offerings, and faculty-specific contact information.

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