2024 University Registration Dates in South Africa

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As the academic year of 2024 approaches, South African universities are gearing up to welcome a wave of new and returning students to their campuses. The release of registration dates is a pivotal moment, offering students clear guidelines for the commencement of their educational journey.

New Registration Periods

Returning students are allotted a registration window from 2 January to mid-February 2024, while first-time entering students will initiate their registration from 3 January to 15 February 2024. This structured approach ensures a seamless start for both groups.

University Registration Dates: New Students

University of Cape Town (UCT): 29 January – 9 February

Stellenbosch University: 25 January – 8 February

University of Pretoria: 25 January – 1 March

University of the Witwatersrand (Wits): Students will receive communication from the university after accepting a firm offer.

University of Kwazulu Natal (UKZN): 5 – 10 February

University of the Western Cape (UWC): 22 January – 2 February

Rhodes University: 3 & 4 February

Unisa (University of South Africa): 10 January – 12 February

University of Johannesburg (UJ): 19 January – 9 February

North West University (NWU): 22 January – 9 February

University of the Free State (UFS): 6 – 9 February

Nelson Mandela University (NMU): 15 January – 29 February

Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT): 29 January – 9 February

University of Zululand: 29 January – 2 February

Vaal University of Technology (VUT): 10 – 12 January / 22 – 26 January

Central University of Technology (CUT): 24 January – 29 January

Walter Sisulu University (WSU): 22 – 26 January

University of Limpopo: 26 January – 2 February

University of Mpumalanga: 5 – 9 February

Sol Plaatje University: 5 February – 16 February

Durban University of Technology (DUT): 15 January – 9 February

Sefako Makgatho University: 22 January – 2 February

University Registration Dates: Returning Students

University of Cape Town (UCT): 2 January – 9 February

Stellenbosch University: 15 January – 8 February

University of Pretoria: 3 January – 1 March

University of the Witwatersrand (Wits):

• Faculty of Science: 2 January – 9 February
• Faculty of Commerce Law and Management: 3 January – 11 February
• Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment: 2 January – 19 February
• Faculty of Health Sciences: Registration dates differ for courses
• Faculty of Humanities, including School of Education: 2 January – 20 February

University of Kwazulu Natal (UKZN): 9 January – 23 February

University of the Western Cape (UWC): 10 January – 9 February

Rhodes University: 22 January

Unisa (University of South Africa): 10 January – 12 February

University of Johannesburg (UJ): 15 January – 9 February

North West University (NWU): 29 January – 9 February

University of the Free State (UFS): 29 January – 12 February

Nelson Mandela University (NMU): 15 January – 29 February

Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT): 15 January – 2 February

University of Zululand: 5 – 9 February

Vaal University of Technology (VUT): 15 January – 2 February

Central University of Technology (CUT): 30 January – 2 February

Walter Sisulu University (WSU): 10 January – 2 February

University of Limpopo: Returning students will register on the specified date for their respective faculties.

University of Mpumalanga: 12 -16 February

Sol Plaatje University: 22 January – 16 February

Durban University of Technology (DUT): 15 January – 9 February

Sefako Makgatho University: 9 – 19 January

Unpublished Registration Dates

Tshwane University of Technology, University of Fort Hare, Mangosuthu University of Technology, University of Venda: Registration dates have not been made public, and students are advised to check directly with the respective institutions.

Matric Results Impact

With Matric results scheduled for release on 19 January 2024, first-time entering students can expect prompt communication regarding their acceptance into the university of their choice. This information will guide them in initiating the registration process and preparing for the upcoming academic year.

Consulting the Academic Calendar

To ensure a smooth transition into the 2024 academic year, students are strongly encouraged to consult their university’s academic calendar. This comprehensive resource provides detailed information on important dates, holidays, and academic events, empowering students to stay well-informed and organized throughout the academic year.