Durban and Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
University of Kwazulu Natal

University of Kwazulu Natal

#5

In South Africa

#501-600

In the world

UKZN is a solid pick if you want options in science, business, or teaching. You need at least 28 APS for many degrees, but some programs want more.

Ranking source: THE 2026

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Popular programs

Min. APS

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting

48-32

Bachelor of Commerce Extended Curriculum (Accounting)

48-28

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Information Technology

48-30

Bachelor of Science in Crop and Horticultural Science

48-28

Bachelor of Education (Foundation Phase)

48-28

About UKZN

UKZN is one of the bigger universities in KwaZulu-Natal, with campuses in Durban and Pietermaritzburg. It’s a proper choice if you’re into science, engineering, teaching, or busine...

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If you want residence or financial aid, handle those separately after your CAO application. Each university still has its own housing and registration process.

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You do not apply directly to UKZN for standard undergraduate admission. You apply through the Central Applications Office at cao.ac.za, choose your UKZN programmes there, and CAO sends the application on. Missing that CAO step is one of the easiest ways to lose your place in the process.

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