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
www.ukzn.ac.za is the official University of Kwazulu Natal site. Always confirm programme cutoffs in the current prospectus before you apply.
How does UKZN calculate APS?
UKZN uses best-subject aps. Your best 6 NSC subjects are converted to APS points using the standard bands: 80-100% = 7, 70-79% = 6, 60-69% = 5, 50-59% = 4, 40-49% = 3, 30-39% = 2, and 0-29% = 1. Life Orientation is excluded from the core APS total. UKZN still follows the familiar APS point bands for most undergraduate screening, even though programme and faculty cut-offs can vary widely.
Does UKZN include Life Orientation in APS?
No. Life Orientation is excluded from the core APS total.
What's the UKZN APS system at a glance?
- Method
- Best-subject APS
- Max APS
- 48
- LO rule
- No
- Basis
- Best-subject APS (bands)
How to calculate your UKZN APS step by step
- Convert each eligible subject into APS points using the 1-7 bands.
- Keep English and the course-required subjects in the mix where a faculty asks for them.
- Add the best eligible subjects on that university's calculator method and compare the total with the programme cut-off.
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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...
Campus & res
If you want residence or financial aid, handle those separately after your CAO application. Each university still has its own housing and registration process.
University of Kwazulu Natal APS questions, answered.
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Need help with University of Kwazulu Natal?
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Get help on WhatsAppYou 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.
Important Disclaimer
This APS calculator is for information only. We aim to be accurate based on public university requirements, but admission decisions are made by each university and may consider factors beyond APS scores.
We do not guarantee admission based on our calculations. Requirements may change, and universities may consider additional criteria such as:
- Portfolio submissions, interviews, or entrance tests
- Specific subject requirements and combinations
- Language proficiency requirements
- Availability of spaces in programs
Always verify admission requirements directly with the universities you're applying to. Use this tool as a starting point, not a definitive guide for applications.