Wits Prospectus 2027 PDF Download

Welcome to all prospective students for 2026! 100 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITIONWITS. FOR GOOD Wits occupies a special place in the hearts and minds of Africans. For Good. For the advancement of our society 02 For the public good For the good of all people For the good of an inclusive community For you and for me For yesterday, today and tomorrow For the good of our economy For our collective futures For the good of future generations For the good of our country Wits. For GoodWits is ranked in the TOP 1% IN THE WORLD 03 A WORLD-CLASS UNIVERSITY IF WITS WAS LOCATED IN OTHER PARTS OF THE WORLD, IT WOULD BE WITHIN THE: In Canada In Australia In the UK In the US04 The Home of Talented Scholars 38 128 students 59% female Almost 33% are first in their family to attend a university 5 Faculties 33 Schools over 3 000 courses 1 667 academics 5 935 employees 2 308 joint staff05 Worldwide Partnerships Wits partners with TOP Universities in the United Kingdom, United States & Canada06 Do you recognise these company logos? Robert Brozin Adrian Gore Maurice Radebe Wits produced these alumni and CEOs who currently run corporate giants Joanne Joseph Thuli Madonsela Thuso MbeduFact 80 000 students applied to Wits for first year study, and only 6 000 students were accepted this year. 07 Don’t delay. Apply on time!CALCULATE YOUR ADMISSION POINTS SCORE NSC Admissions NSC Scale of Achievement NSC% Admission Points Score (APS) APS 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 80-100 70-79 60-69 50-59 7 6 90-100 5 40-49 1 4 50-59 3 40-49 30-39 0-29 0 30-39 0 0-29 08 APS % 80-89 70-79 60-69 Wits APS for English and Mathematics 8+2=10 7+2=9 6+2=8 5+2=7 4 3 0 0 Wits APS for Life Orientation 4 3 2 1 0 0 0 0 Other Subjects 8 7 6 5 4 3 0 009 FACULTY OF COMMERCE, LAW & MANAGEMENT Programme School of Business Sciences Bachelor of Commerce (BCom): • General • Information Systems Duration (years) 3 • Politics, Philosophy and Economics The Wits Margo Steele School of Accountancy Accounting Science Accounting School of Economics and Finance Economic Science School of Law Bachelor of Commerce with Law LLB (four-year stream) 3 3 3 APS 38+ 44+ 38+ English Home Language or First Additional Language Mathematics Maths Literacy 5 5 5 6 5 42+ 3 4 43+ 46+ 5 5 6 5 7 5 4 610 FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT Programme School of Chemical and Metallurgical Engineering Duration (years) APS English Home Language or First Additional Language Mathematics Physical Sciences Chemical Engineering Metallurgy and Materials Engineering 4 4 42+ 42+ 5 5 School of Civil and Environmental Engineering Civil Engineering 4 42+ School of Electrical and Information Engineering Electrical Engineering Biomedical Engineering Digital Arts School of Mechanical, Industrial and Aeronautical Engineering Aeronautical Engineering Industrial Engineering Mechanical Engineering School of Mining Engineering Mining Engineering School of Architecture and Planning Architectural Studies* Urban and Regional Planning Property Studies 4 3 3 42+ 42+ 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 42+ 5 5 5 4 4 42+ 42+ 5 5 5 5 5 5 4 42+ 5 5 5 4 3 3 School of Construction Economics and Management Construction Studies 42+ 34+ 36+ 5 4 5 5 4 5 3 3 *Written and graphic drawing excercise required. 36+ 36+ 5 5 5 5 5FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES 11 Programme Health Sciences: • Biomedical Sciences • Biokinetics • Health Systems Sciences Clinical Medical Practice Medicine and Surgery Dental Science* Oral Health Sciences* Nursing Pharmacy Occupational Duration (years) Selection English Home Language or First Additional Language Mathematics Maths Literacy 3 3 6 5 3 4 4 All applicants are required to write the NBT by 18 August 2025 www.nbt.ac.za * Requires a job shadowing Certificate of Attendance hours to be completed (minimum 16 hours) 5 4 5 5 5 4 Life Sciences Physical Sciences Therapy* Physiotherapy* 4 4 Life Sciences and/or Physical Sciences 5 7 5 5 4 4 5 1 July 31 July 4 5 4 4 5 4 5 7 5 5 4 5 Life Sciences and Physical Sciences 5 4 4 5 4 512 FACULTY OF HUMANITIES Programme Duration (years) APS English Home Language or First Additional Language Mathematics Maths Literacy Arts (BA) 3 36+ 5 Arts (Law) Professional and Specialist degrees: Wits School of Arts (WSoA) Arts in Digital Arts 3 43+ 5 3 4 36+ 5 Arts in Theatre and Performance 4 34+ 5 Arts in Film and Television 4 34+ 5 Arts in Fine Arts 4 34+ 5 Music Wits School of Education (WSoE) Bachelor of Education (BEd) Foundation Phase Teaching Intermediate Phase Teaching Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching 4 4 4 4 School of Human and Community Development (SHCD) Speech- Language Pathology* Audiology* Social Work 34+ 37+ Technical Mathematics 4 Additional Requirements: Audition, Portfolio or Written Assignment 5 5 4 5 5 37+ 5 4 5 5 37+ 5 4 34+ 5 4 4 34+ 5 4 4 34+ 5 *All applicants are required to write the NBT by 18 August 2025 www.nbt.ac.za Not applicable to Social Work *Teaching subjects are compulsory for Bachelor of Education (BEd): Senior Phase & Further Education and Training Teaching Teaching subjects: Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Engineering, Graphics & Design (EGD), Geography, History, IsiZulu- Home Language, IsiZulu- First Additional Language, Sesotho- Home Language, Sesotho- First Additional Language, Information Technology, Mechanical Technology (Auto), Mathematics 65%, Technical Mathematics 65%13 Programme Science (BSc) General Biological Sciences Biological Sciences Earth Sciences Geographical and Archaeological Sciences Geospatial Sciences Environmental Studies Geological Sciences Mathematical Sciences Actuarial Science Computational and Applied Mathematics Computer Science Mathematical Sciences Physical Sciences Physical Sciences (Chemistry/Physics) Chemistry with Chemical Engineering Materials Science Astronomy and Astrophysics FACULTY OF SCIENCE Duration (years) 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 APS 42+ 43+ 42+ 42+ 42+ 42+ English Home Language or First Additional Language 5 5 5 Mathematics Physical Sciences 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 42+ 44+ 7 6 7 5 6 44+ 3 3 3 3 42+ 42+ 43+ 43+ 5 7 5 5 5 6 7 6 6 6 5 7 7 5 6 5 3 43+ All applicants are required to write the NBT by 31 October 2025 5 6 614 Closing Dates For Applications 30 June 2025 • All Health Sciences Programmes • Architecture • Audiology 30 Sept 2025 • All Other Programmes • Residence Applications • Film And Television • Speech-Language Pathology www.wits.ac.za/undergraduate/apply-to-wits15 Apply online www.wits.ac.za Pay attention to closing dates & follow steps 1 to 5 Choose your programme/s Refer to the minimum admission requirements Upload supporting documents at the time of application Pay your application fee Please note that validations are now in place www.wits.ac.za/undergraduate/apply-to-wits Submit your application Access the self-service portalSources of Financing Don’t forget to allocate funds for a monthly allowance or income to cover your personal expenses while studying. 16 1. Self-funding 2. Parent, Guardian / ReligiousGroups 3. Bank Loan 4. Bursaries 5. NSFAS Household with max. annual income of R350 000 Households with maxi- mum annual income of R350 000 to R600 000 must complete online applications. Apply online: www.nsfas.org.za17 Scholarships VCs Equality Scholarship UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS Sport Scholarship National Olympiad Winners (Mathematics & English) Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarship A R50,000 tuition grant is awarded to the ten most outstanding matriculants Awards are calculated according to the Wits Admission Points Score (APS) APS of 51+ R42 000 APS of 48-50 R30 000 APSof 45-47 R15 000 APSof 43-44 R10 000 * Excludes Life Orientation. * Max. six subjects18 • We offer over 30 sporting codes, including, football, rugby & cricket, tennis, basketball & netball, etc. • Two Olympic sized swimming pools • Artificial hockey turf & futsal courts • Wits Fitness & Wellness Centre ranging from hard-court sports to field sports, the martial arts and aquatics19 The Brian & Dorothy Zylstra sports complex Get ready to experience innovation, top-tier facilities, and the ultimate in sports training, health, and wellbeing from 2026 What’s in it for YOU? State-of-the-Art Facilities worth 250 million rands A hub for athletes, future sports scientists, and sports enthusiasts Features You’ll Love Integrated facility for training, research and clinical practice Biokinetics rooms to keep athletes at their peak Outdoor training areas for next-level workouts Sports Residences Comfortable 44-bed apartments for athletes Chill lounges for rest and socializing after training Aquatic Centre Olympic-size pool for elite training20 The WITS ANGLO AMERICAN DIGITAL DOME Get ready for a mind-blowing, out-of-this-world experience! The Wits Anglo American Digital Dome invites you to explore the universelike never before, it is a state-of-the-art multidisciplinary facility with infinite possibilities. The new Wits Digital Dome offers a 360°immersive experience for visitors of all ages. It is a modern teaching venue and a collaborative research space where scientists and students can visualise their work. Join us for breathtaking shows designed to ignite your imagination and bring science to life. • Immerse yourself in stunning visuals and cutting-edge storytelling • See the Sun’s fiery secrets, cosmic explosions, and star-filled galaxies • Take a deep dive into astronomy, science, and the wonders of space Shows begin 1 February 2025 everyTuesdays to Fridays: 10 AM, 11:30 AM, and 1 PM https://digitaldome.wits.ac.za Space is limited—reserve your seat today21 GATEWAY TO SUCCESS Gateway to Success is a compulsory two week introductory programme for all new first year students at Wits. It is a holistic orientation programme that helps 1st year students transition into university. It integrates academic skills, student life skills and, health and wellness. It will be run in a blended format, with some activities taking place on campus and some being run in an online mode. Academic skills components include workshopssuch as digital skills, academic writing, academic integrity and Wits’ online learning platform, Ulwazi, as well as faculty-specific offerings. On-campus activities cover student wellness, holistic personal development and support, appreciation of diversity, culture, social responsibility, and community-building. New first-year students, Gateway to Success (GTS) is designed for you!21 Campus Housingand Residence Life (CHRL) 1 in 5 Witsies live in one of our 14 residences! RESIDENCEAPPLICATION CLOSINGDATE:30Sept2025 Modern, secure, professionally managed and well-maintained. Res life is often one of the most rewarding experiences of a Wits student’s university journey.22 With Wits, Your Future Is Bright Student Call Centre: 011 717 1888 ask.wits@wits.ac.za | www.wits.ac.za << Virtual campus TOURTry out our Kudubot See you in 2026! 100 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE AND INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION << Full wits prospectusDISCLAIMER: The advice rendered is an auxiliary service and is in no way binding to the decision in respect of the study and career opportunities taken by the client. It remains the responsibility of the client to make his/her own choice according to his/her own needs with regards to a field of study to be applied for. The advice may contain the personal opinions of the staff member and is not necessarily the opinion or policy of the University of the Witwatersrand. Consequently, no guarantees, rights, privileges or damages may be inferred in this regard.