The short answer to “Are applications open at Walter Sisulu University?” is YES. Applications for the 2024 academic year at Walter Sisulu University (WSU) are now open. The university accepts online applications only, and there is no application fee.
nb: WSU accepts online applications only and the deadline for applications is 31 January 2024.
To be eligible for admission to WSU, you will need to meet the following minimum requirements:
- A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 30% in the language of teaching and learning of the higher education institution, as certified by Umalusi, the Quality Assurance Council
- A minimum achievement level of 5 (50-59%) in four NSC subjects, excluding Life Orientation
- A minimum achievement level of 4 (40-49%) in one other NSC subject
In addition to the minimum requirements, you may also need to meet specific requirements for the programme you are applying to. For example, you may need to have taken certain subjects at school or have achieved a certain average in those subjects.
WSU online application 2024/2025
To submit your online application to study at Walter Sisulu University WSU, applicants need to follow all the steps:
Step 1: Visit the WSU website and access the online application portal.
Step 2: Fill in personal details, including address information.
Step 3: Select the desired undergraduate or postgraduate program. Take note of the admission minimum requirements.
Step 4: Submit the necessary documents
Individuals submitting online applications for admission to the Walter Sisulu University must submit the necessary documents, depending on the applicant’s category:
The university considers various post-matric certificates for admission purposes.
1. The following certificates are accepted:
- The “Old Senior” certificate
- The National Senior Certificate “NSC”
- National Certificate Vocational “NCV”
- N6 certificate
- Current grade 12 learners must upload grade 11 final results and first quarter or mid-year results if available.
- Post-matric candidates must upload a matric or equivalent certificate, academic record, copy of ID or passport.
2. Some departments may consider mature age exemption for admission into some programmes. For more information you may enquire from the Admissions Office at supportappl@wsu.ac.za. You can also view the fee payment required.
Transfer students
Students transferring from another tertiary institution must submit the following documents:
- Matric Certificate
- Post-matric certificate;
- Identity document;
- Official academic report;
- Conduct certificate