The management of the University of the Western Cape, UWC wishes to inform all applicants that online application into various programs for 2026 is ongoing at www.uwc.ac.za.
- Don’t Miss out – UWC Online Application Date 2026
Applications for the 2026 academic year at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) will open in March 2026. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various faculties, including:
- Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Faculty of Community Health Sciences
- Faculty of Dentistry
- Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Natural Sciences
- Faculty of Science
How to Apply Online at the University of The Western Cape
You can apply online through the UWC website.
- University of The Western Cape Online Application Portal – https://www.uwc.ac.za/online-applications
Here are the steps on how to apply:
- Visit the UWC website (https://www.uwc.ac.za/) and click on the “Apply Now” button.
- Select the “Undergraduate Applications” option.
- Choose the programme you want to apply for.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit all required documents, including:
- Certified copy of your Matric certificate or Senior Certificate with a Bachelor’s pass
- A minimum achievement level of 4 in four higher-grade subjects relevant to your chosen program of study
- English language proficiency
- Certified copy of your identity document
- Recent academic results (e.g., Grade 11 results or June 2026 exam results for Grade 12 applicants)
- Proof of any previous studies, if applicable
- An affidavit describing your activities after your matric year, if applicable (for post-matric applicants)
PLEASE NOTE:
The closing date for applications is usually in September of the year before you want to start studying. However, the exact closing date for 2026 applications has not been announced yet.
Here Are Some Additional Things to Keep in Mind:
- There is no application fee.
- You can apply for up to three programmes.
- You will need to create an account on the UWC website before you can apply.
- Once you have submitted your application, you will be able to track its progress online.
If you are still unable to access the University of the Western Cape, UWC Online Application please visit the official website provided below, or kindly drop a comment and we will give you a reply within 48 hours.
Is there no room for late entry?
good day,
please could you try and give feed back on my application status.
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Lebakeng
It will be an honor to find a place to study with you ,I hope you will be able to help me in this hard time.
Dear Sir /Madam
I am S’Babalwe i applied for BA in Journalism as my first choice and an LLB as my second choise. I received my results and i passed with Batchelors. I have been trying to check my status for admissions for an LLB degree.
Kindly respond as I feel i don’t want to miss registration opportunity.
Hi there,
Please contact the official website.
Good day
I would like to know my application status . Im unable to go through the online system
My student number: 21M0834820.
Thank you
Hi there,
The link to University of the Western Cape Application status is provided below
University of the Western Cape Application Status – http://www.uwc.ac.za