Admission requirements

Overseas students with a good knowledge of English may apply directly for regular degree studies at the universities (the same way as South African students). They must, however, hold the Matriculation Certificate or an equivalent qualification (High School or Secondary School Leaving Certificate) obtained at the end of 12 years of formal education. They also must meet the other admission requirements specific to each institution and each degree.

Equivalence
The evaluation procedure varies according to the studies level :

• Undergraduate studies
For first degree study, the universities require a Certificate of Exemption on the grounds of a foreign qualification. Applications must be addressed to :
The Matriculation Board
P.O.Box. 3854
Pretoria, 0001
South Africa
Tel : +27 (12) 481 2847
www.sauvca.org.za/mb

• Graduate Studies
The evaluation of educational qualifications falls under the responsibility of the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), whether it is for graduate level study or employment purposes.
All applications must be addressed to :
SAQA (Evaluation of Qualifications) 
Postnet Suite 248
Private Bag X06
Waterkloof, 0145
South Africa
Tel : +27 (12) 346 9158
Fax : +27 (12) 346 5812
For further information : www.saqa.org.za

Languages
South Africa has an overwhelming number of official languages, but English is widely spoken and most institutions require, as a prerequisite, a certification proving proficiency in English.
All international students will be obliged to submit a TOEFL score of at least 550 to the university before registration. The arrangements must be made directly by the student by contacting :
TOEFL
55 Empire Road
Empire Park building
Block C —Ground Floor
Parktown
Johannesburg, South Africa
Tel : +27 (11) 713 0600

Students who fail the test must take preparatory English courses.