Public university · Western Cape

University of the Western Cape

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2027 applications: open from 1 April 2026, close 30 September 2026 · Free to apply. Max 2 programme choices per application Dates can change and vary by programme - always confirm on www.uwc.ac.za.

Programmes at UWC

18 shown · 18 in catalogue

Bachelor of Arts in Law - BA (Law)

BCom Financial Accounting

BCom Information Systems

BSc Chemical Sciences

BEd Accounting (FET), Economic and Management Sciences (SP) and Mathematics (SP)

BEd Mathematics (SP), Mathematical Literacy (SP & FET) and Natural Science (SP)

BEd Languages (SP & FET) and Life Orientation (SP)

BEd Languages (SP & FET) and Mathematics (SP)

BEd Languages (SP & FET) and Social Sciences (SP)

BEd Foundation Phase Teaching

UWC · Main campus

Closes 30 Sep 2026

Applying to UWC

Online application guide

Step-by-step on applying to UWC - what you need, fees, and the deadline.

Status-check guide

How to check your UWC application status the right way.

UWC application questions

You apply to University of the Western Cape directly on UWC's own online application portal. Create your applicant profile, add your programme, upload your documents, pay the fee, and submit before the closing date. See our UWC online application guide for the full steps.

UWC is free to apply to. You pay the institution on its official portal - AskSmarty never takes payment. Late applications can cost more.

It depends on the programme. UWC uses the standard APS for most programmes. Each UWC programme page shows its required score or entry requirements - use the calculator to work out your APS first.

Log in to the portal you applied through and open your application status. See our UWC status-check guide for the exact steps and the official login link. Never share your login or pay anyone to "release" an offer.

It depends on the programme and the cycle. Check the deadline tracker for UWC programmes still showing open, and always confirm the current closing date on the official site before you rely on it.

AskSmarty is an independent national guide - not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by UWC or the CAO. Facts are drawn from the official prospectus and confirmed against the institution’s site. Always confirm details on the official source before applying.