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2020-02-26 |
UFS to host public lecture with Governor of Reserve Bank |
2020-02-26 |
UFS to host public lecture with Governor of Reserve Bank |
2020-02-26 |
Vegetable tunnels established to continue the fight against food insecurity |
2020-02-26 |
Vegetable tunnels established to continue the fight against food insecurity |
2020-02-25 |
Kovsie alumna secures spot on SAICA Honours Roll |
2020-02-25 |
Kovsie alumna secures spot on SAICA Honours Roll |
2020-02-24 |
Schools honoured for delivering top Kovsie students |
2020-02-24 |
Schools honoured for delivering top Kovsie students |
2020-02-18 |
UFS collaborates with Gift of the Givers to improve food security |
2020-02-18 |
UFS collaborates with Gift of the Givers to improve food security |
2020-02-18 |
Proud new Kovsies tell their stories |
2020-02-18 |
Proud new Kovsies tell their stories |
2020-02-18 |
UFS shines light on bright matriculant stars |
2020-02-18 |
UFS shines light on bright matriculant stars |
2020-02-18 |
UFS Mental Health Student Toolkit a winning formula |
2020-02-18 |
UFS Mental Health Student Toolkit a winning formula |
2020-02-18 |
Download KovsieApp for real-time urgent communication |
2020-02-18 |
Download KovsieApp for real-time urgent communication |
2020-02-17 |
UFS Student Toolkit first of its kind in South Africa |
2020-02-17 |
UFS Student Toolkit first of its kind in South Africa |
2020-02-13 |
CUADS: human rights-based support for students with disabilities |
2020-02-13 |
CUADS: human rights-based support for students with disabilities |
2020-02-12 |
Strong transformational focus at faculty opening, celebrating 40 years |
2020-02-12 |
Strong transformational focus at faculty opening, celebrating 40 years |
2020-02-12 |
Expo promises to keep Bloemfontein healthy and fit |
2020-02-12 |
Expo promises to keep Bloemfontein healthy and fit |
2020-02-12 |
Active citizenship and accountability can save South Africa from the precipice |
2020-02-12 |
Active citizenship and accountability can save South Africa from the precipice |
2020-02-11 |
Endless possibilities for women in science, says UFS zoologist |
2020-02-11 |
Endless possibilities for women in science, says UFS zoologist |
2020-02-11 |
Qwaqwa first-year students formally welcomed to the UFS |
2020-02-11 |
Qwaqwa first-year students formally welcomed to the UFS |
2020-02-11 |
Visibility and impact the focus in 2020 |
2020-02-11 |
Visibility and impact the focus in 2020 |
2020-02-07 |
New principal exhorts South Campus students to ‘unlock their future’ |
2020-02-07 |
New principal exhorts South Campus students to ‘unlock their future’ |
2020-02-07 |
Kovsie Alumni Trust secures R2,4 million in funding to relieve student debt |
2020-02-07 |
Kovsie Alumni Trust secures R2,4 million in funding to relieve student debt |
2020-02-07 |
Get your 2020 vision clear with the new Kovsie Advice |
2020-02-07 |
Get your 2020 vision clear with the new Kovsie Advice |
2020-02-06 |
Symposium bridges the gap between students, staff, and management |
2020-02-06 |
Symposium bridges the gap between students, staff, and management |
2020-02-06 |
Clarification of urgent notice regarding accredited and non-accredited accommodation |
2020-02-06 |
Clarification of urgent notice regarding accredited and non-accredited accommodation |
2020-02-04 |
Three from UFS selected for prestigious future-professors programme |
2020-02-04 |
Three from UFS selected for prestigious future-professors programme |
2020-02-04 |
2020 Kovsie ACT programme rounds off on an electrifying note! |
2020-02-04 |
2020 Kovsie ACT programme rounds off on an electrifying note! |
2020-02-04 |
Universities unite to discuss fragility and resilience in higher education |
2020-02-04 |
Universities unite to discuss fragility and resilience in higher education |
2020-02-03 |
Shimlas starts Varsity Cup with experienced team |
2020-02-03 |
Shimlas starts Varsity Cup with experienced team |
2020-02-03 |
Break the cycle of road accidents at traffic circles |
2020-02-03 |
Break the cycle of road accidents at traffic circles |
UFS application figures show a good upward trend
2008-10-23
Applications for admission to the University of the Free State (UFS) are showing an upward trend. In comparison with the same time last year, the total application figure has increased from 6 273 to 7 507 – a growth of 19,7%.
So far, applications for postgraduate studies are showing the biggest growth with 1 342 applications received. During the same time last year, 594 applications for postgraduate studies were received – an increase of 126%.
Prospective students have until 30 November 2008 to apply for admission. “This applies to first-time entering first-year students and senior students who have interrupted their studies for at least one year,” said Mr Vernon Collett, Registrar: Student Academic Services, at the UFS.
According to Mr Collett students whose applications for admission are received after 30 November 2008 and until 13 January 2009 will be accepted subject to the availability of place on the programme they applied for.
Applications from prospective students who wrote the Senior Certificate (prior to 2008) and who are in the possession of a conditional exemption will only be accepted until 5 January 2009.
Prospective students who want to apply must pay a non-refundable fee of R140.
The signed application form must be accompanied by a certified copy of the prospective student’s identity document or passport, a proof of payment of the application fee as well as a certified copy of their Statement of Results of their Senior Certificate.
Prospective students who are in Grade 12 this year will receive a National Senior Certificate. A certified copy of their Statement of Results must be faxed to the UFS not later than 7 January 2009.
The application form of a minor must be signed by his/her parent or guardian and the field of study should be clearly indicated.
First-time entering first-year students from the Faculties of Economic and Management Sciences and the Humanities (including Education) will be welcomed by the Acting Rector, Prof. Teuns Verschoor, on Friday, 9 January 2009 at 09:00 in the Callie Human Centre on the Main Campus.
The welcoming of students from the Faculties of Health Sciences, Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Law and Theology will take place on Saturday, 10 January 2009 at 09:00 in the Callie Human Centre.
The registration of first-time entering first-year students will commence on 13 January 2009 and that of senior students on 19 January 2009 at the Callie Human Centre according to a programme.
Students who applied for admission after 30 November 2008 and are accepted can register from 4 February 2009.
Lectures will commence on 2 February 2009 and the registration process will end on 10 February 2009. This is applicable to all students – undergraduate as well as postgraduates
Prospective students who want to apply for admission or who have any enquiries can call 051 401 3000 or visit the UFS web site at www.ufs.ac.za.
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Media Release:
Issued by: Lacea Loader
Assistant Director: Media Liaison
Tel: 051 401 2584
Cell: 083 645 2454
E-mail: loaderl.stg@ufs.ac.za
22 October 2008 |