The University of the Free State (UFS) warmly welcomes its future, present, and returning students to an exciting academic year, where opportunities for growth, learning, and community abound. As a proud member of the vibrant UFS family, get ready to dive into a world of knowledge and experiences that will shape your future. The UFS strongly urges all incoming first-year and senior students to frequent the registration website for a complete and detailed overview of essential information.
Important dates to remember
All new first-year students, mark your calendars for essential dates:
- Curriculum advice and registration: 5-9 February 2024
- Classes commence: 12 February 2024
- Last date to add/change modules: 16 February 2024
- Deadline to cancel modules with full credit: 31 March 2024
Senior students, your academic year begins with guidance from your faculties – starting from 22 January 2024, leading to these crucial dates:
- Registration: 29 January-12 February 2024
- Classes commence: 12 February 2024
- Last date to add/change modules: 16 February 2024
- Last date to cancel modules with full credit: 31 March 2024
Postgraduate students, your journey towards enrolment and progression includes:
- Registration for new research master’s and doctoral students takes place throughout the year.
- For returning master’s and doctoral students:
- First semester: 29 January-12 February 2024
- Second semester: 8-19 July 2024
Resources at your fingertips
Navigate your registration journey smoothly with these resources:
- Registration Guide: 8 steps to take: https://ufsweb.co/3sZOOet
- Online Registration Guide – User Manual: https://ufsweb.co/489Qf8O
- Registration Guide – First-Year Students: https://ufsweb.co/4aeLQDF
- Registration Guide – Senior Students: https://ufsweb.co/46RMWSC
- Registration Guide – Postgraduate Students: https://ufsweb.co/3TnjeSm
- Registration Activity Guide – User Manual: https://ufsweb.co/47Tvv5O
- Service Request Management – User Manual: https://ufsweb.co/3t5cIFp
How to seek assistance
Should you require guidance or have enquiries regarding the registration process, multiple avenues are at your disposal:
Institutional Contact Centre: Call +27 51 401 9111 or WhatsApp +27 87 240 6370
Email Support: Reach out to studentadmin@ufs.ac.za
Faculty support tailored for you
Each faculty offers specialised support designed to cater to your needs:
- Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences: https://www.ufs.ac.za/econ
- Faculty of Education: https://www.ufs.ac.za/edu
- Faculty of Health Sciences: https://www.ufs.ac.za/health
- Faculty of The Humanities: https://www.ufs.ac.za/humanities
- Faculty of Law: https://www.ufs.ac.za/law
- Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences: https://www.ufs.ac.za/natagri
- Faculty of Theology and Religion: https://www.ufs.ac.za/theology
Prepare to embark on an incredible academic expedition at the University of the Free State! As part of the UFS family, immerse yourself in a diverse, vibrant, and enriching community. Welcome aboard and get ready to thrive!