English proficiency test

In order for international students to fit into both the academic and social environment, they need to be conversant in English. All international applicants whose first language is not English, will have to write and pass the TOEFL test.

Application and more information:

• TOEFL (Test of English as a foreign language)
• IELTS (International English Language Testing System).

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Evaluation of qualificaitons – SAQA

Postgraduate applicants must have their qualifications evaluated by SAQA (South African Qualifications Authority).

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Fees

For more information go to Fees and funding.

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International students

For more information go to International students.

Accommodation

Accommodation is limited at Onderstepoort and therefore an early reservation should be made.

Fees

For more information go to Postgraduate fees. Please take note of the International administration fee.

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Requirements for admission

Subject to the stipulations of the applicable General Regulations, a BScHons, a four-year BScAgric, BVSc or equivalent degree or a relevant postgraduate diploma (on NQF level 8) is required.

Additional Requirements

In certain cases, it remains the prerogative of the head of department to require, in addition to the entrance requirements, the successful completion of an admissions test before registration. A student may be required to pass a proficiency test in English (TOEFL).

In cases where web-based/online modules are offered, basic computer skills are required in order to successfully participate in the degree programme.

All international applicants whose first language is not English, may be required to pass a proficiency test in English (TOEFL). Application and more information: www.ets.org/toefl/

Postgraduate applicants who have completed any foreign qualifications must have all their previous post-school qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) before applying for postgraduate studies at the University of Pretoria: www.saqa.org.za

International requirements

International students have to ensure they are aware of all aspects pertaining to them to study at the University of Pretoria which can be found at www.up.ac.za/isd 

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Scholarships – International students

For more information on scholarships for International students, go to Scholarships.

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Yearbook

Go to Yearbooks.

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