Early Health Sciences Deadline: 31 May
UFS has the earliest medical school closing date in South Africa: 31 May 2026 for MBChB, Radiation Sciences, and Occupational Therapy. Meeting minimum UFS APS requirements does not guarantee admission.
| Key Verification Field | Official Institutional Details |
|---|---|
| Official Application Website | www.ufs.ac.za/apply |
| Application Opening Date | 1 April 2026 |
| Closing Dates (2027 Intake) |
• 31 May 2026: MBChB, Radiation Sciences, Medical Physics. • 31 July 2026: Architecture, Nursing, Social Work. • 30 September 2026: Law, Agriculture, Natural Sciences, EMS, Humanities, Education. |
| Application Fee | Free Online (R0) for South African citizens. |
| Qualification Categories | Higher Certificates (NQF 5), Diplomas (NQF 6), Bachelor's Degrees (NQF 7), Postgraduate. |
| APS Calculation Method | Best 6 subjects excluding Life Orientation. Minimum APS 30 for degree admission. |
| Status Checking Portal | UFS Student Self-Service Portal |
| Campuses | Bloemfontein Campus, Qwaqwa Campus (Phuthaditjhaba), South Campus. |
| Official Prospectus Link | ufs.ac.za/prospective/ |
| Verified Last-Updated Date | 20 October 2026 (Verified against UFS Prospectus) |