University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)

University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN)

Overview

The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is located in Durban and is a leading institution for higher education, particularly in the fields of medicine, agriculture, and social sciences.

Admission Requirements

  • Undergraduate: An APS score of 28-35 depending on the course, with required subjects such as Mathematics for science-related programs.
  • Postgraduate: A relevant undergraduate qualification, and possibly a research proposal for certain courses.

Typical Courses

  • Undergraduate Courses:
    • Medicine, Agriculture, Engineering, Arts, Education, and Business.
  • Postgraduate Courses:
    • Master’s degrees and PhDs in Health Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences, and more.

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate: Bachelor’s degrees across multiple fields.
  • Postgraduate: Master’s and doctoral qualifications.

Study Years

  • Undergraduate: 3-4 years for a Bachelor’s degree.
  • Postgraduate: 1-2 years for a Master’s degree, and 3-4 years for a PhD.

Fees

Undergraduate tuition fees are typically between R30,000 and R55,000 annually.

Careers

Graduates are well placed in fields like:

  • Healthcare, Engineering, Social Work, and Education.

Benefits

  • Strong focus on research and community service.
  • Excellent health and social science programs.
  • Vibrant campus life.

Drawbacks

  • Some programs may have limited spaces and high competition.
  • High cost of education for international students.