The North-West University (NWU) has released the 2027 Undergraduate Prospectus for prospective students who want to study at the university.
The prospectus provides detailed information about:
- Courses and qualifications offered at NWU
- Admission requirements and APS scores
- Faculty and programme information
- Application procedures
- Campus details and student support services
Students planning to apply for the 2027 academic year should read the prospectus carefully to ensure they meet the programme requirements.
👉 Download the NWU Prospectus 2027 (PDF):
NWU Campuses
North-West University operates across three campuses in South Africa:
- Mahikeng Campus – North West Province
- Potchefstroom Campus – North West Province
- Vanderbijlpark Campus – Gauteng
Each campus offers different programmes across several faculties.
Faculties at North-West University
Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences
Programmes include:
- BCom Accounting
- BCom Economics
- BCom Financial Management
- BCom Human Resource Management
- BCom Supply Chain Management
- BCom Marketing
Admission generally requires:
- National Senior Certificate (NSC)
- Minimum APS depending on programme
- English Level 4 or higher.
Faculty of Engineering
Engineering programmes include:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
Typical requirements include:
- Mathematics Level 6 or higher
- Physical Science Level 6
- High APS score depending on programme.
Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Courses offered include:
- BSc Agricultural Economics
- BSc Environmental Sciences
- BSc Biological Sciences
- BSc Mathematics and Statistics
- BSc Information Technology
Applicants must normally have:
- Mathematics Level 5 or higher
- Physical Sciences or Life Sciences depending on the course.
Faculty of Humanities
Programmes include:
- BA Communication
- BA Psychology
- BA Languages
- BA Political Studies
- Social Work
Most programmes require:
- English Level 4 or higher
- APS score depending on programme.
Faculty of Health Sciences
Programmes include:
- Nursing
- Occupational Hygiene
- Human Movement Science
- Biokinetics
- Nutrition
Health programmes may include additional selection criteria or interviews.
Faculty of Education
Teaching programmes include:
- Bachelor of Education (Foundation Phase)
- Bachelor of Education (Intermediate Phase)
- Bachelor of Education (Senior Phase and FET)
Applicants must meet Bachelor degree admission requirements and subject requirements relevant to teaching specialisations.
Minimum Admission Requirements
To study at NWU, applicants must have:
- A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification
- The required APS score for the chosen programme
- Required subjects such as Mathematics, Physical Sciences or English
Some programmes may also require:
- Portfolio submissions
- Interviews
- Additional assessments
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission, as selection is competitive.
How to Apply to North-West University for 2027
Applications for NWU must be submitted online.
Steps to apply:
- Visit the NWU website
- Click Apply for Admission
- Create an online student profile
- Complete the application form
- Upload required documents
- Submit the application
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
- Certified copy of South African ID or passport
- Grade 11 results or latest Grade 12 results
- Any additional documents required by the programme.
NWU Contact Details
For student enquiries:
📞 Telephone: 018 299 1111
🌐 Website: https://www.nwu.ac.za