University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) Courses – Full List by Faculty
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is one of South Africa’s leading academic institutions, offering a wide range of undergraduate programmes across five colleges. If you’re looking to study at UKZN in 2026, here’s a detailed guide to all the courses available, including their duration and entry requirements.
College of Agriculture, Engineering and Science
Engineering Degrees (4 years)
- BSc in Agricultural Engineering
- BSc in Chemical Engineering
- BSc in Civil Engineering
- BSc in Computer Engineering
- BSc in Electrical Engineering
- BSc in Electronic Engineering
- BSc in Mechanical Engineering
- BSc in Land Surveying
Agricultural and Biological Sciences
- BSc Agric. in Agricultural Economics
- Bachelor of Agricultural Management (3 years)
- BSc Agric. in Plant Sciences
- BSc Agric. in Agribusiness
- BSc Agric. in Plant Pathology
- BSc Agric. in Soil Science
- BSc Agric. in Animal and Poultry Science
General Science Streams
- BSc in Life and Earth Sciences
- BSc in Mathematics Stream
- BSc in Geographic Information Systems and Earth Observation
- BSc in Applied Chemistry
- BSc in Chemistry and Chemical Technology
- BSc in Computer Science and Information Technology
- BSc in Crop and Horticultural Science
- BSc in Environmental Science
- BSc in Environmental and Earth Science
- BSc in Geological Science
- BSc in Marine Biology
- BSc Augmented Programme (4 years)
- BSc Engineering Access Programme (1 year)
College of Health Sciences
Health-Related Degrees
- Bachelor of Audiology (4 years)
- Bachelor of Speech-Language Therapy (4 years)
- Bachelor of Dental Therapy (3 years)
- B Medical Science in Anatomy (3 years)
- B Medical Science in Physiology (3 years)
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (4 years)
- Bachelor of Optometry (4 years)
- Bachelor of Oral Hygiene (3 years)
- Bachelor of Pharmacy (4 years)
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (4 years)
- Bachelor of Sport Science (3 years)
- Bachelor of Nursing (4 years)
- Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) – 6 years
College of Humanities
Education Programmes
- BEd in Foundation Phase Teaching
- BEd in Intermediate Phase Teaching
- BEd in Senior Phase and Further Education & Training
Arts and Social Sciences
- BA in General Studies
- BA in Cultural and Heritage Tourism
- BA in Music (3 years)
- BA in Music Foundation (4 years)
- BA in Philosophy, Politics & Law
- BA in International Studies
- BA in Visual Art
- B Social Science in General Studies
- B Social Science in Geography and Environmental Management
- B Social Science in Housing
- B Social Work (4 years)
- B Theology
- B Social Science in Government, Business & Ethics
- B Architectural Studies
- Humanities Extended Curriculum Programme (4 years)
⚖️ College of Law and Management Studies
Law and Business
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) – Full-time (4 years)
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) – Part-time (6 years)
- Bachelor of Administration
- Bachelor of Business Administration
- Bachelor of Business Science in Finance (4 years)
- Bachelor of Business Science in Investment Science (4 years)
- BCom (General) (3 years)
- BCom in Accounting
- BCom General – Extended Curriculum (4 years)
- BCom Accounting – Extended Curriculum (4 years)
Entry Requirements Summary
- Most BSc and Engineering programmes require Maths and Physical Science Level 5 or higher
- Health Sciences require Life Science and Maths (Level 3–5 depending on the course)
- Law and Business programmes typically need English and Maths or Maths Literacy
- APS scores range from 26 to 33+, depending on programme competitiveness
How to Apply to UKZN for 2026
All applications must be submitted online through the Central Applications Office (CAO) at www.cao.ac.za. Be sure to submit your documents early and meet the correct admission requirements for your programme of interest.
Whether you’re dreaming of becoming a doctor, teacher, engineer, scientist, or lawyer, UKZN has a course for you. Apply early and take the first step towards your academic future in 2026!
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