Categories: University Admissions 2023

University of Limpopo Online Application Guide 2027

If you are planning to study at the University of Limpopo in 2027, this is the right time to begin your application. The university is officially accepting new students into its various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and you could be one of the successful applicants to secure admission.

This article covers everything you need to know about applying, including the application dates, eligibility criteria, entry requirements, required documents, available courses, and the step-by-step application process.

When UL 2027 Applications Open

The University of Limpopo will officially open the 2027 application window on 1 June 2026. Applicants must complete their applications through the university’s online portal, as manual applications will not be accepted.

UL 2027 Application Deadline

Generally, all applications to the University of Limpopo will close on 31 October 2026. If you miss this deadline, you will need to wait for the next application cycle, as late submissions are not accepted.

Eligibility Criteria

The University of Limpopo accepts applications from individuals who do not currently have a student number at the university, including:

South African citizens
Holders of permanent residence in South Africa
Holders of refugee status in South Africa
Holders of asylum seeker status in South Africa
Holders of diplomatic status in South Africa
International students

Programmes Offered at the University of Limpopo

Faculty of Health Sciences

Nursing Sciences
Optometry
Pharmacy
Public Health
Human Nutrition and Dietetics
Medicine
Surgery
Obstetrics and Gynaecology (O&G) / Women’s Health
Paediatrics and Child Health
Family Medicine
Psychiatry and Mental Health
Pathology
Community Health / Public Health Medicine
Radiation Medicine and Medical Imaging
Medical Sciences and Pre-Clinical Sciences

Faculty of Humanities

Mathematics, Science and Technology Education
Educational Studies
Language and Social Sciences Education
Communication, Media and Information Studies
Languages
Linguistics, Translation and Interpreting
Sociology and Anthropology
Criminology and Criminal Justice
Cultural and Political Studies
Psychology
Social Work

Faculty of Science and Agriculture

Agricultural Economics and Animal Production
Geography and Environmental Studies
Plant Production and Soil Science
Water and Sanitation
Computer Science
Mathematics and Applied Mathematics
Statistics and Operations Research
Biodiversity
Physiology and Environmental Health
Biochemistry, Microbiology and Biotechnology
Chemistry
Physics
Geology and Mining

Faculty of Management and Law

Law
Economics and Management
Accountancy

Documents Required to Apply

Applicants must submit the following documents when applying to the University of Limpopo:

South African ID
Passport (for international applicants)
Parent or guardian’s ID or passport (for applicants under 18)
National Senior Certificate
Final Grade 11 results with school stamp
Academic record (for transfer students only)
Universities South Africa accreditation from the South African University Examination Board (for international qualifications)
Conditional exemption letter (if applicable)

Application Fee

All 2027 applications to the University of Limpopo must include proof of payment for the application fee:

South African applicants: R200
International applicants: R750

Admission Entry Requirements

To be considered for admission at the University of Limpopo, applicants must possess at least one of the following qualifications:

Matriculation Certificate (prior to 2008)
National Senior Certificate (NSC) with Bachelor’s degree endorsement
National Certificate (Vocational)
A competitive Admission Point Score (APS)
Successful completion of a placement test (if required)

How to Apply Online

Follow these steps to apply online:

Visit the official website: www.ul.ac.za
Sign in to the iEnabler system.
Navigate to Academic Application.
Review the application rules and click Accept.
Go to Attended School, select your school name, and save.
Enter your school-leaving subjects.
Go to Disabilities, select the relevant option (if applicable), and save.
Proceed to the application submission page.
Enter your academic qualifications, save, and continue.
Pay the application fee, then upload all required documents.
Finally, click Finish to submit your completed application form.

If you submit your application correctly and meet all the admission requirements, the University of Limpopo will review your application and notify you of the outcome.