UFS Registration for First year, Senior, and Postgraduate students

UFS Registration Processes and Guidelines 2024.UFS Registration Process

UFS Registration Process  For Postgraduate Students

Your eligibility for admission will only be assessed once your certified academic transcripts (which must have been translated into English), a completed UFS application form, and a certified copy of your passport have been received.

UFS Registration Requirements for Postgraduates

Submit the following:

  • The completed and signed application form.
  • Certified copies of relevant academic results, transcripts, or information in English.
  • Two passport photographs of yourself.
  • Proof of deposit of the non-refundable application fee (refer to the application form for the amount).
  • Certified copy of the passport.
  • SAQA/USAF verification document.

Bear in mind that surface mail or airmail from your country may take longer than two to three weeks to reach South Africa. It is your responsibility to ensure that your application reaches the university before the closing date. Your application will be delayed further if you do not complete the application form as requested, if you do not send proof of payment of the non-refundable application fee, and if photographs or academic results are not attached.

To apply, check out the following information:

Postgraduate Quick Links.

UFS Postgraduate Registration Deadline 

Students have to report for first-semester registration in January and at the beginning of July for the second semester.

Checklist for registration

  • Students must have a valid study visa issued by the UFS. A study visa issued for a different university is not acceptable. No international student will be allowed to register without a valid study visa issued for the UFS.
  • To cancel the block on your student account, please bring the following documents with you on the day that you will be registering:
    • Passport
    • Study visa
    • Proof of payment of registration deposit (for more information on finances, please visit the website, then click on the fee calendar for more detailed information.)
    • Original documentation as submitted with your application
    • SAQA/USAf verification document (SAQA-POSTGRADUATE, USAF-UNDERGRADUATE)
Applications can now be completed online. Visit our website.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS MAY NOT REGISTER PROVISIONALLY. Timetables and information on class venues can be obtained from the website.

UFS Registration Process for First-Year

For starters, all first-year students are advised to obtain curriculum advice before registration. Your registration will either be online or manual. You should therefore contact your relevant faculty during the week of February 5–9, 2024, per the Curriculum Advising Program.

Step 1.

Complete the compulsory registration task with the registration agreement on PeopleSoft Campus Solutions (student portal)

Step 2.

Make the required first payment five (5) working days before registration or submit confirmation of your approved bursary or loan

Step 3.

Contact your faculty for curriculum advice (modules you need to register for) in order to proceed with your registration.

Step 4.

Proceed with your registration as advised by your faculty

Step 5.

Contact the Card Division for a student card once your registration is finalized.

Step 6.

Confirm your modules on Blackboard. Wait 24 hours before logging in to Blackboard.

Step 7.

Access your study material via Blackboard. If you are registered for UFSS1504, you will receive Blackboard training during this module. If you are in the extended programme and will only register for UFSS1522
next year, the Blackboard office will contact you regarding Blackboard training.

For queries related to your modules not appearing on Blackboard (after the 24-hour period), please contact the Blackboard helpdesk via email ehelpdesk@ufs.ac.za, or call 051 401 9111 (select 5).

Step 8.

Access orientation information. You will find comprehensive registration information here:

THE REGISTRATION OF A STUDENT ONLY BECOMES OFFICIAL AFTER:

  • The first payment has been made or confirmation of a bursary covering all fees for the year has been submitted.
  • The student has registered for the qualification and modules during the registration period, and
  • The student has received an official proof of registration.

Download PDF of the registration Guidelines

UFS First Payment

The first payment is not the same for all students.

If you are not from South Africa, you may pay a different amount. If you register in person or online from a different location, the fees may differ slightly. You are only registered once you have paid all the required fees and completed the registration process.

before registration. Students will not be able to register until these payments are reflected in their tuition fee accounts.

Should the total fees for the year be less than the first payment required, the total fee must be paid.

Note: Should a student qualify for an academic merit award, it may be used, partially or fully, to cover the first payment.

UFS Amount Payable as First Payment and How to Pay

We have made it easy for you. The link below will take you straight to our Student Finance portal, where you can get a pdf version of it:

Students studying with financial aid from recognized and reputable funders are exempt from paying the first payment once all the following conditions have been met:

  • Historic debt from the previous year has been paid off.
  • The funding has been officially confirmed by the funder. Proof of confirmed funding must be submitted to Student Finance five (5) working days prior to registration. Please email the confirmation letter to tuitionfees@ufs.ac.za.
  • The funding awarded covers the full cost of study for the year

University of Free State Amount Payable as First Payment and Banking Details

UFS Registration Process for Senior Students

UFS Enrollment (registration) process for senior students will start on January 29, 2024. If you are a senior student who requires assistance with registration, please contact your faculty for academic advice. This will be available on January 22, 2024.

As a senior student, the following steps will guide you in your registration process: Follow carefully.

Step 1.

Confirm your academic standing on your ADS

Step 2.

Complete the compulsory registration task with the registration agreement on PeopleSoft Campus Solutions (student portal)

Step 3.

Make the required first payment five (5) working days before registration or submit confirmation of an approved bursary or loan

Step 4.

Contact your faculty for curriculum advice

Step 5.

Proceed with your registration as advised by your faculty

Step 6.

Confirm your modules on Blackboard

step 7.

Access your study material on
Blackboard

UFS First Payment Guideline for Senior Students

The 2023 account balance must be zero.

Download Guidelines: PDF.

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