University of the Free State (UFS)

Key Information
Name of University	University of the Free State
Acronym	UFS
Motto	In Veritate Sapientiae Lux (In Truth is the Light of Wisdom)
Established	1904
Country	South Africa
Province	Free State
Type	Public university
Faculties	Economic and Management Sciences, Education, Health Sciences, The Humanities, Law, Natural and Agricultural Sciences, Open Distance Learning, Theology and Religion and Business School
Campuses	Bloemfontein Campus, South Campus and Qwaqwa Campus
UFS Official Website	www.ufs.ac.za

Overview

University of the Free State (UFS) founded in 1904 is a public university in Free State. UFS has three campuses namely Bloemfontein Campus, South Campus and Qwaqwa Campus.

University of the Free State (UFS) Faculties and Courses offered

The list of faculties and courses offered by the University of the Free State (UFS) is given below:

Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences

PRIVATE SECTOR MANAGEMENT

• Bachelor of Commerce 
• Bachelor of Commerce with specialisation in Investment Management and Banking
• Bachelor of Commerce with specialisation in Economics
• Bachelor of Commerce with specialisation in Marketing
• Bachelor of Commerce with specialisation in Entrepreneurial Management
• Bachelor of Commerce with specialisation in Human Resource Management
• Bachelor of Commerce in Law
• Bachelor of Commerce Extended Curriculum Programme

PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGEMENT

• Bachelor of Administration
• Bachelor of Administration Extended Curriculum Programme

ACCOUNTANCY

• Bachelor of Accounting
• Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting

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Faculty of Education

• Bachelor in Education (BEd): Four-year Curriculum
  • Foundation Phase (Grade R-3)
  • Intermediate Phase (Grade 4-7)
  • Senior Phase (Grade 7-9) and Further Education and Training Phase (Grade 10-12)

• Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDiP): Six Areas of Specialisation
• Bachelors of Education Honours (BEd Hons): Four Areas of Specialisation 
• Master’s in Education (MEd): 14 different Education Specialisations
• Doctor of Philosophy in Education (PhD): 14 different Education Specialisations

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Faculty of Health Sciences

• The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
• The School of Biomedical Sciences  
• The School of Clinical Medicine 
• The School of Pathology
• The School of Nursing

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Faculty of The Humanities

• BA Programme
• Communication Science
• Drama and Theatre Arts
• Fine Arts
• Governance and Political Transformation
• Language Practice
• Music
• Social Sciences Programme
• Social Work

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Faculty of Law

• LLB
• Advanced Diploma in Estate and Trust Administration
• Interdisciplinary Master of Human Rights
• Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning
• Postgraduate Diploma in Investment Planning
• Postgraduate Diploma in Estate Planning
• Postgraduate Diploma in Labour Law Various Short Learning Programmes
• LLM and LLD

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Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

• Natural Sciences
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science and Informatics
  • Engineering Sciences
  • Genetics
  • Geography
  • Geology
  • Mathematics and Applied Mathematics
  • Mathematical Statistics and Actuarial Science
  • Microbiology and Biochemistry
  • Physics
  • Plant Sciences
  • Zoology and Entomology

• Agricultural Sciences
  • Agricultural Economics
  • Animal Science
  • Soil, Crop and Climate Sciences
  • Sustainable Food Systems and Development

• Building Sciences
  • Architecture
  • Quantity Surveying and Construction Management

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Faculty of Theology and Religion

• Higher Certificate in Theology HCert (Theology)
• Bachelor of Divinity BDiv 
• Bachelor of Divinity Extended Curriculum Programme* BDiv Ext
• Advanced Diploma in Theology
• Honours and Master’s Degree in Theology

Open Distance Learning

• Advanced Certificate in Foundation Phase Teaching
• Advanced Certificate in Intermediate Phase Teaching
• Advanced Certificate in Senior Phase Teaching – English FAL

Prospectus

University of the Free State (UFS) prospectus contains information about the institution and the available courses, including advice on how to apply, registration, contact details and the benefits of accepting a place among others. Download University of the Free State (UFS) Prospectus.

Admission Requirements

You have to meet the below entry or admission requirements in order to study at University of the Free State (UFS).

For degree studies at the University of the Free State, UFS expect that:

• You have an NSC or NCV with an endorsement that allows entrance to degree studies (Bachelor’s degree) or an equivalent qualification.
• You meet all the minimum admission requirements for the programme you intend to study. Meeting the minimum admission requirements for your chosen/intended programme of study does not guarantee admission, as limited spaces are available in each programme.
• You have a minimum level of 4 (50%) in the chosen UFS language of instruction: English or Afrikaans (only applicable to certain programmes).
• You must pass certain school subjects with a minimum level of achievement in order to take a certain university module. For example, you must get a mark of 70% for Mathematics in Grade 12 if you plan to study BSc majoring in Physics with Engineering subjects. Please refer to the section on the faculty-specific admission requirements, which also includes the respective compulsory subjects and achievement levels required per programme.

For full details of entry requirements click here!

University of the Free State (UFS) Accommodation / Residences

Application for UFS Residence Accommodation

To become a resident, you need to:

• Complete the application form for admission as soon as possible.
• Make sure that you complete the forms correctly to avoid delays.
• Keep your breakage deposit ready in case you are selected for placement in a residence (refer to the placement procedure on the application form).
• Take note of the academic admission criteria for residences. Make sure that your admission point meets the criteria.
• Indicate your involvement/achievement in leadership, culture, and sport.

University of the Free State (UFS) Application Status

Did you have submitted your application study at University of the Free State (UFS) in South Africa and you would like to check the status of your application to the college for your programme of study.

Once you have applied and have received the acknowledgement letter, you may use the login details on such a letter to track the process of your application. To do that navigate to the login screen and login using the details given on the acknowledgement letter.

To track your application go to: https://www.ufs.ac.za/kovsielife/login-page

How to apply to study at University of the Free State (UFS)?

If you want to apply to the University of the Free State (UFS) to study in the next academic year, you can apply online at: https://apply.ufs.ac.za/

Application for January intake, closes end of September each year.

Application Helpdesk Enquiries:  +27 51 4019666 or email studentadmin@ufs.ac.za 

Campus of University of the Free State (UFS) and contact details

Bloemfontein Campus
205 Nelson Mandela Drive
Park West
Bloemfontein
Tel: +27 51 401 9111

South Campus
Oliver Tambo Street
Bloemfontein
Tel: +27 51 401 9111

Qwaqwa Campus
Kestell Road
Phuthaditjhaba
Tel: +27 58 718 5000

For general information, e-mail: info@ufs.ac.za

For more information visit University of the Free State (UFS) official website: https://www.ufs.ac.za