Sol Plaatje University now uses a new online application system that allows prospective students to apply to study at the institution without having to pay an application fee.

To apply online, students must use a computer with internet connectivity and have a valid email address.

Applications must be completed online as the University will not be accepting manual applications.

Prospective students are encouraged to download and read the ‘Guidelines on how to apply online’ document before applying. This document, along with the online application link, can be accessed here.

To see our programme offering for the 2021 academic year, click here.

Should applicants have difficulties applying online, they can send an email message to the Admissions Office on applications@spu.ac.za.

The closing date for all undergraduate and postgraduate programmes is 30 November 2020.

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