University of Cape Town (UCT) Late Application 2026
UNDERGRADUATE APPLICANTS
The 2026 admission cycle is closed. We are not accepting late applications.
POSTGRADUATE APPLICANTS
Postgraduate programmes containing coursework mostly close on 31 October, with the exception of a few programmes and faculties which start to close from May onward. Please refer to the 2026 Directions for Postgraduate Applicants for the relevant closing dates.
Applications for research-only postgraduate programmes do not close. Please select the year in which you wish to start your programme when applying
| SEMESTER STUDY ABROAD (SSA) APPLICANTS The SSA programme is offered to international students currently registered at their home university and who wish to undertake a semester at UCT. Upon completion of the semester abroad, the credits can be transferred to their programme at their home university. SSA credits do not count toward a UCT qualification.Closing dates for 2026 and 2026 admission 2026 applications are closed. 2026 first semester applications opened on 1 August and close on 30 November 2026. 2026 second semester applications open on 7 January 2026 and close 30 April 2026. For further information, visit Semester Study Abroad. |
| Please remember to submit your application as soon as possible after starting the online application. |