Welcome to UCT admissions
Applying to UCT is straightforward. Our admissions team will support you through each step — choosing a programme, submitting documents, taking the admission test, and receiving your decision.
The process below applies to all three undergraduate BSc programmes currently offered at UCT.
Required Documents
What to prepare before applying
BSc-SE
BSc Software Engineering
Build a strong foundation in computer science, programming logic and modern software
BSc-NCS
BSc Networking and Cyber Security
Master the theory and practice of networking, digital infrastructure and modern cyber defence.
BSc-AVE
BSc Animation and Visual Effects
Combine creativity with technical digital production skills across animation, VFX and 3D.
Entry Requirements
General entry requirements
These apply to all UCT undergraduate programmes.
Hold a secondary-school certificate
Have a minimum pass rate of 70%
Submit a signed Code of Conduct letter
Pay the admission fee
Complete the admission interview
Application Process
Choose a programme
01
Review admission
requirements
02
Upload required documents
04
Pay the admission fee
05
Take the admission test
06
Receive the admission
decision
07
Required Documents
What to prepare before applying
Secondary school certificate
Identification document
Passport-size photograph
Signed Code of Conduct letter
Admission fee receipt