Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU): Application 2023, Admission, Courses, Requirements & Closing Dates
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University or known as SMU was established in the year 2015. Previously it was known as Medical University of South Africa and later as a campus of the University of Limpopo.
The university which located in Gauteng offers various undergraduates and postgraduates programme under the faculty of Medicine; Health Care Sciences; Oral Health Sciences; Pharmacy; and Science and Technology.
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU): Highlights
| Institution Type | Public university |
| Total Faculty | 5 |
| Academic Year | 2023 |
| Application Closing Date | 29 July 2022 |
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) Admissions / Applications 2023
- The admissions at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) for the year 2023 are made through Online mode.
- An applicant who wishes to apply for any course can visit the official website and can register through the portal available.
How to apply to study at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU)
For information on admission requirements and relevant school subjects, refer to the Undergraduate Prospectus by clicking here and Admission Selection Rules by clicking here.
- Apply for the Undergraduate Qualification using the online application by clicking here
- If you will apply for both under and postgraduate degrees, first apply for the undergraduate degree using the process shown in the following web pages.
- 2023 Online Residence Application Notice, please click here
POST GRADUATE (PG) Applicants:
- 1. Students apply online and also complete the enrolment form for recommendation
- 2. If you are applying for multiple choices
2.1. You must apply online for 1st and 2nd choices and complete the enrolment form for each PG choice and send the form(s) to postgrad.studies@smu.ac.za;
2.2. For the 3rd and further choices of Post Graduate qualifications; you only complete the enrolment form for each PG choice and send the form(s) to postgrad.studies@smu.ac.za
Upload the following documents
- Copy of your ID/passport document (compulsory).
- Copy of your final Grade 11 results or your National Senior/Matric/ IEB Certificate (if you have already completed Grade 12).
- Copy of your degree certificate(s) and academic record(s) (if you attended other universities).
- Copy of your marriage certificate/divorce decree (if applicable).
- Proof of non-refundable application fee payment of R200.
- All non-South African citizens and non-permanent residents are required to obtain a study permit prior to registering as students. Applications for study permits should be submitted to the South African Home Affairs, Consulate or High Commissioner in your country of residence/origin, and it would be issued in favour of Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University and to be submitted during registration.
Attach the following documents
- Certified copy of your ID/passport document (compulsory).
- Certified final Grade 11 results or Grade 12 June results or your National Senior/Matric/ IEB Certificate (if you have already completed Grade 12).
- Certified copies of your degree certificate(s) and academic record(s) (if you attended other universities).
- Certified copy of your marriage certificate/ divorce decree (if applicable).
- Proof of non-refundable application fee payment of R200.
- All non-South African citizens and non-permanent residents are required to obtain a study permit prior to registering as students. Applications for study permits should be submitted to the South African Home Affairs, Consulate or High Commissioner in your country of residence/origin, and it would be issued in favour of Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University and to be submitted during registration.