Available Courses and Programmes for the University of Venda

UNIVEN Courses and Entry Requirements

The University of Venda, situated in Thohoyandou, operates from its main campus, hosting four faculties, each presenting a diverse array of programs.

1. Faculty of Science, Engineering, and Agriculture:

  • Offers programs such as Food Science and Technology, Animal Science, Plant and Soil Sciences, and more.

2. Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Education:

  • Provides courses like African Languages, Arts and Social Sciences, Early Childhood Education, and others.

3. Faculty of Health Sciences:

  • Presents programs including Advanced Nursing Science, Psychology, Clinical Associate, and more.

4. Faculty of Management, Commerce, and Law:

  • Offers courses like Mercantile and Private Law, Public Law, Accountancy, Business Management, and others.

General Entry Requirements:

  • Applicants must hold a National Senior Certificate (NSC) certified by Umalusi.
  • Achievement ratings of 4 (50-59%) or better for degree programs and 3 (40-49%) or better for diploma programs in four recognized 20-credit NSC subjects are necessary.

Application Details:

  • The application fee is R100, non-refundable.
  • Application deadline for the academic year is September 26. Apply before the deadline.
  • UNIVEN is currently accepting applications for the academic year.

Contact Information:

  • For admissions inquiries, contact student administration via telephone or email.
  • Financial aid queries can be directed to the respective contacts provided.

For more information about courses, requirements, and admissions, download the latest UNIVEN prospectus available online.

Additional Information:

  • UNIVEN aims to contribute to South Africa’s goal of an educated nation.
  • Makwarela TVET College, formerly known as the Vocational College of Venda, offers various programs and utilizes an online application portal for admissions.

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