BSc Engineering (Computer) at University of KwaZulu-Natal

Programme overview

BSc Engineering (Computer) is listed in UKZN's Undergraduate Prospectus 2027 with CAO code(s) KN-H-BEK / KN-P-BEK; it is offered at Howard College and Pietermaritzburg (first year). Computer engineers design and manage computer systems from small local area networks to networks that span the world via cables, optical fibres and radio and satellite links.

What you will study

First year builds a common foundation of applied mathematics, chemistry, introduction to engineering materials, drawing and design, mathematics and physics; students must also obtain practical experience in machine shops, industry or construction work during vacations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 33. NSC-Deg with Maths and Phys Sci 5 (pass with at least 65%) & Engl & LO 4; APS range 48-33

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Semester 1 starts in February and runs to late June; Semester 2 runs from August to early December. Semester 2 admission is limited to programmes where admission is considered.

South African first-time undergraduate applicants apply through the CAO. International, returning, gap-year and internal-transfer applicants apply online directly to UKZN. For 2026 entry: Medicine (MBChB) closed 30 June 2025; all other programmes closed 30 September 2025 (Semester 1); Semester 2 closing date was 30 April 2026. No late applications from international students.

Applications for the 2027 academic year are open. UKZN application fees: South African applicants R210 on time and R420 late; SADC and rest of Africa R490; outside Africa $153. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid with reference APPN followed by the student number.

Apply through the official page: https://www.cao.ac.za/Apply.aspx?content=Apply

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