Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) at University of the Free State

Programme overview

The BArch (programme code B4391, degree code 43911, plan code BC430114) is offered on the Bloemfontein Campus. The department is validated as a South African Architectural Learning Site by SACAP and by the CAA.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences | Study mode: full-time | Location: Bloemfontein, Free State, South Africa

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 30. AP 30; English Level 4 (50%); Mathematics Level 4 (50%). Subject to selection through a selection form submitted by 31 July 2026.

ZAR 60,780 a year (2027). Prospectus 2027 estimated fee structure: estimated average tuition per year for 'BArch'; guideline for first year, excludes food, uniforms, textbooks, study material, accommodation and travel; subject to change. Source

Domestic applicants: ZAR 63,590 a year (2026). Indicative estimated average cost per year for SA and SADC students, listed as 'B.Arch Stud' (first-year amount shown). Year 1 R63,590; Year 2 R54,390; Year 3 R56,360. Tuition is charged per module and varies with modules registered; subject to Council ap Source

Undergraduate applications open online on 1 April. Closing dates: 31 May for MB ChB, Occupational Therapy, Optometry, Physiotherapy, Radiation Science, Biokinetics, Dietetics and Sport Coaching; 31 July for Nursing, Social Work and Architecture; 31 August for international undergraduate applications; 30 September for transferring students and all other selection and non-selection programmes.

Apply through the official page: https://apply.ufs.ac.za

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