University Of Cape Town Journalism Requirements
University Of Cape Town Journalism Requirements; Media and Writing UCT
You may apply online. In order to apply online you will need a working email address and your South African identity number, or, if you are an international applicant, your passport number.
If you are unable to apply online, you may submit a paper application by printing the forms from the links below and sending them to the Admissions Office at the address indicated on the right.
Undergraduate application forms for admission in 2024
- 2024 Application for undergraduate admission form
- Undergraduate prospectus
- Directions for undergraduate applicants
- Personal report for first-time MBChB applicants
- CV template for transferring MBChB applicants
- BA(FA) form for all Bachelor of Arts in Fine Art applicants
- BAS form for all Bachelor of Architectural Studies applicants
- First-time applications for financial aid are handled centrally via NSFAS. For further information on the application process, please see undergraduate student funding.
Postgraduate Application Information (2024)
All postgraduate applicants must apply online.
- 2024 directions for postgraduate applicants (updated 15 June 2024)
- Postgraduate studies at UCT brochure
- Apply for postgraduate degree funding.
Media and writing UCT
Postgraduate Application Information (2024)
All postgraduate applicants must apply online.
- 2024 directions for postgraduate applicants
- Postgraduate studies at UCT brochure
- Apply for postgraduate degree funding.
- Credit card application fee payment
(for credit card payment authorization of application fees only)
Please remember to submit your application as soon as possible after starting the online application.
NOTE: Supported internet browsers are Internet Explorer 7 – 11 as well as Firefox, Edge, and Chrome. Unsupported browsers are not fully compatible and may prevent you from completing and/or submitting your online application.
Requirements for a major in Media and Writing:
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Prerequisites:
(i) For FAM2000F: FAM1001F, or at the discretion of the Head of Department
(ii) For FAM2003S: FAM1001F and FAM2000F, or at the discretion of the Head of Department
(iii) For FAM3000F: open to students majoring in Media and Writing who have completed FAM2000F and FAM2003S, or at the discretion of the Head of Department
(iv) For FAM3001S: open to students who have completed FAM2000F, FAM3000F and FAM2003S, or at the discretion of the Head of Department.