Registration and O-Week

Researched by the VarsityStart team from official university sources. Last checked 10 October 2026. How we check

2026 pattern: online registration opened 30 January from 18:00, and first-time entering students came to campus on 31 January or 1 February between 07:00 and 15:00. If you have problems online you can register in Makhanda on the stipulated dates. Online registration needs an offer accepted on ROSS ("Yes, I am coming"), the initial payment and your acceptance letter.
Bring: your letter of acceptance, ID or passport, original NSC/IEB/A-level/IGCSE results, proof of initial fee clearance and, where possible, proof of online registration.
International students also need clearance through Global Engagement. The FAQ mentions medical aid cover for the full calendar year.
O-Week includes administrative registration, a welcome from the VC and SRC president, compulsory first-year sessions, Deans' faculty talks and academic orientation. Curriculum approval for first-years takes place at the end of O-Week with academic staff.