Welcome Day
ProgrammeWelcome Day Live Event
Faculties
Welcome to the University of Pretoria. Thanks for choosing UP! Our Mamelodi Campus is a dedicated campus that provides a strong foundational basis for students in the faculties of Natural and Agricultural Sciences and Economic and Management Sciences.
Welcome to the University of Pretoria! Thanks for choosing UP! The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences has been producing a very high calibre of business professionals and public sector officials for more than 100 years. We’re renowned for providing a high quality of teaching and learning support which has taken our students to great heights.
Welcome to the University of Pretoria, and thanks for choosing UP! The Faculty of Education is set in its own beautiful campus and surroundings at UP’s Groenkloof Campus, a stone’s throw away from the Hatfield Campus. Our campus gives you access to some of the best infrastructure, libraries, laboratories, sports facilities and lecturers, which all help to prepare our students for future work opportunities in South Africa and beyond.
Welcome to the EBIT Faculty. Thanks for choosing our Faculty! UP’s Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology is the largest of its kind in Africa. The School of Engineering holds a position among the top 1% of engineering schools in the world and is a leader in South Africa.
Welcome to the University of Pretoria! Thanks for choosing UP! The Faculty of Health Sciences is one of the largest, most diverse and most comprehensive of its kind in South Africa. The Faculty is housed on UP’s Prinshof Campus, which is a dedicated, state-of-the-art facility with some of the best infrastructure, laboratories, libraries, research facilities and healthcare system-access in South Africa.
Our Faculty of Humanities is renowned globally for academic excellence and public engagement. With over 6,000 students, including 30% postgraduates, and 200 academic staff, 74% of whom hold doctorates, we're a leading institution in South Africa and beyond.
Our faculty is divided into four clusters:- The School of the Arts
- The Languages Cluster (evolving into the School of Languages)
- The Core Social Sciences Cluster
- The Applied Sciences Cluster
Welcome to the University of Pretoria, and thanks for choosing UP! Our Faculty of Law is ranked as the best place to study law in South Africa, and Africa, and we are in the top 100 law schools in the world - a feat unequalled in Africa.
Welcome to the University of Pretoria. Our Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences, also known as NAS, is the best home you could choose for expanding your passion for life and exploring new opportunities and careers in the sciences. Just like the fields of study we work across, our faculty thrives on diversity – NAS is diverse in talent, disciplines, and the way we look at the world. This diversity has inspired thousands of students before you, and I’m sure it will also provide the fuel to boost your curiosity about the wonderful world of science.
Welcome to the University of Pretoria, and thanks for choosing UP! The Faculty of Theology and Religion is one of the most highly respected and rated faculties of its kind in the world. It’s also one of the oldest and most well-established in South Africa.
The Faculty of Veterinary Science is the only facility of its kind in South Africa, making it the only institution responsible for training veterinarians and veterinary nurses in the country. The faculty also plays a key role in the further development of veterinary education and science through its offering of a number of post-graduate programmes from post-graduate diplomas to specialist programmes in veterinary medicine. As a result, our graduates and research programmes are vital in enhancing human and animal health, promoting biosecurity and welfare, and ensuring our production animals, wildlife and pets are safe and in good health.
Other Interests
These are unusual times for all of us, and we know that it can be daunting for students coming to the University of Pretoria for the first time. However, UP is well equipped to provide you with a hybrid learning approach that combines online teaching and learning with sufficient classroom engagement amid the current lockdown restrictions.
Your academic success is important, but university life is also about having fun and exploring your talents to become a well-rounded graduate who is ready for the world beyond university. At the University of Pretoria we have a vibrant student life and there are many arts, cultural, sporting, and academic extramural activities that you can participate in.
The University of Pretoria closely monitors the COVID-19 situation. The safety and well-being of our students and staff is paramount, and we take proactive steps to help ensure that we have a plan of action in place
Earning a degree is a great achievement. But what happens when you’ve completed your studies? How do you find a job and gain experience? UP's Career Services office helps you to prepare for the real world.
Applying to university and gathering the correct information can seem overwhelming. Students often have queries, concerns, or require general help and guidance. At UP, we are there to help you.
Congratulations on your admission to the University of Pretoria! Before you register for your programme, a contract needs to be concluded between you and UP. Watch this video and learn how to access and complete your contract.
Understanding the credit value of your modules and the notional hours they represent can significantly increase how effectively you manage your time. This video will guide you in understanding credits vs notional hours.
Entrepreneurship at the University of Pretoria is about working towards an entrepreneurial university by providing the whole entrepreneurial process under one roof, taking you from an idea to commercialisation.
What is an FSA, and why on earth should you get to know yours? In short, your FSA is your survival kit for varsity in one person, helping you to become the best student you can be. Come and have a look!
University of Pretoria understands that studying at a tertiary level comes with many expenses for you and your family. Sometimes students find it difficult to cover all of their university fees along with the related costs like paying for textbooks, food, and transport. We have financial aid available to all students regardless of their household income, study programme or year of study.
The University of Pretoria is proud of all the academic achievements of our students. And if you choose UP, we have the FLY@UP Assist Financial Awards for new first-year students who have excelled academically.
Attending Academic Orientation Week enables you to understand your responsibilities for success in your studies within the context of UP’s academic environment.
Choosing your modules for the first time can be a daunting experience. Here are a few guidelines and tips for when it comes to registering at the University of Pretoria.
Welcome to the University of Pretoria’s tutorial for online registration. This video will guide you through the registration process in a simple and understandable way.
At UP we are serious about learning and about our students’ success. Learning THE UP WAY allows you to take control of you own learning and prepare for the future world of work. Our teaching model requires you to prepare before class, engage in class and consolidate after class.
The University of Pretoria boasts some of the best university libraries in South Africa. They provide a comprehensive information service for the University's students and staff.
Students are the lifeblood of the University of Pretoria, and maintaining a safe environment that allows students to study and participate in sport, cultural and social activities with peace of mind is important to us. Existing security measures are constantly monitored and reviewed, and new, innovative measures implemented to improve the safety and security of all students and staff.
The Department of Student Affairs supports you on your journey to success by helping you to further develop your strengths, looking after your wellness and health, making education accessible for students with disabilities, and ensuring good student governance.
THE UP WAY is our way of life at the University of Pretoria. It is our ethos, our vibe, our way of life and what we stand for as an institution.
In this video we share a few things you need to know to help you get the best possible start to your academic career at the University of Pretoria. The focus is specifically on our teaching methods, and the technological requirements for studying at UP.
Student accommodation is much more than just having a place to stay. Your student life at the University of Pretoria will be an unforgettable experience. The services and activities offered by TuksRes will enhance your student experience as you become part of our community.
With more than 30 sport clubs and 10 sport academies, TuksSport offers a home for dedicated sport people. TuksSport not only focuses on top performers, but also on club contestants and recreational sport participants.
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Experience UP anytime, anyplace, anywhere. Virtual Campus allows you to explore UP’s facilities and campus life through a combination of 360-degree panoramas and videos. The platform has video messages from the deans of all nine faculties, information about the degrees on offer such as entry requirements, information on residences.
Hybrid = Contact + Online. UP’s hybrid teaching and learning model makes transitioning to fully online learning so much easier. Let’s hear what some of our students have to say...
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Your Questions Answered
FAQ’s
Going to university for the first time means you have lots of questions. You’re not alone! Here are some answers to the questions that we’re asked most often.
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Live Chat
UP staff will be online to chat to you from 10h00 to 12h00 on 15 August 2020. Please look out for the chat widget at the bottom right of the screen from 10h00 onwards.
THE UP WAY
THE UP WAY is our way of life at the University of Pretoria. It is our ethos, our vibe, our way of life and what we stand for as an institution.
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