The University of Pretoria (UP) is one of Africa’s top universities and the largest contact university in South Africa. We conduct socially impactful research to find solutions to the world’s most pressing problems. We provide quality teaching and learning in the classroom, online or in the community. We support our students to graduate on time as well-prepared, responsible citizens for the world outside academia.
University of Pretoria may be derived from the Afrikaans initials of Uni U.K. (Universiteit Kaapstad) – Not a big jump from “ooo-kah” to “i-kee”. Regardless of origin, “Ikeys” is now a term of pride and UCT Rugby Club is also known as “Ikey Tigers”. The University of Pretoria is nicknamed ‘Tuks’ or ‘Tukkies’.
University of Pretoria(UP) Online Application
The Online Application System is intended for use by new prospective students submitting an application to UP for the first time. It is not intended for students presently registered at the University of Pretoria.
To use the Online Application System you will need the following:
- internet access
- an email address which you can access regularly, because as soon as you submit your online application, a student number (EMPLID) will be sent to this email address as confirmation of receipt.