The University of Venda (Univen), located in Thohoyandou, Limpopo, is gearing up for its 2025 academic year registration process. This guide will help you understand the key steps, dates, and requirements to ensure a smooth registration experience.
Who Can Register?
Registration at Univen is open to students who:
- Have received an offer of admission into a qualification or degree program.
- Have paid the initial registration deposit:
- Tuition: R5,000
- Residence (if applicable): R4,400 per semester.
Registration Methods
Univen has fully transitioned to online registration for both new and returning students. This digital process ensures greater convenience and accessibility. Students can log in to the registration portal via Univen’s official website to complete their registration.
Dates for 2025
- January 9–12: Registration begins for the Faculty of Health Sciences and continuing postgraduate students. Residences also reopen during this period.
- January 19–24: Registration for first-time entering undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as returning students in all faculties.
- January 25–30: Continued registration for all students.
- February 5: Official start of the academic year.
- February 22: Final registration date for Honours and coursework-based Master’s students.
- March 17: Deadline for students who wrote supplementary or special examinations.
- April 24: Final registration date for research-based Master’s and Doctoral students.
How to Pay Your Registration Fees
Payments can be made at any ABSA branch. Here are the banking details:
- Account Name: University of Venda
- Bank: ABSA
- Account Number: 1000 000 589
- Branch Code: 334 149 40
- Reference: Your student number.
Orientation for New Students
Univen offers an orientation program from January 31 to February 2, 2025, which helps new students navigate university life and services. This is a great opportunity to get familiar with campus facilities, academic programs, and support resources.
Support and Contacts
For any queries during the registration process, students can reach out to:
- Undergraduate Admissions: undergraduateadmission1@univen.ac.za
- Postgraduate Admissions: postgraduate.admission@univen.ac.za
- International Students: international.admissions@univen.ac.za
You can also contact the university via telephone at +27 15 962 8000 or visit the campus in Thohoyandou for assistance.