University of the Witwatersrand

Overview

The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, commonly known as Wits University, is a public research university in Johannesburg, South Africa.

History

Its institutional roots date to the South African School of Mines founded in 1896; the University of the Witwatersrand was formally established in Johannesburg in 1922.

The University of the Witwatersrand was established as a university in 1922; its institutional roots go back to the South African School of Mines founded in 1896.

Programs

The university’s faculties cover commerce, law and management; engineering and the built environment; health sciences; humanities; and science.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.