POSTGRADUATE CHECKLIST APPLICATION & PRE-DEPARTURE

STEP 1: APPLICATION TO THE UNIVERSITY

ɜ Submit completed online application form with correctly certified supporting documents.

ɜ Apply for Financial Aid (if applicable) ɜ Proof of English proficiency ɜ Submit completed application for oncampus residence ɜ Proof of payment of application fee

STEP 2: PRE-DEPARTURE ARRANGEMENTS

ɜ Letter of acceptance from the University, accept offer on the Student Self Service Portal ɜ Valid Passport ɜ Apply for South African Medical Aid Cover with a registered South African Medical Aid Provider until 31 December ɜ Apply for Study Visa. When collecting your Study Visa, check the date of issue and expiry. Ensure that the visa is issued for the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg or any of its variations ɜ Travel arrangements to South Africa ɜ Carry a set of clothing in your hand luggage ɜ Arrange for funds for fees and living expenses ɜ Arrange for shuttle transfer to Wits University or place of residence ɜ Carry Original School Leaving Certificates and/or Tertiary Qualifications for Matriculation Exemption.