Courses Offered at University of the Free State (UFS) for 2027

Public university

The University of the Free State is a multi-campus public university centred on Bloemfontein, with additional campuses at Qwaqwa in the Eastern Free State and a dedicated South Campus focused on blended learning and teacher education. It organises its academic offering into seven faculties spanning economic and management sciences, education, health sciences, law, the natural and agricultural sciences, the humanities, and theology and religion, alongside a business school and short-course academy. The university positions itself as research-led and community-engaged, with particular strength in fields such as applied mathematics, agriculture, and medicine, and it places emphasis on accessibility, inclusive campus design, and holistic student support.

The historic clock tower building on the University of the Free State campus at sunset.

The historic Main Building with its clock tower stands at the University of the Free State.

The University of the Free State campus entrance sign and canopy silhouetted against a sunset sky.

The campus entrance welcomes visitors to the University of the Free State at sunset.

Solar powered race cars and volunteers gather for the Sasol Solar Challenge at the University of the Free State.

Solar powered vehicles line up for the Sasol Solar Challenge event at the University of the Free State.

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Courses to Apply for at UFS for 2027 Academic Year

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Applications for 2027 studies: Open: 1 April 2026; Close: 30 September 2026

Website: Visit official site
Phone: +27 51 401 9111
Email: applications@ufs.ac.za
Address: Wekkie Saayman Building, Cnr Rector and Graduandi Avenues, University of the Free State, Bloemfontein, 9301
Apply: Apply on official site