What Subjects Do You Need To Study Law in SA?

The South African Universities admissions portal is open for students who wish to study law after matric.

Entry Requirement for Matric Students

Subjects Needed To Study Law In SA Universities?

The minimum requirement to study law is an NQF level 4 certificate, which is a National Senior Certificate or a Senior Certificate.

FOR LLB DEGREE ADMISSION

• English Home Language OR Additional First Language
• Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy
• Life Orientation is not needed

FOR BA LAW ADMISSION

• Mathematics/Mathematical Literacy
• English
• Additional Language
• Life Orientation is not needed

FOR B.COM LAW ADMISSION

• English Home Language OR First Additional Language
• Mathematics

Admission Requirements to Study Law in SA

While most University’s admission requirements into studying law might be different some university’s admission is dependent on you meeting the specific admission requirements for your chosen qualification.

A National Senior Certificate (NSC) (Degree endorsement) with at least 50% in the language of teaching and learning,

OR a Senior Certificate (SC) with matriculation exemption or qualify for the exemption from the Matriculation Board with at least a D symbol on HG or a C symbol on SG in the language of teaching and learning,

OR a Higher Certificate in Law or a Higher Certificate in Criminal Justice completed at a public or private higher education institution registered with the DHET with an average of at least 60%,

OR a 360-credit Diploma in Law or a 360-credit diploma in a related field completed at NQF level 6 at a public or private higher education institution registered with the DHET.

OR a B Iuris, B Proc, B Com in Law or BA Law degree completed at a public or private higher education institution registered with the DHET.

Applicants who do not comply with the above requirements should consider applying for the Diploma or Higher Certificate for which they meet the statutory and additional requirements.

How to Apply for Law in SA Universities

Follow the steps below to complete an application to study law at any South African university website;

STEP 1: Research and Choose Universities

STEP 2: Meet Admission Requirements

STEP 3: Prepare Your Application Materials, which typically include:

• Academic transcripts or certificates
• A copy of your ID or passport
• Proof of residence
• A CV (if required)
• A motivational letter or personal statement
• Any additional documents specified by the university

STEP 4: Submit Your Application

STEP 5: Pay Application Fees

STEP 6: Track Your Application

STEP 7: Prepare for Possible Entrance Exams or Interviews

STEP 8: Await Admission Results

STEP 9: Apply for Student Visa (If Applicable)

PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• All applications for admission must be submitted online.
• Admission to a qualification is not automatic. It will depend on whether you comply with the admission requirements and if space is available.