Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences Online Application 2023-2024
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences Online Application 2023-2024

UPLOADING SCANNED DOCUMENTS
Please remember to upload the following certified and individually scanned documents:
a. Certified copy of your ID/passport document (compulsory).
b. Certified Grade 11 end of year examination results (for those currently in grade 12) or your National Senior/Matric/IEB Certificate (if you have already completed Grade 12).
c. Certified copies of your degree certificate(s) and academic record (if you attended or are currently a student at SMU or another university).
d. Certified copy of your marriage certificate (if applicable).
e. Proof of payment of the compulsory and non-refundable application fee of R200.00
Below are the documents to be attached for Post Graduate Applicants:
Certified copies of the following documents:
- Matric exemption certificate (including subject marks)
- ID document / Passport / Work permit / Study permit
- Diploma/Degree certificate/s
- Comprehensive academic record (indicating marks obtained for subjects)
- Certificate of registration with the relevant professions council (if applicable)
- Letter of appointment as registrar with a date of assumption of duty: applicants for M Med and M Dent students NB: letter from the employer, e.g. Hospital HR.
- Motivational letter and CV (Public Health applicants only)
- Medical aid (Non South Africans)
- Students with non-South African qualifications must attach SAQA evaluation certificate with their previous degrees obtained
- Application fee
BANKING DETAILS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
Account name: Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University
Bank name: Standard Bank
Account no.: 071244395
Branch no.: 020909
Reference no.: Your ID/ Passport number/ Student number
PLEASE NOTE:
a. Your application will not be processed if you have not submitted all the required applicable documentation mentioned above.
b. If you have not submitted the required documentation within a period of two months, unfortunately your application will not be considered.
c. The University receives more applications than it can accommodate and meeting admissions requirements does not guarantee admission.
d. There are limited places in University residence and admission to study at SMU does not guarantee a place in residence. The places are awarded on a first come first served basis and the University is not obliged to provide a place in the residence.
e. All non-South African citizens and non-permanent residents are required to obtain a study permit prior to registering as students. Applications for study permits should be submitted to the South African Home Affairs, Consulate or High Commissioner in your country of residence/origin, and it would be issued in favour of Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University and to be submitted during registration.
f. If you need more information, call 012-521 4058/5886/4315/4319/4137/4204/4979
In order to apply for registration at the Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University SMU Online Registration, you will need the followings:
- An active email account
- Your South Africa identity number
- A passport for international students
HOW TO APPLY SMU ONLINE APPLICATION
- Go to – https://www.smu.ac.za/
- Proof of payment of your registration fee(compulsory for SA and International applicants)
Certified copy of your ID document(ID document compulsory for SA citizens – your application cannot be processed without a certified copy of your ID and Passport Number for International Applicants - Exam Results: Final Grade 12 results (if available). Grade 11 results (if currently doing grade 12) are very important for your application. Thus, have it on hand.
- Remember you will need a unique email address when applying either online or in a hard copy.
if you are studying at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) or wish to study there, here are some options for your accommodation.
It’s been proven that if you have your accommodation sorted, it can have you perform better in your academics. It’s a weight off of your shoulders and not only has more of your focus be on your academics but also sees you having a place to study and work effectively.
SMU has on-campus residence options for students. While on these residences, activities such as SMU I belong, Residence orientation, Ubuntu games, Bon fire, Green campus, SMU conversation and Ongoing orientation takes place. All junior students share rooms
If you wish to apply for residence at SMU, you need to indicate that on your application form. There are limited places in University residence and admission to study at SMU does not guarantee a place in residence. The places are awarded on a first come first served basis and the University is not obliged to provide a place in the residence.
For more information on residence at SMU, click here.
DigsConnect is also a good avenue for students to take when they are searching for accommodation. They make finding accommodation easier for students as their website is tailored for students. Read our article on DigsConnect here to get more information.
How to Check or Track your Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences (SMU) Application Status after applying, you need to follow these steps;
- Go to SMU status checker portal – https://www.smu.ac.za/students/online-application/
- Select and Enter your ID Number/Passport number
- Click Sign In by clicking SUBMIT button
- Then Click “Login” button to access your admission status
Congratulations if your name is among the successful candidates in the admission lists of the Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences.