University of Zululand: Statistics

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#3385 of 14,131 In the World
#81 of 1,104 In Africa
#18 of 26 In South Africa
#600 of 1,028 For Information Technology
Top50% For 50 other topics
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Acceptance rate
45%
Type
Non-profit
Funding
Public-private
partnership
Highest Degree
Bachelor

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Acceptance Rate45%
Admissions RequirementsCompetitive admission
Academic CalendarSemesters

We've calculated the 45% acceptance rate for University of Zululand based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.

Research profile

University of Zululand has published 4,058 scientific papers with 36,541 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Environmental Science, Engineering, Physics, Political Science, Chemistry, Medicine, Law, and Geography and Cartography.

Publications
4,058
Citations
36,541

University of Zululand majors

by publication & citation count

Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
2,276 / 14,081
Biology
2,169 / 24,797
Environmental Science
2,168 / 20,637
Engineering
1,719 / 17,961
Physics
1,534 / 16,440
Political Science
1,501 / 6,752
Chemistry
1,481 / 20,037
Medicine
1,447 / 13,918
Law
1,401 / 6,495
Geography and Cartography
1,341 / 10,816
Sociology
1,280 / 6,872
Computer Science
1,265 / 9,089
Philosophy
1,140 / 6,568
Quantum and Particle physics
1,074 / 11,640
Geology
1,062 / 12,137
Ecology
1,043 / 12,374
History
941 / 4,945
Organic Chemistry
928 / 12,353
Economics
911 / 4,378
Psychology
902 / 5,325
Business
843 / 3,920
Archaeology
799 / 4,549
Biochemistry
784 / 10,570
Materials Science
740 / 10,162
Mathematics
737 / 4,249
Paleontology
672 / 6,645
Development Studies
645 / 3,043
Genetics
610 / 8,178
Linguistics
587 / 3,731
Pathology
576 / 6,339
Statistics
497 / 3,467
Art & Design
465 / 1,699
Optical Engineering
445 / 5,510
Botany
424 / 5,186
Chemical Engineering
398 / 6,152
Metallurgical Engineering
381 / 5,278
Nanotechnology
363 / 5,479
Public Health
354 / 3,184
Oceanography
332 / 5,302
Social Psychology
327 / 1,704

Annual publication & citation counts

Year Publications Citations
1990 14 24
1991 21 38
1992 22 40
1993 16 37
1994 20 30
1995 25 37
1996 38 89
1997 40 63
1998 40 76
1999 47 106
2000 33 80
2001 33 111
2002 54 195
2003 35 205
2004 57 238
2005 66 265
2006 61 385
2007 61 499
2008 78 588
2009 77 725
2010 103 921
2011 109 1159
2012 124 1249
2013 175 1475
2014 157 1642
2015 203 1599
2016 206 1653
2017 217 1643
2018 267 1990
2019 304 2663
2020 366 3577
2021 401 5218
2022 329 5404
Academic rankings

Tuition

The tuition table for University of Zululand gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.

Program Annual Tuition Cost (ZAR)
Bachelor of Arts 16,500
Bachelor of Commerce 18,000
Bachelor of Education 16,500
Bachelor of Science 19,500
Bachelor of Social Work 18,000
Postgraduate Diploma in Education 16,500
Master of Education 22,000
Master of Science 24,000
Doctor of Philosophy 28,000

All costs are in South African Rand (ZAR).

The University of Zululand has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.

Programs and Degrees

The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Zululand.

Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.

Programs Bachelor Master Doctoral
Art & Design Yes Yes Yes
Biology Yes Yes Yes
Business Yes Yes Yes
Chemistry Yes Yes Yes
Computer Science Yes Yes Yes
Economics Yes Yes Yes
Engineering Yes Yes Yes
Environmental Science Yes Yes Yes
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Yes Yes Yes
Mathematics Yes Yes Yes
Medicine Yes Yes Yes
Physics Yes Yes Yes
Psychology Yes Yes Yes

Notable alumni

  1. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma

    Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1949-.. (age 74)
    Occupations
    politicianphysician
    Biography

    Nkosazana Clarice Dlamini-Zuma, sometimes referred to by her initials NDZ, is a South African politician, medical doctor and former anti-apartheid activist. A longstanding member of the African National Congress (ANC), she currently serves as Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities and is the Chancellor of the University of Limpopo.

  2. Mogoeng Mogoeng

    Mogoeng Mogoeng
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1961-.. (age 62)
    Occupations
    judge
    Biography

    Mogoeng Thomas Reetsang Mogoeng is a South African jurist who served as the Chief Justice of South Africa from 8 September 2011 until his retirement on 11 October 2021.

  3. Jeff Radebe

    Jeff Radebe
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1953-.. (age 70)
    Occupations
    politicianinternational forum participant
    Biography

    Jeffrey Thamsanqa "Jeff" Radebe is a South African politician who was last appointed as Minister of Energy by Cyril Ramaphosa on 26 February 2018. He served in the government of South Africa as Minister in the Presidency from 2014 to 2018. Previously he was Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development from 2009 to 2014. Radebe was South Africa's longest continuously serving cabinet member post-1994, having been part of every national administration from 1994 until the 2019 election.

  4. Bathabile Dlamini

    Bathabile Dlamini
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1968-.. (age 55)
    Occupations
    politician
    Biography

    Bathabile Dlamini is a South African politician who was the President of the African National Congress (ANC) Women's League from 2015 to 2022. She was previously the Minister in the Presidency for Women from 2018 to 2019 and the Minister of Social Development from 2010 to 2018.

  5. Raymond Zondo

    Raymond Zondo
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1960-.. (age 63)
    Occupations
    lawyerjudge
    Biography

    Raymond Mnyamezeli Mlungisi "Ray" Zondo is a South African judge who is currently serving as Chief Justice of South Africa since 2022. President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Zondo as South Africa's new chief justice with effect from 1 April 2022. He served as acting Chief Justice from 11 October 2021, when Mogoeng Mogoeng retired, until 31 March 2022.

  6. Sibongile Khumalo

    Sibongile Khumalo
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1957-2021 (aged 64)
    Occupations
    jazz musicianopera singersinger
    Biography

    Sibongile Khumalo was a South African singer and song writer. She sang classical, jazz, opera and traditional South African music. She was noted for singing at the inauguration of Nelson Mandela in 1994, as well as the final of the Rugby World Cup the following year. She was appointed to the Order of Ikhamanga in 2008.

  7. Hlengiwe Mkhize

    Hlengiwe Mkhize
    Years
    1952-2021 (aged 69)
    Occupations
    politician
    Biography

    Hlengiwe Buhle Mkhize was a South African politician, who served as Minister of Higher Education and Training under President Jacob Zuma.

  8. Sibusiso Bengu

    Sibusiso Bengu
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1934-.. (age 89)
    Occupations
    politicianuniversity teacherdiplomat
    Biography

    Sibusiso Mandlenkosi Emmanuel Bengu is a South African retired politician.

  9. Mosibudi Mangena

    Mosibudi Mangena
    Born in
    South Africa Flag South Africa
    Years
    1947-.. (age 76)
    Occupations
    politician
    Biography

    Mosibudi Mangena is a South Africa politician, former President of the Azanian People's Organisation (AZAPO). He is also currently the honorary President of AZAPO while Strike Thokoane is the current President, this is not unusual in the Black Consciousness Movement as was the case with Steve Biko who was also the honorary President of the Black People's Convention in the early-1970s while Winfrey Kgware was the President. He was the Minister of Science and Technology (29 April 2004 - 10 May 2009).

University of Zululand faculties and divisions

Faculty : Arts Communication Studies
Faculty : Commerce, Administration and Law Accountancy, Business Administration, Law, Transport Management
Faculty : Science and Agriculture Consumer Studies, Sports

General information

Alternative names UNIZULU
Founded 1960
Motto Restructured for relevance
Colors blue, white, black, gold

Location and contacts

Address Corner Guldengracht & East Arterial Roads Arboretum
Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, 3900
South Africa
City population 11,514,000

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