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class=\"ngi-i-hero\"><div><p class=\"ngi-i-k\">Study in South Africa<\/p><h1>International Students<\/h1><p>A clearer route from international school results to an NGI application\u2014so you know what to prepare and where to begin.<\/p><a class=\"ngi-i-btn\" href=\"#international-journey\">Map your route<\/a><\/div><\/section><section id=\"international-journey\" class=\"ngi-i-wrap\"><div class=\"ngi-i-intro\"><div><p class=\"ngi-i-k\" style=\"color:#006BFF\">Your application journey<\/p><h2>Bring your ambition. We\u2019ll help map the route.<\/h2><\/div><p>International applicants may need additional documentation and qualification-equivalency confirmation before admission can be finalised. Starting early gives you time to complete each requirement carefully.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"ngi-i-journey\"><article class=\"ngi-i-step\"><b>01<\/b><h3>Choose<\/h3><p>Explore your study options and programme-specific entry requirements.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"ngi-i-step\"><b>02<\/b><h3>Check<\/h3><p>Confirm which recognised evaluation or exemption process applies.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"ngi-i-step\"><b>03<\/b><h3>Prepare<\/h3><p>Collect clear certified copies and any required translations.<\/p><\/article><article class=\"ngi-i-step\"><b>04<\/b><h3>Apply<\/h3><p>Submit your application and follow the guidance provided.<\/p><\/article><\/div><\/section><section class=\"ngi-i-equiv\"><div class=\"ngi-i-wrap\"><p class=\"ngi-i-k\" style=\"color:#006BFF\">Qualification equivalency<\/p><h2>Understand the two key names.<\/h2><div class=\"ngi-i-tabs\"><button class=\"ngi-i-tab active\" data-equ=\"ngi-i-usaf\">USAf<\/button><button class=\"ngi-i-tab\" data-equ=\"ngi-i-saqa\">SAQA<\/button><\/div><article id=\"ngi-i-usaf\" class=\"ngi-i-panel active\"><div><h3>USAf<\/h3><p>Degree-entry exemption<\/p><\/div><div><p>Universities South Africa processes applications for exemption relating to entry into degree studies where an applicant holds a school-leaving qualification other than the South African National Senior Certificate.<\/p><p><strong>For you:<\/strong> Check whether an exemption certificate is required for your intended degree route.<\/p><\/div><\/article><article id=\"ngi-i-saqa\" class=\"ngi-i-panel\"><div><h3>SAQA<\/h3><p>Foreign qualification evaluation<\/p><\/div><div><p>The South African Qualifications Authority evaluates foreign qualifications and provides information about how they compare within the South African qualifications framework.<\/p><p><strong>For you:<\/strong> Confirm whether your previous qualification requires evaluation for your chosen study route.<\/p><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/section><section class=\"ngi-i-wrap\"><p class=\"ngi-i-k\" style=\"color:#006BFF\">Prepare before you apply<\/p><h2>Build your document pack.<\/h2><div class=\"ngi-i-docgrid\"><div class=\"ngi-i-list\"><div class=\"ngi-i-progress\">0 of 5 prepared<\/div><div class=\"ngi-i-meter\"><span style=\"width: 0%;\"><\/span><\/div><label class=\"ngi-i-doc\"><input type=\"checkbox\"><span><strong>Identity documents<\/strong>Clear copies of your passport and required identification pages.<\/span><\/label><label class=\"ngi-i-doc\"><input type=\"checkbox\"><span><strong>Academic records<\/strong>School-leaving results, certificates and relevant tertiary records.<\/span><\/label><label class=\"ngi-i-doc\"><input type=\"checkbox\"><span><strong>Certified translations<\/strong>Official translations where documents are not issued in English.<\/span><\/label><label class=\"ngi-i-doc\"><input type=\"checkbox\"><span><strong>Equivalency outcome<\/strong>Applicable SAQA evaluation or USAf exemption documentation.<\/span><\/label><label class=\"ngi-i-doc\"><input type=\"checkbox\"><span><strong>Study-status documents<\/strong>Any immigration or study-permit information requested during the process.<\/span><\/label><\/div><aside class=\"ngi-i-aside\"><h3>Start early.<\/h3><p>Evaluation, exemption and immigration-related processes can take time. Do not wait until registration is close before preparing your application.<\/p><a class=\"ngi-i-btn\" href=\"\/ngistaging\/application-form\/\">Start your application<\/a><\/aside><\/div><\/section><section class=\"ngi-i-wrap ngi-i-faq\"><p class=\"ngi-i-k\" style=\"color:#006BFF\">Common questions<\/p><h2>Know before you go.<\/h2><details open=\"\"><summary>Can I apply before my evaluation is complete?<\/summary><p>You can begin by speaking to the admissions team, but final requirements and timelines depend on your qualification and intended programme.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Do all international applicants follow the same process?<\/summary><p>No. The process depends on your school-leaving qualification, previous studies and intended NGI programme.<\/p><\/details><details><summary>Who confirms immigration requirements?<\/summary><p>Confirm current immigration and study-permit requirements with the relevant South African authorities and follow the documentation guidance provided during admission.<\/p><\/details><\/section><section class=\"ngi-i-final\"><p class=\"ngi-i-k\" style=\"color:#006BFF\">Your future can cross borders<\/p><h2>Let\u2019s identify the right admission route for you.<\/h2><a class=\"ngi-i-btn\" href=\"\/ngistaging\/enquiry\/\">Enquire as an international student<\/a><\/section><\/div><script>document.querySelectorAll('.ngi-i-tab').forEach(function(btn){btn.addEventListener('click',function(){var root=btn.closest('.ngi-i-equiv');root.querySelectorAll('.ngi-i-tab,.ngi-i-panel').forEach(function(x){x.classList.remove('active')});btn.classList.add('active');root.querySelector('#'+btn.dataset.equ).classList.add('active')})});(function(){var root=document.querySelector('.ngi-i-list');if(!root)return;var boxes=root.querySelectorAll('input'),bar=root.querySelector('.ngi-i-meter span'),count=root.querySelector('.ngi-i-progress');function up(){var n=[].filter.call(boxes,function(x){return x.checked}).length;bar.style.width=(n\/boxes.length*100)+'%';count.textContent=n+' of '+boxes.length+' prepared'}boxes.forEach(function(x){x.addEventListener('change',up)});up()})();<\/script>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Study in South Africa International Students A clearer route from international school results to an NGI application\u2014so you know what to prepare and where to begin. 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