The University of South Africa (UNISA)[a] is the largest university system in South Africa by enrollment. It attracts a third of all higher education students in South Africa. Through various colleges and affiliates, UNISA has over 400,000 students, including international students from 130 countries worldwide, making it one of the world’s mega universities and the only such university in Africa.
As a comprehensive university, Unisa offers both vocational and academic programs, many of which have received international accreditation, as well as an extensive geographical footprint, giving their students recognition and employability in many countries the world over.
UNISA Online Application Form
The University of South Africa (UNISA) online admission application form/portal 2024/2025 is open to all qualified applicants irrespective of color, race, ethnic identity, religion, gender, or national origin.
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How to Apply Online
Applications for admission to undergraduate qualifications (higher certificates, advanced certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas & degrees) for the 2022 academic year will be open from 11 August to 15 October 2021.
Everyone wanting to start a new qualification must apply for admission. This includes
Both South Africans and International interested students can apply for the University of South Africa (UNISA) Application Form 2024/2025 provided they qualify and meet the entry requirements for the program for which they have applied.
Note – Once the University of South Africa (UNISA) Admission Application Portal is closed, new applications will not be submitted. So register now while the applications are still ongoing.
Application forms can be obtained at any of the University of South Africa (UNISA) Sites/Campuses and, or on the College Website; https://www.unisa.ac.za/sites/corporate/default/Apply-for-admission
For more information and inquiries, please navigate to the University of South Africa (UNISA) website.
- first-time Unisa applicants.
- Unisa students changing to a new qualification and/or specialization.
- applicants who previously applied for admission and were not offered a space or who were offered a space accepted the offer and did not register.
- students completing a higher certificate or any other program and who wish to continue with further undergraduate studies.
Undergraduate qualifications
Applications for admission to undergraduate qualifications for the 2022 academic year will be open from 11 August to 15 October 2021.
Everyone wanting to start a new qualification must apply for admission.
Honours degrees & postgraduate diplomas
Applications for admission to honors degrees and postgraduate diplomas for the 2022 academic year will be open from 11 August to 15 October 2023.
Everyone wanting to start a new qualification must apply for admission.
Master’s & doctoral qualifications
Applications for admission to master’s & doctoral qualifications will be open from 8 September to 12 November 2021 (some exceptions apply).