Qualifications for unisa application 2023

Here are the general qualifications and requirements for applying to the University of South Africa (UNISA) for the 2023 academic year:

General Admission Requirements:

  1. National Senior Certificate (NSC): You must have a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification.
  2. Matriculation Endorsement: You must have a matriculation endorsement (ME) or equivalent qualification.
  3. Age: You must be at least 16 years old to apply for a UNISA undergraduate programme.
  4. Language Proficiency: You must have a good understanding of English or Afrikaans, as these are the primary languages of instruction at UNISA.

Specific Admission Requirements for Undergraduate Programmes:

  1. Bachelor's Degree: You must have a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and 40% in the relevant subject(s) for the programme you are applying for.
  2. Diploma: You must have a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and 40% in the relevant subject(s) for the programme you are applying for.
  3. Certificate: You must have a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 50% in the language of teaching and learning, and 40% in the relevant subject(s) for the programme you are applying for.

Specific Admission Requirements for Postgraduate Programmes:

  1. Master's Degree: You must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, and a minimum of 60% in the relevant subject(s) for the programme you are applying for.
  2. Doctoral Degree: You must have a Master's degree or equivalent qualification, and a minimum of 60% in the relevant subject(s) for the programme you are applying for.

Additional Requirements:

  1. Academic Record: You must provide a certified copy of your academic record, including your matriculation certificate or equivalent qualification.
  2. Identification Documents: You must provide a certified copy of your identification document (ID).
  3. Proof of Payment: You must provide proof of payment for the application fee.
  4. Certified Copies: You must provide certified copies of all supporting documents, including your academic record, matriculation certificate, and identification document.

Important Notes:

  1. Application Fee: You must pay an application fee of R120 for undergraduate programmes and R150 for postgraduate programmes.
  2. Application Deadline: The application deadline for UNISA is usually in November for the following year's academic year.
  3. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): UNISA accepts Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for certain programmes. You can apply for RPL if you have relevant work experience or qualifications that are not reflected on your academic record.
  4. International Students: International students must meet the same admission requirements as South African students, but may also need to provide additional documentation, such as a certified copy of their passport and proof of English language proficiency.

Please note that these are general requirements, and specific programme requirements may vary. It is essential to check the UNISA website or contact the university directly for more information on the admission requirements for your chosen programme.