My Unisa Application 2026-2027

My Unisa Application Fee 2026-2027

If you are considering higher education at UNISA for the 2026 academic year, now is the time to turn your aspirations into reality by making use of the my Unisa application platform. The application dates for undergraduate qualifications, honors degrees, postgraduate diplomas, and master’s and doctoral degrees have been announced. To begin a new qualification, ensure you apply and confirm your eligibility before submitting your application.

For the 2026/2027 academic year, UNISA’s online application period for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs will open on August 21, 2026, and close on October 11, 2026. Be sure to upload all required documents along with your application form. Applications will not be processed if submitted after the deadline or if required documents are missing.

UNISA offers multiple application periods throughout the year to align with various academic semesters. The specific application dates depend on the qualification and program/course being applied for, as well as the designated application period.

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Unisa Application Dates 2026-2027 

All applications for admission must be submitted online within the designated application period as given below:

Application Date For Unisa  Undergraduate Qualifications 2026

• Applications for admission to undergraduate qualifications for the 2026/2027 academic year are to be open from 21 August to 11 October 2026

Application Date for UNISA Honors Degrees & Postgraduate Diplomas 2026:

• Applications for admission to honors degrees and postgraduate diplomas for the 2026 academic year are to be open from 21 August to 11 October 2026

Application Date For Unisa Master’s & Doctoral Qualifications 2026:

• Applications for admission to master’s and doctoral degrees for the 2026 academic year are to be open from 2 September to 22 November 2026 (some exceptions apply).

Application Date for UNISA Short Learning Programmes 2026:

• Application and registration for Unisa’s Short Learning Programs are open from 8 January to 15 February 2026

What Do You Need For My Unisa Application 2026-2027

Firstly, you need to check whether you are qualified for admission and that you have the following required/needed documents ready during the application process:

• Copy of your school qualifications (eg Senior Certificate, National Senior Certificate)
• Copy of your official tertiary academic record(s) (if applicable) (internet copies will not be accepted.)
• Copy of your ID document (RSA students) or ID/passport (international students)
• Copy of your marriage certificate (if applicable) or divorce decree (if applicable)
• Sworn translations of documents if they are not in English or Afrikaans

My Unisa Application Fees 2026-2027

• Applicants applying for admission into the 2026 academic year at Unisa are to pay an application fee of R140.00

My Unisa Application Process 2026-2027

Follow the instructions carefully when completing the online application process. Only upload the required documents as individual files and not a complete set of documents as one file. Pay the application fee once you have received a student number from Unisa because fees are not refundable even if you decide not to study through Unisa, do not qualify for admission to Unisa, or cannot be offered a space due to limited spaces available. Follow the steps below to apply;

• Go to the official website of UNISA at https://www.unisa.ac.za/sites/corporate/default/Apply-for-admission/Undergraduate-qualifications/Apply-for-admission
• On the registration portal click on ” Apply for Admission
• Click On “Apply Now”
• Complete the application form with the required information
• Upload certified copies of supporting documents
• Make payment of your non-refundable application fee of R135.00
•  Cross-check your application to ensure that it is complete

UNISA Contact


Please get in touch with Unisa at the following address:

• Preller Street, Muckleneuk Ridge, Pretoria
• Sunnyside campus (applications, registrations & learning centre):
• Cnr Justice Mahomed & Steve Biko Streets, Sunnyside, Pretoria
• Tel: 0800 005 311
• Email: unisa@whistleblowing.co.za

Embarking on the journey of applying to the University of South Africa via Unisa My marks a crucial stride toward realising your academic and career aspirations. Unisa provides an excellent avenue for students pursuing quality education through distance learning, offering a user-friendly online platform and a diverse array of programs to suit various interests and goals. Visit the official website of Unisa for more information.

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