Unisa Application Dates 2027-2028

Unisa Application Dates 2027-2028

How to Apply to UNISA for 2027/2028: Application Dates and Tips:

Applying to the University of South Africa (Unisa) for the 2027-2028 academic year requires careful timing and preparation. As Africa’s leading open distance e-learning institution, Unisa follows a standardised annual application cycle, with dates that shift slightly depending on your qualification level. Knowing these timelines early helps you secure your spot and avoid missed opportunities.

Unisa applications for 2027 and 2028 are expected to open between August and October, with most undergraduate, honours, and postgraduate diploma applications closing around November. However, Unisa also announces limited re-opening windows for specific qualifications. Currently, undergraduate qualifications, honours degrees, and postgraduate diplomas have a limited reopening window from 3 to 17 June. Master’s and doctoral applications for the upcoming cycle are open until 19 December, though some exceptions apply.

If you are considering Short Learning Programmes, second-semester registrations for 2027 run from 18 May to 10 July, giving insight into how Unisa structures mid-year intakes. Before you apply, confirm you meet the statutory and college admission requirements, including the minimum APS for your chosen qualification. You will need certified documents, a valid email address, and a cellphone number for all Unisa communication. Create a free Gmail account if needed, and check it regularly for updates.

A non-refundable R150.00 application fee applies to online applications and must be paid by the closing date via bank deposit or online channels. Unisa does not accept cash payments. Missing the application fee deadline means your application will not be processed, so keep proof of payment. Staying informed about Unisa application dates 2027-2028 ensures you complete each step correctly, from eligibility checks to submission. This guide draws on Unisa’s official announcements to help you plan with confidence and meet every requirement on time.

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Unisa Application Dates 2027-2028

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

Unisa Application Date For Undergraduate Qualifications 2027:

• Applications for admission to undergraduate qualifications for the 2027 academic year are supposed to open from August to October 2026. However, applications re-open for undergraduate qualifications for limited qualifications only. Apply between 3 and 17 June

Unisa Application Date For Honours degrees & postgraduate diplomas 2027:

• Applications for admission to honours degrees and postgraduate diplomas for the 2027 academic year are supposed to open from August to October 2026. However, applications re-open for limited honours degrees and postgraduate diplomas only. Apply between 3 and 17 June 2026

Unisa Application Date For Master’s & Doctoral Qualifications Diplomas 2027:

• Applications for admission to Master’s & Doctoral Qualifications Diplomas for the 2027 academic year are supposed to open from September to November 2026. However, applications re-open for master’s & doctoral qualifications until 19 December 2026 (some exceptions apply).

Unisa Application Date For Short Learning Programmes Diplomas 2027:

• Applications and registration for Unisa’s Short Learning Programmes are open from 8th January to 15th February.

Documents Required To Apply to Unisa 2027-2028

The following documents are required to apply to Unisa for 2027:

• 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

Unisa Application Fees 2027-2028

• Applicants applying for admission into the 2027 academic year at Unisa are to pay an application fee of R150.00

Unisa Online Application Procedure 2027-2028

To apply online at Unisa, follow the steps below:

• Go to the online application system

Upload supporting documents:

• Everyone applying for a new qualification must submit the required documents (all first-time applicants and Unisa students starting a new qualification).
• The due date for uploading the required documents is the closing date for applications. No documents submitted after the closing date for applications will be accepted.
• Unisa does not provide scanners or electronic devices. Please ensure that your documents are scanned and uploaded to an electronic device before starting the application process.

Pay the application fee:

• R150.00 for online applications.
• Pay the application fee once you have received a student number from Unisa.
• Send the proof of payment to susdepid@unisa.ac.za
• Visit www.unisa.ac.za/feepayment for banking details and payment information.

PLEASE NOTE:

• This fee is non-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.
• Unisa does not provide cashier services, and the payment should be made via bank deposit or online channels.
• The due date for the application fee is the closing date for the application period. Any application submitted without an application fee paid on time will not be processed. Please ensure that you keep a copy of your proof of payment.

Make sure your application is complete:

• If your application for admission to study through Unisa is incomplete, you will have to re-apply during the next application period.

UNISA Contact Information

Please contact Unisa for any further information needed using the contact details below:

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

Hope the information given above has been useful to you. If you have a suggestion, kindly leave it in the comment section provided below this post or better yet, you can visit the Official Website of Unisa for more details

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