University of Johannesburg (UJ) Online Application 2027

University of Johannesburg (UJ) Online Application 2027

Every year, thousands of qualified students lose their chance at UJ simply because they applied incorrectly. For the University of Johannesburg (UJ) Online Application 2027, UJ is making it very clear: you have from 01st April to 31st October to apply online, and there will be no late applications. If you miss that deadline, you wait until 2028.

Unlike other universities where you can chop and change, UJ allows only two application choices per academic year and zero amendments after submission. An informed decision is literally the foundation of success at UJ. So before you start your University of Johannesburg (UJ) Online Application 2027, you need to be strategic.

Step one is verifying your Admission Point Score (APS). Step two is consulting the UJ Undergraduate Prospectus to check the exact subject and APS minima for your desired qualification. Remember, UJ does not accept the American GED for undergraduate entry, and extended qualifications are only for applicants with no previous tertiary studies.

Importantly, applying is free. UJ has issued a serious scam alert: Do not trust anyone promising to secure your admission for a fee. Admissions are based on merit alone. All applications are online, and any suspicious activity should be reported to the ethics hotline at uj@thehotline.co.za. Apply smart, apply early.

There are 178 undergraduate programmes to choose from; you can take your pick. These programmes are offered in the following eight faculties:

• Art, Design and Architecture
• Business and Economics (College)
• Education
• Engineering and the Built Environment
• Health Sciences
• Humanities
• Law
• Science

Checklist for Applying to UJ 2027

• Valid email address (Gmail or Yahoo Mail account).
• Click to view the Undergraduate Prospectus for more information on minimum entrance requirements.
• All documents submitted as part of the online application or requested by the University must be certified.
• The Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) prohibits the University from processing applications via a third party.
• Applications for all Undergraduate Curricular qualifications close at 12:00 on 31 October

New Applicants

• Please consult the Undergraduate Prospectus to ensure you meet the minimum entrance requirements before applying.
• Applicants may only apply for two study choices per academic year. These study choices may not be amended once they have been chosen.
• In the case of applicants rewriting Grade 12 subjects, applications will be processed on the current results available.
• If Grade 12 has been written more than once, then your combined results must be submitted with your application.
• Applicants currently in Grade 12 may be requested to provide certified copies of final Grade 11 results for verification and auditing purposes.
• The University of Johannesburg will not accept the American General Education Development (GED) test for entry into its undergraduate curricular qualifications.
• Applicants who completed the American GED and would like to study towards an undergraduate curricular qualification at UJ must achieve a Grade 12 NSC/IEB/SACAI or international equivalent.
• The National Benchmark Tests (NBTs) are not part of UJ’s admissions requirements, and applicants are not required to write the NBTs to apply or gain admission to UJ.
• The University of Johannesburg would like to alert you that there are individuals /companies claiming to work for, or with, the University of Johannesburg and are charging a fee to assist with applications.

How to Apply Online at UJ 2027

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) Online Application for 2026 has a simple, easy and accurate process. Follow the steps below to apply online:

1. Go to www.uj.ac.za/Apply 2027
2. Select “Apply” to start the application
3. Fill out the online application form with your details
4. Upload your supporting documents
5. Complete and submit your application for review

If you have previously applied and have a UJ student number, please call the UJ Call Centre (011 559 4555) to ensure that your cell number and email address are captured on our student database. This will ensure that you receive a PIN to complete the online application process.

Paper-Based Application

1. Select your qualification study choices
2. Ensure you meet the admission requirements as set out in this prospectus.
3. If you do not have a UJ student number, please make an application fee payment of R200 and complete the UJ academic application form.
4. Submit your application to any of UJ’s four campuses. Please allow for three weeks before checking on the status of your application.

If your application meets the requirements and there is space in your selected programme, you will be informed whether your application has been successful or not.

Please note that all official communication will be sent via email. You may also go to the UJ website to check your application status using your ID or student number.

For more details, visit https://www.uj.ac.za