UNISA Student Articles & Guides
Comprehensive guides, tips, and resources to help you navigate every step of your UNISA journey — from application to graduation.
Application Process
How to Apply to UNISA in 2026 – Complete Step-by-Step Application Guide
Learn how to apply to UNISA in 2026 with this step-by-step guide. Covers eligibility, myUNISA account setup, documents, fees, and tracking your application.
Application ProcessUNISA Application Status Meanings Explained (2026) – Every Status Code
Understand every UNISA application status meaning in 2026. Learn what each status code means and what action to take next for your UNISA application.
Application ProcessUNISA Late Application 2026 – Can You Still Apply After the Deadline?
Missed the UNISA application deadline? Find out about late application options, re-opening windows, Semester 2 intake, and alternative routes for 2026.
Application ProcessUNISA Matric Exemption Guide 2026 – Who Needs It and How to Apply
Complete guide to UNISA matric exemption in 2026. Learn who needs a USAf exemption, how to apply, costs, processing times, and required documents.
Application ProcessHow to Apply for NSFAS at UNISA 2026
Step-by-step guide to applying for NSFAS funding at UNISA in 2026. Eligibility, documents, deadlines, and what NSFAS covers for distance learning students.
Application ProcessUNISA Online Application Guide 2026 – Apply Step by Step on myUNISA
Step-by-step guide to applying online to UNISA through the myUNISA portal. Learn how to create an account, fill in your details, upload documents, and pay.
Application ProcessUNISA Postgraduate Application Guide 2026
Complete guide to UNISA postgraduate applications. Honours, Master
Fees & Funding
UNISA Bursaries & Scholarships 2026
Comprehensive guide to UNISA bursaries and scholarships. NSFAS alternatives, external bursaries, employer funding, and application tips for 2026.
Fees & FundingUNISA Payment Plan 2026
Guide to UNISA payment plans. Split your tuition fees into instalments — deadlines, eligibility, application process, and consequences of late payment.
General Guides
Request UNISA Academic Record 2026
Guide to requesting official UNISA academic records. Online request process, fees, processing times, and how to get certified transcripts.
General GuidesUNISA Cancellation & Refund Policy 2026
UNISA cancellation and refund policy explained. How to cancel modules, refund timelines, financial implications, and impact on your academic record.
General GuidesUNISA Career Services 2026
Guide to UNISA career services. Career counselling, job placement assistance, CV workshops, interview preparation, and graduate employment support.
General GuidesUNISA Contact Details 2026
Complete UNISA contact information. Phone numbers, email addresses, office locations, operating hours, and how to get help quickly.
General GuidesUNISA Courses List 2026
Complete list of UNISA qualifications for 2026. Browse certificates, diplomas, degrees, and postgraduate programmes across all colleges and departments.
General GuidesUNISA Graduation 2026
UNISA graduation ceremony guide. Dates, venues, dress code, how to apply for graduation, ordering regalia, and what to expect on the day.
General GuidesUNISA Higher Certificate 2026
Guide to UNISA Higher Certificate programmes. No matric required — learn about entry requirements, available programmes, and pathways to degrees.
General GuidesUNISA International Students Guide 2026
Complete guide for international students applying to UNISA. Visa requirements, application process, fee structures, and support services.
General GuidesUNISA myLife Email Guide 2026
How to set up and use your UNISA myLife email. Step-by-step activation, forwarding to personal email, mobile setup, and troubleshooting.
General GuidesUNISA Regional Offices 2026
Find your nearest UNISA regional office. Locations across South Africa, services offered, operating hours, and what to bring for in-person help.
General GuidesUNISA Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) 2026
Guide to Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) at UNISA. How work experience and informal learning can earn you admission or credits toward qualifications.
General GuidesUNISA Semester Dates & Academic Calendar 2026
Complete UNISA academic calendar for 2026. Semester dates, registration periods, assignment deadlines, exam dates, and graduation ceremonies.
General GuidesHow to Find Your UNISA Student Number
Lost your UNISA student number? Learn how to find, retrieve, or recover your UNISA student number online, by phone, and via email in 2026.
General GuidesUNISA BEd Requirements 2026
Complete guide to UNISA BEd teaching requirements. Admission criteria, phases, Funza Lushaka bursary, PGCE option, and how to register with SACE.
Programmes & Qualifications
UNISA BA Requirements 2026
Complete guide to UNISA BA degree requirements. Admission criteria, APS scores, available majors, module structure, and career opportunities for 2026.
Programmes & QualificationsUNISA BCom Requirements 2026
Complete guide to UNISA BCom requirements for 2026. APS scores, subject requirements, specialisations, career prospects, and how to apply.
Programmes & QualificationsUNISA BSc Requirements 2026
UNISA BSc admission requirements for 2026. Mathematics and science prerequisites, specialisations in computing, IT, and environmental science, and career prospects.
Programmes & QualificationsUNISA Honours Requirements 2026
Guide to UNISA Honours degree requirements. Admission criteria, application process, research component, and how Honours differs from undergraduate study.
Programmes & QualificationsUNISA LLB Requirements 2026
Complete guide to UNISA LLB requirements. APS scores, admission criteria, 4-year curriculum, and paths to becoming an attorney or advocate in South Africa.
Programmes & QualificationsUNISA Short Learning Programmes 2026
Guide to UNISA Short Learning Programmes. Browse available SLPs, understand entry requirements, duration, costs, and how to register for professional development courses.
Registration
Student Life & Support
UNISA Library Services 2026
Guide to UNISA library services. Access e-books, academic journals, databases, and research resources online as a registered student.
Student Life & SupportmyUNISA Portal Guide 2026
Complete guide to the myUNISA student portal. Learn how to log in, navigate features, access study materials, submit assignments, and fix common login issues.
Student Life & SupportUNISA Student App 2026
Guide to the UNISA student mobile app. Download links, features, how to log in, notifications, and accessing your studies on your phone.
Study Planning
UNISA Assignment Submission Guide 2026
Step-by-step guide to UNISA assignment submission. Online submission via myUNISA, file formats, deadlines, and tips for getting good marks.
Study PlanningUNISA Exam Preparation Guide 2026
Comprehensive UNISA exam preparation guide. Study timetables, past papers, revision techniques, exam day tips, and managing exam anxiety.
Study PlanningUNISA Exam Timetable 2026
UNISA examination timetable for 2026. Semester 1 and 2 exam dates, how to find your venue, what to bring, and exam preparation strategies.
Study PlanningUNISA Online Study Groups 2026
Guide to forming effective online study groups for UNISA modules. WhatsApp groups, discussion forums, Zoom sessions, and collaborative learning strategies.
Study PlanningUNISA Study Tips for Distance Learning
Proven study tips for UNISA distance learning students. Time management, exam preparation, assignment strategies, and staying motivated.
Study PlanningUNISA Supplementary Exams 2026
Guide to UNISA supplementary examinations. Eligibility criteria, application process, fees, dates, and how supplementary marks are calculated.
Study PlanningUNISA Credit Transfers 2026
Guide to transferring credits to UNISA from other universities. Process, eligible modules, required documents, and how to apply for credit exemptions.