The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has officially opened the application window for 2025 admission through Offline application mode and Online Application through its Online Application Portal.

For students aspiring to join this institution, the Application process for the 2025/2026 academic year involves submitting applications online through the official UJ Online application website or filling out offline application forms available on the official UJ website and submitting them to the university via email.

To apply, applicants are required to fill out the application form in hardcopy or online by providing their personal information, previous education, and details of the course they wish to join.

After filling out the application form, students are required to upload the necessary documents, such as academic certificates, identification, and recent photos. It is important to ensure that all uploaded documents are authentic and clearly visible.

International students are required to pay an application fee of R200.00 for offline applications, The online application is free,

After completing the application process, students will be notified about the status of their applications via email or phone, or they can also track the status of applications through the Uj student Portal.

UJ Application and Admission Key Dates for 2025

Before starting the application process of submitting your admission application, it is good to know the key admissions and application dates,

Undergraduate Applicants: Application And Closing Date

The admission window for submitting applications to join the University of Johannesburg (UJ) for the 2025 academic year is officially opened from 01/04/2024 to 31/10/2024. All applicants are advised to strongly follow these dates to avoid missing the application deadline

Postgraduate Application and Closing Date

Applications open on 1 April of the year preceding the year of intended study and close on 31 October 2024 at 12:00 except for the following programmes:

• MEng/Mphil in Engineering Management (Coursework): 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• MEd Educational Psychology: 24 June 2024 @ 12:00
• ​MA Clinical Psychology and MA Counselling Psychology: 8 July 2024 @ 12:00
• BA Hons in Industrial Psychology: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• BCom Hons in Financial Planning: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• ​BCom Hons in Human Resource Management: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• BCom Hons in Industrial Psychology: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• BCom Hons in Investment Management: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• ​BCom Hons in Marketing Management: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• ​BCom Hons Strategic Management: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• BCom Hons in Property Valuation and Mngt.: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• BCom Hons in Quantitative Finance: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• MCom/Mphil Industrial Psychology: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00
• PhD in Industrial Psychology: 30 September 2024 @ 12:00

IMPORTANT THINGS TO NOTICE

ALL INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS ARE TO TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Submit a completed application form with supporting documents together with a non-refundable application fee of R200.00
• Online applications are free
• Supporting documents maybe uploaded on the application platform or emailed to intappsdocs@listsrv.uj.ac.za
• Final School leaving results when applying with international credentials or currently in Grade 12 (Final Grade 11 results)
• Valid Passport or Identity Document or Birth Certificate
• Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than English)
  Provide proof of the English Proficiency where English was not used as a medium of learning and teaching (the University prefers the applicant to take the IELTS at an overall score of 6 and TOEFL at an average score of 80–104 for Undergraduate programmes) Alternatively, you may elect to write the University of Johannesburg English Language Programme Test (UJELP). Should you choose to write the University of Johannesburg English Language Programme Test (UJELP), you are required to obtain an overall score of 6. Please send an email to the following address for more information: ujelp1@uj.ac.za
• In case were both first and second choices were unsuccessful, International Admissions office will offer an international applicant an alternative option when meeting the requirements
• Should you require on campus accommodation, please submit a completed residence application form at the same time you apply to study at UJ

Applicants who are attending or have attended a university within or outside the Republic of South Africa, must submit an academic transcript that covers the period of study, especially if they intend on being granted exemption from modules or courses at University.

Degree seeking students

In order to study for a South African degree applicants are required to have achieved a South African National Senior Certificate with a degree endorsement. All International applicants with high school qualifications achieved outside of the Republic of South Africa require a certificate of exemption from the Matriculation Board of South Africa for admission into undergraduate studies. The following supporting documents must be submitted to the Matriculation Board on the address provided below;

• Form M30 (this form can be downloaded on the Matriculation Board website https://mb.usaf.ac.za)
• Correctly certified copies of the applicants educational qualifications certified by a South African High Commission,
• Consulate, Trade Mission or a Public Notary in your home country
• A correctly certified copy of your passport or birth certificate certified by a South African High Commission, Consulate,
• Trade Mission or a Public Notary in your home country
• Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than English)
• Exemption fee as determined by the Matriculation Board (see website https://mb.usaf.ac.za)
• Submit proof of payment for the Exemption fee of R700 payable to the banking details below

Contact Details – Matriculations Board

UNISA Sunnyside Campus
1st Floor, Block E
Hadefields Office Park
1267 Pretorius Street
Hatfield
Pretoria

P O Box 3854
Pretoria
0001
South Africa
Tel. no: +27 10 591 4401/2
Email: Applications@USAf.ac.za
Website: https://mb.usaf.ac.za

Banking Details – Matriculation Board

Bank – ABSA
Account Name – Matriculation Board
Account number – 4059036917
Branch Name – Sunnyside
Branch Code – 630345
When paying at an international bank Swift Code – ABSA ZA JJ

Applicants from the Democratic Republic of Congo and Congo Brazzaville will have to apply for Matriculation Exemption directly with Matriculation Board. Please submit all correctly certified copies by mail when applying by hardcopy application or e-mail when have applied online. The University faculties have different APS (Admission Points System) for admission. It is important that when applying to the University applicants include copy of school leaving results and/or academic record if they have studied at the university.

TECHNOLOGICAL PROGRAMMES (DIPLOMA, CERTIFICATE)

Should you wish to apply for Certificates or Diploma qualification you can apply directly to the university without an Exemption Application or Certificate.

UJ Admission Requirements

The requirements to join the University of Johannesburg (UJ) depend on the specific course you want to study. However, it is important for applicants to know that the requirements for joining UJ may change depending on the number of applications and the competitiveness of the course in question.

All applicants are advised that before starting the process of submitting applications to join the University of Johannesburg (UJ) they should go through the admission requirements which are available in the UJ prospectus 2025.

It is important for students wishing to join this university, they are required to have good performance in your studies and submit your application early.

Required Documents for UJ Application

For students expecting to submit applications to join the University of Johannesburg (UJ), they are required to prepare important documents as follows.

• Final School leaving results when applying with international credentials or currently in Grade 12 (Final Grade 11 results)
• Valid Passport or Identity Document or Birth Certificate
• Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than English)
• Provide proof of the English Proficiency where English was not used as a medium of learning and teaching
• Correctly certified copies educational qualifications certified by a South African High Commission,
• A correctly certified copy of your passport or birth certificate certified by a South African High Commission, Consulate,
• Trade Mission or a Public Notary in your home country
• Sworn English Translation of documents (Documents issued in any Language other than English)

UJ Application Process (Step by step Guide)

The process of applying for admission to the University of Johannesburg (UJ) is simple and can be done both offline and online.

To submit you application online, you can follow the steps below.

• Visit the official UJ website at uj.ac.za.
• Once the Website Homepage Opens, Navigate to the “ADMISSIONS” Section
• The Menu Items will be displayed, Click the “Undergraduate” for undergraduate Admissions or “Postgraduate” for Postgraduate Admissions
• The Undergraduate admissions Page will open, Click the button which says “New Applicant APPLY HERE” which will take you to the application page.
• Here, you will need to fill out an application form with your personal details, including your name, address, and contact information.
• After filling in your personal details, you will be required to choose the course you want to study. UJ offers various courses in various fields, from arts to science. Once you have chosen your course, you will need to provide more details about your previous education and your exam results.
• Finally, you will receive an email message from UJ confirming that your application has been received and is in the review process. Please note that this process can take time, so patience is required.

PAPER APPLICATIONS

• Step 1: Select your qualification study choices1 and 2. (Ensure you meet the admission requirements as set out in this prospectus.)
• Step 2: If you do not have a UJ student number, please make an application fee payment of R200 and complete the UJ academic application form.
• Step 3: 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 necessary requirements and there is space in your selected programme, you will be informed on whether your application has been successful or not.

APPLICATION FEES

Apply online for which no application fee is charged, or, apply with a paper-based application form and pay an application fee of R200 into UJ’s bank account (first-time applicants only).

Students without a valid UJ student number, but with a valid South African ID Number or Passport Number, must use the following account.

Banking Details:

FNB UJ Main Account Account type: Cheque

Account number: 626 158 73280 Branch name: FNB Client Services Branch code: 210-554

• Reference on the deposit slip: Please use your ID Number as the reference.
• If you are prompted for a SWIFT CODE, you must provide the following information: FIRNZ AJJ.
• Please attach a copy of proof of payment when you submit your paper/hardcopy application form.
• Be sure to make a photocopy of your deposit slip and keep it for your own records.
• No residence deposit required upon application.

Send your application to:

• Student Enrolment Centre Auckland Park Kingsway Campus University of Johannesburg
• PO Box 524
• Auckland Park 2006

UJ Late Applications For 2025

For students who were unable to submit their applications on time, they can use the special window for Late Applications for the academic year 2025 at the University of Johannesburg (UJ). However, it is important to note that late applications may only be accepted if there are remaining spaces in the respective program. Students are advised to contact the UJ registration department for more information about the possibility of late applications.

The procedure for submitting Late Applications For 2025 is the same as usual, where applicants will need to fill out an online application form through the UJ website.

Applicants will need to provide personal information, academic details, and their choice of study programs. After submitting the form, students will need to wait for approval. For those who are approved, they will need to complete their registration and pay the tuition fees. Therefore, it is important for students to have financial plans before submitting their late applications.

The deadline for the late applications to the University of Johannesburg (UJ) for the year 2025 has not yet been announced. However, based on previous years, the deadline for late applications is usually around the Month of January. It is important to ensure that you complete and submit your application before the deadline to be considered for admission.

Remember that UJ has a limited number of study seats available, and they can fill up quickly, so it is important to apply as early as possible. Please continue to check the UJ website or contact the UJ admissions office for more information and updates about the late application deadline for the year 2025.

Contact Information and Further Assistance for UJ Online Application

If you need assistance with the application for admission to join UJ, you can contact the university directly. The Student Admission Department can assist you with any questions you have about the application process. You can contact them via the following contacts details.

International Students only

For further information regarding international students, you can visit the University Website at www.uj.ac.za or the Division for Internationalisation Home Page at www.uj.ac.za/international

Auckland Park Kingsway Campus (APK)

Mrs Mampou Ngqumshe
Tel no: +27 11 559 4517
mampoum@uj.ac.za

Doornfontein Campus (DFC)

Mr. Thabang Mothebe
Tel no: +27 11 559 6510
thabangm@uj.ac.za

Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus (APB)

Ms. Palesa Makwela
Tel no: +27 11 559 1027
pmakwela@uj.ac.za

Soweto Campus (SWC)

Tel no.: +27 11 559 5014

Division for Internationalisation

Ms. Shantelle Sass
Tel no.: +27 11 559 7780
ssass@uj.ac.za

Also, you can visit the University of Johannesburg (UJ)’s official website for more information and guidance. Note that assistance is available during working hours, from Monday to Friday. Make sure you follow all the instructions on your online application to ensure the process goes smoothly.