Is Unisa Registration Open For 2024?

The University of South Africa, commonly known as Unisa, is a world-renowned leader in open distance learning (ODL).

It offers flexible and accessible qualifications to students across South Africa and beyond.

If you’re considering furthering your education through Unisa, understanding the registration process is very important.

What is the Unisa Registration?

Unisa registration is the official process of enrolling in your chosen qualification for the academic year.

It involves selecting your modules, submitting the necessary documents, and finalizing your registration by making the required payment.

Is Unisa Registration Open For 2024?

The good news is that Unisa registration for the 2024 academic year is still open for some qualifications.

Here are some of the important dates to consider:

1. Master’s & Doctoral Degrees: Registration for these qualifications is open until April 30th, 2024. However, there might be exceptions for specific programs. We advise that you check the program-specific details on the Unisa website.
2. Undergraduate Qualifications, Honours Degrees & Postgraduate Diplomas: Registration for these programs closed on March 2nd, 2024, for semester modules, and March 31st, 2024, for year modules.
3. Short Learning Programmes: Applications for Short Learning Programmes were open from January 10th to March 15th, 2024.

It’s important to remember that applications for Honours degrees & postgraduate diplomas are closed for the 2024 academic year.

How to register for Unisa

To register for Unisa, follow these steps:

1. Apply for Admission: Ensure you’ve applied for admission to your chosen program and received an offer of placement from Unisa. This applies to both new and returning students applying for a new qualification.
2. Web Registration: Visit the Unisa online registration portal (https://registration.unisa.ac.za/). Here, you’ll select your modules, confirm your details, and finalize the registration process.
3. Payment: Complete your registration by making the required payment. Unisa offers various secure payment methods, including credit card payments, bank deposits, and EFT. Remember to use your student number as a reference when making the payment.

How long does Unisa registration take?

The registration process itself can be completed in a single sitting, provided you have all the necessary information readily available.

However, the overall time it takes to register depends on how quickly you complete the application for admission (if applicable) and finalize your payment.

When must Unisa registration be paid?

To secure your place for the semester/year, ensure you finalize your registration by making the required payment before the closing dates mentioned earlier. 

Late payments might lead to your registration getting cancelled.

How to check status at Unisa 2024?

You can easily check the status of your Unisa application or registration at any time. Here’s how:

1. Visit the Unisa student portal.
2. Log in using your student number and pin.
3. Move to the “My Applications” or “My Registration” section (depending on your stage in the process).
4. You will find the current status of your application or registration displayed clearly.