About
Named after the global city of Johannesburg, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) is vibrant, diverse, and energetic. The institution, which is proudly South African, has deep African roots and is in a good position to help realize the promise for expansion in higher education on the Continent. With more than 50,000 students, including more than 3,000 international students from 80 different countries, UJ has developed into a diverse, inclusive, transformative, and collegial school. Because of this, UJ is one of the largest contact institutions among the 26 state universities that make up the higher education system in South Africa (SA).
Application date & Application fee
There is no application fee when you apply online. Applications for 2026 are now open and close on 30 September 2025
Important Information for new Applicants
- 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 re-writing 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 UJs admissions requirements and applicants are not required to write the NBTs in order 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. Online applications are free and we caution you to not fall victim to such a scam.
- Upgrading of final grade 12 results, if applicable, must be indicated as part of the online application.
Courses with an APS between 19 - 28
• Fashion Production Diploma:
20 with Maths OR 21 with Maths Lit
• BA Design Courses:
23 with Mathematics OR 24 with Mathematical Literacy
• Diploma in Architecture:
23 with Maths OR 24 with Tech Maths
• Diploma in Jewellery Design and Manufacture:
18 with Maths OR 19 with Maths Lit OR 20 with Tech Maths
• Accounting Extended Degree (4 years):
25 with Maths OR 28 with Maths Lit
• Business Management Extended Degree:
25 with Maths OR 28 with Maths Lit
• Economics and Econometrics Extended Degree:
25 with Maths OR 28 with Maths Lit
• Finance Extended Degree:
25 with Maths OR 28 with Maths Lit
• Logistics Extended Diploma:
19 with Maths OR 21 with Maths Lit
• People Management Extended Diploma:
19 with Maths OR 21 with Maths Lit
• Small Business Management Extended Diploma:
19 with Maths OR 21 with Maths Lit
• Transportation Management Extended Diploma:
19 with Maths OR 21 with Maths Lit
• Bachelor of Mine Surveying Degree (BEngTech):
23 APS
• Management Services Diploma:
19 with Mathematics OR 21 with Mathematical Literacy
• Operations Management Diploma
19 with Mathematics OR 21 with Mathematical Literacy
• Extraction Metallurgy Extended Degree:
24 APS
• Industrial Engineering Extended Degree:
24 APS
• Mechanical Engineering Extended Degree:
24 APS
• Physical Metallurgy Extended Degree:
22 APS
• Sport Management Degree:
23 with Mathematics
• Sport Management Diploma programme:
18 with Mathematics OR
19 with Mathematical Literacy
• Extended Diploma in Public Relations:
24 APS
• Analytical Chemistry Extended Diploma:
21 APS
• Biotechnology Extended Diploma:
21 APS
• Food Technology Extended Diploma:
21 APS
How to apply
Online applications can be submitted online using the link now
How to view courses you qualify for
Down load the UniWise app from Google Play Store to view courses you qualify for with your marks
