When Can I Register For Higher Certificate At Unisa 2025/2026

When Can I Register For Higher Certificate Courses At Unisa 2025/2026

2024/2025 Higher Certificate Registration Dates at UNISA: Everything You Need to Know:

The University of South Africa (UNISA) has always stood as a beacon for distance learning, catering to students across the continent. As we approach 2024/2025, potential students are keen to understand the registration process for Higher Certificate programs at this esteemed institution. This guide will provide clarity on the timelines and requirements.

UNISA’s Higher Certificate courses offer specialized knowledge across various domains, making it a sought-after qualification for those looking to dive into specific sectors or bolster their academic portfolio. The flexibility of distance learning makes it especially appealing to working professionals and those who need to balance other commitments.

Many students find UNISA to be a desirable option due to its reputation and the worth of its Higher Certificate. Watch for official announcements, prepare your documents, and understand the requirements to guarantee a smooth registration procedure for the school years 2025–2026.

New applicants & Unisa students who applied for admission to a new qualification may only register if they have received an offer of placement from Unisa and have accepted the offer online. Unisa reserves the right to not process and/or cancel your registration if it is found that you were incorrectly admitted to a qualification.

When Can I Register For A Higher Certificate At Unisa 2025/2026

Registration is currently open for both Undergraduate qualifications (Higher certificates, advanced certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas, BTech & degrees, including the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) at  Unisa for the academic year 2024-2025. Begin your registration for Higher  Certificate courses by the following dates:

Unisa Undergraduate Program Registration Date For 2025:

• Semester 2 registration for all undergraduate qualifications, honours degrees and postgraduate diplomas with semester modules to be open from 28 June to 19 July.

Unisa Master’s & Doctoral Program Registration Date For 2025:

• Registration for master’s and doctoral qualifications for the 2025 academic year is open from 10 January to 30 April (some exceptions apply).
• Semester 2 registrations for the MBA and MBL qualifications will open on 28 June and close on 19 July.

Unisa Short Learning Program Registration Date For 2025:

• Application and registration for Unisa’s Short Learning Programmes will be open from 10 January to 15 March.

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UNISA Higher Certificate Registration Date For Second Semester 2025

Registration Periods:

UNISA offers multiple registration periods throughout the year to accommodate a wide range of learners. These registration windows provide flexibility and convenience for those interested in pursuing a Higher Certificate. The university typically follows a semester-based academic calendar, with registration periods for both the first and second semesters.

in case you missed the first semester kindly take note of 2nd semester registration higher certificate program

• Unisa Semester 2 registrations for Short Learning Programmes: The semester 2 applications and registrations for the 2024 academic year are open for limited qualifications from the 14th of May to the 19th of July 2024.
• Unisa Semester 2 registration for undergraduate and Postgraduate Courses: Semester 2 registration for all undergraduate qualifications, honours degrees and postgraduate diplomas with semester modules to be open from 28 June to 19 July

Who Can Register for Higher Certificate At Unisa

• Applicants (new applicants & Unisa students who applied for admission to a new qualification) may only register if they have received an offer of placement from Unisa and have accepted the offer online. Unisa reserves the right to not process and/or cancel your registration if it is found that you were incorrectly admitted to a qualification.
• Re-registering students may register for the 2025 academic year once the registration period opens.

Please note: Should you wish to start a new qualification, please apply online for the alternative qualification during the prescribed application period.

Higher Certificate Programs  Offered At UNISA For 2025-2026

The higher certificate comes with the following courses at UNISA In 2024:

• Higher Certificate in Accounting Sciences Not Applicable (98201)
• Higher Certificate in Animal Welfare (90098)
• Higher Certificate in Archives and Records Management (98577)
• Higher Certificate in Banking (98225)
• Higher Certificate in Criminal Justice (90006)
• Higher Certificate in Economic and Management Sciences (98237)
• Higher Certificate in Education (90093)
• Higher Certificate in Education Foundation Phase and Intermediate Phase (90093 – FIP)
• Higher Certificate in Education Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching (90093 – SPF)
• Higher Certificate in Insurance (90013)
• Higher Certificate in Law (98751)
• Higher Certificate in Life and Environmental Sciences (98366)
• Higher Certificate in Marketing (98229)
• Higher Certificate in Mathematics and Statistics (90129)
• Higher Certificate in Physical Sciences (90101)
• Higher Certificate in Retailing (90014)
• Higher Certificate in Social Auxiliary Work Not Applicable (90011)
• Higher Certificate in Supervisory Management (90015)
• Higher Certificate in Tourism Management (98226)

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Higher Certificate Courses And Programmes Registration Requirements At Unisa For 2025-2026

Registrants are to provide the following documents  when registering:

• a valid and active cellphone number
• an alternative and valid contact number (in case we can’t get hold of you via your cellphone number)
• a valid and correct courier / physical delivery address

Higher Certificate Courses And Programmes Registration Process

Follow these steps to apply:

• Go to the Unisa website.
• Click on ‘Proceed to ODEL & Unisa’
• Click on ‘apply now
• Click on Undergraduate Qualifications
• Do you have a student number? If you have a student number that starts with a 7, then click YES If you have any other Unisa student number but it doesn’t start with a 7 then Click NO.
• Fill in the empty field with your details.
• Select the qualification you want to apply for
• Fill in the empty field with your details and proceed
• Upload your documents
• Submit your application

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UNISA Contact Details

Student enquiries

• 0800 00 1870
  Contact details for student assistance and service

Ethics Hotline

• 0800 075 278
  unisa@thehotline.co.za

Visit us

• Main campus:
  Preller Street, Muckleneuk Ridge, Pretoria
• Sunnyside campus (applications, registrations & learning centre):
  Cnr Justice Mahomed & Steve Biko Streets, Sunnyside, Pretoria

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