ANSWER In 2008, the National Qualifications Framework (NQF) Act No 67 replaced the South African Qualifications Authority Act No 58 of 1995. In line with the NQF Act, there are now 10 levels on the NQF, which means that all qualifications changed from the 8-level framework to the 10-level framework, for example, A 3-year bachelor degree was previously placed on …
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How Do I Get an Academic Unisa Record or Credit Certificate?
ANSWER Submit your request via myUnisa and it will be e-mailed to your myLife e-mail account. This PDF document is password protected. You will only be able to access with your identity number/passport number (the ID number or the password number on record at Unisa). You can also click below to get myUnisa APS. SEE – How Do I Get My …
Read More »Can I Register with Unisa and Another University Simultaneously?
ANSWER Only if the qualification you register for at Unisa is for non-degree purposes and if you have written permission from the other university allowing concurrent registration. You must submit this written permission at the time of application and registration. Remember too, if you do not have a Unisa student number you first need to apply. Please visit www.unisa.ac.za/apply for the …
Read More »Can I Transfer from Another University to Unisa?
ANSWER Yes, except if you were excluded/suspended from a prior institution of higher education on grounds of misconduct. You do, however, need to apply to Unisa first. Please visit www.unisa.ac.za/apply for the dates for the next application period. You can also click on the Unisa application procedure. Don’t forget to check the current application date. Unisa Application for Admission 2022 UNISA …
Read More »I want to register at Unisa, but didn’t apply during the application period. What should I do?
ANSWER You will need to apply for admission during the next application period. Please visit www.unisa.ac.za/apply for more information. You can also click on the Unisa application procedure. Don’t forget to check the current application date. Unisa Application for Admission 2022 UNISA Application Dates 2022
Read More »How Can I Apply for A Formal Letter of Unisa Academic Record (hard Copy Format)?
ANSWER Send your request via myUnisa and it will be e-mailed to your myLife e-mail account. This PDF document is password protected. You will only be able to access the PDF document with the identity number/password number that Unisa has on record for you.
Read More »How Much Will I Forfeit if I Cancel My Unisa Modules?
ANSWER A student who voluntarily cancels his or her registration of a module will forfeit either a part of or the entire study fees paid as indicated below. If you wish to cancel your registration, you must do so by the following dates: Action Date Last date for cancellation of semester 1 modules 15 March 2021 Regardless of when you …
Read More »Do I Need to Attend Unisa Classes?
ANSWER Unisa is a distance education university, which means that you study at a distance. We do not offer classes, but we do offer some tutorial classes for certain modules. I Registered and Paid, but Have Not Received Any Correspondence from Unisa. If you have not yet paid your minimum initial amount, visit www.unisa.ac.za/paymentinfo for banking details. If you have already made …
Read More »How Many Years Do I Have to Complete a Unisa Specific Qualification?
ANSWER Time Limits for Completing Qualifications 3 years to complete a 120-credit qualification (eg higher certificate or advanced certificate, or honours and postgraduate diploma) 6 years to complete a 240-credit qualification (2-year advanced certificate or diploma) 8 years to complete a 360-credit qualification (3-year degree or diploma) 10 years to complete a 480-credit qualification (4-year degree) Please also take note …
Read More »How Do I Cancel or Add a Unisa Module?
ANSWER You need to log in to myUnisa to add or cancel a module. Please note that if you voluntarily cancel your registration of a module for any reason whatsoever, you will forfeit a part of or the entire fee paid as prescribed in the fee payment schedule. Please also take note of Unisa’s academic progression rules on the number of modules you …
Read More »My Unisa Application for Admission Was Approved and I Registered Online. What Must I Do Now?
ANSWER Please be patient while we process your registration. If you see that your registration will not be processed by the closing date for registrations, please visit your nearest Unisa Regional Office.
Read More »I Did Not Register with Unisa for The Past Few Years. Can I Still Complete My Degree?
ANSWER You will need to confirm whether or not Unisa still offers your qualification. Visit www.unisa.ac.za/register to check this information. If you need to apply for a new qualification, please take note of Unisa’s application process and academic progression rules. If you are academically excluded, you must comply with the requirements for re-admission (ie completion of a one-year certificate programme of 48 …
Read More »I Completed My Unisa Education in A Country Other than South Africa. What Should I Do?
ANSWER If you did and you’re registering for a bachelor degree, you must apply for a certificate of conditional matric exemption through the Access and Exemption Office at Unisa (ame@unisa.ac.za).
Read More »Will Unisa Recognise My Prior Learning?
ANSWER When applying to Unisa, Unisa will consider your previous learning. This includes both formal education at a tertiary institution (eg formal certificate, diploma and degree qualifications) and informal learning (eg knowledge or skills acquired during practical work experience, including community work in a relevant field). Visit www.unisa.ac.za/rpl for more information.
Read More »I was registered in Uinsa, Must I re-register for the 2024 academic year?
ANSWER Yes. You must pre-register and pay your fees every year until you complete your studies. Please remember to register online and pay the prescribed fees during the registration period.
Read More »How Much Are Teachers Paid in South Africa?
The average salary for a Teacher in SA is R258,060 gross per year (R21,510 gross per month), which is 9% lower than South Africa’s national average salary. “People Want to Know: Government teachers salary in south Africa, Teachers salary in South Africa 2021 per month, Teachers salary per month in South Africa, How much do private school teachers get paid …
Read More »Can I Study Nursing without Matric?
In as much as studying Nursing as a course requires common sense, but when it comes to health, it is pertinent to be skilful academically. “People also Ask – Can I study nursing with a higher certificate, Do matric in 3 months, TVET college courses without matric, What can I study with grade 11, Where can I study teaching without …
Read More »When Will the Final NSC Examinations Be Conducted?
Umalusi, the Quality Council for General and Further Education and Training, has granted approval to private and public assessment bodies to administer the 2021 end-of-year national examinations for the National Senior Certificate (NSC). “People also ask – grade 12 final exam timetable 2021 pdf, matric final exam time table 2021, grade 12 preliminary exam time table 2021, grade 12 past …
Read More »Must a Learner Register to Write the Final NSC Examination?
ANSWER Yes, before 15 March of the year that a learner will sit for the final examination. All subjects to be written, including those from approved assessment bodies, must be registered.
Read More »Who is Eligible to Write the NSC Examination?
ANSWER Current Grade 12 learners Anyone whose School-based Assessment validity has not expired may register as a part-time candidate for the NSC examinations. NOTE: The School-based Assessment validity expires after 3 years from the date the candidate first wrote the NSC exams.
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