UJ 2027 Undergraduate Intake: Online Applications Officially Open

Are you a student looking to apply for an undergraduate programme? Then there’s great news!

The University of Johannesburg is officially inviting all prospective students who wish to pursue undergraduate qualifications to visit the official application portal and submit their applications starting from 1 April 2026.

Explore Your Future at the University of Johannesburg

The University of Johannesburg offers a wide range of academic programmes that reflect the diversity of its student community. With seven faculties and one college, students can choose from a variety of disciplines, including

Education
Law
Humanities
Art, Design, and Architecture
Health Sciences
Science
Engineering and the Built Environment

The College of Business and Economics is also home to the prestigious Johannesburg Business School, recognized for excellence in business education.

UJ operates across four vibrant campuses:

Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus
Auckland Park Kingsway Campus
Doornfontein Campus
Soweto Campus

Each campus has its own unique atmosphere, contributing to the university’s dynamic environment and reflecting the vibrant spirit of Johannesburg.

Who Qualifies to Be an Undergraduate Student at the University of Johannesburg

To qualify as an undergraduate student at UJ, you generally need to meet the following criteria:

Completion of Secondary Education:
- A National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent high school qualification.
- For international students, an equivalent recognized school-leaving certificate.
Minimum Academic Requirements:
- Achieve the required grades or points for your chosen programme.
- Some programmes may have subject-specific requirements (e.g., Mathematics for Engineering).
English Proficiency:
- Demonstrate proficiency in English, usually through school results or recognized language tests for international applicants.
Age Requirement:
- Typically, students must have completed secondary schooling and be ready to start tertiary education (usually around 17–18 years or older).
Special Programmes:
- Certain faculties may have additional selection criteria, such as portfolios for Art & Design or auditions for Performing Arts.

Undergraduate Qualifications Offered at the University of Johannesburg

With strong academic performance, you can gain admission to programmes leading to the following undergraduate qualifications:

Diploma
Higher Certificate
Advanced Diploma
Bachelor’s Degree
Undergraduate Honours Degree

Application Date for 2027 (Deadline)

The University of Johannesburg 2027 undergraduate application window ends on 31 October at 12h00, with no extensions granted for late applicants.

Application Materials Required

To complete your application successfully, please ensure you have the following documents ready:

South African Applicants

Certified copy of your South African ID
Certified copy of your Grade 12 results (if you have completed Grade 12)
Certified copy of your Grade 11 final results (if you are currently in Grade 12)
A valid and working email address

International Applicants

Certified copy of your identification document from your home country
Certified copy of your passport
Valid study visa for South Africa
Medical report
Proof of English proficiency (if your previous education was not conducted in English):
- IELTS overall score of 6.0, or
- TOEFL score between 80 and 104

Make sure all documents are clear, certified, and uploaded correctly to avoid delays in processing your application.

Application Fee for 2027 Admissions

The manual (hard copy) application requires a non-refundable fee of R200. This fee applies to both South African and international applicants

Please note that the online application is free of charge.

If you are submitting a manual application, attach the original proof of payment (deposit receipt) to your completed application form.

Banking Details for Payment

Bank: First National Bank (FNB)
Account Name: UJ Main Account
Account Type: Cheque
Account Number: 626 158 73280
Branch Name: FNB Client Services
Branch Code: 210-554
Reference: Use your ID number as the payment reference

Note: Ensure that your reference number is correct to avoid delays in processing your application.

Read Also: www.spu.ac.za online application

Apply using the online forms for 2027

These are simplified methods of applying using the online application portal

Get access to the internet and use the Mozilla firefox browser for your own good
Enter www.uj.ac.za/Apply to commence
Click on the new application option
If you don’t have your student number, fill in the required spaces to generate your student number
Log in with your student number that was sent to your email
Choose your courses (first and second choice)
Upload the required documents as listed above in their right format (tiff, pdf, jpg, and gif.)
Submit the application after reviewing it for accuracy.

Contact Details:

For any further clarification, an applicant can reach the university via:

Telephone: +27 11 559 4555
Email: mylife@uj.ac.za

Visit the official website for more information

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