How to Get Unisa Results

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UNISA Examination Results

UNISA exam results are communicated in 5 known ways. These are;

– Email

– Hard copy posting

– Voice Response System(VRS)

– Short Messages (SMS

– Through web link

For email communication, one simply has to indicate his/her email
address on the registration form. The school will send results to all
student email addresses upon the release of such results

Hard copy posting requires that one indicate his/her residential or
home address in the registration forms. The university will always send a
paper copy of the results to all student addresses at its disposal.

VRS is achieved via MTN where the student is required to dial the number 083 1234 and follow the prompts accordingly.

SMS is quite simple too. A student will compose a message as follows;
results [space]+ student number and send it to the MTN number 083 1421
0119. If results for that student number are available, an SMS
containing the results will be sent to the requesting number.

How to Get Unisa Results

How to Check your UNISA Exam Results Online

Exam results are made available on following platforms:

SMS
Kindly forward the following message to the following MTN number:
083 1421 0119.
Results [space]+student number
If there are results available, a SMS containing your results will be sent to you.

Email
Register on myUnisa and indicate on your application if you would like to receive your results by email.

Voice response system (MTN)
Dial the following voice response system number:
083 1234

Posted
Hard copies of the examination results  are mailed to each candidate after the official date of release/printing.

Web link – when you opt for web link results, you will be directed to
a separate page. On this page, you will be asked to enter the; exam
year, exam period and student number. Once you have entered all these
correctly, simply press enter and the results will be displayed.

Other Methods of Checking UNISA Exam Results

  • Final examination result letters will be printed and mailed to students on dates above.
  • Final examination results are being released as they become available on the myUnisa web site and on the MTN (VRS).
  • No results will be released to a candidate before he / she has
    returned all books borrowed from the University Library and settled any
    outstanding fees.
  • No results will be given telephonically by academics or administrative staff .
  • No timetables for supplementary exams will be made available if fees or library books are owed.

UNISA Examinations

UNISA exams require that a student specifies his/her closest
examination center. Usually, you are required to enter your center code
in the registration form. Once you have selected a center, you are bound
to sit your exams from that center though change of centers is allowed
if properly communicated.

Exams are marked by a minimum of two examiners and at times an
external examiner too. Remarking is also allowed once the remarking fee
is paid for students who score between 35% and 49% or those who obtain
between 68% and 74%.

 

Overview of Public Universities in South Africa

Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.

University of Pretoria

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
  • Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.

University of Cape Town

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
  • Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.

Stellenbosch University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.

University of the Witwatersrand

  • Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
  • Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.

University of Johannesburg

  • Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
  • Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.

University of the Free State

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.

University of Venda

  • Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
  • Application Period: Usually from May to September.

University of Fort Hare

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
  • Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.

University of the Western Cape

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Generally from May to September.

North-West University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.

Rhodes University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
  • Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.

Nelson Mandela University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
  • Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.

University of Limpopo

  • Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

University of Zululand

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
  • Application Period: Usually between April and November.

Central University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.

Vaal University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
  • Application Period: Typically from May to September.

Walter Sisulu University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.