Where are Unisa Graduations held

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Where are Unisa Graduations held

The Graduation venue will be communicated to all graduands

Graduations

The graduation ceremony

On arrival

Please present yourself at the registration desk in the foyer where a seating card indicating your name, degree or diploma and seat number will be handed to you. You will be referred to a desk or counter where you may claim your guest tickets.

Guests must be seated 30 minutes before the ceremony starts. Guest seats are not reserved.

If you have arranged to collect your academic dress at the graduation venue (except at the Pretoria venue which does not provide such a service), please collect it at the supplier’s stall.

During the ceremony

Graduands/Diploma candidates and guests should rise when the academic procession enters the hall. They may only be seated once the Chancellor has given the signal to do so. At the end of the ceremony, the audience should rise and remain standing until the procession has left the hall.

Graduands

When signalled by Graduations staff, the graduand whose name appears first in the programme rises, and, carrying the hood over the left arm and seating card in the right hand, ascends the stage from the right (as seen from the audience).

The graduand hands his or her card to the college representative, who reads out the name. The card is returned to the graduand which serves as a cue to walk towards the Chancellor and kneel with the right knee on the stool. The Chancellor confers the degree.

The graduand approaches the Registrar, standing to the Chancellor’s right (left as seen from the audience), hands him the hood and turns to face the audience.

A photograph is taken when the Registrar drapes the hood over the graduate’s shoulders. To ensure a photograph of good quality, the graduate should stand upright and look directly at the camera.

The graduate descends the stage on the left (as seen from the audience). The degree certificate is handed over by a university official. A head and shoulder photograph is taken as the graduate returns to his or her seat. When the last graduate in the college descends the stage, the college representative returns to his or her seat. The next college representative takes his or her place behind the lectern, and the process is repeated.

Diploma candidates

The candidate whose name appears first in the programme rises and, holding the seating card in the right hand, ascends the stage from the right (as seen from the audience). The candidate must be wearing the neckband since it is not draped on stage.

The candidate hands his or her card to the college representative standing at the lectern who reads out the name and returns the card to the candidate.

The candidate walks across the stage and shakes hands with the Registrar. While shaking hands, the diplomate should look directly at the camera to ensure a good photograph.

The diplomate descends the stage on the left (as seen from the audience). The diploma certificate is handed over by a university official.

As the diplomate returns to his or her seat, a head and shoulder photograph is taken.

Doctoral candidates

The graduand’s supervisor reads a short validation after the college representative has introduced the candidate to the congregation. If the supervisor is absent, the validation is read by the relevant college representative.

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.