Masters and Doctoral general enquiries

Embarking on master’s and doctoral studies is a life-changing experience, both for your career and personal growth. Approached correctly it will be extremely rewarding. By registering for a master’s or doctoral degree through Unisa, you will enjoy the support of experienced academic and administrative staff. You will also have the opportunity to conduct focused and meaningful research in one or more exciting fields, enabling you to make a difference to your community and career.

The guidelines below will ensure a problem-free online application and registration experience:

• You need access to the internet if you want to study towards a master’s or doctoral qualification, as everything happens online.
• There are no counters or self-help stations at any of the regional offices for master’s and doctoral students. This means that you must apply and register online using your own computer or a computer at an internet café.
• All administration is handled in Pretoria. You can contact us via e-mail at MandD@unisa.ac.za if you need assistance. Students applying/registering for the MBA, MBL and DBL must direct enquiries to the relevant email address SBLMBL@unisa.ac.za, SBLMBA@unisa.ac.za or for doctoral enquiries to SBLDBL@unisa.ac.za
• Students who obtained their qualifications outside of the border of South Africa must have their qualifications evaluated at the South African Qualification Authority (www.SAQA.org.za)

Please note: All master’s and doctoral qualification applications/registrations must be completed online. No fax, postal or self-help applications will be accepted.

New applicants: Visit our website and follow the steps: https://unisa.ac.za/study

Re-registering students: If you are re-registering for the same qualification, you may proceed directly to registration.