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How to become an online student with UJ

Why study online?

UJ has a wide selection of online programmes to choose from, and everything happens online – from the application to the classes and finally the graduation.

This format also allows you to study part-time, so that you can keep your job and pursue a qualification.

UJ’s online programmes have the same accreditation as the on-campus qualifications, and there are six start dates every year. This means you don’t need to wait for the beginning of the academic year to get going.

The pay-per-module approach means you don’t need a large chunk of money to start studying, you only pay for the module you register for.

You will also have access to your lecturers should you have any concerns about the study material, which is all available on the online learning management system.

Here is an easy-to-follow guide to becoming an online student at UJ.

Which programme is for you?

Is it an undergraduate degree you want to pursue, maybe a Masters, or is it a postgraduate diploma? Is it in your line of work?

The programmes you select can help take your career to the next level, so be sure it is the right fit for you. For more details about the specific programmes, you can visit the Online Programmes page for more information.

Minimum requirements
1. Bachelor of Commerce in Accountancy
• A Senior Certificate or a National Senior Certificate that meets the specific admission criteria noted below.
• For non-South African students a school leaving certificate that meets the specific admission criteria noted below.
• A minimum Admissions Point Score (APS) of 28 is required for admission into this degree, with the following specifications:
English with an APS of 4
Maths with an APS of 4
Mathematical Literacy is not accepted.

2. Bachelor of Human Resource Management
• A Senior Certificate or a National Senior Certificate that meets the specific admission criteria noted below.
• For non-South African students a school leaving certificate that meets the specific admission criteria noted below.
• A minimum Admissions Point Score (APS) of 28 is required for admission into this degree with Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, with the following specifications:
English with an APS of 4
Maths with an APS of 4
Mathematical Literacy with a D symbol (APS=4)

3. Advanced Diploma in Financial Markets
• New/Old NQF Level 6 qualification with three years of relevant work experience in financial markets OR
• New/Old NQF Level 6 qualification in Finance OR
• Five years’ relevant work experience in financial markets

4. Advanced Diploma in Transportation Management
• A relevant NQF Level 6 qualification with Transportation as a specialisation.
• Alternatively, you must have completed the UJ bridging programme for entering the Advanced Diploma in Transportation Management.

5. Advanced Diploma in Logistics
• A relevant NQF Level 6 qualification with Logistics as the specialisation. Alternatively, an applicant must have completed the UJ bridging programme for entering the Advanced Diploma in Logistics.

6. Master of Business Administration
Meet the requirements listed below and complete the JBS MBA admissions assessment requirements.
• A 4-year Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 8) OR
• Honours degree (NQF level 8) OR
• 3-year Bachelor’s degree (NQF level 7) plus a Postgraduate Diploma (NQF level 8)
AND
• A minimum of four years’ work experience
• A level of mathematics literacy:
NQF 4 matriculation pass in mathematics or equivalent (preferred but not essential) i.e., demonstrated mathematics literacy
• English proficiency:
• Verbal and written
• Admission requirements for international students:
Applicants who hold a foreign qualification need to send their qualifications to the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) for evaluation before applying to JBS. We require the SAQA certificate to verify the NQF level of your qualification.

7. Bachelor of Education Honours in Education Leadership and Management
A four-year professional teaching degree on NQF level 7 OR
An appropriate Bachelor’s degree and a professional teaching qualification (on NQF level 7) OR
• A four-year professional teaching qualification(s) as well as an Advanced Diploma in a cognate sub-field of Education (on NQF level 7).
AND
• A 65% minimum average for the preceding degree
• Applicants with between 60% and 64% may be considered. Teaching and leadership experience will be taken into consideration.

8. Master of Education in Educational Management
• Qualified teachers and education managers holding an NQF Level 8 BEd Honours degree with a research project component in Education, or a related discipline. Students with a Postgraduate Diploma in Education Leadership and Management will be considered if a research project component was completed in the Postgraduate Diploma. OR
• A suitable professional Bachelor’s degree (NFQ Level 8) plus a teacher’s diploma/teaching qualification and work experience in the proposed field of specialisation; Leadership and Management in Education. The disciplinary knowledge of such candidates will be assessed by the programme coordinator, HOD and another disciplinary expert in the field of specialisation. A reading programme may be prescribed before allowing registration. OR
• An appropriate NQF Level 8 Honours degree with a research project component and a teacher’s diploma/teaching qualification, plus work experience in the field of specialisation; Leadership and Management in Education. The disciplinary knowledge of such candidates will be assessed by the programme coordinator, HOD and another disciplinary expert in the field of specialisation. A reading programme may be prescribed before allowing registration. OR
• Prospective candidates could – based on extensive and verifiable experience in the field of specialisation; Leadership and Management in Education – apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) within institutional policy guidelines. Their experience should be on the level and scope of NQF Level 8 within the discipline and should include appropriate research methodological knowledge and skills.
• All applicants must have obtained a 65% average in the preceding NQF Level 8 qualification (or equivalent).
• Students who do not have the required 65% on their average marks for the previous qualification but have an average between 60% and 64%, will be considered if there are places available in the programme.

9. Master of Education in Information and Communication Technology
• An NQF Level 8 Honours Degree in Education, or a related equivalent qualification (e.g. Human Resource Development). OR
• A suitable professional Bachelor’s Degree (NQF Level 8) plus a teacher’s diploma/teaching qualification and work experience in the proposed field of specialisation; ICT in Education. The disciplinary knowledge of such candidates will be assessed by the programme coordinator and another disciplinary expert. A reading programme may be prescribed before allowing registration. OR
• An appropriate NQF Level 8 Honours Degree and a teacher’s diploma/teaching qualification, plus work experience in the field of specialisation; ICT in Education. The disciplinary knowledge of such candidates will be assessed by the programme coordinator and another disciplinary expert in the field of specialisation. A reading programme may be prescribed before allowing registration. OR
• Prospective candidates could – based on extensive and verifiable experience in the field of specialisation; ICT in Education – apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL) within institutional policy guidelines. Their experience should be on the level and scope of NQF Level 8 within the discipline and should include appropriate research methodological knowledge and skills.
• All applicants must have obtained a 65% average in the preceding NQF Level 8 qualification (or equivalent).
• Students who do not have the required 65% on their average marks for the previous qualification, but who have an average between 60% and 64%

10. Master of Public Health
• A Health-related qualification at NQF Level 8 such as Environmental Health, Public Health, MbChB, Social Work, Physiotherapy, Nursing, or other related equivalent qualification. Non-South African students need to apply to SAQA for verification of the equivalence of the entry qualification; AND
• An average of 65% for the NQF Level 8 qualification; AND
• A minimum of five years’ work experience in the field of Public Health, Environmental Health, and/or Occupational Health and Safety, of which three years must be in a Management position.

How to calculate your APS score
For some of the programmes, a certain APS score is a requirement. Here is a guideline to help you determine whether you qualify.
Calculate your APS Score

Required documents
• Certified copy of ID/passport
• National Senior Certificate or equivalent
• Official academic transcript
• Certified copy of highest qualification
• CV detailing work experience (where applicable)
• Proof of work experience (where applicable)
• A motivation letter (where applicable)
• A general referee report from a colleague or a recommendation letter (where applicable)
• SAQA evaluation for non-South African qualifications (where applicable)
• HESA certificate (where applicable)

How it works

Application process
• The call centre will determine whether you qualify, or you can check on the Online Application Portal.
• Go to the Online Application Portal to apply.
• Choose your programme.
• Create an account.
• Provide your personal and contact details.
• Provide your academic history.
• Upload your supporting documents.

Acceptance or Rejection
We will be in touch to let you know whether your application has been successful.
If your application was successful, you will be provided with a student number.
You then need to make payment and register for the first module before the start date.

Registration
• Log onto the registration portal via ulink.uj.ac.za using your student number and password.
• Click on ITS iEnabler under administrative utilities.
• Click on “Online registration and payment” and then “Registration” to start the registration process.
• Verify your contact details
• Read the Academic Registration Rules or Agreement and click on “I Accept” to continue.
• Click on “Cheque and credit card payment” to make a payment (no debit card payments are accepted).
• Click on “Submit registration” to confirm your qualification to be registered for.
• Enter your employment status and select whether you are responsible for your account. If not supply the third party information requested.
• Click on “Save and continue”.
• Select the module to be taken and click on “Save and proceed”.
• Verify the module you plan to register for and click on “Continue”.
• Verify your Registration Cost and click on “Accept registration”.
• Print your “Proof of registration”.
• You can now log into uLink and select “Blackboard”.
• You will have immediate access to the online orientation module.

Password reset
If you have been locked out of your account or the learning management system, contact us and we will help you get back in.

Contact Us
• If you have any questions, please email [email protected], or call 0800 233 723 (toll-free).
• Provide your name, surname, student number, ID number, and contact number, and give an outline of your enquiry.
• You can visit the Contact Us page and leave us a message and we will get back to you.

If you have embarked on the online study journey, or you are planning on it, you will expect it to be a bit more challenging than the normal study route simply because you are in charge of your own schedule. There are many challenges that could arise from studying online, so we have outlined a few tips and skills that will ensure the best results for your future self and your career.

Personalise it

Since you don not have to physically attend lectures when studying online and there are no rigid structures in place, you have the luxury of personalising your schedule to suit your needs. You can plan your study times around when you’re most productive in the day (or night). If you’re working and studying concurrently, this is especially handy.

Take note, however, that several aspects of your online studies won’t be that flexible, including live lecture videos, online discussions that occur at designated times and dates, and the deadlines that have been set for assignments. These are usually cast in stone, so it’s important to include them in your schedule first, and then plan the rest of your time around that.

Be disciplined

Creating your own study timetable and not having to adhere to strict lecture times is great, but this can also lead to missing important details here and there if you are not following a disciplined approach. If you’ve done your preparation and you’re organised, all that is left to do is to stick to what you have planned for yourself. If you are not working or you have taken a sabbatical, make the workday your study time – treat it like a full-time job – and you’re bound to see the results.

To make being disciplined a little easier for you, effective time management and being organised is important. Working on these skills will only help your future self!

Lecturer/student forums

Most online courses or degrees have forums where you can go to chat or discuss everything from assignments to general topics in your study field with other students or lecturers. This would be a similar experience to going to tutorials or chatting to your lecturer after a class, so it’s a good idea to keep tabs on what is happening in these forums.

If you have missed a live lecture because of work or life commitments, you will be able to catch up on this by reviewing the recorded lecture and by chatting to people in these forums.

Studying online can be tough but it can also be a great experience, especially if you are prepared and manage expectations, both yours and others’. Tailor your degree to suit your needs and stay on top of forum discussions and you will be well on your way to completing your degree!

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