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University of Johannesburg: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Johannesburg is a public university in Johannesburg, South Africa. It suits students who want a public institution in a major South African city; programme details are still being compiled, so applicants should check the official website for the current catalogue.

  2. What you can study

    The programme catalogue is still being compiled. The university is a public institution in Johannesburg, so the first step is to check its official website for the subjects and degrees currently open to international applicants.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions process and confirm the current entry requirements on the website. Check what documents are needed, whether your qualifications are accepted, and any deadline that applies to your chosen programme.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range for international students; confirm the current rate with its admissions office. Living costs in Johannesburg will depend on housing, transport, and personal spending, so budget for those separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university’s language of instruction is not published in the facts available, so confirm it on the official website before applying. Also check visa steps, document requirements, deadline dates, and whether your previous qualifications meet the entry standard for your programme.

  6. How it compares

    Among South Africa’s 29 universities, the University of Johannesburg is one of the country’s public options and is based in Johannesburg. Its main distinction here is its size within the national system is not stated, so the practical comparison point is simply that it is a public university in a major city and applicants need to verify the programme list and entry requirements directly.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Johannesburg

What type of institution is the University of Johannesburg?

It is a public university.

Where is the University of Johannesburg located?

It is located in Johannesburg, South Africa.

When was the University of Johannesburg established?

It was established on 1 January 2005.

How many universities are there in South Africa?

There are 29 universities in South Africa.

Overview

The University of Johannesburg, colloquially known as UJ, is a public university located in Johannesburg, South Africa. The University of Johannesburg was established on 1 January 2005 as the result of a merger between the Rand Afrikaans University (RAU), the Technikon Witwatersrand (TWR) and the Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University. Prior to the merger, the Daveyton and Soweto campuses of former Vista University had been incorporated into RAU. As a result of the merger of Rand Afrikaans University (RAU), it is common for alumni to refer to the university as RAU.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for South Africa.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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