What are the qualifications for higher certificate in Unisa?

• Your APS score must be 15: To apply for a higher certificate, your APS score cannot be below 15. ...
• 30% in the course based language: You must have at least 30% for the language that the course is taught in. ...
• Matric Certificate: For a higher certificate you need a matric certificate.

• 40% or above for your Home Language subject.
• 40% or above for two other subjects.
• 30% or above for three other subjects.

How long does it take to study higher certificate at Unisa?

How Long Does It Take To Complete A Higher Certificate At UNISA? All Higher Certificate courses at UNISA take a minimum of one year. You can take up to three years to complete it if you choose to.

How long is the higher certificate program at Unisa?

The minimum duration of higher certificate qualifications at unisa is 1 year but students can finish their higher certificates qualifications in 3 years depending on the number of modules taken a year.

What courses can I study at Unisa with higher certificate?

What happens if you fail one module for higher certificate Unisa?

At Unisa, students are expected to pass all modules for every academic year and semester but in case a student fails a module prior to graduation, the student will be able to progress to the next level if he or she carries at least 20 credits of failure.

What are the benefits of a higher certificate?

Learning and expanding your skills give you greater confidence, a higher level of self-worth and a greater ability to expand your perspective. As an added benefit, when studied through a distance education school, you will be able to pursue your studies part-time, while keeping your current job.

How many credits is a higher certificate?

For instance: A Higher Certificate has 120 credits which consist of a 10 x 12 credit module. A module which is made up of 12 credits equates to 120 notional hours. It is consequently requires at least 8 hours of study per week in a 15-week semester.

How many points are needed for higher certificate?

Higher Certificate: 15 points. Diploma: 18 points. Bachelor Degree: 21 points (some exceptions may apply)

Will Unisa accept me with the higher certificate?

Please note that completion of a lower-level qualification, such as a higher certificate, is not a guarantee that you will be admitted to the higher-level qualification (eg diploma or bachelor's degree), as spaces are limited.

Can I do a degree after completing a higher certificate at Unisa?

Completing a relevant Higher Certificate will enable you to meet the requirements for a diploma or degree and you can then apply for your next qualification during your last semester of study for the Higher Certificate.

What can I study at Unisa with 16 points?

Can I study higher certificate at Unisa without matric?

There are some courses at Unisa, which does not require matric as an entry requirement to further studies. You can enrol on those programmes without having a matric certificate. The only entry requirement for those qualifications are that you must be older than 16 and that you must have completed Grade 10.

Are Unisa degrees recognized?

UNISA is Africa's leading open distance learning institution, offering internationally accredited qualifications. UNISA has offered many students from across South Africa, Africa and other parts of the world, great study opportunities.

Can I study 2 courses at Unisa?

If you are registered for a master's degree, you may also register in the same academic year for two undergraduate modules or for one honours paper or the corresponding number of modules on the same level for non-degree purposes (NDP).

How much is Unisa fees per year?

The cost depends on the qualification, obviously, as well as the number of modules you choose. The average student registers for between 4 to 6 modules per year at a cost of between *R1 815,00 and *R7 550,00 per module (* these amounts are subject to change). The module costs do not include your prescribed books.

Is higher certificate funded by Nsfas at Unisa?

Students who are studying whole qualifications, such as higher certificate programmes, degrees, or diplomas, available at public universities such as Unisa qualify for NSFAS.

How much is the application fee for Unisa for international students?

How do I pay the application fee? The non-refundable online application fee is R125,00. * If you already have a Unisa student number for a formal qualification, you do not need to pay the application fee, as it is a once-off fee.

When can I register for higher certificate at Unisa 2023?

Applicants will be able to apply for a Unisa higher certificate programme for the 2023 academic year from 1 September until 14 October.

Does Nsfas fund higher certificate?

The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) covers a wide range of courses, and fortunately, this includes qualifying Higher Certificate students who are pursuing their studies through one of South Africa's public institutions of higher learning.

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