For Short Learning Programmes (SLPs), a once-off full payment of the programme fees is required at registration. For whole programmes, a non-refundable registration fee of R650 and an ICT levy of R500 are payable upon initial registration. Programme fees are charged on a pay-per-module basis during each registration period, rather than as a single upfront payment for the full programme. This means that students are required to pay only for the modules for which they register in a specific period, regardless of whether the programme is completed over one year or across multiple years. Please consult the relevant programme or course payment information on the website for the applicable payment requirements. PLEASE NOTE: If you have any historical debt owing to the University of Johannesburg, any payment you make will go towards settling that debt first.

Yes, participants who successfully complete online programmes will receive a certificate. The free SLPs offer a merit-based digital certificate, whilst the paid-for programmes have merit-based printed certificates that are also available on UJ's digital certificates platform.

UJ's free SLPs are non-credit bearing, meaning that you do not get academic credits for completing them. Some of the paid-for SLPs are credit-bearing, but others are not. The degree/diploma qualifications are credit-bearing. Check the programme description for information on credit eligibility.

For programmes that require a token, please note that the token is provided on the relevant programme page on the site. It is also shown in a pop-up message before you proceed to the application wizard, so please take note of it before continuing.

When you register on UJ Digital, you should receive an email asking you to confirm your email address. This forms part of the account verification process, so please check your inbox as well as your spam or junk folder.

UJ's online programmes are delivered in various ways. Some SLPs are self-paced (only asynchronous engagement – this means that participants go through the SLP at their own pace over the allowed period), while others have a combination of synchronous (all participants online at specified times) and asynchronous engagement. UJ's online degree/diploma qualifications are offered with synchronous and asynchronous engagement.

UJ uses the term "scheduled" delivery to describe programmes that are delivered over specified periods.

On the information page of the online programme you are interested in (on UJDigital), you will find the specifics of that programme's mode of delivery.

On the Storefront, selecting Apply indicates that you are formally submitting an application to study a specific course or programme. This action initiates the application process for admission and does not constitute registration or confirmation of enrolment. Applications must first be processed and assessed in accordance with institutional requirements. Register indicates that your application has been formally approved. Once accepted, you will receive official communication from the University of Johannesburg outlining the next steps in the registration process. This will include information on registration procedures and, where applicable, guidance on module selection and enrolment. It is important to note that registration is subject to prescribed institutional deadlines, and failure to complete registration within the communicated timeframes may result in forfeiture of your place.

Support for participants in UJ's SLPs is provided by the course facilitators. Participants enrolled in UJ's degree/diploma qualifications have access to various support services, including academic and writing advising, technical support, and online access to university resources such as the UJ Library. Once enrolled, these participants will receive detailed information and contact details for the support available.

Participants in UJ's free SLPs can withdraw at any time by simply emailing the SLP coordinator. Withdrawal from paid-for online programmes is more complex. The withdrawal policy, including any deadlines and potential refunds, is outlined in UJ's Academic Regulations (see 5.8).

UJ's online programmes are open to those who meet the admission requirements for the specific programme they want to enrol in. You can be a full-time student, a working professional, or anyone interested in gaining new skills or knowledge. See the specific admission requirements for the programme you are interested in, on the information page of that online programme (on UJDigital).

Registration for UJ's online programmes is via the UJDigital platform. Simply browse the available programmes, select the one you're interested in, and follow the enrolment instructions.