How many modules do I need to graduate at UNISA?

To graduate from UNISA, you typically need to pass around 30 modules (360 credits) for a Bachelor's degree, but the exact number varies by qualification; for instance, a BA needs 30 modules, while a BEd might need 40, with rules like a maximum of 8 first-level modules and at least 10 third-level modules, plus specific major subject requirements. Always check your specific qualification's handbook for precise module counts and rules.

How many credits are 5 modules at Unisa?

Note the following important rules: 1. You cannot register for more than 5 modules (60 credits) per semester 2. You cannot register for more than 10 modules (120 credits) for an academic year.

How many modules are 120 credits?

The credit rating system rates 10 notional hours as equivalent to one credit. For example: A Higher Certificate has 120 credits consisting of a 10 x 12 credit module. A module consisting of 12 credits equates to 120 notional hours. It therefore requires at least 8 hours of study per week in a 15-week semester.

How much do you get if you registered 5 modules at Unisa?

How are allowances calculated and paid for NSFAS DHET Grant funded students at UNISA? LMA is calculated at R660 per module for the first 4 modules, R5678 for 5 or more modules per academic year. Students registered for 10 or more modules qualify for incidental allowance of R316.70 per month for 10 months.

What happens if you fail 5 modules at Unisa?

Failure to pass the required number of modules will result in you not being able to study further at undergraduate level.

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Can I graduate if I fail a module?

Postgraduate students must normally pass all their modules to meet their award requirements. However, the relevant Examination Board may disregard failure in up to 30 credits where you have achieved a module mark of 40-49.9 in each of the failed modules and your overall average is 50.0 or greater.

Is 40 a fail at UNISA?

*A Fail 1 grade comprises a mark between 40 and 49. Most courses grant students the opportunity to obtain a Supplementary Pass (SP) by providing a Supplementary Exam or Assignment if your mark is between 45 and 49.

How many modules count towards a degree?

Each module is worth a number of credits and you will need to take a total of 360 over your programme if you are taking a three year degree or 480 for a four year degree. As a full time student you have to study a total of 120 credits at each level of your degree.

How much does one module cost at UNISA?

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 925,00 and *R8 005,00 per module (* these amounts are subject to change). The module costs do not include your prescribed books.

What happens if you fail two modules in the first year?

Failing multiple modules dramatically increases the risk of exclusion or repeating the year. In South Africa, students who fail four or more modules in a year are flagged as high-risk for drop-out.

Can I graduate with 120 credits?

The amount of credits needed to graduate from college varies by degree level. You will typically need to earn 60 credits for an associate degree, 120 credits for a bachelor's degree and 30-60 credits for a master's degree.

Do higher certificate students graduate at UNISA?

Only students for degrees and diplomas will be invited to attend a graduation ceremony All one and two-year qualifications are awarded in absentia. Certificates will be available for collection after the conferment date.

How many credits is one module?

Most modules are worth either 30 credits (for modules that run over a full year) or 15 credits (for those that run over one term).

Can I do more than 5 modules per semester at UNISA?

A student must register and pay for the maximum of five modules before any consideration will be Page 8 © 2025 UNISA All rights reserved. 8 given to the application for the maximum of two (2) additional modules, which must be submitted online through myUnisa.

Do you have to pass all modules in the first year?

In order to progress to the next year of the degree/graduate you need to pass all modules. Thus you need to pass 120 credits in year 1 to progress to year 2, etc, and you need 360 credits to graduate with the BSc and 480 credits to graduate with the MSci.

Can I use a certificate to get a degree?

While certificates do not result in a degree, they are also awarded at undergraduate and graduate levels. And, you may even transfer credits earned from a certificate into a degree program.

How many modules do I need to pass first year at unisa?

For example, in your first year of study, you pass one module of 12 credits during the first semester and two modules of 12 credits each during the second semester. This means that you have completed 36 credits for the year and may re-register. Click here to read more about Unisa's re-admission rules.

How much is a 3 year degree?

A 3-year degree's cost varies widely, but expect to pay roughly $30,000 - $100,000+ for public in-state and $60,000 - $200,000+ for private schools, factoring in tuition, fees, housing, books, and living expenses over three years, with public university costs averaging around $20,000-$25,000/year total and private around $40,000-$50,000+/year total. 

Does a short course count as a qualification?

A short course is defined as being a course with a duration of less than a year, and it might or might not be accredited. Some short courses count towards a qualification, others don't. Many short courses are presented on online platforms instead of contact sessions.

What happens if I fail a first year uni module?

You may be able to move into the second year despite failing some of your first year modules, however this means you would have to resit them in second year, making your next year of study even more tough. This is called conditional progression.

Do you need 70 in every module to get a first?

To achieve a first class degree, you will usually need to get 70% or more across your modules. As with any goal you set yourself, it is important that you monitor your progress. If you want to graduate with a first class degree, it is important that you track your grades throughout the year.

How many credits is a 1 year degree?

For an undergraduate course you must be registered on modules worth 120 credits per stage (in other words, per academic year if studying full-time). You can check this on Sussex Direct. To progress to the next stage or be awarded your degree, you must achieve: 120 credits at each stage.

How many people are allowed at UniSA graduation?

A maximum of two guests per graduand/diploma candidate will be allowed.

How is the final grade calculated at UniSA?

The overall final grade you receive for each unit is a combination of assignments, supervised assessment items, and usually a final exam. The Final Grades and Notations Procedure provides more details on UniSA's final grades and notations.

How many modules are there in a semester?

Typically you will expect to complete six modules in a semester on an undergraduate course, or twelve in a full year. Each module carries a number of credits. A typical year will usually carry 60 credits.