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How To fill M30 Application Form UNISA

How To fill M30 Application Form UNISA Please do not make a payment unless instructed to do so as this is a NON-REFUNDABLE fee.

To apply please complete the form below. If you would prefer to download the .pdf document

Important Points

Please Note:

Apply on time as it can take up to 8 weeks for the final certificate to be issued
We cannot issue any type of exemption on grade 11 results
We do not accept documents certified by a commissioner of oaths, all documents have to be certified by a NOTARY PUBLIC, THE REGISTRAR of a South African Public Higher Education Institution or the SA EMBASSY/HIGH COMMISSION in a foreign country.
The exemption fee is non-refundable and payable up-front. We cannot process any application without proof of payment.
We cannot issue a certificate based on faxed, scanned, e-mailed or incorrectly certified documents. A provisional letter will however be provided.

The fact that you may qualify for a certificate of conditional or complete exemption does not imply that the university is obliged to admit you since you may not have satisfied the faculty requirements.

Exemption Workflow

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Applying for an Exemption

There are various ways in which you can apply for an exemption certificate.

VISIT OUR OFFICES at the first floor, Block E, Hadefields Office Park, 1267 Pretorius Street, Hatfield, Pretoria. Our office hours are 07:30 to 15:00.
POST your correctly certified documents to Universities South Africa (USAf) (Matriculation Board), PO Box 3854 Pretoria, 0001.
COURIER your correctly certified documents to Universities South Africa (USAf) (Matriculation Board), first floor, Block E, Hadefields Office Park, 1267 Pretorius Street, Hatfield, Pretoria.
APPLY ONLINE Should you wish to apply online please have the following documents available to attach to your application. PLEASE NOTE you will still have to post or courier us your correctly certified documents once you have been accepted at a University.
FAX your documents to one of the following number +27 (086) 677 7744 (Please fax your documents only once to one number).
E-MAIL your application to [email protected]. PLEASE NOTE that you will still have to post or courier us your correctly certified documents once you have been accepted at a University.

PLEASE NOTE that you will still have to post or courier us your correctly certified documents once you have been accepted at a University.

Matriculation Endorsement and Exemption regulations

The following document can be accessed and/or downloaded from this page:

The Matriculation Endorsement Regulations:
This document can be viewed or downloaded by clicking on regulation.pdf.

APPLICATION for an EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE for Admission to Bachelor’s Degree Studies

THIS FORM SHOULD ONLY BE COMPLETED BY CANDIDATES WHO INTEND TO REGISTER AT SA UNIVERSITIES
(NOT TECHNIKONS OR COLLEGES)
A. This form must be accompanied by:
1. Original Educational qualifications (High School and post-school qualifications) or copies certified correct by the
Registrar of a South African public university or by a South African Embassy, Consulate, High Commission or Trade
mission or by public Notary in a foreign country. Sworn translations into either English or Afrikaans must accompany
documents originally issued in another language.
2. Holders of American High School Diplomas must submit a letter issued by the Registrar of an accredited university in
the United States of America to the effect that the holder is eligible for unconditional admission to degree studies at
such a university or the applicable SAT results.
3. An Original official academic record reflecting the courses passed in different years, if the application is based on the
grounds of post-school qualifications, with a prescribed minimum duration of at least three years uninterrupted study
(RSA students only)
4. A certified copy of the particulars in the applicant’s identity document reflecting his/her
date of birth, or of the applicant’s birth certificate.
5. A married woman must also submit a certified copy of her marriage certificate or divorce order.
6. The applicable exemption fee. The money is not refunded if the applicant does not qualify or fails to respond to letters
regarding the application.
7. Applications for conditional exemption on the grounds of mature age, together with the Items mentioned under 1 to 6
above, must be submitted to the Registrar of the University at which the candidate proposes to register. The form
must be signed by the Registrar if he supports the application.

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Please do not make a payment unless instructed to do so as this is a NON-REFUNDABLE fee.

Click here to Download JMB Certificate Application Form M99

PLEASE NOTE: The exemption fee is non-refundable. If you obtained your NSC post-2008 and did not complete a post-school qualification please do not apply for exemption as your exemption type is indicated on the certificate,

Exemption for degree studies is needed for applicants who intend to register at:

a South African University or

an Affiliated Private Higher Education institution

Start the online application at the following link: http://mbit-application.usaf.ac.za/assessment/

Follow the steps to apply for exemption. Make sure you understand all the requirements before starting the process of applying.
Please note that you need to complete the first step, the online assessment, before being able to proceed with the remaining steps.
Download the M30 form here

Register to study through Unisa

unisa exemption requirements

Undergraduate qualifications

Important information:

Unisa reserves the right to grant and / or decline applications for credits / exemptions of study units passed at any higher education institution.
A maximum of 50% of the credits from a completed qualification may be granted towards another qualification provided also not more than 50% of the credits required for the other qualification are credits that have been used for a completed qualification.
Modules for which a student is granted credits / exemptions for one qualification may not be used towards any other qualification (ie the same credits cannot be used more than once).
No exemptions will be granted for Unisa’s signature modules.
In addition to school qualifications and academic records already submitted, you may be required to submit additional supporting documents, such as a conduct certificate, CV, curriculum and / or an official sworn translation for qualifications not completed in English, as well as any other documents required by the university to assess your application for credits / exemptions.
An application for credits / exemption of study units passed at other higher education institutions will only be processed after the relevant closing date for Unisa registrations.
Applications will only be processed if all the required documentation is submitted.
A SAQA evaluation is required for all foreign qualifications.
Granting of credits / exemptions from study units passed at other higher institutions will disqualify a student from obtaining a qualification cum laude.

Who can apply for credits / exemptions of study units passed at other higher education institutions?

You may only apply for credits / exemptions of study units passed at other higher education institutions if you are registered for a formal qualification at Unisa.

Please note:

Please take note of the college-specific rules for all the colleges.
Your application for credits / exemptions will not be processed if you are not registered for the formal qualification at Unisa for which you are applying for credits / exemptions.
No credits / exemptions will be granted if you are registered for NDP (non-degree purposes).
If you are required to apply for full / conditional exemption from the Matriculation Board, your application for credits / exemptions will only be processed for degree studies once the full / conditional exemption has been issued with the correct “with effect from” date.
If you are registered for a non-formal programme and wish to apply for credits, please contact the institute that offers the programme.

When can I apply?

You may only apply for credits / exemptions of study units passed at other higher education institutions during Unisa’s registration period. Visit www.unisa.ac.za/register for the registration dates.

Applications for credits / exemptions are only processed after the closing date for registrations. Some applications are also referred to the relevant academic department(s) for evaluation.

Evaluation of possible exemptions can only be done once you have been granted admission to a qualification and you register for the qualification.

What are the rules for applying for credits / exemptions of study unit?

Please refer to Rule 10 in Unisa’s rules for students and the college-specific rules.

What documents must I submit?

You must submit the following documents:

Completed online application form for exemption submitted via myUnisa.
An official academic transcript (transcripts downloaded from the internet will not be accepted)
Syllabus (course outline)
SAQA evaluation (only for foreign qualifications)

* Unisa reserves the right to request additional and original documents and / or to verify the correctness of submitted documents at any time. Submitting fraudulent documents is an offence in terms of the Student Disciplinary Code.

How must I apply?

To apply for an exemption of study units, login to myUnisa, click on “myAdmin”, “Student Admin” and “Apply for Exemptions”.

How do I transfer credits from an incomplete Unisa qualification to a new Unisa qualification?

Please note: You do not need to submit an academic record for modules passed at Unisa.

What is the difference between recognition of prior learning (RPL) and an application for credits / exemptions?

During your lifetime, you will have acquired various skills, competencies and experiences. This learning – which may have taken place outside of formal education and training – is valuable, irrespective of where or when it was obtained. RPL permits you to gain credits within formal certificate, diploma and degree qualifications offered by Unisa based on the level and extent of your knowledge. Your prior learning will be measured against specified prescribed learning outcomes. Visit www.unisa.ac.za/rpl for more information.

When you apply for credits / exemptions, you may only apply for study units / modules passed at other higher education institutions.

How do I apply for RPL?

Please visit the RPL website for more information.

Honours degrees & postgraduate diplomas

Who can apply for credits / exemptions of study units passed at other higher education institutions?

If you wish to may apply for credits / exemptions of study units / modules passed at other higher education institutions, please apply in writing using the CGS04 form (only for honours degrees and postgraduate diplomas). Please ensure that you attach all the necessary supporting documents (eg academic records).
You must meet the minimum requirements for the qualification for which you are applying for credits / exemptions.

When can I apply?

Only students who have received confirmation from Unisa that their application for admission to Unisa has been approved may registration. You may only apply for credits / exemptions of study units passed at other higher education institutions during Unisa’s registration period. Visit www.unisa.ac.za/register for the registration dates.

What documents must I submit?

You must submit the following documents:

Completed CGS04 form (incomplete applications will not be considered) submitted to [email protected] (for honours degrees) and [email protected] (for postgraduate diplomas).
An official academic record at honours / postgraduate diploma level from a recognised higher education institution, which shows your marks / percentages obtained
Syllabus (course outline)

I studied at another university towards an honours degree / postgraduate diploma, but did not complete it. Will I be granted exemptions?

You may apply for credits / exemptions on the basis of courses passed at another institution of higher learning, provided that the syllabus / curriculum overlap of such modules is more than 75% of the modules completed at another institution of higher learning.
A maximum of 50% of the credits from a completed qualification may be granted towards another qualification provided also not more than 50%of the credits required for the other qualification are credits that have been used for a completed qualification.

When can I expect feedback on my application for credits / exemptions?

Applications for credits / exemptions take between 4 and 12 weeks to process. You will only receive feedback once all the administrative and academic processes have been completed. Unisa will communicate the outcome of your application via your myLife e-mail account.

Master’s & doctoral degrees

Master’s and doctoral students must apply for exemptions when they apply for admission. If you have any enquiries, please contact the Master’s and Doctoral Administration Section for assistance (012 441 5702; [email protected]).

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Originally posted 2023-12-07 01:36:59.

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