How To Create a myUnisa Account (Step-by-Step Guide)
The myUnisa student portal is Unisa’s official online platform for students. It is where you access your study material, submit assignments, communicate with lecturers, and use Unisa’s online services.
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If you are registered at the University of South Africa (Unisa), you must create a myUnisa account to manage your studies.
This guide shows you how to create a myUnisa account and what it is used for.
What Is myUnisa?
myUnisa is Unisa’s online learning and student management system. It allows students to:
- Access module study material
- Submit assignments and view marks
- Communicate with lecturers and tutors
- Use the Unisa online library
- Access their myLife student email
It is the main point of contact between Unisa and students
How To Create a myUnisa Account
Follow these steps to create your myUnisa login:
Step 1: Go to the myUnisa website
Visit the official myUnisa portal.
Step 2: Enter your student number
You must already have a Unisa student number to register.
Step 3: Follow the registration prompts
Complete the required details and create your login credentials.
Step 4: Log in
Use the username and password you created to log into your myUnisa account.
Once logged in, you will automatically have access to:
- myUnisa (learning platform)
- The Unisa Library
- myLife (Unisa student email)
What Is myUnisa Used For?
The myUnisa portal is used for all academic activities, including:
- Accessing study guides and module content
- Submitting assignments and tests
- Viewing assignment results and final marks
- Receiving announcements from lecturers
- Communicating with tutors and fellow students
- Accessing library resources and academic journals
- Using your Unisa myLife email account
Students must regularly check myUnisa to stay updated on deadlines, announcements, and academic requirements.
How To Use myUnisa
Once logged in, students can view and manage the following:
1. Enrolment Information
- Registered modules
- Module codes and unit values
- Teaching periods and academic structure
2. Personal Details
- Full name
- Date of birth
- Postal and physical address
- Contact information
- Study period
3. Assignment Information
- Submission dates
- Whether assignments were received
- Interim marks
- Final assignment results
4. Final Results
Final grades are usually available about six weeks after the end of the study period.
5. Student Email and Library
You can access:
- Your myLife email account
- Unisa Library records
- Online journals and academic resources
Important Note
Once you receive your Unisa student number, you must register on myUnisa before you can access your study material, submit assignments, or use your student email.
Without a myUnisa account, you will not be able to manage your studies online.