{"id":470,"date":"2025-08-28T08:15:56","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T08:15:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bursariesafrica.co.za\/unisa\/?page_id=470"},"modified":"2026-09-17T13:48:10","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T13:48:10","slug":"can-i-study-with-grade-11-at-unisa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/unisa\/can-i-study-with-grade-11-at-unisa\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Study With Grade 11 At Unisa?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The University of South Africa (UNISA) offers undergraduate programs with specific admission requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, these requirements include a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or equivalent qualification obtained after completing Grade 12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Study With Grade 11 At Unisa?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You<strong>\u00a0can only study at <a href=\"https:\/\/bursariesafrica.co.za\/unisa\/how-much-is-matric-rewrite-at-unisa\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"468\">UNISA<\/a> if you have passed the Matric<\/strong>. The University of South Africa (UNISA) requires you to pass the Matric to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are alternative pathways for individuals with a Grade 11 qualification. Here are some of the options:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Finish Grade 12 first<\/strong>: Unisa does not offer a programme that replaces Grade 12. If you still need your matric, you must complete it through the Department of Basic Education (DBE) exams. You can then apply to Unisa with your final results.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Higher Certificates<\/strong>: Some higher certificate courses might have more lenient admission criteria. A higher certificate can provide a pathway to diploma or degree studies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bridging Programs<\/strong>: UNISA has occasionally offered bridging programs or foundational courses for those not meeting the direct entry requirements. These are designed to equip students with the necessary skills to pursue further studies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that admission requirements may vary depending on the program you&#8217;re applying for. So, checking with UNISA directly for the most up-to-date information is best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I apply at Unisa with my Grade 11 results?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are in Grade 12 in 2026, you may apply to Unisa for 2027 between 17 August and 9 October 2026. Unisa only makes offers to Grade 12 applicants once the DBE releases the final results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I apply at Unisa without Grade 12?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Students can enroll for courses at Unisa without matriculation: Short course on Barista Skills\u2014grade 10 minimum requirement (for deaf students); Workshop in Nutrition and Food Safety\u2014no admission requirement; Short Course in Basic Financial Life Skills\u2014no admission requirement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Does Unisa accept Grade 12 results?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Unisa will offer spaces to Grade 12 applicants once we receive the official results from the Department of Basic Education<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you apply to a university in South Africa in Grade 11?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Students are conditionally accepted based on their final grade 11 results<\/strong>. This provisional acceptance process takes place during your grade 12 year. Your final admission will be subject to your final grade 12 results.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The University of South Africa (UNISA) offers undergraduate programs with specific admission requirements. 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