The University of South Africa (UNISA) offers one of the most extensive ranges of Bachelor degree programmes in South Africa, fully delivered through distance learning. Whether you’re interested in accounting, education, science, law, or the arts, UNISA provides accredited qualifications designed to prepare you for the workforce or further study.
This guide provides a comprehensive list of UNISA’s Bachelor degree programmes for 2026 to help you choose the right course for your future.
What Is a Bachelor Degree at UNISA?
A Bachelor degree is a formal undergraduate qualification (NQF Level 7 or 8) that typically takes 3 to 4 years to complete. It provides foundational knowledge and practical skills in a specific field.
UNISA’s bachelor degrees are:
- Offered online via distance learning
- Accredited and internationally recognised
- Designed with flexibility for working professionals and full-time students alike
Full List of UNISA Bachelor Degree Courses for 2026
Accounting & Administration
- Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Financial Accounting (98302 – FA1)
- Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Internal Auditing (98303 – AUI)
- Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Management Accounting (98304 – MA1)
- Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Taxation (98318 – TAX)
- Bachelor of Administration (98315 – BAD)
- Bachelor of Administration in Human Settlements Management (90016 – HSM)
Arts & Humanities (BA Degrees)
- Bachelor of Arts (99311 – GEN)
- Extensive specialisation options including combinations of:
- African Languages, History, Psychology, Geography, Theology, Politics, Criminology, Archives and Records Management, Philosophy, Linguistics, and more
- Dedicated degrees such as:
- BA in Creative Writing (99313)
- BA in Criminology (98681)
- BA in Development Studies (99312)
- BA in Environmental Management (98055)
- BA in Forensic Science and Technology (90002)
- BA in International Relations (99302)
- BA in Community Development (98618)
- BA in Policy Studies (99303)
- BA in Psychology (90180)
- BA in Visual Multimedia Arts (90091)
- BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics (90079)
Commerce & Business
- Bachelor of Business Administration (98316 – BBA)
- Bachelor of Commerce (98314 – GEN)
- Specialisations in:
- Business Management, Marketing, Law, Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Economics, Quantitative Management, Supply Chain Management, and Entrepreneurship
Education
- Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching (90102)
- Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching (90103)
- Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and FET Teaching (90104)
- Wide variety of subject combinations including Mathematics, Life Sciences, Technology, Geography, Languages, Tourism, Economics, Physical Science, and more
Engineering & Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Computing (98906 – COM)
- Bachelor of Science in Informatics (98907 – INF)
- Bachelor of Information Science (99310)
- Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management (Botany, Chemistry, Zoology – 98052)
Law & Theology
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (98680)
- Bachelor of Theology (90160)
Science & Agriculture
- Bachelor of Science (98801 – GEN)
- Bachelor of Science with specialisations in:
- Applied Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Agricultural Science, Biotechnology, Genetics, Microbiology, Life Sciences
Consumer & Hospitality Sciences
- Bachelor of Consumer Science in:
- Fashion Retail, Food and Nutrition, Hospitality Management, Food Retail, and Small Business Management
Social Sciences & Public Services
- Bachelor of Social Work (90088 and 99309)
- Bachelor of Arts in Police Science (98683)
- Bachelor of Arts in Government, Administration and Development (99301)
- Bachelor of Arts in Political Leadership and Citizenship (99304)
Entry Requirements
To qualify for admission into a bachelor programme at UNISA, you will need:
- National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a bachelor’s pass
- Senior Certificate with endorsement
- Programme-specific APS score and subject requirements
- SAQA evaluation for international or foreign qualifications
How to Apply
Applications are submitted online only through UNISA’s application portal:
Visit the UNISA website to apply
Make sure to:
- Upload certified copies of your matric certificate, ID/passport, and transcripts (if applicable)
- Check if your selected programme has limited intake or additional admission criteria
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