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University of Johannesburg (UJ) — public non-profit university. It is located in Johannesburg, South Africa. The higher education institution was founded in the 0th century and is one of the oldest institutions in the country. UJ is working closely with Association of African Universities (AAU), Higher Education South Africa (HESA).
The university is ranked number 312 in QS World University Rankings 2025. The educational institution is in 401 position of Times Higher Education World University Ranking (THE).
UJ does research in different fields of study and offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
| Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
|---|---|
| Natural Sciences | 401-450 |
| Engineering & Technology | 401-450 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 401-450 |
| Arts & Humanities | 451-500 |

At UJ, the academic calendar is divided into two semesters. However, tuition fees are calculated per year. One year of studying at UJ will cost local citizens a minimum of 1,012 USD. For foreigners, the tuition fee is different — from 900 USD per year.
When choosing an educational institution, it is important to be aware of additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.

Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum IELTS score is 6. The TOEFL score is not lower than 80. UJ also provides online undergraduate programs.
In order to enroll at UJ for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 105. IELTS — 7 or higher. UJ provides an opportunity to get a master's degree remotely.
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS or TOEFL. For enrollment, you need to pass TOEFL with 105 points. The minimum score for IELTS is 7.
The campus of the educational institution is located in Johannesburg. This opens up all the delights of life in a big city for students: a rich infrastructure, a large selection of entertainment, convenient transport, as well as more opportunities for internships or part-time jobs. However, for some students, such an abundance of opportunities can be distracting. The university has a library, in the collection of which you will find not only textbooks and scientific works, but also works of the classics, modern literature and much more. UJ regularly invites foreign students to participate in exchange programs. For locals, this is a unique opportunity to get in touch with the cultures of other countries, meet representatives of different nationalities and make friends around the world.

If you want to stay in South Africa after graduation, one of your options is to apply for a work visa. To do this, you need to get an offer from an employer. UJ graduates find jobs quickly, partly because the university has a good reputation among employers according to the QS World University Rankings. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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