UNISA Bachelor Degree Courses Available for 2025 2nd Semester Applications

Are you looking to start or continue your higher education journey in the second half of 2025? The University of South Africa (UNISA) has officially opened its second semester applications from 14 April to 19 May 2025, and this includes selected Bachelor degree courses across various fields.

Whether you're interested in commerce, education, science, law, or the arts, UNISA offers flexible and accredited qualifications through its distance learning platform.

Unisa Bachelor Degrees Open for Second Semester 2025 Applications

Here’s a look at the Bachelor degree courses available for second semester applications at UNISA:

Faculty of Accounting Sciences

• Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Financial Accounting
• Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Management Accounting
• Bachelor of Accounting Sciences in Taxation

Faculty of Administration and Law

• Bachelor of Administration
• Bachelor of Commerce in Law
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

• Bachelor of Arts (with various subject combinations such as Politics, Linguistics, Economics, History, and Theology)
• Bachelor of Arts in Creative Writing
• Bachelor of Arts in Development Studies
• Bachelor of Arts in Criminology
• Bachelor of Arts in Forensic Science and Technology
• Bachelor of Arts in Political Leadership and Citizenship
• Bachelor of Music
• Bachelor of Theology

Faculty of Business and Commerce

• Bachelor of Business Administration
• Bachelor of Commerce (General)
• Bachelor of Commerce in Business Informatics
• Bachelor of Commerce in Business Management
• Bachelor of Commerce in Economics / Quantitative Economics
• Bachelor of Commerce in Entrepreneurship
• Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Management
• Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resource Management
• Bachelor of Commerce in Industrial and Organisational Psychology
• Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Management
• Bachelor of Commerce in Quantitative Management
• Bachelor of Commerce in Tourism Management
• Bachelor of Commerce in Transport and Logistics

Faculty of Consumer Sciences

• Bachelor of Consumer Science in:
  • Fashion Retail Management
  • Fashion Small-Business Management
  • Food Service Management
  • Food and Clothing
  • Food and Nutrition
  • Hospitality Management

Faculty of Education

• Bachelor of Education in Intermediate Phase Teaching
• Bachelor of Education in Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching with various subject combinations (e.g., Mathematics, Consumer Studies, Financial Accounting, Tourism, etc.)

Faculty of Science, Engineering and Agriculture

• Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Sciences:
  • Agricultural Business and Management
  • Animal Science
  • Plant Science
• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Management:
  • Botany
  • Chemistry
  • Zoology
• Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences:
  • Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics, Zoology, Physiology, Psychology, and combinations thereof
  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Biotechnology
     

How to Apply at UNISA for Second Semester 2025

Applying at UNISA is simple and entirely online. Here’s a quick step-by-step guide:

1. Go to www.unisa.ac.za
2. Click on “Apply” and select your qualification type (e.g., Undergraduate).
3. Browse and select your preferred Bachelor degree.
4. Fill in the online application form with all required details.
5. Upload certified copies of all required documents.
6. Pay the non-refundable application fee of R140 before the deadline.
7. Submit your application.

📅 Closing date: 19 May 2025

Admission Requirements for UNISA Bachelor Degrees

To be eligible for a Bachelor’s degree at UNISA, applicants must have:

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) with degree endorsement.
• A minimum of 30% in the language of teaching and learning (English).
• Additional course-specific requirements depending on your chosen degree (e.g., Mathematics for science and commerce courses).

Keep in mind: Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission — placement is subject to space availability and academic performance.
 

Final Tips for a Successful Application

• Apply early to avoid delays and errors.
• Double-check whether your chosen course is open for second semester.
• Ensure that all uploaded documents are clear and certified.
• Visit the UNISA qualification pages for course-specific admission criteria.

Conclusion

UNISA’s second semester intake is a golden opportunity for students who don’t want to wait for the next academic year. With a wide variety of Bachelor degree options, you can pursue your passion and gain an accredited qualification through flexible distance learning.

So if you're ready to take the next step in your academic journey, apply before 19 May 2025 your future is waiting!