The University of South Africa (Unisa), the country's leading distance learning institution, is preparing to celebrate its graduating class of 2024. Over the next two months, Unisa will hold graduation ceremonies across the country, awarding degrees to nearly 40,000 graduates and recognising the achievements of twelve distinguished individuals with honorary doctorates.
Flexible Learning for a Diverse Student Body
Unisa utilises Open Distance e-Learning (ODeL), a unique approach that allows students to pursue their education from anywhere. This flexibility has propelled Unisa to become South Africa's largest university, catering to a geographically dispersed student body. By removing the need for physical attendance, Unisa makes quality education accessible to working professionals, stay-at-home parents, and individuals living in remote areas.
Graduation Ceremonies Across Major Cities
To accommodate its widespread student base, Unisa will host graduation ceremonies in Pretoria, Mbombela, Polokwane, East London, Durban, and Cape Town. The ceremonies will be held at various venues throughout these cities, offering graduates and their families the opportunity to celebrate this momentous occasion in their local communities.
Here’s Unisa’s Graduation Dates
Pretoria
Dates: April 10, 11, 12, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 26, 27, 28, May 6 & 7, 2024
Times: 9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM
Venue: ZK Matthews Great Hall, Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Building (WMM), Unisa Muckleneuk Campus, Tshwane
Former President Thabo Mbeki, Chancellor of Unisa, will confer degrees on April 12 and May 31, 2024, at 6:00 PM.
Mbombela
Date: April 24, 2024
Times: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM
Venue: AFM Church, Cnr Kaapsehoop & Jacaranda Ave West Acres, Nelspruit
Former President Thabo Mbeki, Chancellor of Unisa, will confer degrees on the day at 6:00 PM.
Bloemfontein
Date: May 8, 2024
Times: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM
Venue: Doxa Deo Ministry, Bloemgate Centre, 81 Nelson Mandela Drive, Bloemfontein
Former President Thabo Mbeki, Chancellor of Unisa, will confer degrees on the day at 6:00 PM.
East London
Dates: May 21 & 22, 2024
Times: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM
Venue: International Convention Centre, 22 Esplanade Rd, East London East London
Durban
Dates: May 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 & 18, 2024
Times: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM
Venue: Olive Convention Centre, 81 Somtseu Rd, Durban
Polokwane
Dates: May 3 & 4, 2024
Times: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM
Venue: Bolivia Lodge
Former President Thabo Mbeki, Chancellor of Unisa, will confer degrees on May 3, 2024, at 6:00 PM.
Cape Town
Dates: May 27 & 28, 2024
Times: 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6 PM
Venue: International Convention Centre, Lower Long Street, Cape Town
Celebrating Achievements and Recognising Excellence
In addition to graduating students, twelve prominent figures from diverse fields will receive honorary doctorates in recognition of their exceptional contributions. These individuals represent various disciplines, including art history, theology, musicology, mathematics, and business. Their achievements serve as an inspiration to current and future Unisa students.
