This review is according to the UNISA admission requirements:
A National Senior Certificate (Degree endorsement) with an equivalent of at least 60% in the language of teaching and learning in terms of the NSC; and with at least 60% in Mathematics or 80% in Mathematical Literacy
or
A Senior Certificate with matriculation exemption or qualify for the exemption from the Matriculation Board with an equivalent of at least 60% in the language of teaching and learning in terms of the NSC; and with an equivalent of at least 60% in Mathematics or 80% in Mathematical Literacy in terms of the NSC
or
A National Certificate (Vocational) Level 4 with at least degree endorsement with an equivalent of at least 70% in the language of teaching and learning in terms of the NSC; and with an equivalent of at least 60% in Mathematics or 80% in Mathematical Literacy in terms of the NSC
or
A Higher Certificate in Accounting Sciences or in Economic and Management Sciences or their equivalent
or
A Diploma in Accounting Sciences or its equivalent.
Application fee
Pay the application fee once you receive the reference number: R100,00 for all applications. This fee is non-refundable even if you decide not to study through Unisa or do not qualify for admission to Unisa.
Student fees
The cost of studying at Unisa depends on the qualification and the number of modules you choose. Although Unisa’s study fees are generally lower than other higher education institutions, student fees are determined in line with funding from the Department of Higher Education and Training.
The average student takes between 4 and 6 modules per year at a cost of between R1 000 and
R2 000 per module. The module costs do not include your prescribed books
Youth Revolution interviewed Avishkar Jagesur who was an accountant at Unlimited Recycling since 2009 and this is what he had to say about being a chartered accountant:
YR: What is a chartered accountant?
Avishkar: A person who handles accounts and balance sheet accounts. Basically all the financial responsibilities.
YR: How long and where did you study for chartered accountancy?
Avishkar: I studied via UNISA for six years. The 4th and the 5th year is an internship. You start off as a junior accountant.
YR: What subjects should school children concentrate on in schools?
Avishkar: Must be good at maths, accountancy and business economics.
YR: Where do Accountants generally work?
Avishkar: Work for a firm, but you can get enough experience to open your own accounting firm.
YR: What did you enjoy most about the course in UNISA?
Avishkar:
YR: Would you encourage the youth to study accounting?
Avishkar: Yes. There is a gap in the market. It is a lot of work and sacrifice though!
YR: And finally, a message to the youth?
Avishkar: Take things as they come, work hard. Be knowledgeable.
