University of Johannesburg (UJ)

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a public university located in Johannesburg in the Gauteng Province of South Africa.

The University is overseen by the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) under the National Government of South Africa.

The University of Johannesburg was established on 1 January 2005 as the result of a merger between the Technikon Witwatersrand (TWR), the Rand Afrikaans University (RAU), and the Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University.

Before the merger, the Daveyton and Soweto campuses of the former Vista University had been incorporated into the Rand Afrikaans University (RAU). As a result of the merger of Rand Afrikaans University (RAU), it is common for alumni to refer to the university as RAU.

The institution is one of the largest comprehensive contact universities in South Africa from the 26 public universities that make up the higher education system.

Described as vibrant, multicultural and dynamic, the University of Johannesburg has transformed into a diverse, inclusive and collegial institution.

Boasting a student population of over 50,000 including more than 3,000 international students from 80 countries, the University of Johannesburg strives to be an international university of choice, anchored in Africa.

Overview

Nickname:UJ
Motto:Diens Deur Kennis (Afrikaans)
Type:Public University
Established:1 January 2005
Chancellor:Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka
Vice-Chancellor:Prof Letlhokwa George Mpedi
Location:Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Website:www.uj.ac.za

Vision

The vision of the University of Johannesburg is to be an international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global South, dynamically shaping a sustainable future.

Mission

The mission of the University of Johannesburg is to transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.

Core Values

  • Impact: Positive societal impact is the key purpose that drives the University of Johannesburg’s collective and collaborative academic and organisational activities. Making a difference is what the University of Johannesburg stands for.
  • Innovation: Pushing boundaries in knowledge generation, in technology, in the way they teach and learn, in the way they do research, and in the way they collaborate, defines the way the University of Johannesburg does things to achieve its societal impact and sustainability vision.
  • Inclusivity: Harnessing difference and diversity, applying multiple perspectives to solving problems, caring for others, and collaboration in pursuit of a shared vision, characterise the University of Johannesburg’s institutional ethos. UJ sees inclusivity as strength.
  • Integrity: Honesty, transparency, accountability, openness, fairness, social justice, and a commitment to truth, underpin all UJ’s endeavours. UJ earns trust through integrity.

Campuses

The University of Johannesburg has four campuses all located in Johannesburg, Gauteng.

  1. Auckland Park Kingsway campus
  2. Auckland Park Bunting Road campus
  3. Doornfontein campus
  4. Soweto campus

Overseeing Department/Entity

Office Bearers/Management

Chancellor

  • Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka

Vice Chancellor

  • Prof Letlhokwa George Mpedi (Vice-Chancellor and Principal)

Deputy Vice Chancellors

  • Prof Sehaam Khan (Academic)
  • Prof Refilwe Phaswana-Mafuya (Research abd Innovation)

Registrar

  • Prof Bettine van Vuuren

Chief Financial Officer

  • Ms Nolwazi Mamorare

Senior Management

  • Prof Bongani Ngqulunga (Senior Executive Director)
  • Mr Dries Pretorius (General Counsel)
  • Dr Mpoti Ralephata (Chief Operating Officer)

Contact Details

The contact details of the University of Johannesburg (UJ) are listed in the table below.

Physical Address:Cnr Kingsway and University Road, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, 2092
Postal Address:P.O. Box 524, Auckland Park, 2006
Telephone:011 559 4555
Email:mylife@uj.ac.za
Website:www.uj.ac.za