The University of Johannesburg (UJ)
is a globally acclaimed Afropolitan university that is dedicated to being inclusive and diversifying the professions while changing lives. Proudly South African, UJ is headquartered in the vibrant and cosmopolitan city of Johannesburg, reflecting its dynamism and embracing its diversity with passion.
At UJ, “The Future. Reimagined” is more than a slogan. The university is at the forefront in Africa, specifically in its thinking with respect to the Fourth Industrial Revolution, and reimagining the future in many fields of study.
The university is a beacon of critical thought and productive cooperation, deeply anchored in Africa but with a forward-looking spirit for creating the future. By imbuing these principles, UJ prepares students with that competitive advantage to excel in a globalized world, while also convening the most talented people from across the globe to work together and imagine the future.
UJ’s students, mentors, educators, and thought leaders
are impacting South Africa, as well as Africa and the world at large. Being provided with world-class facilities, support systems, and award-winning academic staff, UJ trains a new generation of leaders who will lead with imagination, creativity, and a forward-looking vision.
Being a prime research-focused institution, UJ
is leading the way to discover innovative answers to contemporary challenges. From the impact of early childhood experience to cutting-edge arenas such as artificial intelligence, smart cities, and nanotechnology for sustainable living, the university is contributing meaningfully. UJ is seeking to understand the sustainability of global resources and utilizing earth sciences to learn about the past in order to be better ready for the future.
UJ has a large variety of programs at four campuses, covering traditional academic programs and professional and postgraduate studies in eight faculties: Art, Design and Architecture; Education; Engineering and the Built Environment; Health Sciences; Humanities; Law; Science; and the College of Business and Economics.
The university also offers outstanding sport, art, and cultural facilities, as well as experience-based learning programs that equip students to grow both academically and personally. As graduates of UJ, they become leaders in their own right, upholding the core values of the university and exercising the freedom, innovation, and autonomy to design the future.
With more than 50 countries represented by staff and students, UJ
has established strong collaborations with top institutions in Africa and globally, enhancing cultural, academic, and social richness at the university. UJ is deeply rooted in South Africa’s diverse communities and leverages the intellectual and innovative potential within and beyond those communities to become a top African university.
The university continues to foster a spirit of inclusion that celebrates South Africa’s diverse history and promotes a culture of inclusivity that embraces different cultures, languages, religions, genders, races, and social and economic backgrounds.
Rankings
World University Rankings 2025: 401-500
Arts and Humanities 2025: 301-400
Business and Economics 2025: 176-200
Clinical Health 2025: 501-600
Computer Science 2025: 401-500
Education Studies 2025: 151-175
Engineering 2025: 301-400
Law 2025: 151-175
Life Sciences 2025: 301-400
Physical Sciences 2025: 301-400
Psychology 2025: 301-400
Social Sciences 2025: 201-250
Impact Rankings 2025
Overall: 23rd
No Poverty: 2nd
Zero Hunger: 96th
Good Health and Wellbeing: 101-200th
Quality Education: 32nd
Gender Equality: 18th
Clean Water and Sanitation: 201-300th
Affordable and Clean Energy: 49th
Decent Work and Economic Growth: 4th
Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure: 201-300th
Reduced Inequalities: 24th
Sustainable Cities and Communities: 201-300th
Responsible Consumption and Production: 78th
Climate Action: 101-200th
Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions: 68th
Partnership for the Goals: 4th
Key Student Statistics
Gender Ratio: 56% Female, 44% Male
International Student Percentage: 14%
Students per Staff: 26.2
Total Students: 31,430