Vision, Mission and Values

Vision An international University of choice, anchored in Africa, dynamically shaping the future. Mission Inspiring its community to transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collaborative pursuit of knowledge. ValuesIMAGINATION We encourage and inspire free, independent and critical thought aimed at developing a better future for UJ and society by: Shaping the future by … Continued

Senate

Senate Senate is the academic statutory structure in accordance with sections 19-28 of the UJ Statute. Senate is accountable (to Council) for all the teaching, learning, research and other academic functions and activities of the University and all other functions delegated or assigned to it by Council. Senate provides academic leadership and is accountable to … Continued

Council

Council The Council governs the University of Johannesburg and is constituted according to the provisions of the Higher Education Act No. 101 of 1997 and the University of Johannesburg Statute. Its responsibilities include determining the mission, objectives, goals, strategies and policies for the progress of the institution. It must also ensure an environment that is … Continued

Governance

University of Johannesburg Governance The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is fortunate to have widely respected leaders supporting its move forward to the next level of excellence in teaching, research and community outreach. In leading the University, Prof Letlhokwa Mpedi, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, is supported by a senior executive management team that comprises the Deputy Vice-Chancellor … Continued

Transformation Unit

Transformation is woven into the social, intellectual and structural fabric of the University of Johannesburg. It owes its existence to the agenda of the national government to achieve transformation of Higher Education in South Africa through, among other means, the merging and restructuring of existing higher education institutions embedded in the apartheid ideology. Its character … Continued