University of Johannesburg
(UJ)
About
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is an Afropolitan international university with an identity of inclusion, auniversity that is transforming lives and diversifying professions. A proudly South African university, rooted in the vibrant and multicultural city of Johannesburg, reflecting the city’s energy and embracing its diversity with equal passion.
At the University of Johannesburg “The Futu...
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is an Afropolitan international university with an identity of inclusion, auniversity that is transforming lives and diversifying professions. A proudly South African university, rooted in the vibrant and multicultural city of Johannesburg, reflecting the city’s energy and embracing its diversity with equal passion.
At the University of Johannesburg “The Future. Reimagined” is not simply a catchy phrase. The institution is taking the lead in Africa in 4th Industrial Revolution thinking, reimagining the future in all disciplines.
It is an institution that embodies the core principles of critical thinking and meaningful collaboration, anchored in Africa and dynamically shaping the future. Through these principles we give our students the competitive advantage they need to compete on the global stage but, more importantly, we attract the best minds from around the world to engage with these leaders in reimagining the future.
UJ’s students, mentors,teachers and thought leaders are making a difference, not only in South Africa, but across the African continent and the world. With exposure to world-class facilities, proven structures of support and award-winning academic staff – all geared towards feeding imaginations in a safe, equal opportunity environment – we are seeding the world with a new generation who will lead with imagination, with creativity and with the power to see far beyond our present.
As a respected research institution the university is leading the new wave of thought through a multi-disciplinary approach to practical solutions that will make a real difference,from exploring the impact of early childhood development to the exciting spaceof artificial intelligence, process automation and smart cities; to developing nanotechnology capable of removing pollutants from water. We are investigating the sustainability of global resources through earth sciences, looking at our past to learn about our future.
From vocational and traditional academic programmes to professionals and postgraduates, our four campuses offer our students a choice of study programmes in eight faculties:Art, Design and Architecture; Education; Engineering and the Built Environment;Health Sciences; Humanities; Law; and Science, as well as in the College of Business and Economics.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 281 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 68 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 32,659
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 26.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 14%
- Female : Male
- 56 : 44
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
21 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitality & Tourism Management | 19 | 152.9 | 2025 |
| Geography | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Business Administration | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Public Administration | 151-200 | - | 2022 |
| Sociology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Education & Training | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 201-300 | - | 2019 |
| Management | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Instruments Science & Technology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Food Science & Technology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2024 |
| Mathematics | 401-500 | - | 2019 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Chemical Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Clinical Medicine | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
QS
31 subjectsUS News
25 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =69 | 66.2 | 2027 |
| Green and Sustainable Science and Technology | 95 | 56.2 | 2027 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 112 | 55.2 | 2027 |
| Polymer Science | =171 | 29.9 | 2027 |
| Food Science and Technology | 183 | 31.7 | 2027 |
| Environmental Engineering | 224 | 33.6 | 2026 |
| Arts and Humanities | 231 | 40.7 | 2027 |
| Chemical Engineering | 251 | 45.6 | 2027 |
| Energy and Fuels | =258 | 48.5 | 2027 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | =261 | 39.5 | 2027 |
| Geosciences | =279 | 36.6 | 2027 |
| Chemistry | =282 | 52.0 | 2027 |
| Engineering | 283 | 51.4 | 2027 |
| Environment/Ecology | =290 | 47.6 | 2027 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =308 | 46.0 | 2027 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | =341 | 46.0 | 2027 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =357 | 33.0 | 2027 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =366 | 45.7 | 2027 |
| Computer Science | =371 | 36.5 | 2027 |
| Physical Chemistry | =400 | 45.9 | 2027 |
| Agricultural Sciences | =421 | 26.7 | 2027 |
| Mathematics | =424 | 30.3 | 2027 |
| Materials Science | =537 | 33.3 | 2027 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =625 | 27.2 | 2027 |
| Clinical Medicine | =769 | 34.8 | 2027 |
THE
11 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Training | 126–150 | 49.6 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 126–150 | 44.4 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 151–175 | 48.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 176–200 | 47.3 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 251–300 | 45.3 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 251–300 | 35.4 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 251–300 | 42.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 301–400 | 43.0 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 401–500 | 36.7 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 401–500 | 38.8 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Johannesburg?
University of Johannesburg's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 292, THE Rank 351–400, ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =281.
When was University of Johannesburg founded?
University of Johannesburg was founded in 2005.
What are the top subjects at University of Johannesburg?
Top subjects at University of Johannesburg include: Hospitality & Tourism Management, Development Studies, Social Sciences and Public Health, Geography, Green and Sustainable Science and Technology.
Where is University of Johannesburg located?
University of Johannesburg is located in Johannesburg, South Africa.