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The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant, urban institution renowned for its applied research, innovation, and commitment to the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Academically, it excels in fields like Engineering, Business, Humanities, and Art, Design & Architecture. UJ is a popular destination for international students, offering a diverse, English-taught curriculum and robust support through its dedicated International Office, which facilitates exchange programs, summer schools, and comprehensive student services. A distinctive characteristic is its status as one of South Africa's largest contact universities, fostering a dynamic, multicultural learning environment deeply integrated into the economic hub of Johannesburg.
Background
The University of Johannesburg, colloquially known as UJ, is a public university located in Johannesburg, South Africa. The University of Johannesburg was established on 1 January 2005 as the result of a merger between the Rand Afrikaans University (RAU), the Technikon Witwatersrand (TWR) and the Soweto and East Rand campuses of Vista University. Prior to the merger, the Daveyton and Soweto campuses of former Vista University had been incorporated into 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. UJ has a student population of more than 50,000, of whom more than 3,000 are international students from 80 countries.
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