[16] After the fall of Apartheid in 1994, African students started to become more involved in previously white institutions of higher education.

The merger of the modified RAU and the Technikon Witwatersrand took place on 1 January 2005 thus creating the University of Johannesburg.

The integration of these institutions – with seemingly more differences that similarities, offers the University of Johannesburg a unique identity and character, which serves to bridge the chasms that previously divided South Africa.

Early on it was decided that UJ did not want a coat of arms and motto, as are custom with other tertiary educational institutions in South Africa.

The name Bunting Road, according to the City of Johannesburg archives is derived from a subspecies of bird and not the decorative banner it is currently associated with.

[25] The Strategic Initiatives and Administration unit at UJ plays a key role in shaping the university's research and innovation direction.

Is the officer responsible for financial governance and revenue as well as expenditure and also effectively oversees the UJ pension fund.

Responsible for Internationalization, and overseeing Research and Innovation as well as the Library and Information Center.

General legal affairs pertaining the university,  disputes and litigation as well as contracts.

[30] Therefore, prospective South African matriculants must apply for their preferred course of study before the completion of their matric year.

As of 2013, the University of Johannesburg has adopted a "no walk-in" policy and therefore, prospective and current students are required to apply for admission and complete their registration online.

New registrations for qualifying matriculants takes place in January shortly after the matric results are released.

Undergraduate programmeOnce a high school student has passed their Matric examinations obtaining an NQF level 5 qualification and meeting the minimum requirements of their chosen undergraduate programme the student may pursue a bachelor's degree, Advanced Diploma, Post Graduate Certificate or B-tech which are set to be completed within three years for most faculties however, there are sometimes options to extend ones undergraduate programme usually by an extra year.

The progression from one NQF level to the next after obtaining a bachelor's degree, advanced diploma, post-graduate certificate or B-tech is the following: There are many opportunities for students studying at the University of Johannesburg to receive financial support.

[35] The academic merit bursary offers up to 100% payment of tuition fees and an additional stipend amount to qualifying applicants.

An alumni bursary is offered to qualifying postgraduate students that may be applied for in the applicants respective faculty offices.

[36] Postgraduate students may apply for funding through the National Research Foundation (NRF) that offers up to 100% payment of tuition fees and an additional stipend amount to qualifying applicants.

Each faculty offers a variety of programs and courses that cater to the diverse interests and career goals of students.

FADA is home to the following departments: The University of Johannesburg's College of Business and Economics (CBE) was launched on the 1st of July 2017.

It houses the following departments (some of which serve as the best in the country): The faculty of Humanities' research focus areas include social development in Africa, sociological research, culture and languages in Africa, African-European studies, and the study of democracy.

[73] The faculty of Science's research focus areas include nanotechnology, energy and sustainable development, aquatic eco-toxicology, and economic geo-metallurgy.

[73] The faculty currently has 11 departments: Academy of Computer Science and Software Engineering; Biochemistry; Biotechnology and Food Technology; Botany and Plant Biotechnology; Chemical Sciences; Geography, Environmental Management & Energy Studies; Geology; Physics; Pure and Applied Mathematics; Statistics; and Zoology.

[76] In April 2010, UJFM moved to the Bunting Road Campus where it has access to more professional, state of the art equipment.

[77] The UJ Observer also offers journalism students a practical platform to learn and develop journalistic and managerial skill sets.

[79] The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has a dedicated division for Athletics, Sports, Arts, and Culture.

[83] This division offers a range of arts platforms on all four UJ campuses for students, staff, alumni, and the general public to experience and engage with.

[85] These divisions play a crucial role in providing a holistic educational experience at UJ, promoting physical health, creativity, and cultural engagement.

This is a vast division with 35 residences, including the seven day houses, spread over four campuses at the University of Johannesburg.

This figure encompasses all employees, including full-time, part-time, and temporary staff, regardless of their working hours.

The University of Johannesburg has numerous alumni and faculty members distinguished in their respective fields.