👉 Semester 1, 2027 Registration
Dear Prospective Students,
Whether you're joining Cornerstone Institute for the first time, returning to continue your studies, or pursuing an additional qualification, we look forward to supporting your academic journey in Semester 1, 2027.
- BPsych Equivalent – Semester 1, 2027 Intake: Registrations are now open.
- Semester 1, 2027 Intake Registrations: Late registration runs 1 – 7 February 2027.
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For a smooth Application and Registration process, please ensure you have copies of the certified documents (certified in the last 12 months) as follows:
| Programme / Document | Higher Certificates | BA, BCom, BTh | Honours | PGCE (FP / IP / SP&FET) |
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| Certified copy of your ID | ||||
| Certified copy of Matric results | ||||
| Certified copy of undergraduate qualification or Letter of completion | — | — | ||
| Certified copy of full academic transcript (record) | — | — |
Please Note
- Bachelor of Arts (Alternative Education) – is not a professional teaching qualification.
- PGCE in FP/IP or SP&FET – To meet the undergraduate requirements for entry, you are to provide us with a full transcript with credits and NQF levels.
- For PGCE in IP: We do not offer the Social Science Didactics undergraduate modules (History and Geography) and Science and Technology undergraduate modules. You can only select those options if you have the undergraduate modules up to NQF level 6 in your previous qualification.
- Credit Accumulation and Transfer (CAT): Please contact the RPL & CAT Unit at Cornerstone Institute — rplandcat@cornerstone.ac.za.
- Don't meet the entry requirements for BA or BCom? If you are 23 years or older, contact our RPL and CAT Unit to find out more about alternative access routes. Visit our RPL page for more information.
- General queries may be directed to our helpdesk team at helpdesk@cornerstone.ac.za.
We wish you the best with your registration and the academic year ahead.
Cornerstone Institute — Learn to Change the World.
The Registration Instructions
Registration Instructions for First Time Student Registrations:
- Go to https://unisis.cornerstone.ac.za/login
- Remember to set your password and keep it somewhere safe for future reference.
- Complete the form.
- You will be guided to log into Moodle LMS.
- Complete the application and registration by following the prompts on Moodle LMS.
- Select your modules and follow the prompts for payments.
- Remember to save your application and submit.
Registration Instructions for Returning student registrations:
- Go to https://unisis.cornerstone.ac.za/login/
- Log into your profile.
- Select your modules and follow the prompts for payment.
- Remember to save your application and submit.
Please Take Note of the Following:
- You will be able to register for the First Semester 2027 academic year.
- Please consult the Yearbook and refer to your acceptance letter for your module selection.
- Returning students, please consult the Yearbook for changes to module names and codes and to find the correct modules for you to register for.
- Should you require assistance with module selection, please contact the helpdesk team at helpdesk@cornerstone.ac.za.
- Module content will not be available on our learning management system (LMS) called Moodle LMS, until closer to class commencement.
- You should be able to log into Moodle LMS to confirm whether your Semester 1 modules have been uploaded. If any of your Semester 1 modules do not appear on Moodle LMS as per your Proof of Registration, please contact helpdesk@cornerstone.ac.za to log a support ticket.
- Moodle LMS resource — access our Moodle LMS login and resource page for guidance.
For any assistance with your application or registration, log a ticket at helpdesk@cornerstone.ac.za.
Steps for Application & Registration
Follow the correct pathway below based on your student status.
New Students
Returning Students
Not sure which modules to select?
Your curriculum grid shows exactly which modules you need to register for in each semester of your programme. Before you submit your registration, compare your grid carefully with your proof of registration — it's the fastest way to avoid module amendments later.
- Grids for all 2027 programmes — BA, BCom, BTh, Honours, Higher Certificates and PGCE
- Available in both Contact and Distance study modes
- Searchable, filterable and downloadable as PDF
Can't find your programme, or unsure which grid applies to you? Contact helpdesk@cornerstone.ac.za before you submit your registration — our team will confirm the correct modules for your qualification.
Before You Register
In order to register, students must be in possession of an acceptance letter. Please read the following carefully to understand what you'll need, how the process works, and how to make sure your registration is correct the first time.
Your Registration Pack
For the modules you are required to register for, please refer to your registration pack and the Yearbook. Your registration pack includes:
- Acceptance letter
- Curriculum grid
- Essential guide
- Orientation letter
- Fee structure
Already studied with us before?
Once registration is open, you can register by logging into the Student Portal.
New to Cornerstone Institute?
Continue your registration process by logging into the Student Portal.
Your Registration Journey
Follow the correct pathway based on your student status.
Verification of your information on our Student Portal — https://unisis.cornerstone.ac.za/apply.
Issuance of your acceptance / declined letter.
You select your modules and submit on the Student Portal.
Make payment of the initial student fee using your STUDENT NUMBER as payment reference.
Issuance of proof of registration.
Your selected modules will be integrated onto Moodle LMS.
You select your modules and submit on the Student Portal — https://unisis.cornerstone.ac.za/login.
Make payment of the initial student fee using your STUDENT NUMBER as payment reference.
Issuance of proof of registration.
Your selected modules will be integrated onto Moodle LMS.
Your Responsibility
Students are responsible for ensuring that they select the correct modules. The Institution cannot be held liable if incorrect modules are selected by a student. Please compare your curriculum grid for your programme carefully with your proof of registration.
Please contact our helpdesk team at helpdesk@cornerstone.ac.za to request assistance with your module selection.
Module amendments can only be made during the Institution's module amendment period. Modules can only be amended during the first two weeks after the Semester has commenced. Please ensure that you select your correct modules at registration.
How Many Credits Should You Register For?
Understanding credits helps you plan a manageable study load.
Part-time Students
credits per year
Full-time Students
credits per year
Time Investment
of study per credit — a 12-credit module = 120 hours of work, including lectures, readings, research and assignments.
Check Your Proof of Registration
Once your registration is processed, you will receive proof of registration. Please check it carefully to ensure that you have registered for the correct modules, and that your Semester modules appear on Moodle LMS. Once your modules are available on Moodle LMS, please confirm they correspond with your proof of registration.