The University of South Africa, or UNISA, is the biggest distance learning university in Africa and one of the biggest worldwide. UNISA has been a leader in distant learning since its establishment in 1873. Being an open and distance learning (ODL) university, UNISA offers students both domestically and abroad a range of study options. UNISA offers a wide range of academic programs, including as undergraduate and graduate degrees, professional and vocational certificates, and more, to meet the educational needs of a large student body. UNISA ensures that everyone has access to high-quality higher education by assisting students in achieving their academic and professional goals through creative teaching strategies and comprehensive support services.