Assignment submission with myUnisa

You can submit written and multiple-choice assignments for formal courses online using
myUnisa.

Submitting multiple-choice assignments via myUnisa

Submitting a multiple-choice assignment via myUnisa is simple, fast and reliable. Just
follow the step-by-step instructions on the screen.
There are two ways to check that your assignments has been successfully submitted:

1. When you submit an assignment, you will receive a clear status message. If the
message reads "Assignment received in good order", your assignment has been
successfully received by Unisa.
2. Your list of assignments for each module on myUnisa will be updated immediately after
the successful submission of an assignment.

Please note:

 Please check for mistakes before you submit! No requests to cancel assignments

submitted via myUnisa will be accepted by the Assignment Section.
 Please do not submit the same assignment via myUnisa and the mail.
 If you use a dial-up connection, have your multiple-choice answers ready before dialling
up. It will cost you money if you have to work out the answers while you are online.
 Do not wait until the closing date for your assignments. Submit assignments at least
two working days before the closing date. This will make provision for unforeseen
problems, such as your internet connection could be down / not available on the closing
date.

Submitting written (text) assignments online

You must prepare your assignment in a file format that can be uploaded to myUnisa. This
file has to be in one of the formats listed under "Specify the type of file" drop-down list on the
submission screen. Not all file types can be accepted. Make sure that the type you select
matches that of your file, otherwise your lecturer may receive pages filled with garbage!
When you click on "Continue", your assignment will be uploaded from your computer to
the Unisa network. This can take several minutes depending on the size of your assignment and
the speed of your Internet connection. Once the assignment is received, details about it will be
displayed on your screen for final checking. You can then either go back to make corrections or
click on "Submit Assignment" to finally submit it.
If your assignment score includes marks for layout and formatting, it is advisable to upload
your document in PDF format via myUnisa. This will ensure that the layout and formatting is
not automatically adjusted when Unisa prints your assignment. You can find information about
PDF converters on the myUnisa home page under Electronic Resources.
Please note:

 Assignments submitted online via myUnisa will be marked online. The marked
assignments will be returned to students to be viewed online. If you made a mistake and
want to re-submit your assignment, you must do so immediately. You will only be able to
 submit an assignment while the re-submit link shows next to the assignment number.
Please check for mistakes before you submit!
 Make sure that your student number appears in your assignment text. For word
processor files, it is a good idea to have a header on each page with your student
number, course code, assignment number, etc.
 Do not submit the same assignment via myUnisa and the mail.
 Do not submit self-evaluation assignments.
 Make sure that your submitted file does not contain a virus! Students who
repeatedly submit documents with viruses may lose the right to use myUnisa.

Formatting and page layout requirements for written

assignments
For word processor and spreadsheet files:

 Set the paper options in your document to A4, default tray, auto feed (or auto select).
 Set margins of at least 2,5 cm either side for lecturer feedback.
 Do not use colour fonts - Unisa will only print assignments in black ink.
 Use only common fonts like Times Roman, Arial, etc.
 Limit your font size to a maximum of 16 for headings and a maximum of 12 for normal
text.
 Line spacing can be problematic if your printer differs significantly from the Unisa
printer. Do not use the Enter key (new line) to create empty spaces at the bottom of a
page. Use the page break function of your word processor to force a new page. This will
ensure that your page numbering stays exactly the way you indicated in your contents
page.
 Pictures and diagrams may be included as long as they are not too complex and not in
colour. Do not embed objects from other programs that require dynamic links.
 Fit your assignment in as few pages as possible, to save paper.

Please note that all assignments for HFL1501 must be submitted in

PDF format.