Download Free UNISA PDF Textbooks

Download Free UNISA PDF Textbooks

Many UNISA students prefer to access their textbooks in PDF format so they can study on their phone, tablet, or computer.

There are official ways to download your textbooks online — and we’ll show you exactly how below.

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Need Help Getting Your UNISA Textbooks?

Here’s how:

5 Easy Steps To Download Textbooks For Free

Follow these steps and you will be ready to study in no time:

  1. Visit the University of South Africa website
  2. In the menu bar under the UNISA sign, click on the Library section
  3. Scroll down and click on Find e-reserves and Recommended books
  4. Enter your course code and click “Submit”
  5. Choose your book and log in with your student number and myUnisa password to download

Download Official Textbooks

Getting your UNISA textbook in PDF format is very helpful. Most UNISA students work while they study, and being able to access textbooks on your phone, tablet, or computer makes studying much easier.

Not all books are available in PDF format, but if they are, it can save both time and money. To download them, you must have a valid student number and access to the myUnisa platform.

What is myUnisa?

UNISA is a distance learning university, which means you can work and study at the same time.

MyUnisa is the platform where you can:

  • download study materials (textbooks, study guides, and tutorial letters)
  • view your account details
  • access module content and lecturer notes
  • upload assignments
  • find out when your exams will take place

Only students with valid UNISA student numbers will be able to log in to the myUnisa platform.

4 Steps To Download Textbooks In PDF Format

Step 1
Visit the UNISA website and click on the Library tab.

Step 2
Scroll down to the search section. Type in “PDF” and search. This will direct you to the relevant resources.

Step 3
Scroll through the list until you find your book. Look for “PDF” next to the title and click on it.

Step 4
Check the book details, then click View full text. You will be redirected to the myUnisa login page. Enter your details and follow the steps.

Unable To Log Into Your myUnisa Account?

If you are unable to log in, follow these steps:

  1. Go to the myUnisa homepage
  2. Click on Forgotten Unisa Password
  3. Enter your student number and continue
  4. Fill in the required information
  5. Confirm to receive your new password via SMS

Your new password will be sent to your registered phone number.

Last Updated: 30 March 2026