Nelson Mandela University (NMU) is a new generation university, distinguished by the wide range of study options and access routes open to students. NMU nurtures innovation, fosters creativity, embraces technology and develops people to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Quality higher education is offered to more than 27 000 students across six campuses, making NMU the largest university in the Eastern Cape.
Applications open in April 2022
Application closing dates:Â
- MBChB applications:Â 31 May 2022Â (NBT results must be available on or before the 31st of July 2022).
- BRad – Bachelor of Radiography applications: 30 June 2022
- Early applications (excluding MBChB & BRad):Â 04 August 2022
- Late applications (excluding MBChB & BRad):Â 30 September 2022
- International student applications (excluding MBChB):Â 30 September 2022
- Student Housing applications:Â 30 September 2022
Tuition costs at NMU vary, depending on the course.
Step 1: First, you have to make sure that you meet the programme’s admission requirements you wish to apply for.
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Step 2: Obtain a copy of the undergraduate programme guide or Z-Card to assist you in making an informed choice.
As soon as you know what you want to study and that you meet the admission requirements, you can apply online.
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Step 3: You must submit your application form together with ALL the relevant supporting documentation before the initial closing date.
Your application cannot be considered if you do not include all your supporting documents with your application form.
All prospective applicants will be notified by SMS and e-mail of the outcome of their application.
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- For Undergraduate studies, you will be able to find details about the general admissions requirements here.
- For Postgraduate studies, you will be able to find details about the general admissions requirements here.
Remember you’ll need an email address.  Don’t have one?  Get an email address here.
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Have questions about your application?
Email:Â info@mandela.ac.za
Tel:Â +27 (0) 41 504 1111
Need to find the institution?
Street Address (South Campus):
University Way
Summerstrand
Port Elizabeth
6031
Nelson Mandela University offers a wide variety of under- and post-graduate qualifications that fit into the following faculties:
- Arts
- Business and Economic Sciences
- Education
- Engineering, Built Environment and IT
- Health Sciences
- Law
- Science
Don’t meet the minimum requirements?  There’s still hope!