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University of Mpumalanga (UMP)

University of Mpumalanga (UMP)

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University of Mpumalanga (UMP): key facts

Each fact below was checked against the official source linked next to it on 11 November 2026 by Christine Beukes, FundiConnect. Fees and dates change: follow the source link to confirm before you apply.

About

Type of institution
  • University
  • The first university in the Province of Mpumalanga

Source: ump.ac.za

Campuses
  • Mbombela Campus
  • Siyabuswa Campus

Source: ump.ac.za

What you can study

81 accredited academic programmes in 2026

Source: ump.ac.za

Student accommodation
  • On-campus residences offer single and double-sharing rooms
  • Rooms are available for students living with disabilities
  • Uncapped Wi-Fi in residences

Source: ump.ac.za

Applying

Applications open2027 intake

Applications for 2027 admissions opened on 01 June 2026

Source: ump.ac.za

Applications close2027 intake
  • Undergraduate Programmes: 30 November 2026
  • Advanced Diplomas: 30 November 2026
  • Honours Programmes and Postgraduate Diplomas: 30 January 2027
  • Masters Programmes: 30 January 2027
  • Doctoral Programmes: 30 January 2027

Source: ump.ac.za

Where to apply

Choose the programmes you wish to apply for (maximum of two choices)

Source: ump.ac.za

Documents you need
  • Certified copies of your identity document
  • Senior Certificate/National Senior Certificate
  • All other relevant documents

Source: ump.ac.za

Costs and funding

Application fee2027 academic year

The university has decided to discontinue application fees for the academic year 2027 and onwards

Source: ump.ac.za

NSFAS and bursaries

NSFAS bursary is listed among the funders of UMP students

Source: ump.ac.za

Contact

Phone

013 002 0001 (switchboard)

Source: ump.ac.za

Email

info@ump.ac.za

Source: ump.ac.za

Address
  • Mbombela Campus: Cnr R40 and D725 Roads, Mbombela 1200
  • Siyabuswa Campus: Bheki Mfundo Drive, Siyabuswa

Source: ump.ac.za

Applying? Apply to University of Mpumalanga (2027)