Nursing at the University of Mpumalanga requires a National Senior Certificate with the endorsement for the qualification, together with the points score and subject requirements published for the programme. UMP is based at Mbombela with an additional campus at Siyabuswa.
As one of South Africa newer universities, UMP continues to add programmes. Confirm that nursing is currently offered and at what level before planning around it, since newer institutions expand their range over time.
Entry Requirements at a Glance
Applications are generally assessed on the following.
- A National Senior Certificate with the endorsement required for the qualification
- The points score the institution calculates for the programme
- Mathematics and Life Sciences at the levels required
- English at the level required
- Health screening and a police clearance certificate, because of clinical placement
- Accreditation of the programme with the South African Nursing Council
Academic and Minimum Admission Requirements
Where offered, a nursing qualification leads to registration with the South African Nursing Council in the corresponding category. Confirm the qualification and its registration category directly.
Programme requirements are revised between intake years, and information published elsewhere dates quickly for newer institutions.
Subjects, APS and Qualification Requirements
Mathematics and Life Sciences are required for degree-level nursing, and Mathematical Literacy is generally not accepted for such routes.
English at a good level matters for clinical documentation and patient communication.
Documents and Application Requirements
Applications normally require the following.
- A certified copy of your identity document
- Your National Senior Certificate or latest statement of results
- Proof of the application fee, where one is charged
- A medical or health screening report
- A police clearance certificate
- Proof of immunisation, where the clinical facility requires it
Selection, Intake and Eligibility Considerations
Nursing intakes are limited by the number of students an institution can place in accredited clinical facilities, not by classroom space. Mpumalanga has a more limited network of accredited clinical facilities than the larger provinces, which constrains intakes further.
Apply to more than one institution rather than relying on a single application, and confirm accommodation arrangements separately. Confirm accreditation with the South African Nursing Council before enrolling anywhere, since only an accredited programme leads to registration and therefore to practice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UMP offer nursing?
Confirm directly, since UMP is a newer university that continues to add programmes.
Where is UMP?
Mbombela, with an additional campus at Siyabuswa.
Does it accept Mathematical Literacy?
Degree-level nursing generally requires Mathematics. Confirm for the specific qualification.
Why are intakes small?
Clinical placement capacity is the constraint, and Mpumalanga has a more limited network of accredited facilities than larger provinces.
Confirm the current nursing offering and requirements with the University of Mpumalanga. Confirm accreditation with the South African Nursing Council before enrolling anywhere, since only an accredited programme leads to registration and therefore to practice. See nursing requirements. See admission requirements and browse all education requirements.