UMP is the University of Mpumalanga, based at Mbombela with an additional campus at Siyabuswa. It is one of South Africa newer universities, offering degrees, diplomas and higher certificates across agriculture, education, ICT, hospitality, social sciences and development studies.
As a newer institution UMP continues to add programmes, so its offering changes more than at established universities. Confirm that your intended programme is currently offered before planning around it.
Entry Requirements at a Glance
Applications are generally assessed on the following.
- A National Senior Certificate with the endorsement matching the qualification
- The points score the institution calculates by its own published method
- Subject requirements specific to the programme
- English or the language of instruction at the level required
- Available places, since popular programmes are oversubscribed
- Application within the published window
Academic and Minimum Admission Requirements
UMP has particular strengths in agriculture and agricultural sciences, reflecting the province economy, alongside education, ICT and hospitality.
Programme-specific requirements are revised between intake years, so confirm them against the current prospectus for the year you are applying for. Newer universities revise their programme range more frequently, so information published elsewhere dates quickly.
Subjects, APS and Qualification Requirements
Agriculture, science and ICT programmes require Mathematics at the level specified and generally do not accept Mathematical Literacy.
Education, hospitality and social science programmes are more likely to accept Mathematical Literacy. Higher certificates are the accessible entry point and articulate into diplomas and degrees.
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
- Your final matric results, used to confirm any conditional offer
- A SAQA evaluation certificate, if you hold a foreign qualification
Selection, Intake and Eligibility Considerations
Places are limited by the size of the institution. Apply as soon as applications open and to more than one institution.
Residence capacity is constrained at newer institutions without long-established infrastructure. Confirm accommodation arrangements separately from your academic application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does UMP stand for?
The University of Mpumalanga, based at Mbombela with an additional campus at Siyabuswa.
What does UMP offer?
Degrees, diplomas and higher certificates across agriculture, education, ICT, hospitality, social sciences and development studies.
Does UMP accept Mathematical Literacy?
Education, hospitality and social science programmes are more likely to. Agriculture, science and ICT generally require Mathematics.
Is accommodation available?
Capacity is constrained at newer institutions. Confirm arrangements separately from your academic application.
Confirm the current programme list and requirements against the University of Mpumalanga prospectus. See admission requirements and browse all education requirements.