Nelson Mandela University (NMU) is a South African university located in Port Elizabeth. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in various fields. The university has set the academic admission requirements for students who wish to join the university in 2024. Prospective undergraduate, postgraduate, and international students who wish to join the university in 2025 are invited to apply online as of April 2024.
NMU offers a variety of undergraduate programs that cater to different interests and career paths. The university reserves the right to make changes to the program details, rules, admission requirements, duration, and delivery of courses as published in this guide. Prospective applicants are advised to consult the Student Access & Enrolment Office, the university website, or relevant faculties prior to applying. Students can access the list of courses available for the Fall 2024 semester and the Summer 2024 semester on the university website.
Undergraduate Programs
| Faculty | Program | Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Economic Sciences | Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) | National Senior Certificate (NSC) with a minimum of 50% in Mathematics and 50% in English |
| Education | Bachelor of Education (BEd) | NSC with a minimum of 30% in the language of teaching and learning and 50% in four other subjects |
| Engineering | Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) | NSC with a minimum of 60% in Mathematics and Physical Science |
| Health Sciences | Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) | NSC with a minimum of 60% in Mathematics, Physical Science, and Life Sciences |
| Humanities | Bachelor of Arts (BA) | NSC with a minimum of 50% in English |
| Law | Bachelor of Laws (LLB) | NSC with a minimum of 50% in English |
| Science | Bachelor of Science (BSc) | NSC with a minimum of 60% in Mathematics and Physical Science |
| Agriculture | Bachelor of Agriculture (BAgric) | NSC with a minimum of 50% in Mathematics and Physical Science |
Postgraduate Programs
| Faculty | Program | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Economic Sciences | Master of Business Administration (MBA) | A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 65% average for the final year |
| Business and Economic Sciences | Master of Commerce (MCom) | A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 65% average for the final year |
| Engineering, the Built Environment, and Information Technology | Master of Engineering (MEng) | A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 65% average for the final year |
| Engineering, the Built Environment, and Information Technology | Master of Science in Information Technology (MSc IT) | A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 65% average for the final year |
| Health Sciences | Master of Public Health (MPH) | A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 60% average for the final year |
| Health Sciences | Master of Nursing Science (MNS) | A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 65% average for the final year |
| Science | Master of Science (MSc) | A relevant Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 65% average for the final year |
Application Process
To apply for undergraduate, postgraduate, or international courses at Nelson Mandela University (NMU) for 2024-2025,
For more information on the NMU application process, including application fees, application status, and contacts, visit the NMU online application 2024 page.
Contact Information
For general inquiries, the Admissions Office can be reached at admissions@mandela.ac.za. The office is available to answer questions about the application process, admission requirements, and other related matters.
For those who prefer to speak with someone over the phone, the Admissions Office can be reached at +27 (0)41 504 1111. The office is open from Monday to Friday, between 08:00 and 16:30.
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