University of Mpumalanga (UMP) Application 2026 – How to Apply
The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) application for admission will soon begin . so if you are a high school leaver, and you are looking to gain admission into this Institution, then this article is for you.
The University of Mpumalanga is committed to offering its students a life-changing experience through high-quality curricula and co-curricular programs. These programs promote the principles of excellence and academic integrity. UMP enables students to realize their full potential in the full spectrum of cognitive, social, aesthetic, and personal dimensions, in pursuit of democratic citizenship.
The University of Mpumalanga prides itself on responding with agility to the dynamic needs of its students and the communities it serves. UMP is striving for innovation and transformation, in the interests of the less privileged. We foster creativity and entrepreneurial spirit among our students.
The UMP application is expected to begin around June 2025, but the school has not yet confirmed that. This post will provide you with information like available courses, admission requirements, how to apply and also track your application when it eventually opens.
Available Courses at UMP
- School of agricultural sciences
- School of biology and environmental sciences
- School of computing and mathematic science
- School of early childhood education
- School of development study
- School of hospitality and tourism
- School 0f social science
to get more information about the courses under each of these schools , visit the UMP prospectus
Admission Requirements
Diploma in ICT in Application Development
- Duration: 3 years, 360 credits, NQF Level 6.
- Curriculum: Covers communication networks, application development, multimedia, programming, and business practice. Year 3 includes Work Integrated Learning or electives.
- Admission: APS 26, English Level 4, Mathematics Level 4.
- Progression: Advanced Diploma in ICT.
- Contact: Mr Norwell Zhakata, norwell.zhakata@ump.ac.za.
Diploma in Agriculture in Plant Production
- Duration: 3 years, 360 credits, NQF Level 6.
- Curriculum: Focuses on crop production, farm management, and water management. Year 3 involves practical training on a commercial farm.
- Admission: APS 25 (Math) or 26 (Math Literacy), English Level 4, Agriculture Level 4.
- Progression: Advanced Diploma in Agriculture.
- Contact: Mr John Seema, john.seema@ump.ac.za.
Diploma in Nature Conservation
- Duration: 3 years, 360 credits, NQF Level 6.
- Curriculum: Includes conservation ecology, environmental management, and resource management. Year 3 involves work-integrated learning.
- Admission: APS 29 (Math) or 30 (Math Literacy), English Level 4, Life Sciences/Geography Level 4.
- Progression: Advanced Diploma in Nature Conservation.
- Contact: Dr John Cornell, john.cornell@ump.ac.za.
Bachelor of Agriculture in Agricultural Extension and Rural Resource Management
- Duration: 3 years, 360 credits, NQF Level 7.
- Curriculum: Combines crop/animal production with rural development and extension. Includes work-integrated learning.
- Admission: APS 28 (Math) or 30 (Math Literacy), English Level 4, Mathematics Level 4.
- Progression: Bachelor of Agriculture (Honours).
- Contact: Dr Isaac Agholor, isaac.agholor@ump.ac.za.
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture
- Duration: 4 years, 480 credits, NQF Level 8.
- Curriculum: Focuses on agricultural science, with electives in water management, environmental science, and agricultural extension.
- Admission: APS 30 (Math) or 32 (Math Literacy), English Level 4, Mathematics Level 4.
- Progression: Master’s in Agriculture or Science.
- Contact: Mr Lloyd Ganyani, lloyd.ganyani@ump.ac.za.
Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching
- Duration: 4 years, 480 credits, NQF Level 7.
- Curriculum: Focuses on teaching language, mathematics, and life skills for Grades 1-3. Includes practicum training.
- Admission: APS 28 (Math) or 29 (Math Literacy), English Level 4, Second Language Level 4.
- Progression: Bachelor of Education (Honours).
- Contact: Dr Andries Du Plessis, andries.duplessis@ump.ac.za.
Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Duration: 3 years, 360 credits, NQF Level 6.
- Curriculum: Covers accommodation management, culinary studies, and hospitality operations. Includes work-integrated learning.
- Admission: APS 26 (Math) or 27 (Math Literacy), English Level 4.
- Progression: Advanced Diploma in Hospitality Management.
- Contact: Mr Osward Mhlanga, osward.mhlanga@ump.ac.za.
Bachelor of Development Studies
- Duration: 3 years, 360 credits, NQF Level 7.
- Curriculum: Focuses on development planning, rural development, and environmental management. Includes research projects.
- Admission: APS 31 (Math) or 32 (Math Literacy), English Level 4.
- Progression: Bachelor of Development Studies (Honours).
- Contact: Prof Estelle Boshoff, estelle.boshoff@ump.ac.za.
Bachelor of Commerce (BCom)
- Duration: 3 years, 360 credits, NQF Level 7.
- Curriculum: Specialization in Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or Industrial Psychology. Includes business computing and economics.
- Admission: APS 32, English Level 4, Mathematics Level 4.
- Progression: BCom (Honours).
- Contact: Fees and further details available soon.
How to Apply to UMP
UMP APPLICATION STEP BY STEP PROCESS
NB: Before you start with your application, ensure that you have electronic copies to upload (the accepted document types/format are: pdf,doc,docx,tiff,PNG,jpg, jpeg):
certified copies of your identity document, Senior Certificate/National Senior Certificate and all other relevant documents.
proof of non-refundable application fee (RSA) R200, (SADC) 400 and International students other than SADC (R550)
- Click here to apply, accept the UMP application rules and click “continue”
- Capture your biographical information and click “next” to proceed with your application;
- Capture results details then add subjects and click “next”;
- Capture educational institution detail and click “next”;
- Capture academic application details (choose 2 choices/programmes you wish to apply for), click on “add qualification” and thereafter click “next”;
- Verify/Check your application details then click “continue”;
- Create your 5 digit PIN (e.g 24689), click “I accept”(twice) checkbox thereafter click “Submit Application”;
- Upload your documents, select “yes” on the dropdown list if all your documents are ready to be uploaded and then click “next”;
- Click “Load/View Document” >> “Upload document” >> “Choose/Browse file” go to the folder where your documents are stored, choose the relevant document and click “save”;
Once all documents have been uploaded click “complete upload”;Step 11: Confirmation Page, end of application
Tracking your Application
- Go to the Student Portal
- Fill in the required details in the fields
- Follow the prompts
- You should be able to view your status then
