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Mandela University COVID-19 has a dedicated website.

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You can also visit the South African government's Covid-19 portal

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Online Applications 2021

Before you start your online application, please take note of the following. Online applications must be submitted by the respective closing dates as indicated.

Places are limited and it is therefore in your best interest to submit your online application as early as possible. Please ensure that you have completed both online application sections and submitted all your supporting documentation.

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To apply online, you will need:

Internet access

A valid personal email address (should you not have an e-mail account, please open one before proceeding with your online application).

Your latest school results – Example: Grade 11 final or grade 12 June or September or final school leaving results – No Grade 12 March results.

A valid SA ID number or passport number

A valid cell number correctly, as your application status will be communicated via cellphone

Application forms will only be processed once all the documents have been submitted. See required documents here.

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Producing graduates that are responsible global citizens capable of critical reasoning, innovation and adaptability.

A university with a distinctive, forward-looking culture of enquiry and engagement.

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Nelson Mandela University is a vibrant, stimulating and richly diverse environment that enables staff and students to reach their full potential.

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Application forms will only be processed once all the documents have been submitted.

Proof of payment of your application fee (International applicants only)
Certified copy of your ID document (ID document compulsory for SA citizens – your application cannot be processed without a certified copy of your ID. If you are still waiting for your ID, submit a certified copy of your birth certificate).
Certified copy of ID of parent / legal guardian / surety (required if you are a dependant, or currently at school or have left school recently and do/will not have permanent employment when applying or studying at the university).
Certified copy of your latest school results e.g. Grade 11 final or Grade 12 June or September results or your final school leaving results – No Grade 12 March results.
Official declaration form signed by your parent / legal guardian / surety if you are a dependent or currently at school or studying at a tertiary institution or have recently left school and do/will not have permanent employment when applying or studying at the university.
Academic record(s) and certificate(s) of conduct from previous institution(s) (if applicable)
Diploma/Degree certificate(s) (if applicable)
Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Certified copy of passport (for international students) / proof of permanent residency (SA ID)
Proof of your current residential / home or postal address if applying for on-campus accommodation.
Completed disability assessments form (if applicable).
Postgraduate application form if you apply for postgraduate studies.

Step 1. Discovery

Step 2. Application

Decided what you want to study and meet the requirements?
Right, now you can apply online for admission, for accommodation and for funding.

Step 3. Admission

Submitted your application? Now you can view your admission status, change your study choice or confirm any admission offer you may have received so that we can reserve a place for you.

Step 4. Registration

Been admitted to study at Nelson Mandela University? Take part in the orientation programmes, go through the registration process to enrol in your chosen subjects and find out when lectures start.

Main emergency number, Port Elizabeth: 041-504 9111

Main emergency number, George: 044-801 5050

Central Control Room 041-5049111 / 041-5042009

HOD: Protection Services 041-5042490

South Campus 041-5042482

North Campus 041-5043636 / 041-5043483 / 041-5042342

Second Avenue Campus 041-5043710 / 041-5041255

Missionvale Campus 041-504 1231 / 041-504 3636

George Campus 041-504 3636 / 044-801 5050

Student Wellness Services are available Monday-Friday, (08:00-16:30) excluding public holidays.

Please note that due to Covid-19, counselling is available via electronic means. Please complete our Request for Counselling form which is available on this home page.

For emergencies during evenings, weekends, and public holidays, please contact:

Higher Health 24 hour Tollfree Mental Health Helpline 0800 36 36 36 or SMS 43336
Suicide Emergency Lines: 0800 21 22 23 (08:00-20:00) / 0800 12 13 14 (20:00-08:00) / 0800 567 567 or sms 31393
Substance Abuse 0800 12 13 14 or sms 32312
Cipla 24hr Mental Health Helpline 0800 456 789
Gender-based Violence Support 0800 428 428 or sms for call back *120*7867#
Life Line: 0861 322 322 (Counselling available 24/7) or www.lifelinesa.co.za

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A university with a distinctive, forward-looking culture of enquiry and engagement.

Thank you for your interest in Nelson Mandela University

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Students

Financial Aid & Bursaries

COVID-19 Updates

South African COVID-19 Portal

Online Applications 2021

Easy as 1, 2, 3...and 4!

Step 1. Discovery

Step 2. Application

Step 3. Admission

Step 4. Registration

Student, and Staff Portals

How About a Custom Project?

More for Mandela

Work@Mandela

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A university with a distinctive,
forward-looking culture of enquiry and engagement.