Nelson Mandela University Admission 2023/2024 : Get In With Our Help

Filed in General by on October 18, 2023

Nelson Mandela University is education institution in Africa and here we have discussed about Nelson Mandela University Admission for undergraduate courses, PhD courses, postgraduate courses, Masters and research degrees. To study at Nelson Mandela University you’ll need to meet the academic entry requirements for your course and admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria.

Nelson Mandela University Admissions 2023/2024 academic year!

Step 2: Application

Decided what you want to study? Meet the requirements? Right, now you can apply:

  • Apply online for admission to study at Nelson Mandela University
  • Apply for accommodation at Nelson Mandela University
  • Apply for funding

Academic admission

Prospective undergraduate, postgraduate and international students who wish to join Nelson Mandela University in 2023 are invited to apply online as from April 2023.

In order to ensure adequate time for application, processing and planning by the university and yourself, online applications for early admission in 2023 should be submitted by:

  • 30 June 2023 for MBChB applications with the NBT (if applicable) to be written by no later than 31 July 2023.
  • 30 June 2023 for Bachelor of Radiography (BRad) applications.
  • 04 August 2023 for early applications (excluding MBChB & BRad).
  • 30 September 2023 for late applications (excluding MBChB & BRad).
  • 30 September 2023 for international student applications.
  • 30 September 2023 for ALL student housing applications.

Please note, places in some qualifications are limited, and it is therefore in your best interest to submit your online application and ALL supporting documentation timeously. Before completing an online application form, please take note of the Applicant Score (AS) and minimum pass % per subject requirements for the qualification you are applying for, or refer to the A-Z career webpage, faculty websites or faculty guides for additional information.

Advanced diploma applications

Nelson Mandela University students who are currently completing a three-year Diploma (Dip) qualification and would like to apply to pursue their Advanced Diploma (AdvDip) in the same field of study here next year, need to complete an online application form. Your completed application form must be submitted online to the Admissions Office on or before 4 August 2023 (no supporting documentation required). Late applications may be considered after this date, if there is still space available in the course you wish to apply for, and on academic merit until 30 September 2023.

In addition, places in some qualifications are limited, and it is therefore in your best interest to submit your online application form and ALL supporting documentation as soon as possible.

PLEASE NOTE: Advanced Diploma (AdvDip) qualifications are listed under the ‘Undergraduate’ tab on the online application system and not under the Postgraduate tab. Before completing an application form, please take note of the minimum admission requirements for the qualification that you are applying for or refer to the relevant faculty guide.

Prospective new students who have already completed their Diploma (Dip) studies at Nelson Mandela University or at another tertiary institution and opted to enter the work force, or take a gap year before commencing their Advanced Diploma (AdvDip) studies, are required to complete a new online application form, and submit a certified copy of their ID, academic record and certificate of conduct, along with any other documentation required in order for their application to be considered. Early applications close 4 August 2023 and no application fee is required. Please also review the faculty prospectus for the admission requirements related to your field of study prior to applying. Late applications may be considered after this date, if there is still space available in the course you wish to apply for, and on academic merit until 30 September 2023. 

Applicants who have studied at other tertiary institutions

  • In order to ensure adequate time for processing and planning by the university and yourself, online applications for admission in 2023 should be submitted by 4 August 2023 (excluding MBChB & BRad as these have an earlier closing date) – No application fee for South African applicants.
  • Late applications will be considered until 30 September 2023 (excluding MBChB & BRad as these have an earlier closing date) based on academic merit – No application fee for South African applicants.
  • Submit together with your online application form, a certified copy of your official academic record and certificate of conduct, as well as a certified copy of your school leaving certificate.
  • Should you be applying for module exemptions, download the module exemption form and complete it and note that there is a module exemption fee to be paid before the exemption can be processed. You must attach copies of module outlines/syllabus.
  • Application fees are applicable for international applicants.

Closing dates

2023 Closing Dates

1) Academic Online Applications

Prospective undergraduate, postgraduate and international students who wish to join Nelson Mandela University in 2023 are invited to apply online.

  • 30 June 2023 for MBChB applicants with the NBT (if applicable) to be written by no later than 31 July 2023.
  • 30 June 2023 for Bachelor of Radiography (Diagnostic) applications.
  • 4 August 2023 for early applications (excluding MBChB & BRad)
  • 30 September 2023 for late applications (excluding MBChB & BRad)
  • 30 September 2023 for international student applications (excluding MBChB)

2) Student Accommodation (On-Campus & Off-Campus) 

  • Closing date: 30 September 2023

3) International Applicants 

  • International student applications (excluding MBChB & BRad): 30 September 2023 (application fee of R500)

Nelson Mandela University Admissions.

Important: Please contact or visit the official website of Nelson Mandela University for detailed information at www.mandela.ac.za/ .