Are you planning to study at Nelson Mandela University (NMU) in 2027? The official 2027 Undergraduate Prospectus is now available for download. This document contains everything you need to know about the seven faculties across the Gqeberha and George campuses.
NMU Application Dates for 2027
NMU has confirmed that online applications for 2027 will open in April 2026.
| Programme Category | Closing Date |
| MBChB (Medicine), BPharm, BRad | 30 June 2026 |
| Early Applications (All other degrees) | 03 August 2026 |
| Late Applications (Based on space) | 30 September 2026 |
| Student Housing | 30 September 2026 |
🚀 Student Desk Expert Insight: NMU’s “Applicant Score” (AS)
NMU does not use a traditional 1–7 point system. They use your actual percentages.
- How to Calculate Your AS: Add the actual percentages of your six best subjects (excluding Life Orientation).
- Example: If you get 70% for Maths, that counts as 70 points, not “6 points.”
- The Maximum Score: 600 points.
- The Quintile 1–3 Bonus: If you attend a Quintile 1, 2, or 3 school and score 50% or more for Life Orientation, NMU will add 7 bonus points to your final score.
- Subject-Specific Requirements: Even if your total score is high, you must meet the minimum percentage for core subjects. For example, BCom Accounting Science requires at least 65% for Mathematics.
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Table: Popular NMU Courses & AS Requirements
| Course Name | Minimum AS (Maths) | Minimum AS (Maths Lit) | Key Subject Requirements |
| Bachelor of Medicine (MBChB) | Contact Faculty | N/A | Selection based on high AS + NBT |
| BSc Computer Science | 410 | N/A | Maths (65%) |
| BCom Accounting Science | 410 | N/A | Maths (65%) |
| LLB (Law) | 390 | 405 | English (65%+) |
| BEd Foundation Phase | 350 | 365 | English & Home Lang (50%) |
| Dip Information Technology | 330 | 345 | Maths (40%) or Maths Lit (60%) |
| HCert Business Studies | 290 | 305 | Maths (30%) or Maths Lit (50%) |
Download NMU Prospectus 2027 PDF
Click the links below to download the official faculty guides and the full undergraduate prospectus:
How to Apply Online for 2027
- Choose Your Course: Check the prospectus to ensure your Grade 11 results meet the AS requirements.
- Visit the Portal: Go to applyonline.mandela.ac.za.
- Upload Documents: You will need a certified copy of your ID and your Grade 11 final results (or Matric certificate).
- No Application Fee: NMU does not charge an application fee for South African citizens.
Final Thought: NMU is famous for its “Marine and Ocean Sciences” and its world-class Medical School. If you are applying for MBChB, remember that the June 30th deadline is strict—missing it by one day means waiting another year.
