Mpumalanga University Registration Dates 2025: Everything You Need to Know

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has outlined its registration schedule for the 2025 academic year, detailing specific periods for various student categories.

First Semester Registration

First-Year Students: In-person registration is scheduled from February 5 to February 9, 2025. New students are advised to complete their registration during this period to ensure a smooth start to their academic journey.

Returning Undergraduate Students: Students who have no outstanding modules and have obtained financial clearance can register online between January 2 and February 16, 2025. For those preferring in-person registration, the window is open from February 12 to February 16, 2025.

Postgraduate Students:

Advanced Diplomas, Postgraduate Diplomas, and Honours Degrees: Registration is open from January 2 to February 16, 2025.

Masters and Doctoral Degrees: First registration period is from January 2 to February 29, 2025. A second registration window is available from March 1 to April 30, 2025.

Second Semester Registration

All Students: Registration for the second semester is scheduled from July 22 to August 2, 2025. Students are encouraged to register within this timeframe to continue their studies without interruption.

Important Dates Post-Registration

• Residences:
  • New Students Arrival: February 3, 2025.
  • Returning Students Arrival: February 10, 2025.
• Orientation for First-Year Students: Scheduled from February 12 to February 16, 2025. This orientation is designed to acclimate new students to university life and provide essential information for academic success.
• Commencement of Lectures: Lectures for all students begin on February 19, 2025. Timely registration ensures that students can commence their classes without delay.

Registration Process

UMP offers an online registration platform accessible via the iEnabler system. Students can log in using their student number and user pin to complete the registration process. Detailed step-by-step guides are available to assist students through the online registration procedure.

Financial Information

Initial Payment: Before registration, students are required to make an initial payment. For the 2024 academic year, the amount was R5,468. While the exact amount for 2025 has not been specified, students should budget accordingly and ensure payments are made at least 48 hours before registration to allow for financial clearance. Notably, NSFAS-funded students are exempt from this initial payment.

Bank Details:

• • Bank Name: Standard Bank
  • Account Name: University of Mpumalanga – Student Account
  • Account Number: 0326 10688
  • Branch Code: 052852
  • Swift Code: SBZAZAJJ (for international students)
  • Reference: Your student number

Students are advised to use their student number as a reference when making payments to ensure proper allocation of funds.

Contact Information

For any registration-related inquiries, students can reach out via:

• Email: studentapplications@ump.ac.za
• Call Centre: 013 002 0047/50

The university’s official website also provides comprehensive information and updates regarding the registration process.

Additional Considerations

Document Uploads: Ensure all required documents, such as identity documents, academic records, and proof of payment, are uploaded to the student portal under the ‘certificates seen’ section. This facilitates a smoother registration process.

International Students: In addition to the standard requirements, international students must provide certified copies of their passport, a valid study permit, medical aid cover letter, police clearance, SAQA certificate, and proof of initial payment or a confirmation letter from their sponsor. It’s important to note that international students are required to pay 50% of their tuition fees before registration.

Student Housing: Students who have applied for on-campus accommodation will receive communication from the Student Housing department regarding their application status. For more information, contact the Mbombela Campus at 013 002 0023/24/30/32 or the Siyabuswa Campus at 013 002 0813/0868/0871. Alternatively, emails can be sent to Student.housing@ump.ac.za or Mzolisi.Ngcamango@ump.ac.za.

Student Cards: After completing registration, students can obtain their student cards from the Security Service Offices on their respective campuses. A proof of registration will be required to process the student card.

Adhering to these registration dates and guidelines is crucial for a successful start to the 2025 academic year at the University of Mpumal