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UMP enrolment jumps past 13,000 as demand for higher education surges
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Sunday World
Applicants urged to register online“Based on our enrolment targets, we will increase our student enrolment from 11,885 in 2025 to 13,077 in 2026.
UMP spokesperson Tlangelani Ubisi said the application process was concluded in line with national timelines and enrolment planning frameworks.
“In line with the DHET-approved enrolment plan, UMP has 3,969 spaces available for the undergraduate first-year intake,” he said.
Alongside the enrolment update, UMP issued a firm warning against admission-related fraud, reiterating that access to the institution cannot be bought.
Caption: The University of Mpumalanga has increased it enrolment by more than 1 000 students/Supplied