Which courses are available at Nmmu?
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List of Courses Offered at Nelson Mandela University
- Agriculture and Game Management (Port Elizabeth, Addo)
- Agricultural Management (George campus)
- Applied Language Studies.
- Architectural Technology & Interior Design.
- Architecture.
- Art and Design: Introductory Studies.
- Biochemistry and Microbiology.
- Botany.
How many points are needed at NMU?
Learners must score at least 34 points on the university’s SPS rating scale. Matriculation exemption/endorsement. Maths minimum HG=E or SG=C.
Does NMU offer bridging courses?

START A LOWER LEVEL QUALIFICATION AT NMU One excellent way is to use lower level qualifications as a bridging course. Carefully look at the certificate and diploma courses that are associated with the degree you finally want to write.
Is Nmmu a good university?
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University is ranked #1225 in Best Global Universities. Schools are ranked according to their performance across a set of widely accepted indicators of excellence.
Is NBT compulsory at NMU?
The Mandela University uses the National Benchmark Test (NBT) as part of the selection processes for applicants applying with National Certificate (Vocational) [NC(V)] results for undergraduate qualifications. You need to submit your NBT results before your application can be considered.

Does NMU have higher certificate?
APS: 290 with maths, /technical and 305 with maths Lit. HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN MECHATRONICS ENGINEERING. HIGHER CERTIFICATE IN RENEWABLE ENERGY ENGINEERING.
What happens when you fail a module at NMU?
Credits will be obtained for all modules which are passed. Despite this, a student may be refused full time registration in the next year based on poor performance. Specifically, if a student does not pass at least 50% of the required modules for a particular year, he/she will not be allowed to continue studying.
Does Nmmu offer distance learning?
NELSON MANDELA UNIVERSITY is a 100% online initiative, with the purpose to offer online / distance education programs and confer academic and honorary degrees / diplomas legally.
How is NMU calculated?
For applicants with seven Grade 12 NSC subjects, your AS is calculated by adding the percentages for your six 20-credit subjects (Note that the Life Orientation percentage is not included as it is a 10-credit subject). This gives a score out of 600.
Does Higher Certificate qualify for teaching?
If you have enrolled for a Higher Certificate in ABET and you want to become a teacher, you can enrol for a BA and thereafter, a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (Senior and FET Phase).