Introduction to the University of Mpumalanga in South Africa:

Introduction: Located in the Mpumalanga Province of South Africa, it is the first university in the province and a comprehensive development university committed to providing quality education and research opportunities.

History and establishment: Its history can be traced back to 1996, when the University Education Commission and the University Polytechnic Education Cooperation Commission merged and were ordered to establish a university in the province. In 2006, the Mpumalanga National Institute of Higher Education was established to coordinate higher education in the province. The establishment of the University of Mpumalanga was promoted by the decision of the National Council of the African National Congress in 2010 to establish two new universities. In July 2013, South African President Jacob Zuma announced the name of the new university as the University of Mpumalanga and announced the list of interim board members. On August 22, 2013, it was officially and legally promulgated through a government notice, and the launch ceremony was held on October 31, 2013. The first batch of 169 students was welcomed in February 2014.

Institutional nature: public university.

Educational philosophy: Through high-quality courses and extracurricular activities, provide students with life-changing experiences, promote the principles of excellence and academic integrity, enable students to fully develop their potential in all aspects such as cognition, society, aesthetics and personal, pursue democratic citizenship, and create positive learning experiences and outcomes for students.

School strength: It has a professional faculty team. With continuous development, the level of teaching and research has gradually improved. Cooperate with local, domestic and international strategic partners to provide students with practical opportunities and a broad development platform. Focus on the combination of practice and theory, and the curriculum is closely linked to the needs of local economic and social development. Graduates have certain competitiveness in related fields.

Key disciplines: It has strong strengths and characteristics in the fields of agriculture, environmental science, development research, and education. For example, the agricultural major focuses on cultivating students' abilities in agricultural extension and rural resource management to meet the talent needs of local agricultural development.

Faculty: The school has several colleges and offers a variety of degree programs, including undergraduate programs such as Bachelor of Development Studies, Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Environmental Science, as well as specialist and advanced specialist programs in fields such as agriculture and information technology, and postgraduate programs such as Master of Development Studies.

Ranking: As a relatively new university, its comprehensive ranking in the international arena is not outstanding, but in South Africa, its disciplinary influence in fields such as agriculture and education is gradually increasing.

Cost: Tuition fees vary depending on the course, and the school provides scholarships and financial assistance to eligible students.

Campus environment: It has modern facilities, including libraries, laboratories, student dormitories and sports facilities. Campus life is rich and colorful, with various clubs and societies, and the school also organizes various activities. The school has two campuses in Mbombela and Siabuswa, with beautiful campus environments, providing students with a good learning and living environment.