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Study Nursing in South Africa

Nursing degrees combine clinical practice with health and life sciences, preparing for professional care in hospitals, community health, specialised nursing and nursing management.

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    One year Midwifery course

    Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital Nursing College 🇿🇦 PO Bertsham Johannesburg, South Africa, South Africa

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    Advanced Diploma in Midwifery

    Keobakile Nursing Academy 🇿🇦 Rustenburg, South Africa

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  3. Other programmes

    BCurHons (Adv Midwifery & Neonatal N.Sc)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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    MCur (Adv Midwifery & Neon Nurs Sc) C/W

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

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Study Nursing in South Africa – facts and figures

In South Africa, 3 universities and colleges offer 4 Nursing programmes: 0 Bachelor, 0 Master and 0 PhD programmes. Popular study locations are Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, PO Bertsham Johannesburg, South Africa and Rustenburg. Institutions with the widest choice: Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU), Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital Nursing College and Keobakile Nursing Academy.

Degrees in Nursing

Bachelor

The first university degree, usually three to four years of full-time study. A Bachelor in Nursing builds the foundations of the field and qualifies for professional work or a Master programme.

Master

A postgraduate degree of one to two years that deepens or specialises your knowledge of Nursing, often with a research project or thesis – and the usual entry ticket to a doctorate.

PhD / Doctorate

The highest academic degree, earned through several years of independent research and a dissertation. Doctoral candidates often work as research or teaching staff at their university.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study Nursing programmes?

The directory lists 4 Nursing programmes at 3 institutions in South Africa. Popular cities include Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, PO Bertsham Johannesburg, South Africa and Rustenburg.

How long does it take to study Nursing?

A Bachelor usually takes 3 to 4 years, a Master 1 to 2 years and a PhD 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Exact durations differ by country and institution.

Which universities offer the most Nursing programmes in South Africa?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU), Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital Nursing College and Keobakile Nursing Academy.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

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