Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Western Cape
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 30
- Bachelor of Nursing (ECP) · APS 27
Where to study for Nurse
14 universities offer relevant programmes. Open one to see its full course requirements or calculate your university-specific APS.
Durban University of Technology
KwaZulu-Natal
- Bachelor in Nursing · APS 28
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Eastern Cape
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 370
- Bachelor of Nursing Extended Curriculum · APS 330
North West University
North West
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 25
Stellenbosch University
Western Cape
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 60
Tshwane University of Technology
Gauteng
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 27
University of Fort Hare
Eastern Cape
- Bachelor Of Nursing · APS 28
University of Johannesburg
Gauteng
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 30
University of Kwazulu Natal
KwaZulu-Natal
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 32
University of Limpopo
Limpopo
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 26
University of the Free State
Free State
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 30
University of the Witwatersrand
Gauteng
- Nursing · APS 32
University of Venda
Limpopo
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 360
Walter Sisulu University
Eastern Cape
- Bachelor of Nursing · APS 24
Public nursing colleges, province by province
Every province has a public college of nursing. They teach the three-year Diploma in Nursing, and training is usually free. You apply through the provincial Department of Health, and each one has its own dates. Here is the college for every province, plus the military college. Tap a link to apply or to check this year's dates.
Gauteng
Gauteng College of Nursing (GCON)
Campuses: Ann Latsky, Bonalesedi, Chris Hani Baragwanath, Ga-Rankuwa, Rahima Moosa, SG Lourens
KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal College of Nursing (KZNCN)
Many campuses across KwaZulu-Natal. KZN residents only.
Eastern Cape
Lilitha College of Nursing
Campuses across the Eastern Cape. Apply through the Eastern Cape Department of Health.
North West
Excelsius and Mmabatho Colleges of Nursing
Campuses: Excelsius (Klerksdorp), Mmabatho (Mahikeng)
Apply through the North West Department of Health.
Northern Cape
Henrietta Stockdale Nursing College (HSNC)
In Kimberley. Northern Cape residents only. Apply on the e-services portal.
National (military)
SA Military Health Service (SAMHS) Nursing College
Trains nurses for the defence force. You join the military as well.
Application dates change every year, and most open around the middle of the year. Always open the college link to check this year's dates and rules, and make sure the college is registered with SANC.
Private colleges
Private colleges also offer the Diploma in Nursing. They charge fees, so always check the college is properly registered and its course is accredited before you pay.
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