Application is received six months before commencement of programme. Application forms should be returned with:-
2 certified copies of identity document
2 certified copies of Grade 12 certificate
Certified copy of a testimonial from School or Minister of Religion.
1 passport size photo
N.B. Grade 12 Certificate will be sent to Umalusi for verification. The student will be dismissed instantly if the certificate is found to be fraudulent.
Contact Details
Residential Address 202 Peter Kerchoff Street Pietermaritzburg 3201
Postal Address Post Net Suite 24 Private Bag X 9005 Pietermaritzburg 3200
UNISA Short Course in Basic Communication Skills in Tsonga
Short Course in Basic Communication Skills in Tsonga (7280X)Purpose
To empower adult speakers for whom the specific African language is not the first language through basic theoretical and practical language training relevant to their background, so that they can use their communication skills in a social context or gain access to higher education and training, and can develop as multilingual South Africans
Target group
Any adult speaker for whom the specific African language is not the first language Duration
Three months Language medium
English and Tsonga Registration periods
Semester registration dates (when 10 or more students registered for class)
Tuition method
Class attendance and CD’s Kind of assessment
Note: Formative assessment and examination admission will comply with UNISA’s formative assessment rules and policies Formative assessment: Activities, assignments and short tests provide formative assessment in that they are part of the short course and lead students through a series of activities in which they apply the skills that they are learning. Students have to perform certain communicative activities that form part of each lesson, and complete tasks that accompany the lessons. In this manner the material that they have studied is properly revised. Summative assessment: The examination will require students to apply their basic linguistic knowledge of the African language and its vocabulary in order to communicate in a social multilingual context. Apart from regular activities, there will be a test in the middle of the course which will count 20% towards the final examination. The pass mark is 50%. The examination will be conducted orally in May or October, counting 80% towards the final mark. The sub-minimum for the examination is 40%, under which the year mark does not count. A distinction is 75%. Basic Communication Skills in Tsonga (CTSO01C)Syllabus/Content Topics
General Language Introduction In the introduction students will be guided in revising general grammatical knowledge. This knowledge was already obtained in their first language up to NQF-level 4. The grammatical function of basic parts of speech such as nouns and verbs will be explained in a simple manner by means of handy communicative phrases, some of which are used in the media. It should be mastered during the first two lessons. Topics After an introduction to the African languages, the lessons will be based on the following topics: Lesson 1: Greetings (Greetings and Personal Information; cultural background) Lesson 2: My family (Identifying copula for persons – building vocabulary, cultural information on African families) Lesson 3:The body (Identifying copula for objects – building vocabulary, relevant cultural information) Lesson 4: At the garage (Requests – building vocabulary; cultural background) Lesson 5: Transport (Interrogatives; instrumental prefix; locatives, African culture) Lesson 6: At the restaurant (Polite requests; present tense; positive/negative; African cultural background) Lesson 7: At the store (Locatives; building vocabulary, African culture) Lesson 8: What is the weather like today? (Days of the week; seasons; time words, African culture.) Lesson 9: African funerals (Culture exploration; present and past tense) Lesson 10: At the party (Personal information; counting words; building vocabulary, African culture) Vocabulary The following situations areas will determine the vocabulary used: My home, family; body parts, clothing, transport and the weather; social activities: going to the garage, store, restaurant, funeral, party Course leader
Prof D S (Sekepe) Matjila DLitt et Phil Centre for Pan African Languages and Cultural Development Office 7-057, Theo van Wijk Building, UNISA Tel: 012 429 8097 Tel: 012 429 8247 Fax: 012 352 8288 E-mail: matjids@unisa.ac.za Programme administrator(s)
Prof D S (Sekepe) Matjila DLitt et Phil Centre for Pan African Languages and Cultural Development Office 7-057, Theo van Wijk Building, UNISA Tel: 012 429 8097 Tel: 012 429 8247 Fax: 012 352 8288 E-mail: matjids@unisa.ac.za
Details Of University of the Free State Brochure 2026/2027
The University of the Free State Brochure 2026/2027 is available for Download
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There are three Nursing Programmes offered at the Vaal University of Technology under the prescripts of the South African Nursing Council regulations under Act 33 of 2005.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME
1.1 BACHELOR OF NURSING R425: NURSING (General, Community, and Psychiatry) and Midwifery.
NB!! This is an undergraduate programme for students with matric and the following subjects as listed below
NSC ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
SUBJECT
LEVEL
Mathematics
4
Life Orientation
4
Life Science
4
English
4
Physical Science
4
Any other two subjects
2 x 3 = 6 e.g. History, Geography
Minimum points for admission
26
OR
SUBJECT
LEVEL
Mathematics
D ( HG ) C ( SG )
Biology
D ( HG ) C ( SG )
Physical Science
D ( HG ) C ( SG )
English
D ( HG ) C ( SG )
Any other two
3 X 3 = 9 e.g. History, Geography
Minimum points for admission
25
Note: F = 30 – 39% E = 40 – 49% D = 50 – 59% C = 60 – 69% B = 70 – 79% A = 80 – 89%
DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME
Four years of full time study at Vaal University of Technology.
Clinical learning is achieved by placement in health care facilities accredited by the South African Nursing Council, for General Nursing, Community Health, Psychiatry and Midwifery.
Membership to the South African Nursing Council is mandatory and proof of indemnity is required for all nursing students.
What are the functions of a registered nurse with General Nursing, Community Health, Psychiatry and Midwifery?
To render a professional service based on the knowledge, skills, professional thinking, behaviour and attitudes to pursue their profession as nurses: general, community health psychiatry and midwifery/maternity care, at preventative, promotive, curative and rehabilitative levels. The nursing care is rendered independently, interdependently and dependently for patients/clients in health care settings at District, National and International levels.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
There is a great demand of registered nurses worldwide. Registered nurses assist in relieving workload in most health care settings at hospitals, as well as in the communities. They are also instrumental in managing psychiatric condition, in all mental health settings, including specialized care. Other career opportunities include Primary Health Care provision, Maternity, Health Service Management. Nursing specialities courses like Operating Theatre Technique, Intensive Care, Oncology, Advanced Community Nursing, Nursing/Health Service Education, Emergency Nursing and Nurse Researcher can be pursued after programme completion.
POST GRADUATE PROGRAMMES
2.1 NATIONAL HIGHER DIPLOMA COMMUNITY NURSING AND B TECH COMMUNITY NURSING
NB!!! These postgraduate programmes are offered to Professional Nurses who meet the below mentioned criteria for admission
NATIONAL HIGHER DIPLOMA
BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE
Matric Certificate/STD 10
Matric Certificate/STD 10
Diploma in General Nursing
Diploma in General Nursing, Diploma in Midwifery/Psychiatry and Diploma in Community Nursing OR
Diploma in Midwifery or Diploma in Psychiatry
Diploma in Nursing (General, Community Health and Psychiatry) and Midwifery
An average of 60% is required in General Nursing, Midwifery/Psychiatry and Community Nursing to enter the Baccalaureus Technologiae
DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME
Two years of part time study at Vaal University of Technology and placement in health care facilities for Community Nursing and Nursing Administration practical.
What are the functions of a Community Nurse specialist?
Rendering nursing care to clients at community base level, preventative, promotive, curative and rehabilitative care. Conducting family visits, school visits, occupational health visits and manages community health facilities and staff.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
There is a great demand of registered nurses with Community Nursing and Nursing Administration as additional qualifications. Registered nurses with this qualification are the backbone of relieving the workload at clinics/community health centres as clients/patients are assisted before being referred to hospitals, they also render continuous care to patients after discharge from hospitals.
National Higher Diploma: Community Nursing
Two years part-time.
What are the function of Community Nurse?
Conducting family visits, school visits occupational health setting visits e Liaise with nursing administrators.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities include Primary Healthcare Provider, Community Healthcare Provider, Health Service Provider / Managers, Nurse Research and Community Development Coordinator/ Consultant.
Curriculum
Complete 320 hours in a comprehensive local health service clinic / health centre inclusive of-
Conducting a family study and do a home visit;
Attend a school of health service;
Visit an occupational health setting;
Complete a physical health assessment under the guidance of a mentor / preceptors assigned by the VUT in conjunction with the Health Directorate.
Articulation Options
Baccalaureus Technological: Community Nursing
Admission Requirements:
NHD: Community Nursing
Duration :
This is one year full-time or two years part-time course.
Vaal University of Technology Nursing Application
Applicants can apply using the application form or apply online. First you have to make sure that you meet the admission requirements of the programme of your choice.
Note that some programmes may not be available at some campuses, so check availability first before you apply.
NB: In the case of applications submitted by mail, payments will be accepted by bank deposit only. Use your ID number as the reference. Postal orders or bank guaranteed cheques must be made out to the Vaal University of Technology. No cash should accompany your application form.
The fee changes annually so please consult the admissions office +27 (0)16 950 9356 to determine the correct amount.
Banking details
ABSA Bank Account Number: 530 861 945 Branch Code: 632005
Midrand Graduate Institute Online Application For Admission
Applications are still open! Inquire now about our degree courses and qualifications and let’s help you kick-start your journey to the real world! Apply early and secure fees in 2026! Inquire more at info@mgi.ac.za or +27 11 690 1700/33.
At MGI we pride ourselves on offering an education that helps every student become real world ready, that’s why we will be awarding one Pearson Scholarship to a student that enrolls for one of our Mid-Year intake programmes in 2016. This is an incentive to ensure you maintain your academic performance because we know that you have what it takes to succeed. Take up the challenge and continue your journey to success, all you need to do is tell us why you deserve to be awarded the Pearson scholarship.
What you need to apply for the Pearson Scholarship?
Copy of Matric Results
Copy of ID
Filled in MGI Application Form and paid the registration fee