Nursing at NMU Nelson Mandela University
Nelson Mandela University Nursing Entry Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR CURRENT GRADE 12 LEARNERS
- Minimum statutory NSC requirements for diploma entry must be met.
- Must be registered with the South African Nursing Council as a General Nurse.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WHO MATRICULATED PRIOR TO 2008
Candidates must have full or conditional matriculation exemption, or a senior certificate, school leaving certificate or equivalent qualification. They must be registered with the South African Nursing Council as a registered nurse.
- Below explains how well you will need to do in your school subjects to meet the minimum entry requirements for each type of qualification.
- The university may add additional requirements for specific programmes.
Higher Certificate
Pass NSC with: A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution, together with any other university requirements.
Diploma Pass NSC with: A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution, coupled with an achievement rating of 3 (40–49%) or better in four recognised NSC 20-credit subjects (this excludes LO which is 10-credits), together with any other university requirements.
Bachelors Degree Pass NSC with: A minimum of 30% in the language of learning and teaching of the higher education institution, coupled with an achievement rating of 4 (50–59%) or better in four recognised 20-credit NSC subjects (this excludes LO which is 10-credits), together with any other university requirements.
NMU Nursing Qualification Offered
Undergraduate
Diploma
Dip (Community Nursing Science) (18200) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
Dip (Community Nursing Science) (18200) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
Dip (Nephrology Nursing) (60600) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
Dip (Nursing Administration) (18600) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
Dip (Nursing Administration) (18600) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
Dip (Nursing Education) (18400) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
Dip (Nursing Education) (18400) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
Degree
BCur (17600) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
BCur Extended Program (67600) – EXTENDED PROGRAM
BCur Extended Program (67600) – FULL TIME EXTENDED – MISSIONVALE
Postgraduate
Honours Degree
BCurHons (Advanced General Nursing Sc) (18802) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
BCurHons (Advanced General Nursing Sc) (18802) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
BCurHons (Adv Midwifery & Neonatal N.Sc) (18803) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
BCurHons (Adv Midwifery & Neonatal N.Sc) (18803) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
BCurHons (Advanced Primary Health Care) (18805) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
BCurHons (Advanced Primary Health Care) (18805) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
BCurHons (Adv Psychiatric Nursing Sc) (18804) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
BCurHons (Adv Psychiatric Nursing Sc) (18804) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
Master’s Degree
MCur (Adv Gen Nursing Sci) Coursework (18002) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
MCur (Adv Gen Nursing Sci) Coursework (18002) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
MCur (Adv Midwifery & Neon Nurs Sc) C/W (18003) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
MCur (Adv Midwifery & Neon Nurs Sc) C/W (18003) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
MCur (Adv Nursing Education) Coursework (18006) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
MCur (Adv Nursing Education) Coursework (18006) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
MCur (Adv Primary Health Care) Coursewrk (18005) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
MCur (Adv Primary Health Care) Coursewrk (18005) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
Master of Nursing (65000) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
Master of Nursing (65000) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
Doctoral Degree
PhD (Nursing) (66300) – NORTH CAMPUS , FULL TIME
PhD (Nursing) (66300) – NORTH CAMPUS , PART TIME
Undergraduate Programmes
Masters and Doctoral Programmes
Short Learning Programmes
Nelson Mandela University Online Application
Online Application – Required Documents
Proof of payment of your application fee (International applicants only)
Certified copy of your ID document (ID document compulsory for SA citizens – your application cannot be processed without a certified copy of your ID. If you are still waiting for your ID, submit a certified copy of your birth certificate).
Certified copy of ID of parent / legal guardian / surety (required if you are a dependant, or currently at school or have left school recently and do/will not have permanent employment when applying or studying at the university).
Certified copy of your latest school results e.g. Grade 11 final or Grade 12 June or September results or your final school leaving results – No Grade 12 March results.
Official declaration form signed by your parent / legal guardian / surety if you are a dependent or currently at school or studying at a tertiary institution or have recently left school and do/will not have permanent employment when applying or studying at the university.
Academic record(s) and certificate(s) of conduct from previous institution(s) (if applicable)
Diploma/Degree certificate(s) (if applicable)
Marriage certificate (if applicable)
Certified copy of passport (for international students) / proof of permanent residency (SA ID)
Proof of your current residential / home or postal address if applying for on-campus accommodation.
Completed disability assessments form (if applicable).
Postgraduate application form if you apply for postgraduate studies.
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