University of KwaZulu-Natal UKZN Distance Learning
| Applications To The UKZN Open Learning Programmes (The Saturday University) |
• Open Learning is a study programme that combines study materials with tutor support sessions. Study material is given to the student who works at his or her own time and place. Tutor-supported class group sessions are held on Saturdays at regional meeting venues, to provide students with assistance from tutors and to allow them to interact with other course participants. The student can choose a study programme according to individual needs within a tutor-supported framework.
• These class study sessions are scheduled over several Saturdays during each semester at regional centres. This means that even students from rural on numbers, study centres operate in such places as Durban, Empangeni, Ladysmith, Newcastle, Port Shepstone or Pietermaritzburg.
• Please note that these programmes are for practicing teachers and nurses only.
• Applicants to these programmes must complete the UKZN Open Learning application form. Please download an Application form for Admission in Open Learning Programmes
• No application fee is required
• Please contact the Programme Coordinators at the telephone numbers provided below for more information on application procedures and entrance requirements.
| Advanced Certificate In Education |
Values and Human Rights in Education, Information and Communication Technology Integration, School Library Development and Management, Natural Sciences.
Contact: Tel: +27 (0) 33 260 6130 or +27 (0) 31 260 3617
National professional Diploma in Education
Foundation Phase, Intermediate Phase, Senior phase, Vocational Training
Contact Tel: + 27 (0) 33 260 5366 or + 27 (0) 33 260 7602
Bachelor of Nursing Advanced Practice
Contact Tel: + 27 (0) 31 260 2375
Short Courses:
The decentralised programmes offers professional development short courses for registered nurses.
Contect Tel: +27 (0) 31 260 2499
