University of Johannesburg Department of Nursing
Department of Nursing
The Department of Nursing Sciences is proud to present the programmes that are described on this website. Our guarantee of academic quality lies in the fact that the academics of the University of Johannesburg constantly develop and upgrade every programme. The Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Nursing Sciences, of which this Department is part, also strives to give excellent service to every student.
The University of Johannesburg would like to make a significant contribution to the development of all South Africans. Research is constantly being carried out into the most suitable mode of presentation for every course. We use multi-mode programme presentation so as to optomise the teaching and learning process in a manner that can be to your advantage. Furthermore, you can rely on a strong system of student support that includes study letters, workshops, contact sessions, phone-in afternoons and technological support.
The Department of Nursing Sciences trusts that your studies will be pleasant and rewarding. Feel free to contact the Department about any aspect of your studies – we will gladly assist you.
Educational Approach
The School of Nursing Sciences at University of Johannesburg follows a multi-modal approach to education to meet the needs of every learner. These modes include:
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Weekday lectures
- Block System
- Web
Accreditation of Programmes
All programmes offered at the School of Nursing Sciences are approved by:
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SA Nursing Council
- SAQA
- HEQC
Entry Requirements
| Health Sciences – View the Wits University Revised Health Sciences Admissions Policy | |||
| Programme | Minimum Admission Requirements | Selection procedures | |
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Bachelor of Health Sciences BHSc
Biomedical Sciences (3 years)
Biokinetics) (3 years)Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
MBBCh (6 years)Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy BSc (Physiotherapy) (4 years)Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) (4 years) |
The Faculty of Health Sciences does not calculate an APS score. Several criteria are considered for selection (e.g. Academic performance and National Benchmark Tes (NBT) scores).
There are two points of entry into the MBBCh degree:
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English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 5 Life Sciences and/or Physical Science – 5 |
If you are applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, you will not be selected solely on your school leaving results, although they are very important. A composite index is calculated, taking into consideration
(1) your academic results for FIVE subjects and (2) National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. Only five subjects are used to derive a matriculation score, which is calculated according to the percentages obtained, NOT symbols. These are English, Mathematics, Physical Science/ Life Sciences and the best two other subjects. (Dentistry requires Physical Science and Life Sciences and the best other subject).
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Bachelor of Dental Science
BDS (5 years)
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English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 5 Life Sciences and Physical Science – 5 |
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| Bachelor of Nursing BNurs (4 years)Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy- BSc(OT) (4 years) |
English HL or 1st Add Lang – 4 Mathematics – 4 Life Sciences and/or Physical Science – 4 |
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| Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice (BCMP) (3 years)Bachelor of Oral Health Sciences (BOHS) (3 years) | English HL or 1st Add Lang – 4 Mathematics – 4 or Mathematical Literacy – 7 Life Sciences and/or Physical Science – 4 |
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Application Process
Your application
- You may apply for three programmes (degrees).
- Applications to Wits must enclose a non-refundable application fee of R100 (for international applicants, R700).
Documentation / Checklist
- Submit your Grade 11 report which must be signed and stamped by your school principal.
- If you have already matriculated, attach a copy of your matric certificate.
Submit your application, required documentation and application fee before the closing date.
More about submitting applications
Contact Us
| Ms | Irene Kearns | HoD: Nursing | +27 11 559 6997 | 6104A, John Orr Building DFC |
| Ms | Kelebogile Gwabe | Admin Assistant | +27 11 559 6995 | 6108B, John Orr Building DFC |
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See Also :
Chatsmed Candlelight Nursing School
Hospice Association of Wits Nursing School
Letjhabile LibaleleI Nursing School
Northern Cape Mediclinic Learning Centre
Tshwane Regional Mediclinic Learning Centre- Pretoria
Ukwazi Nursing School Potchefstroom Campus
Ukwazi Nursing School Roodeport Campus
University of Pretoria School of Nursing Science
University of Kwazulu-Natal School of Nursing
University of Western Cape School of Nursing
Durban University of Technology department of Nursing
University of Free State School of Nursing – Eastern Campus
University of Free State School of Nursing – Southern Campus
Academy of nursing Education and Healthcare Training
Bloemfontein Mediclinic Learning Centre
Cape Region Mediclinic Learning Centre
Lilitha College of Nurshing (Main Campus)
All Saints Hospital Nursing School
Andries Vosloo Hospital Nursing School
Butterworth Hospital Nursing School
Dora Nginza Hospital Nursing School
Dr Malizo Mpehle Memorial Hospital Nursing School
Fort Beaufort Hospital Nursing School
Glen Grey Hospital Nursing School
Madwaleni Hospital Nursing School
Madzikane KaZulu Memorial Hospital Nursing School
Midlands Hospital Nursing School
