University of the Free State UFS Nursing Requirements
Nestled within the University of the Free State (UFS), the distinguished Faculty of Health Sciences is a beacon of medical education in South Africa. Within its purview lies the esteemed School of Nursing, now welcoming applicants for the academic year 2024.
Established in 1904, UFS has matured into a venerable institution known for imparting robust education and practical skills. The Faculty of Health Sciences has flourished, encompassing five specialized schools:
- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
- School of Biomedical Sciences
- School of Clinical Medicine
- School of Pathology
- School of Nursing
The School of Nursing, recognized for its pioneering simulation and interactive learning environments, is a leader in the field of nursing education.
Application Timeline Annually, the School of Nursing opens its doors to new candidates until July 31st. This deadline also stands for those seeking admission in 2024.
Eligibility Criteria To embark on the journey of a Bachelor of Nursing, aspirants must meet the following prerequisites:
- Attain an Admission Point Score (APS) of 30.
- Secure at least a 50% average in English.
- Obtain a minimum of 40% in Mathematics or a 70% in Mathematical Literacy.
- Achieve at least 60% in Life Sciences or 50% in Physical Sciences.
Application Process Prospective students can initiate their application online through these steps:
- Access the UFS Application portal.
- Navigate to the base of the ‘Start Application’ page and click on ‘New Application.’
- Progress through the application stages, ensuring that all details are entered correctly before moving to the subsequent section by clicking ‘next.’
- At step four, ‘Study Choices,’ select Bachelor of Nursing as your desired program.
- Continue through each phase until you finalize the process at step nine, ‘Complete.’
After submitting your application, complete with all required information and accompanying documents, you merely need to await the university’s decision. With anticipation and the completion of these steps, your path to a career in nursing through UFS is underway.
