Nursing programs in South Africa

Considering South Africa? There are nursing programs to weigh up — compare fees, entry requirements and start dates before you apply.

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What degree levels can I study in South Africa?

Programs in South Africa are offered at these levels: Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, Honours Degree, Master's Degree, Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, Master of Business Administration, Doctorate. Pick a level from the browse links or the sidebar to see only those programs.

Which fields of study can I browse in South Africa?

Fields such as Business & Management, Law, Social Sciences & Education each have their own browsable page for South Africa. Every curated field lists all matching programs with duration, tuition and intake details.

How much does it cost to study in South Africa?

Tuition varies widely by institution and degree level. Listings show local and international tuition where published — use the International Tuition filter to keep programs within your budget, and confirm current fees on each program's official page.

How do I choose the right program?

Start from the degree level you are aiming for, then narrow by field of study, language of instruction and duration. Open the details of your shortlisted programs to compare tuition, entry requirements and intake dates side by side.

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Higher Certificate in Nursing

University of the Western Cape World rank #1,519

Bellville, Western Cape, South Africa

uwc.ac.za University website (opens in a new tab)

Degree: Certificate

Field: Nursing

Nursing programs in South Africa

Frequently Asked Questions

What degree levels can I study in South Africa?

Which fields of study can I browse in South Africa?

How much does it cost to study in South Africa?

How do I choose the right program?

Higher Certificate in Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Adult Critical Care Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Emergency Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Management

Postgraduate Diploma in Perioperative Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Primary Care Nursing

Bachelor of Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education

Postgraduate Diploma in Adult Critical Care Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Perioperative Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Higher Certificate in Auxiliary Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Adult Critical Care Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Emergency Nursing

Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing

Bachelor of Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Higher Certificate in Nursing

Master of Nursing Science

Postgraduate Diploma in Adult Critical Care Nursing

Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing Education

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