Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostics at Nelson Mandela University

Programme overview

This programme prepares students for the professional field of diagnostic radiography which entails the production of x-ray images of the human body in order to diagnose disease. The theoretical and practical components of the course are covered concurrently. The practical component is undertaken at an accredited training hospital.

Faculty: Health Sciences | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Gqeberha, Eastern Cape, South Africa

What you will study

To develop and prepare diagnostic radiographers with the necessary knowledge, skills, competencies and value systems to: · Competently apply the integration of theoretical principles in practice. · Utilize and apply proven techniques associated with diagnostic radiography. The published curriculum is an NQF Level 8 qualification of 490 credits.

Career pathways

Career fields listed on the page: Radiographer.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 390. ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Minimum NSC statutory requirements for degree entry must be met. An applicant with NSC Grade 12 Mathematics requires a minimum Applicant Score of 390. NSC achievement rating of at least 50% for Mathematics. NSC achievement rating of at least 50% for Physical Sciences. NSC achievement rating of at least 50% for Life Sciences. Admission is subject to Departmental selection. Applicants must also be physically fit. Applicants referred for selection must submit a satisfactory medical report, on the prescribed form, to the Admission Office Opening and closing date for new applications is 1 April - 30 June each year Compliance with the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the Radiography Programme. Places are limited and admission is subject to the Departmental Advisory Committee processes.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Applications for the 2027 academic year opened on 13 April 2026. Applications for MBChB, Bachelor of Nursing, Bachelor of Nursing Extended, BPharm and Bachelor of Radiography (Diagnostic) close on 30 June 2026.

Early applications for 2027 (excluding MBChB, Nursing, BPharm and BRad) close on 03 August 2026; late applications close on 30 September 2026.

International student applications for 2027 (excluding MBChB, BPharm and BRad) close on 30 September 2026. The application fee for international students is R500 per year; online applications by South African applicants carry no application fee.

Student accommodation applications for 2027 close on 30 September 2026.

2026 down-payments before registration: R10 600 full-time (R6 200 part-time) for degrees, postgraduate diplomas, advanced diplomas, Masters and Doctorates; R7 500 full-time (R5 200 part-time) for diplomas and certificates; enrolment fee R1 770. International students pay 100% upfront.

Apply through the official page: https://applyonline.mandela.ac.za

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