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Doctor of Nursing Science in Community Nursing Science at University of Johannesburg

University of Johannesburg, South Africa

Programme overview

Advanced doctoral programme (code P9N01Q) (NQF 10, 360 credits) that develops critical, analytical, problem-solving and reflective competencies as a nursing specialist, leader and consultant in health services, culminating in an original contribution to nursing knowledge through independent research. Offered full-time or part-time on the Doornfontein campus.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences  |  Department: Department of Nursing  |  Duration: 2 years  |  Intake: Applications open 1 April to 31 October 2026  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Independent doctoral research culminating in a thesis; the programme is research-based.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An appropriate master's degree in Nursing Science/Professional Practice with a minimum of 65% in the completed master's programme. Continued registration depends on satisfactory thesis progress as required by the Faculty Higher Degrees Committee. Registration as a Community Health Nurse with SANC.

Intake: Applications close 31 October 2026

Duration: 2 Years

Apply through the official page: https://www.uj.ac.za/admission-aid/postgraduate/

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