Bachelor of Nursing Science at University of Pretoria

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Nursing Science programme provides theoretical and clinical training in general nursing and midwifery alongside integrated health leadership education, plus foundational subjects such as anatomy, physiology, psychology, medical terminology, pharmacology and microbiology. It is accredited by the South African Nursing Council.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences | Duration: 4 years, full-time | Intake: Closing dates 30 June 2026 (South Africa and international); 50 first-year students admitted annually, first-choice applicants only. | Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

General nursing and midwifery theory and clinical practice, anatomy, physiology, psychology, medical terminology, pharmacology and microbiology, integrated health leadership in an interdisciplinary context.

Career pathways

General nursing and midwifery.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 28. NSC/IEB: English Home/First Additional Language level 4, Mathematics level 4, Life Sciences level 4; APS of at least 28. Life Orientation excluded from APS. Only 50 first-year places; only first-choice applicants considered.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 73,000 a year (2026). Estimated average 2026 tuition for the 1st year of study for SA and SADC citizens (table row 'BCur (Bachelor of Nursing Science)'); the source states a range of R73,000 to R82,000 for 1st year, the lower figure is shown, and 2nd to later years have separa Source

Intake: Closing dates 30 June 2026 (South Africa and international); 50 first-year students admitted annuall

Duration: 4 years, full-time

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