University of Johannesburg Department of Nursing

Department of Nursing

The Department of Nursing Sciences is proud to present the programmes that are described on this website. Our guarantee of academic quality lies in the fact that the academics of the University of Johannesburg constantly develop and upgrade every programme. The Faculty of Health Sciences, School of Nursing Sciences, of which this Department is part, also strives to give excellent service to every student.

The University of Johannesburg would like to make a significant contribution to the development of all South Africans. Research is constantly being carried out into the most suitable mode of presentation for every course. We use multi-mode programme presentation so as to optomise the teaching and learning process in a manner that can be to your advantage. Furthermore, you can rely on a strong system of student support that includes study letters, workshops, contact sessions, phone-in afternoons and technological support.

The Department of Nursing Sciences trusts that your studies will be pleasant and rewarding. Feel free to contact the Department about any aspect of your studies – we will gladly assist you.

Educational Approach

The School of Nursing Sciences at University of Johannesburg follows a multi-modal approach to education to meet the needs of every learner. These modes include:

Weekday lectures
Block System
Web

Accreditation of Programmes

All programmes offered at the School of Nursing Sciences are approved by:

SA Nursing Council
SAQA
HEQC

Entry Requirements

Health Sciences – View the Wits University Revised Health Sciences Admissions Policy
Programme	Minimum Admission Requirements		Selection procedures
	APS	Subjects & achieved scale
Bachelor of Health Sciences BHSc Biomedical Sciences (3 years) Biokinetics) (3 years)Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery MBBCh (6 years)Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy BSc (Physiotherapy) (4 years)Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) (4 years)	The Faculty of Health Sciences does not calculate an APS score. Several criteria are considered for selection (e.g. Academic performance and National Benchmark Tes (NBT) scores). There are two points of entry into the MBBCh degree: 1st year MBBCh for applicants currently completing Matric 3rd year MBBCh (i.e. the Graduate Entry Medical Programme (GEMP) for applicants who have completed a prerequisite degree. Click here for more info.	English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 5 Life Sciences and/or Physical Science – 5	If you are applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, you will not be selected solely on your school leaving results, although they are very important. A composite index is calculated, taking into consideration (1) your academic results for FIVE subjects and (2) National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. Only five subjects are used to derive a matriculation score, which is calculated according to the percentages obtained, NOT symbols. These are English, Mathematics, Physical Science/ Life Sciences and the best two other subjects. (Dentistry requires Physical Science and Life Sciences and the best other subject). ALL applicants (excluding applicants who are applying to the Graduate Entry Medical Programme – GEMP only) are required to write the National Benchmark Test (NBT). GEMP applicants may be invited to the Wits Additional Placement Test (WAPT) and all applicants are advised to prepare in the event that they are invited. For more information on the WAPT please refer to: www.wits.ac.za/health/gemp ALL GEMP applicants who are invited to the WAPT will be expected to complete a Biographical Questionnaire on the day of the test. ALL applicants to BSc (Occupational Therapy) or (Physiotherapy) must spend time observing and/or assisting an Occupational Therapist/Physiotherapist and complete a certificate of attendance.
Bachelor of Dental Science BDS (5 years)		English HL or 1st Add Lang – 5 Mathematics – 5 Life Sciences and Physical Science – 5
Bachelor of Nursing BNurs (4 years)Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy- BSc(OT) (4 years)		English HL or 1st Add Lang – 4 Mathematics – 4 Life Sciences and/or Physical Science – 4
Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice (BCMP) (3 years)Bachelor of Oral Health Sciences (BOHS) (3 years)		English HL or 1st Add Lang – 4 Mathematics – 4 or Mathematical Literacy – 7 Life Sciences and/or Physical Science – 4

Application Process

Your application

You may apply for three programmes (degrees).
Applications to Wits must enclose a non-refundable application fee of R100 (for international applicants, R700).

Documentation / Checklist

Submit your Grade 11 report which must be signed and stamped by your school principal.
If you have already matriculated, attach a copy of your matric certificate.

Submit your application, required documentation and application fee before the closing date.

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