Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Nursing in South Africa

Master of Nursing program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced nursing practices and leadership skills required to excel in the healthcare sector. Students will delve into specialized areas such as nursing education, advanced clinical practice and healthcare management. This program emphasizes evidence-based practice, research methodology and critical thinking, preparing students for leadership roles in healthcare organizations.

Career Opportunities for Master of Nursing Graduates:
1. Nurse Manager
2. Nurse Educator
3. Clinical Researcher
4. Nurse Consultant
5. Nurse Practitioner
6. Healthcare Administrator
7. Nurse Researcher
8. Public Health Nurse
9. Nurse Informatics Specialist
10. Nurse Policy Analyst

Institutions Offering Master of Nursing

•  University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch  
  1. STRUCTURED OPTION
  Specific admission requirements:
  One of the following qualifications:
  • A four-year undergraduate professional bachelor’s degree in Nursing (NQF level 8);
  • An international equivalent of the four-year professional bachelor’s degree in Nursing, e.g. R174;
  • A four-year basic Diploma in Nursing for students who graduated before the implementation of the HEQSF, with proof of successful completion of appropriate prior learning on NQF 8 or 9 levels that focus especially on preparation of appropriate research skills. Regarding this qualification, your application will be considered by the Committee for
  Postgraduate Teaching of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences according to the Policy on Assessment and Recognition of Prior Learning of the University, and final approval lies with Senate. You must also have at least a oneyear postgraduate tertiary qualification in Nursing;
  • Another qualification deemed adequate by Senate.
  
  Course Duration: 2 years
  
  
  2. THESIS OPTION
  Specific admission requirements:
  One of these:
  • A Bachelor of Nursing Honours degree;
  • A four-year professional bachelor’s degree in Nursing (NQF level 8; credit value 480); or
  • An equivalent qualification as approved by Senate
  
  Course Duration: 1 year
•  University of Limpopo, Polokwane  
  Course Entry Requirements:
  (a) Applicants must be in possession of a 4 year basic degree in Nursing (BNurs) or post
  basic BNurs degree with an Honours degree in nursing (or equivalent);
  (b) Registration with South African Nursing Council as registered Nurse Practitioner.
  
  Course Duration:
  (a) One year minimum
  (b) Three years maximum
  
•  University of the Free State, Bloemfontein  
  

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