The Bachelor of Nursing at Wits is a four-year professional degree preparing students for comprehensive nursing practice across all healthcare settings. All applicants must write the National Benchmark Tests. Nursing is South Africa's largest health profession, and Wits-trained nurses develop clinical skills, critical thinking, and leadership qualities through integrated academic study and extensive clinical placements at major Johannesburg hospitals. The degree equips graduates for general, psychiatric, community, and primary healthcare nursing, with registration with the South African Nursing Council (SANC). Advanced practice opportunities exist through postgraduate study in specialist areas including intensive care, midwifery, and paediatric nursing.
English Home Language or English First Additional Language: Level 4
Mathematics: Level 4
Life Sciences or Physical Sciences: Level 4
APS: 36 (composite index)
