The Gauteng Department of Health invites eligible South African applicants residing in Gauteng Province to apply for the Gauteng College of Nursing Diploma in Nursing Student Nurse Intake for 2027.
Nursing Application Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Study Location: Gauteng College of Nursing campuses, Gauteng, South Africa
Application Method: Online only
About the Gauteng College of Nursing 2027 Intake
The Gauteng College of Nursing is accepting applications for the Diploma in Nursing programme for the 2027 academic year.
Successful applicants will receive theoretical classroom education together with practical clinical training and Work Integrated Learning at Gauteng public hospitals and clinics.
The Diploma in Nursing is intended to prepare students for professional nursing practice and registration with the South African Nursing Council, subject to meeting the applicable professional requirements.
Campuses
Successful applicants may be placed at one of the following Gauteng College of Nursing campuses:
- Ann Latsky Campus
- Chris Hani Baragwanath Campus
- SG Lourens Campus
- Bonalesedi Campus
Campus placement will be determined through the Gauteng Department of Health selection process.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Reside in Gauteng Province.
- Register a profile on the Gauteng Professional Job Centre system.
- Apply online before the closing date.
- Meet the applicable academic requirements.
Applicants may qualify with:
- Senior Certificate.
- National Senior Certificate.
- National Vocational Certificate in Primary Health.
- Current Grade 12 enrolment, provided the required Grade 11 results are achieved.
Academic Requirements: Senior Certificate
Applicants with a Senior Certificate must have:
- English: HG D or SG C.
- Biology: HG D or SG C.
- Mathematics: HG D or SG C.
- M Score of at least 17.
Academic Requirements: National Senior Certificate
Applicants with a National Senior Certificate must have:
- English Level 4.
- Life Sciences Level 4.
- Mathematics Level 4.
Alternatively, applicants may have:
- Mathematical Literacy Level 5.
Applicants must also have an APS of at least 27.
Life Orientation counts as half of its score when calculating the APS.
Academic Requirements: National Vocational Certificate
Applicants with a National Vocational Certificate in Primary Health must obtain at least 50% in the fundamental subjects, including:
- English First Additional Language
- Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
- Life Orientation
Applicants must also achieve at least 60% in the vocational subjects, including:
- South African Health Care System
- Public Health
- The Human Body and Mind
- Community Oriented Primary Care
Current Grade 12 Learners
Current Grade 12 learners may apply using their final Grade 11 results.
The Grade 11 results must already meet the National Senior Certificate admission requirements for the nursing programme.
Personal Attributes and Competencies
Applicants should demonstrate qualities suitable for the nursing profession, including:
- Passion for nursing.
- Compassion and empathy.
- Honesty.
- Patience.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Leadership skills.
- Organisational ability.
- Flexibility.
- Ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Good communication skills.
- Numeracy skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Study skills.
- Ability to work well with people.
Selection Process
Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo further assessments before final admission.
These may include:
- Psychometric assessment.
- Medical surveillance.
- Physical examination.
- Verification of qualifications.
- Verification of supporting documents.
Applicants should note that completing the selection stages does not automatically guarantee admission.
Documents Required
Applicants will be required to upload scanned copies of the qualification documents relevant to their application, such as:
- Senior Certificate.
- National Senior Certificate.
- National Certificate (Vocational).
- Grade 12 statement of results.
- Final Grade 11 results for applicants currently in Grade 12.
Shortlisted applicants will be required to present original supporting documents for verification at the selection centre.
Programme Commitments
Successful applicants will be required to:
- Sign an agreement with the Gauteng Department of Health.
- Attend lectures.
- Participate fully in Work Integrated Learning.
- Complete clinical placements.
- Work in Gauteng public hospitals and clinics.
- Work shifts.
- Work weekends.
- Work public holidays.
- Perform night duty where required.
Clinical training is a compulsory component of the Diploma in Nursing.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online.
Click here to apply for Gauteng College of Nursing Diploma in Nursing Intake 2027
Before submitting your application:
- Register your profile on the Gauteng Professional Job Centre system.
- Complete all required sections.
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Check that your contact information is correct.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
Closing Date: 30 October 2026
Late applications will not be considered.