Gauteng College of Nursing invites qualifying South African applicants residing in Gauteng to apply for the Diploma in Nursing intake for the 2027 academic year.
Nursing Application Closing Date: 26 September 2026
Nursing Programme Location: Gauteng College of Nursing campuses, Gauteng, South Africa
Gauteng College of Nursing Intake 2027
Applications are open for students who want to study towards a Diploma in Nursing in 2027 through the Gauteng College of Nursing.
Successful applicants may be placed at one of four Gauteng College of Nursing campuses.
Applicants must meet the prescribed academic requirements, reside in Gauteng and complete the entire application online before the deadline.
Available Gauteng College of Nursing Campuses
Applicants may study at one of the following campuses:
- Ann Latsky Campus
- Chris Hani Baragwanath Campus
- SG Lourens Campus
- Bonalesedi Campus
Final placement will be subject to the Gauteng College of Nursing’s selection and placement processes.
Nursing Programme Overview
Institution: Gauteng College of Nursing
Programme: Diploma in Nursing
Academic year: 2027
Province: Gauteng
Application method: Online only
Citizenship requirement: South African citizen
Residence requirement: Must reside in Gauteng Province
Closing date: 26 September 2026
Application portal: Gauteng Nursing Intake online system
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be South African citizens.
- Reside in Gauteng Province.
- Meet the required academic criteria.
- Complete an online application.
- Upload the required academic documents.
- Submit the application on or before 26 September 2026.
Applicants may apply if they have one of the following:
- Senior Certificate
- National Senior Certificate
- National Certificate Vocational in Primary Health
- Current Grade 12 status, provided the required Grade 11 results are achieved
Senior Certificate Requirements
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
- An M score of at least 17
Applicants should ensure that their school-leaving certificate clearly reflects these subjects and results.
National Senior Certificate Requirements
Applicants with a National Senior Certificate must have:
- English at Level 4
- Life Sciences at Level 4
- Mathematics at Level 4; or
- Mathematical Literacy at Level 5
- An APS of at least 27
Life Orientation counts as half of its score when calculating the APS.
National Certificate Vocational Requirements
Applicants with a National Certificate Vocational in Primary Health must achieve:
At least 50% in the Fundamental Subjects:
- English First Additional Language
- Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
- Life Orientation
They must also achieve:
At least 60% in the Vocational Subjects:
- South African Health Care System
- Public Health
- The Human Body and Mind
- Community Oriented Primary Care
Requirements for Current Grade 12 Learners
Current Grade 12 learners may apply using their final Grade 11 results.
They must already meet the National Senior Certificate subject requirements based on those Grade 11 results.
They should therefore have results equivalent to:
- English Level 4
- Life Sciences Level 4
- Mathematics Level 4 or Mathematical Literacy Level 5
- APS of at least 27
Required Competencies and Personal Attributes
Applicants should demonstrate:
- Passion for nursing.
- Problem-solving ability.
- Patience.
- Ability to relate well to people.
- Organisational ability.
- Leadership potential.
- Flexibility.
- Ability to remain calm during a crisis.
- Communication skills.
- Numeracy skills.
- Life skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Study skills.
- Honesty.
- Compassion.
- Caring behaviour.
Nursing requires both academic ability and the personal qualities needed to care for patients professionally.
Required Application Documents
Applicants must scan and upload the appropriate academic document when applying.
This may include:
- Senior Certificate.
- National Senior Certificate.
- National Certificate Vocational.
- Statement of Grade 12 results.
- Final Grade 11 results for current Grade 12 learners.
Applicants shortlisted for further selection may be required to take supporting documents to the designated selection centre.
How to Apply for Gauteng College of Nursing Intake 2027
Applications must be submitted online through the Gauteng Nursing Intake portal.
Click here to apply for Gauteng College of Nursing Intake 2027
Applicants must first register a profile on the system before they can submit an application.
Online Application Process
Applicants should:
- Open the Gauteng Nursing Intake application portal.
- Register a new applicant profile.
- Sign in using the registered details.
- Complete all compulsory personal information.
- Enter accurate academic information.
- Select the Diploma in Nursing intake for 2027.
- Upload the required school or academic results.
- Review the application carefully.
- Ensure all information is correct.
- Submit the application before 26 September 2026.
Applications Not Accepted
Applications will not be accepted by:
- Hand delivery
All applications must be completed through the official online application system.
Late applications will also not be accepted.
Psychometric Assessment
All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete a compulsory psychometric assessment.
This forms part of the selection process.
Successfully completing the psychometric assessment does not automatically guarantee admission to the nursing programme.
Medical Surveillance
Applicants who successfully complete the psychometric assessment will be required to undergo medical surveillance.
This includes:
- A physical examination.
- Verification of supporting documents.
- Other medical assessments required for participation in the nursing programme.
Final selection remains subject to successful completion of all recruitment and selection stages.
Work Integrated Learning Requirements
Successful applicants must be prepared to participate in Work Integrated Learning as part of the nursing programme.
This may require working:
- Day shifts.
- Night shifts.
- Weekends.
- Public holidays.
Clinical learning will take place in Gauteng Department of Health hospitals and clinics.
Applicants should understand that practical clinical placement is a compulsory component of nursing education.
Agreement with Gauteng Department of Health
Successful applicants will be required to sign an agreement with the Gauteng Department of Health.
They must also:
- Attend lectures.
- Complete prescribed academic activities.
- Participate in Work Integrated Learning.
- Attend clinical placements.
- Work the required shifts during practical training.
- Meet all programme requirements.
Nursing Application Closing Date
Applications close on:
26 September 2026
No late applications will be accepted.
Applicants should register their profiles and submit all required information well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical problems.
Important Application Conditions
Applicants should note that:
- They must be South African citizens.
- They must reside in Gauteng.
- Academic requirements must be met before applying.
- Applications are online only.
- Supporting academic documents must be uploaded.
- Hand-delivered applications will not be accepted.
- Emailed applications will not be accepted.
- Shortlisted candidates must undergo psychometric testing.
- Successful psychometric candidates must undergo medical surveillance.
- Completing every selection stage does not guarantee final admission.
- Successful students must participate in clinical Work Integrated Learning.
Application Outcome
Applicants who do not receive feedback within three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
The selection process may include academic screening, psychometric assessment, document verification and medical surveillance.
Application Checklist
Before applying, confirm that:
- You are a South African citizen.
- You reside in Gauteng Province.
- You meet the required school subject criteria.
- Your APS meets the minimum requirement where applicable.
- Your academic results are ready to upload.
- You have registered a profile on the application portal.
- Your contact information is correct.
- You have uploaded the appropriate academic document.
- You understand that psychometric testing is compulsory if shortlisted.
- You are willing to participate in clinical shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays.
- You submit your online application by 26 September 2026.