Gauteng College of Nursing Intake 2027: Diploma in Nursing Applications Now Open
The Gauteng College of Nursing Intake 2027 is officially open, giving qualifying South African students an opportunity to apply for the Diploma in Nursing programme for the 2027 academic year.
If you are passionate about healthcare and dream of becoming a professional nurse, this could be an important opportunity to begin your nursing career. Applications are open to qualifying South African citizens who reside in Gauteng Province, and the entire application process must be completed online.
The closing date for Gauteng College of Nursing applications is 26 September 2026.
Gauteng College of Nursing Intake 2027 Overview
- Institution: Gauteng College of Nursing
- Programme: Diploma in Nursing
- Academic Year: 2027
- Province: Gauteng
- Application Method: Online
- Citizenship: South African citizens
- Residence Requirement: Applicants must reside in Gauteng
- Closing Date: 26 September 2026
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications early rather than waiting until the closing date.
Gauteng College of Nursing Campuses
Successful applicants may be placed at one of the Gauteng College of Nursing campuses, including:
- Ann Latsky Campus
- Chris Hani Baragwanath Campus
- SG Lourens Campus
- Bonalesedi Campus
Final campus placement will depend on the College’s selection and placement process.
Who Can Apply for Gauteng College of Nursing Intake 2027?
Applicants must meet the required academic criteria and must:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Reside in Gauteng Province.
- Meet the relevant school subject requirements.
- Complete the application online.
- Upload the required academic documents.
- Submit their application before the closing date.
Applicants may qualify using a:
- Senior Certificate;
- National Senior Certificate;
- National Certificate Vocational in Primary Health; or
- Grade 11 results if they are currently completing Grade 12 and meet the required criteria.
National Senior Certificate Requirements
Applicants applying with a National Senior Certificate (NSC) should have:
- English – Level 4
- Life Sciences – Level 4
- Mathematics – Level 4
OR
- Mathematical Literacy – Level 5
Applicants must also achieve an APS score of at least 27.
Life Orientation counts as half of its score when calculating the APS.
Senior Certificate Requirements
Applicants with an older Senior Certificate should have:
- English HG D or SG C
- Biology HG D or SG C
- Mathematics HG D or SG C
- Minimum M-score of 17
Applicants should carefully check that their school-leaving certificate reflects the required subjects and results.
NCV Primary Health Requirements
Applicants with a National Certificate Vocational in Primary Health should obtain at least 50% in the Fundamental Subjects, including:
- English First Additional Language
- Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy
- Life Orientation
Applicants should also obtain at least 60% in the relevant Vocational Subjects, including:
- South African Health Care System
- Public Health
- The Human Body and Mind
- Community Oriented Primary Care
Can Current Grade 12 Learners Apply?
Yes.
Current Grade 12 learners may apply using their final Grade 11 results, provided they already meet the required academic standards.
Their Grade 11 results should generally demonstrate:
- English Level 4
- Life Sciences Level 4
- Mathematics Level 4 or Mathematical Literacy Level 5
- Minimum APS of 27
Applicants will still need to meet the final admission requirements after completing Grade 12.
Personal Skills and Qualities Needed for Nursing
Nursing requires more than good academic results. Applicants should also have qualities that will help them work effectively with patients, healthcare professionals and communities.
Important qualities include:
- Passion for nursing
- Compassion and caring behaviour
- Good communication skills
- Problem-solving ability
- Patience
- Organisational skills
- Leadership potential
- Flexibility
- Ability to remain calm during emergencies
- Numeracy skills
- Computer literacy
- Good study skills
- Honesty
- Ability to work well with people
Successful nursing students should be prepared for a demanding programme that combines classroom learning with practical clinical training.
Documents Required for the Gauteng Nursing Application
Applicants must prepare and upload the appropriate academic documentation when completing their online application.
Depending on your current qualification or school status, documents 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 who progress to later stages of the selection process may be required to provide original or certified supporting documents at a designated selection centre.
How to Apply for Gauteng College of Nursing Intake 2027
Applications for the 2027 Gauteng College of Nursing Diploma in Nursing must be completed through the official Gauteng Nursing Intake online application system.
Applicants should:
- Visit the official Gauteng Nursing Intake application portal.
- Register a new applicant profile.
- Sign in using your registered details.
- Complete all required personal information.
- Enter your academic information accurately.
- Select the Diploma in Nursing programme for the 2027 intake.
- Upload the required academic results or supporting documents.
- Check that all the information supplied is correct.
- Submit your application.
- Make sure the application is submitted before 26 September 2026.
Important
Applications are online only.
Applications submitted through the following methods will not be accepted:
- Hand delivery
Late applications will also not be accepted.
Psychometric Assessment
Applicants who are shortlisted will be required to complete a compulsory psychometric assessment as part of the selection process.
Being invited for or successfully completing the psychometric assessment does not automatically guarantee admission into the nursing programme.
Applicants must still complete the remaining stages of the selection process.
Medical Assessment and Document Verification
Candidates who successfully progress through the psychometric assessment stage may be required to undergo medical surveillance.
This may include:
- Physical examination
- Verification of supporting documents
- Other medical assessments required for participation in nursing training
Final admission will depend on successfully completing all required selection stages.
Work Integrated Learning and Clinical Training
Successful students must participate in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) as part of their Diploma in Nursing programme.
Clinical training may take place at Gauteng Department of Health hospitals and clinics.
Students must therefore be prepared to participate in practical training that may include:
- Day shifts
- Night shifts
- Weekends
- Public holidays
Clinical placement is an important and compulsory part of nursing education because it allows students to gain practical experience in real healthcare environments.
Agreement With the Gauteng Department of Health
Successful applicants will be required to enter into an agreement with the Gauteng Department of Health.
Students will be expected to:
- Attend lectures.
- Complete required academic activities.
- Participate in Work Integrated Learning.
- Attend clinical placements.
- Work required shifts during clinical training.
- Meet the academic and practical requirements of the programme.
Gauteng College of Nursing Application Closing Date
The closing date for the Gauteng College of Nursing Diploma in Nursing Intake 2027 is:
26 September 2026
Applicants should avoid waiting until the final day to apply. Applying early gives you time to correct mistakes, upload documents and resolve possible technical problems before applications close.
What Happens After You Apply?
Applications will undergo a selection process that may include:
- Academic screening
- Psychometric assessment
- Document verification
- Medical surveillance
- Final selection and placement
Applicants who do not receive feedback within approximately three months after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Application Checklist
Before submitting your Gauteng College of Nursing application, make sure that:
- You are a South African citizen.
- You currently reside in Gauteng.
- You meet the academic requirements.
- You meet the minimum APS requirement where applicable.
- Your school results are available for uploading.
- Your personal and contact information is correct.
- You have registered on the online application system.
- You have uploaded the correct academic documents.
- You understand that shortlisted applicants may undergo psychometric testing.
- You are prepared for clinical training and shift work.
- You submit the application before 26 September 2026.
Final Advice for Applicants
The Gauteng College of Nursing Intake 2027 provides an opportunity for qualifying Gauteng residents who want to build a career in nursing and healthcare.
Competition for nursing programmes can be high, so applicants should carefully check their academic results before applying and make sure every section of the online application is completed correctly.
Do not submit false or inaccurate information, and do not wait until the last minute to upload your documents.
If nursing is the career you want to pursue and you meet the requirements, prepare your documents and submit your Gauteng College of Nursing 2027 application before 26 September 2026.
