The Mpumalanga Department of Health has opened applications for admission to the three-year Diploma in Nursing (R.171) at the Mpumalanga College of Nursing for the 2027 intake. The opportunity is aimed at eligible South African citizens who are residents of Mpumalanga Province and are interested in pursuing professional nursing training.
Applicants must meet all compulsory minimum academic, citizenship and age requirements to be considered. The application process is conducted strictly online, and prospective students are advised to use only the official Mpumalanga Department of Health website when submitting applications.
Mpumalanga College of Nursing Diploma in Nursing 2027 Details
The Diploma in Nursing is a three-year nursing programme that combines classroom-based theoretical learning with practical Work Integrated Learning at facilities accredited by the South African Nursing Council (SANC).
The programme is intended for applicants who meet the prescribed academic requirements and can satisfy the inherent requirements associated with nursing duties.
The key details are:
- Programme: Diploma in Nursing (R.171)
- Duration: Three years
- Institution: Mpumalanga College of Nursing
- Intake: 2027
- Location: Mpumalanga Province, South Africa
- Age requirement: 18 to 36 years
- Eligible applicants: South African citizens who are residents of Mpumalanga Province
- Application method: Online only
- Closing date: 2 October 2026
Eligibility and Academic Requirements
Applicants must possess a National Senior Certificate (NSC) with either a Diploma or Degree pass. In addition, applicants must meet the required subject levels.
The compulsory requirements include English at Level 4 or above, while Home Language or any additional language must be at Level 3 or above.
Applicants must also have Life Sciences at Level 4 or above, or Physical Sciences at Level 3 or above. Mathematics must be at Level 3 or above, while Mathematical Literacy must be at Level 5 or above.
Any other subject must be at Level 3 or above, and Life Orientation must be at Level 3 or above.
The applicant’s Admission Point Score (APS) must be at least 23, calculated using the six subjects with the highest levels and excluding Life Orientation.
All qualifications and certificates are subject to verification. Certificates that cannot be registered with the South African Nursing Council, including qualifications such as ABET, will not be considered.
Applicants with disabilities may also be considered, subject to the inherent requirements of nursing duties.
Training and Work Integrated Learning
Successful applicants will undertake both theoretical and practical components of the nursing programme. The training includes lectures designed to provide the required theoretical knowledge, alongside Work Integrated Learning at placement facilities accredited by the South African Nursing Council.
Students who are successfully admitted will also be required to enter into an agreement or contract with the Mpumalanga Department of Health.
Documents Required for Shortlisted Applicants
Applicants who are shortlisted for interviews will be required to provide supporting documentation. This includes the original National Senior Certificate, which will be submitted to UMALUSI for verification.
Shortlisted candidates must also provide a copy of their identity document certified within three months of the application closing date.
A valid proof of residence issued by the relevant Local Municipal Authority or Tribal Authority will also be required.
Applicants should ensure that their documentation is authentic and readily available should they be shortlisted.
How to Apply for the 2027 Nursing Intake
Applications must be submitted online through the official Mpumalanga Department of Health website. No applications delivered physically, submitted by fax or sent by email will be considered.
Prospective applicants should carefully follow the instructions provided in the official nursing admission advert and ensure that their applications are completed before the deadline.
Applicants are strongly advised to verify the advert on the official Mpumalanga Department of Health website because the Department has warned against scams and falsified advertisements.
Application Deadline and Enquiries
The closing date for applications is 2 October 2026. Due to the expected volume of applications, communication will generally be limited to candidates who are considered for selection.
Candidates who have not been contacted by 31 December 2026 should consider their applications unsuccessful.
For enquiries, applicants can contact Mr. BS Mhlongo on 013 796 1828, between 08:00 and 16:00, Monday to Friday. Technical support is available on 013 766 3018.
Important Scam Warning
There are no fees payable by applicants for admission to the Mpumalanga College of Nursing. Applicants should not pay anyone claiming to be able to secure admission.
Anyone soliciting or offering a bribe in exchange for admission is committing a criminal offence and should be reported to the appropriate authorities.
Applicants should rely only on the official Mpumalanga Department of Health website and official admission information when applying.
VISIT OFFICIAL WEBSITE TO APPLY
Eligible applicants should visit the Mpumalanga Department of Health official website, navigate to the vacancies section and locate the official Admission for Training as a General Nurse – Diploma in Nursing (R.171) – 2027 advert.
The application deadline is 2 October 2026, and applicants should complete the online process before the closing date.
