Colleges and Universities Offering PhD in Nursing in South Africa

  • Course Name: PhD in Nursing(Nursing)
  • Major Subject: Nursing
  • Course Category: Doctorate Courses

PhD in Nursing provides advanced training and knowledge for individuals aspiring to make a significant impact in the field. This rigorous program covers advanced nursing theory, research methodologies and healthcare leadership. Doctoral candidates engage in extensive research projects, contributing to the advancement of nursing practice and policy development.


Graduates of a PhD in Nursing program can pursue various career opportunities including:
1. Nurse researcher
2. Nurse educator
3. Healthcare consultant
4. Clinical nurse specialist
5. Healthcare administrator
6. Policy analyst
7. Nursing professor
8. Public health nurse
9. Nurse executive
10. Advanced practice nurse

Institutions Offering PhD in Nursing

  • University of the Witwatersrand University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg  
    Entry Requirements:
    Doctorate:
    - A masters degree from Wits or another university.
    - A graduate of this or another university who holds a degree in another faculty whose curriculum has ordinarily extended over not less than four academic years of full-time study.
    - A supervisor from the School must be identified and approached prior to application.
    - Additional entry requirements apply.


    Duration: 2 - 4 years

    Study mode: Full-time; Part-time
  • University of Limpopo University of Limpopo, Polokwane  
    Course Entry requirements:
    (a) Applicants must be in possession of one a relevant Masters degree.

    Course Duration:
    (a) Two years minimum
    (b) Four years maximum
  • Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria  
    PhD (Nursing Science)
  • University of Fort Hare University of Fort Hare, Alice  




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