Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Tanzania

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc Nursing) in Tanzania is a comprehensive, typically four-year degree program designed to provide students with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to excel in the nursing career. This program combines rigorous academic coursework in areas such as anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and nursing ethics with extensive clinical practice. Graduates are equipped to provide high-quality patient care, advocate for patients, collaborate with other health professionals, and lead in healthcare settings. The program as well prepares students for advanced nursing roles and graduate study.

Possible Career Opportunities for Graduates:

Registered Nurse
Nurse Educator
Nurse Manager
Public Health Nurse
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Nurse Researcher
Nurse Consultant
Nurse Administrator
Occupational Health Nurse
Nurse Midwife
Nurse Anesthetist
Nurse Informaticist

Institutions Offering Bachelor of Science in Nursing

•  Hubert Kairuki Memorial University, Dar es Salaam  
  1. Pre-service
  Duration: 4 Years
  
  Minimum entry requirements:
  a. Direct entry
  Holders of Advanced Certificate in Secondary Education (ACSEE) with 3 principal passes in Chemistry, Biology and either Physics or Mathematics or Nutrition, C - Chemistry, and at least D - Biology and E - Physics / Mathematics / Nutrition.
  b. Equivalent qualifications
  Holders of Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) with 5 passes in Chemistry and Biology and Physics PLUS Diploma in Nursing with an average of B+ or GPA of 3.5.
  Holders of BSc degree (Lower second or above) majoring in Physics/Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology/Zoology
  
  2. In-service
  Duration: 3 Years
  
  Minimum entry requirements:
  - Applicants must have completed a Diploma in Nursing with second class OR B average pass, PLUS D passes or higher in 5 subjects at O level: the subject must include the following science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PLUS at least two years working experience .
•  Aga Khan University, Dar es Salaam  
  Duration: 2 and a half years
  
  Minimum entry requirements:
  This course is offered to registered nurses who have a:
  • Form IV level of education with a minimum aggregate score of Division IV in the Certificate of Secondary Education Examination.
  • Five passes at O-level Secondary Education including English, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
  • Diploma in Nursing and Midwifery with a minimum grade of B+ (B plus) or second-class standing awarded by an Institution accredited by the National Council of Technical Education (NACTE) or its equivalent.
  • A certificate with Award Verification Number (AVN) provided by National Council of Technical Education (NACTE).
  • Current license and registration with either Tanzania or Zanzibar Nurses and Midwives Council.
  • A minimum of two years of experience in a clinical care setting as a Registered Nurse/Midwife.
  • Be a Registered Nurse with a midwifery/psychiatry qualification.
•  International Medical and Technological University, Dar es Salaam  
  Duration: 4 years
  
  Tuition fees:
  1. Semester 1-4 = TShs. 2,000,000/- per semester
  2. Semester 5-8 = Tshs. 2,125,000/- per semester
  
  Minimum entry requirements:
  1. Three principal passes in Chemistry, Biology and either Physics or Mathematics or Nutrition with a minimum of 6 points. Whereby, one must have at least C grade in Chemistry and at least D grade in Biology and E grade in Physics or Mathematics or Nutrition. OR
  2. Certificate of Secondary Education (CSEE) with at least Five (5) passes in the following subjects Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, and English. PLUS appropriate Diploma with overall “B” grade or GPA ≥ 3.5 and one MUST have completed ‘A-level’. OR
  3. B.Sc (lower second or above) majoring in Physics or Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology/Zoology.
•  Zanzibar University, Zanzibar  
  Duration: 4 years
  
  Tuition fees:Total of TShs. 9,095,000
  
  Minimum entry requirements:
  - For A-Level applicants, the minimum entry qualification is two principal passes with a total of 4.0 points and three credits at O' Level.
  - For the applicants with RPL qualification, the minimum qualification is 'B' grade.
  - At least Four O' Level passes (D's and above) or NVA level III with less than four O' Level passes or equivalent foreign qualifications as established by either NECTA or VETA.
  - Must have principal passes in Biology and Chemistry at A-level.
•  University of Dodoma, Dodoma  
  Duration:3 years
  
  Admission requirements:
  Direct Entry;
  
  Three Principal passes at A-Level in Biology, Chemistry and either Physics or Mathematics or Nutrition with a minimum of 6 points. Where by one must have at least C grade in Chemistry and at least D grade in Biology and E grade in Physics or Mathematics or Nutrition.
•  Kilimanjaro Christian Medical University College, Moshi  
  Duration: 3 years
  
  Minimum entry requirements:
  - Three principal passes in Chemistry, Biology and either Physics or Mathematics or Nutrition with a minimum of 6 points. Whereby one must have at least C grade in Chemistry and at least a D grade in Biology and E grade in Physics or Mathematics or Nutrition
  
•  St. John's University of Tanzania, Dodoma  
  Course Entry Requirements:
  - Advance Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) with three (3) principal passes whereby one must have at least Chemistry “C”, Biology “D” and Physics “E” with a minimum of 6.0 points OR
  - Relevant diploma or Advanced Diploma with an Average of “B” or GPA 3.0
•  Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences, Dar es Salaam  
  Duration: 4 years
•  Darwin Education Agency(DEA), Dar es Salaam  
  
•  Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences, Mwanza  
  

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