The information provided on this page is solely for applicants who study nursing at University of Western Cape UWC International Student Application but do ot reside in South Africa or are not South Africans.
ince you are checking out the closing dates, you should also check out the University of the Witwatersrand Nursing Courses and to know all about the admission check out the University of the Witwatersrand Nursing Requirements.
Before applying too you must ensure that you do not miss the application dates. Please have a look at all of them here University of the Witwatersrand WITS Application Date.
Basic things you should know
- You need to submit your final school results to Higher Education South Africa (HESA) for an evaluation.
- The school unfortunately will not be able to respond to your application until you submit a confirmation letter issued by HESA stating that you qualify to study at a South African University.
- Certified copy of your passport
- Study permit application form
- Valid passport
- Official letter from UWC stating acceptance for the course and course duration
- Police clearance certificate for every country lived in for more than a year since age 18 (must be less than 6 months old)
- Medical Report (specific form to be filled in)
- Radiological Report (chest X-ray to confirm no TB, specific form to be filled in)
- Medical cover with a registered South African medical scheme for the duration of the course or renewable yearly
- Repatriation fee (varies by country, used in case of deportation, reimbursed upon return to home country)
- Accommodation details
- Proof of sufficient funds to support yourself during the course (scholarship letters, bank statements, etc.)
- Note: You can work 20 hours a week on a study visa, but this work cannot be used as proof of financial ability to pay for the course.
Acquiring a visa
Recent changes in the Immigration Act have further intensified the need for foreign students wishing to attend UWC to have the correct visa and for existing foreign students to renew their visa in a correct and timely manner to avoid delays in registration and other more serious immigration issues.
PLEASE NOTE THESE ARE GUIDELINES AND YOU NEED TO CHECK WITH THE SOUTH AFRICAN CONSULATE/EMBASSY IN YOUR HOME COUNTRY FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND FORMS.
These guidelines apply for students without dependents. For students with dependents further information is needed, please check with your Embassy/Consulate.
For prospective international students:
You MUST have your study visa before leaving your country of residence. The university cannot register you without a valid study visa to study at this institution. The visa can be obtained from the South African Consulate or Embassy in your country of residence.
Procedure for International Students to Apply for Nursing Admission at the University of Western Cape UWC
- To apply online, go to: http://student.uwc.ac.za/
- You may apply for a maximum of TWO programme choices
- Select Master of Science in Nursing as your qualification
- Try to keep your options open, especially when applying for programmes in Faculties such as Dentistry, Community and Health Sciences and Law
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