Department of Nursing and Midwifery

Preparing the next generation of industry experts

The Department of Nursing and Midwifery at Stellenbosch University is known for its innovative blend of rigorous academics with extensive clinical practice. Our programmes in primary healthcare, emergency nursing, mental health, and advanced midwifery are designed with real-world impact in mind. For example, our midwifery curriculum has pioneered community-based maternal care models that have been adopted in local clinics, while our emergency nursing training has contributed to the development of national protocols for critical care.

Our students gain hands-on experience through clinical placements at Tygerberg Hospital and other regional facilities, which has led to measurable improvements in patient care. Our master’s and PhD programmes have produced research that directly informs healthcare policies, with graduates publishing studies that have reshaped mental health and primary care practices across Africa. 

Contact details
Phone: +27 21 938 9111
E-mail: [email protected]

Physical address
Tygerberg Campus
Francie van Zijl Drive

“Our master’s and PhD programmes have produced research that directly informs healthcare policies, with graduates publishing studies that have reshaped mental health and primary care practices across Africa."

Our programmes

Bachelor of Nursing

A comprehensive four-year programme that prepares students for professional nursing and midwifery practice. Emphasis is placed on clinical competence, patient-centred care, and evidence-based practice.

Master of Nursing (Structured & Thesis options)

A research-intensive programme designed to develop advanced nursing knowledge and leadership in healthcare.

Short Courses

We offer specialised short learning programmes, such as Health Informatics and Leadership in Primary Healthcare, to support ongoing professional development.

Postgraduate Diplomas

Our postgraduate diplomas provide specialised training in various fields of nursing, equipping professionals with the skills needed to advance their careers in critical care, emergency nursing, health service management, mental health, midwifery, nursing education, peri-operative nursing, and primary care nursing.

Doctor of Philosophy (Nursing)

A doctoral programme focused on independent research that advances nursing and healthcare.