Faculty of Health Sciences: Nelson Mandela University

08/06/2026

Pathways into Health Sciences | Study Radiography

Are you interested in a career that combines healthcare, technology, patient care and diagnostic imaging?

In this Radiography information session, prospective students are guided through what the programme is about, what the profession entails, the structure of the degree, practical and work-integrated learning opportunities, admission requirements, and possible career pathways.

This session is designed to help applicants better understand what they will study, where they will study, and how Radiography can open the door to meaningful work in the health sciences.

Real insights. Real pathways into Health Sciences.

Applications for Radiography close on 30 June 2026.

Apply early. Secure your chance. Start your health sciences journey at Nelson Mandela University.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/nhDkHtHEkAo

Apply here: www.mandela.ac.za/Study-at-Mandela/Application/Apply-Undergraduate

Check which programmes you qualify for: https://nmu-health-science-path-finder-779138307893.us-west1.run.app/

In this information session, we explore Radiography and what prospe...

05/06/2026

Pathways into Health Sciences | Medical School Podcast 🩺

Sit down with Dr Khuliso Ramashia and Mr Tshepo Mpelo as they unpack what it means to study Medicine at Nelson Mandela University.

In this informative podcast-style conversation, prospective students are guided through the Medical School journey, including what the programme is about, how the degree is structured, what students can expect from the balance between theory, practical learning and clinical exposure, as well as the career pathways available after graduation.

The conversation also explores admission requirements, required subjects, AS scores, student experiences and postgraduate opportunities.

Real conversations. Real insights. Real pathways into health sciences.

Applications for Medical School close on 30 June 2026.

Apply early. Secure your chance. Start your health sciences journey at Nelson Mandela University.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/K7puJAfwsJM

Apply here: www.mandela.ac.za/Study-at-Mandela/Application/Apply-Undergraduate

Check which programmes you qualify for: https://nmu-health-science-path-finder-779138307893.us-west1.run.app/

Welcome to the Faculty of Health Sciences at Nelson Mandela Univers...

05/06/2026

Pathways into Health Sciences
Real Conversations. Real Insights. Real Pathways into Health Sciences.

As Nelson Mandela University prepares for its Virtual Open Day, the Faculty of Health Sciences is giving prospective students early access to programme-specific conversations for Health Sciences programmes with an early closing date.

Through our Pathways into Health Sciences series, prospective students can explore Medical School, Radiography, Pharmacy and Nursing Science through informative video conversations and sessions designed to help applicants make informed study choices.

The series will unpack programme structures, admission requirements, required subjects, practical and work-integrated learning, student experiences, career pathways and postgraduate opportunities.

Explore the Faculty of Health Sciences and discover the programme that can shape your future career and help Change The World.

Apply early. Secure your chance. Start your health sciences journey at Nelson Mandela University.

Apply here: https://www.mandela.ac.za/Study-at-Mandela/Application/Apply-Undergraduate

05/06/2026

28/05/2026

Applicants interested in studying within the Faculty of Health Sciences at Nelson Mandela University in 2027 are encouraged to take note of the early application closing date for selected programmes.

Applications for the following programmes close on 30 June 2026:
• Medicine
• Nursing
• Nursing Extended
• Pharmacy
• Radiography

Apply here:
https://www.mandela.ac.za/Study-at-Mandela/Application/Apply-Undergraduate

26/05/2026

Thinking of doing your Master’s or Doctoral studies in Dietetics?

The 2027 NRF Postgraduate Funding Call is now open, and Mandela University students are invited to attend an NRF information session.

This session is especially useful for students considering Master’s or Doctoral studies in Dietetics and wanting to understand the NRF PG funding application process.

Date: Wednesday, 27 May 2026
Time: 10:00–12:00
Platform: Microsoft Teams

Research Office staff will also be available from 12:00–13:00 to assist with NRF PG application queries.

Microsoft Teams meeting details:
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/318677916726853?p=L8KZ5qXwm6d4lAkwUW
Meeting ID: 318 677 916 726 853
Passcode: 8yB9MG7e

25/05/2026

🚨 Short Learning Programme | EM26: Foundations of Emergency Point-of-Care Ultrasound (PoCUS)

Applications are now OPEN for the Department of Emergency Medical Care’s EM26 Short Learning Programme, a practical, hands-on course designed to strengthen diagnostic confidence and emergency care decision-making through Point-of-Care Ultrasound training.

Participants will gain exposure to both foundational theory and applied clinical scanning techniques in high-pressure healthcare environments.

📅 27–29 June 2026
📍 Gqeberha Missionvale Campus (exact venue TBC)
💰 R8500 per participant

Modules covered include:

• Image Optimisation
• Vascular Access
• Echocardiography
• Lung Ultrasound
• Basic Abdominal Ultrasound
• Approach to Advanced Modalities
• Practical Sessions
• Ethical Scanning

📌 Apply online: slp.mandela.ac.za
📩 Enquiries: [email protected]