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Bachelor of Health Sciences in Biokinetics

Faculty of Health Sciences

Duration4 yearsNQF level7Minimum APS32Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

NWU 2027 Grade 12 Prospectus, page(s) 14. Published requirements: • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50- 59%) AND Physical Sciences OR Life Sciences level 4 (50-59%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Students must be medically fit for the physical component of the course before starting studies in Biokinetics • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION : 4 years

Course content

What you may study

Biomedical sciences; professional practice; ethics; communication; clinical or laboratory skills; supervised practical learning; and discipline-specific health sciences. Module names and sequencing must be confirmed in the institution's current curriculum.

Entry requirements

Required school subjects

Language of tuitionLevel 4 · 50%Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition
Mathematical LiteracyLevel 4 · 50%Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy / Technical Mathematics: Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50- 59%) AND Physical Sciences OR Life Sciences level 4 (50-59%)
MathematicsLevel 3 · 40%Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy / Technical Mathematics: Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50- 59%) AND Physical Sciences OR Life Sciences level 4 (50-59%)
Life SciencesLevel 4 · 50%Mathematics / Mathematical Literacy / Technical Mathematics: Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) OR Mathematical Literacy level 4 (50- 59%) AND Physical Sciences OR Life Sciences level 4 (50-59%)
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Confirm programme-specific rules with the institution.
Further study

Possible study paths

Graduates may apply for relevant honours or postgraduate diploma study where their qualification, modules and academic results meet the receiving programme's rules. Relevant honours, postgraduate diploma, clinical specialisation, master's or research study, subject to professional and institutional admission rules.

Career possibilities

Where this qualification may lead

Roles in clinical practice, community health, laboratories, rehabilitation, health services or research, depending on the qualification and required professional registration.

Study locations

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