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Bachelor of Health Sciences Physiology and Psychology

Faculty of Health Sciences

Duration3 yearsNQF level7Minimum APS26Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

NWU 2027 Grade 12 Prospectus, page(s) 14. Published requirements: • Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) and Physical Sciences level 4 (50-59%) • Level 4 (50-59%) for language of tuition • Life Sciences is recommended • Academic paper selection • Best average mark • DURATION: 3 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
Life SciencesSee published notesLife Sciences is recommended
MathematicsLevel 3 · 40%Mathematics: Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) and Physical Sciences level 4 (50-59%)
Physical SciencesLevel 4 · 50%Mathematics: Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) and Physical 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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