University of the Witwatersrand logoUniversity of the WitwatersrandBachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice

Faculty of Health Sciences

Duration3 yearsNQF level7Campuses1
Course overview

About this course

Selection uses a Composite Index: 60% academic results and 40% National Benchmark Test results. The NBT must be written in person.

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

English Home Language or First Additional LanguageLevel 4
Life Sciences and/or Physical SciencesLevel 4
Mathematical LiteracyLevel 7 · 80%Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy: Mathematics Level 4 or Mathematical Literacy Level 7
MathematicsLevel 4 · 50%Mathematics OR Mathematical Literacy: Mathematics Level 4 or Mathematical Literacy Level 7
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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