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Medicine and Health Sciences Programme content Compulsory modules Laboratory Practice 776(3) Epidemiology and Research Methodology 775(10) Introduction to Molecular Pathology 775(17) Pathology Research Project...

Medicine and Health Sciences Programme content Compulsory modules Laboratory Practice 776(3) Epidemiology and Research Methodology 775(10) Introduction to Molecular Pathology 775(17) Pathology Research Project 775(60) Elective modules Choose one of the following modules. Anatomical Pathology 775(30) Chemical Pathology 775(30) Haematology 775(30) Immunology 775(30) Assessment and examination The final mark is determined by the weighted average of the marks for the components that are assessed. You obtain a subminimum of 50% for each of the following assessment components: o Compulsory modules  evaluation of practical skills  a log-book on the learning activities and skills mastered, including a summary of the laboratory log-book  a combination of class tests, assignments and reports where applicable o Pathology research project  successful completion of the research project  a written report and oral presentation on completion of the research project o Elective module  a three-hour written examination You need a final mark of 50% to obtain the degree and a mark of 75% or higher to pass the degree with a distinction. Enquiries Enquiries Division Email Telephone Dr M Sanderson Anatomical Pathology [email protected] 021 938 4041 021 938 4168 Prof MJ Kotze Chemical Pathology [email protected] 021 938 4107 Haematological 021 938 4103 Dr CC Swanepoel [email protected] Pathology 021 938 4608 5.2.1.13 BScHons in Pharmacology Specific admission requirements One of the following qualifications of this University or another recognised university: o a BSc degree majoring in Physiology, Biochemistry or Microbiology, with a final mark of at least 60% for subjects at third-year level; o an MBChB or BChD degree, or equivalent qualification; o a BPharm degree, or equivalent qualification; or o an equivalent qualification as approved by Senate. International candidates must provide proof of the equivalence of qualifications obtained from a non-South African Institute. A SAQA (South African Qualifications Authority) certificate must be submitted. Application procedure and closing date Apply online at www.maties.com by 30 September of the previous year. Applications for prospective international students close on 31 August. 85  Medicine and Health Sciences Duration of programme The programme extends over one year on a full-time basis. Programme content Principles of Pharmacology 774(40) Pharmacology of Systems 775(40), 776(40) Assessment and examination The final mark for the programme will be calculated based on the following: o three written examinations covering the theoretical work (45% of the final mark); o assessment by means of class tests (15% of the final mark); o assignment and presentation (20% of the final mark); and o oral examination (20% of the final mark). You must submit a satisfactory assignment based on a pharmacology/toxicology project. The purpose of the assignment is to determine your ability to independently execute a scientific investigation and interpret the results of the investigation. Enquiries Programme leader: Dr T Kellermann Tel: 021 938 9281 Email: [email protected] 5.2.1.14 BScHons in Reproductive Biology Specific admission requirements A Bachelor’s degree of this or another recognised university with either Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Human Genetics as the major subject, and at least one of said subjects at second- year level. Application procedure and closing date Apply online at www.maties.com by 30 September of the previous year. Applications for prospective international students close on 31 August. Duration of programme The programme extends over one year on a full-time basis or two years on a part-time basis. Programme content Andrology 771(45) In Vitro Fertilisation 741(45) Research Project 771(30) Assessment and examination Each module will be assessed separately and on a flexible basis and you must obtain a combined assessment mark of 50%. For examination purposes, two three-hour papers must be written, and an oral examination will be conducted. Enquiries Programme leader: Ms E Erasmus Tel: 021 938 5487 Email: [email protected] 5.2.1.15 BScHons in Sport Science (Performance Sport) Specific admission requirements A bachelor's degree with Sport Science as one of the majors that Senate has approved for this purpose. You must apply in writing to be admitted to the programme by Senate, or the Executive Committee that acts on behalf of Senate. An average final mark of at least 60% in Sport Science subjects (theory and practicals) during your undergraduate years. 86  Medicine and Health Sciences o clinical practice portfolios. Each module is assessed separately, and you must achieve at least 50% in a module to pass. If you fail a first-semester module, you will be allowed a second assessment opportunity in June of the same year. If you fail the second opportunity, you will not be permitted to continue with your studies in the programme. If you fail a year module, you will be allowed a second assessment opportunity in January of the following year. If you fail the second opportunity, you will not be permitted to continue with your studies in the programme. Enquiries Programme leader: Ms S de Lange Tel: 021 938 9824/9036 Email: [email protected] 5.2 Honours degrees 5.2.1 Bachelor of Science Honours Please note: If you are applying for admission to one of the BScHons programmes of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, you must be aware that there is a possibility that a programme will not be offered if there are not enough qualifying candidates to fill it. In such cases, the University will directly communicate this decision with applicants in November of the year before study. Programme description The purpose of the programme is to equip you with the insight, practical skills and in-depth knowledge with regard to your chosen field of study. On completion of the programme, you must be able to function independently as a researcher and academic in the South African context. The programme aims: to promote healthcare in the South African community; to facilitate and innovate health research; to facilitate critical and ethical reasoning; to promote evaluation management, communication and scientific knowledge; to prepare students for further study; and to promote lifelong study. Admission of diplomates to BScHons studies If you have a National Higher Diploma in Medical Technology, you may be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science Honours degree if you: have obtained a relevant bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification at a recognised institution for tertiary education; or in exceptional cases, meet the following minimum requirements: o you must hold the matriculation certificate or exemption certificate of the Matriculation Board; o you must provide proof of above-average academic results during your diploma programme; and o prior to admission, you must have been academically associated and/or professionally active for a minimum period of three years, during which you at least completed one research project successfully and published in a recognised journal. You must have passed a preliminary examination: that was conducted according to the clearly defined criteria stipulated by the Faculty Board, in order to ensure an adequate scientific standard; that was designed to assess your theoretical background and scientific maturity; and that was conducted by the head of the department or division in which the intended postgraduate studies are envisaged, or by their delegate, together with at least one other expert in the relevant field of study who has been nominated by the Dean. You will be considered on merit by the Committee for Postgraduate Education on the basis of a curriculum vitae and a written recommendation by the Preliminary Examination Committee. Admission of candidates with a BTech to BScHons studies If you have an appropriate Bachelor of Technology degree or equivalent qualification from a recognised institution for tertiary education, you may be considered for admission to the Bachelor of Science Honours 75  Medicine and Health Sciences degree, provided that: departments/divisions may require supplementary work; you must provide proof of above-average academic performance during the degree programme; and you have passed a preliminary examination: o that was conducted according to clearly defined criteria stipulated by the Faculty Board in order to ensure an adequate scientific standard; o that was designed to assess your theoretical background and scientific maturity; and o that was conducted by the head of the department or division as convenor in which the intended postgraduate studies are envisaged, or by their delegate, together with at least one other expert in the relevant field of study who has been nominated by the Dean. You will be considered on merit by the Committee for Postgraduate Education on the basis of a curriculum vitae and a written recommendation by the Preliminary Examination Committee. 5.2.1.1 BScHons in Anatomy Specific admission requirements One of the following qualifications from a recognised institution: BSc with Anatomy as major subject, and Biochemistry, Physiology, Genetics, Microbiology or Zoology as an additional major; MBChB or BChD; BTech with appropriate subjects and motivation. Depending on the specific field of study, additional work may be required or you may be required to complete an admission examination; or any other relevant qualification approved by Stellenbosch University Senate. For all of the abovementioned qualifications you must have obtained at least 65% in the Anatomy modules of the second and third years, and at least 65% in the additional major. Application procedure and closing date Apply online at www.maties.com by 30 September of the previous year. Applications for prospective international students close on 31 August. Duration of programme The programme extends over one year on a full-time basis and two years on a part-time basis. Please note: The formal programme starts in the first week of January. Programme description The programme aims to address the national shortage of anatomists. It consist of a theoretical and a practical component which will not only enable you to be involved in training, but will also equip you with a thorough knowledge on the use of human tissue for research purposes. Programme content Compulsory modules (100 credits) Anatomical Techniques and Laboratory Practice 771(10) Gross Regional Anatomy 771(20) Microscopic Anatomy and Histological Technique 771(20) Legal and Ethical Aspects and Use of Animals in 771(10) Research Assignment (Anatomy) 771(40) Elective modules Choose modules to a total of 20 credits. Clinical and Surgical Anatomy 771(10) Comparative Anatomy 771(10) Developmental Anatomy 771(10) Physical and Forensic Anthropology 771(20) Human Anatomical Variation 771(10) 76 Disclaimer: The content above comes from the 2024 Medicine and Health Sciences Yearbook. Make sure to consult the full Medicine and Health Sciences Yearbook to see this extract in context and to check if there have been any changes. Take special note of additional information in the yearbook under section Postgraduate programmes.