Bachelor of Science Honours in Infectious Disease Pathology and Immunology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Develops capacity for research in infectious disease pathology and immunology, with practical research experience focused on research relevant to Africa. Offered at the Tygerberg campus.

Faculty: Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Pathology | Duration: One year | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Two modules: Theory of Medical Virology (60 credits) and a Practical Research Project in Medical Virology (60 credits). A subminimum of 50% is required in both modules; distinction requires 75%.

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Entry requirements

A recently obtained BSc or other science degree (NQF level 7) with majors in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetics or a similar field, with a pass mark of 60% or higher in the final semester/year; or Stellenbosch MBChB students who completed MBChB III and the two required supplementary courses on the Intercalated BSc(Hons)/MBChB track. A CV is submitted with the application.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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