Bachelor of Science Honours in Medical Physiology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Introduces BSc graduates who majored in Physiology, and medical and dental graduates, to the science of physiology and research methodology; usually a prelude or prerequisite to an MSc or PhD in Medical Physiology or a related discipline. 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: Theoretical Medical Physiology (60 credits) and Research in Medical Physiology (60 credits), assessed through tests, examinations, an open-book examination, a research project presentation and a mini-thesis.

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Entry requirements

A BSc majoring in Physiology, or an equivalent qualification with Physiology passed at third-year level with a final mark of at least 60%; or an MBChB or BChD or equivalent; or a BVSc or BPharm or equivalent.

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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