Master of Medicine in Clinical Pathology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Master of Medicine in Clinical Pathology extends over five years and trains registrars across chemical pathology, haematology, medical microbiology and medical virology at the Tygerberg campus.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Pathology | Duration: Five years | Intake: Applications 1 April 2026 to 31 March 2027 (South African and international) | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

First seven semesters: Chemical Pathology 872 (70 credits), Haematology 873 (70), Medical Microbiology 874 (70), Medical Virology 871 (70), Molecular Pathology 875 (10) and Research Methodology 873 (10). Final three semesters: Integrated Pathology 871 (60) and one assignment (120) chosen from Chemical Pathology, Haematological Pathology, Medical Microbiology or Medical Virology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

For all MMed programmes you must have held an MBChB (or an equivalent qualification considered sufficient by the University) for at least three years before applying and be registered with the HPCSA as a medical practitioner in the category independent practice. To register as an MMed student you must occupy a registrar post with the Western Cape Provincial Department of Health and Wellness or the National Health Laboratory Service (exceptions: occasional students attempting primary subjects before obtaining a registrar post, and those who have completed training time and only need to complete the research assignment). Proof of professional registration is required as a supporting document.

Requirements published at program group level.

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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