Master of Medicine in Medical Genetics at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Master of Medicine in Medical Genetics equips a medical practitioner (MBChB or equivalent) with specialised knowledge, skills and attitudes required of a specialist in medical genetics.

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

What you will study

Basic Principles of Genetics 871 (175 credits), Applied Medical Genetics 871 (175), Research Methodology 816 (10) and a Research Assignment 841 (120). Award of the degree requires completion of the training period, a case-book of practical work and portfolio of activities, an assessed assignment and the Part I and Part II examinations of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa.

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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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