Master of Philosophy in Family Medicine at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Coursework Master of Philosophy for health professionals in the Department of Family and Emergency Medicine at Stellenbosch University's Tygerberg campus, taught through didactic methods, interactive learning, group sessions and online distance learning with compulsory contact sessions.

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Family and Emergency Medicine | Duration: Two years | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

First year: Research Capacity Development and Principles of Family Medicine. Second year: Thesis (Family Medicine, 90 credits), Teaching and Learning in Family Medicine and Leadership and Clinical Governance. The thesis is completed under a supervisor over the two years.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A health professions bachelor's degree (NQF level 8) or an equivalent qualification approved by Senate. Registration as a health professional with the Health Professions Council of South Africa, or the equivalent in the country of practice. A CV, motivational letter, departmental form and proof of professional registration must accompany 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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