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Bachelor of Medical Science Honours in Physiology (BMSHHP) at University of KwaZulu-Natal

University of KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Programme overview

Bachelor of Medical Science Honours in Physiology (BMSHHP) is a Honours degree at NQF level 8 offered in the College of Health Sciences at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Faculty: College of Health Sciences  |  Duration: Minimum of two consecutive semesters  |  Intake: Semester 1 (applications close 30 September) and Semester 2 (applications close 30 April; confirm with School)  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

What you will study

The Honours curriculum includes a prescribed research project that accounts for at least 25% of the degree credits.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Honours/postgraduate diploma entry (UKZN postgraduate guide, general rule): an appropriate Bachelor's degree, or admission to the status of that degree under Rule GR7; a School/College may prescribe further criteria.

Tuition is charged per module, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Postgraduate diplomas and certificates: Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 intakes.

Postgraduate diploma/certificate and honours: Semester 1 applications close 30 September; Semester 2 applications close 30 April.

Applications for the 2027 academic year are open. UKZN application fees: South African applicants R210 on time and R420 late; SADC and rest of Africa R490; outside Africa $153. The fee is non-refundable and must be paid with reference APPN followed by the student number.

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