Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice at University of Pretoria

Programme overview

This programme trains clinical associates, healthcare professionals who work under doctors' supervision in South Africa's district health system taking histories, examining patients, ordering tests and providing treatment. Training takes place through practical, patient-oriented learning in health services across four South African provinces and is accredited by the HPCSA.

Faculty: Faculty of Health Sciences | Duration: 3 years, full-time | Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026; 80 first-year students selected annually | Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Practical, patient-oriented clinical training including taking medical histories, patient examination, diagnostic testing and treatment delivery.

Career pathways

Clinical associates, academics and researchers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 28. English Home Language or First Additional Language level 4, Mathematics level 4, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences level 4, APS 28 (NSC/IEB). 80 first-year students selected annually; first-choice candidates considered, second-choice in certain categories.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 79,000 a year (2026). Estimated average 2026 tuition for the 1st year of study for SA and SADC citizens (table row 'BClinical Medical Practice (Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice)'); the source states a range of R79,000 to R86,000 for 1st year, the lower figure is shown, an Source

Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026; 80 first-year students selected annually

Duration: 3 years, full-time

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