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2016-17Prospectus
2016-17Faculty of Health Sciences
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MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to the Faculty of Health Sciences. Recognized nationally and internationally, the Faculty of Health Sciences is unique in that it offers accredited qualifications in the domains of Public and Allied Health, Nursing Sciences, Complementary Health and Sport and Movement Studies. Our Faculty is proud to offer students a preferred learning experience: innovative methods of teaching with a focus on problem-based and outcome education complemented by appropriate facilities including a well-equipped clinical simulation laboratory, Anatomy and Physiology complex also incorporating a dissection facility and well equipped laboratories.With our on-site Health Training Centre and other related placements we ensure that students receive a wide-range of relevant clinical and other experience under the supervision of qualified practitioners. Faculty staff contribute
to the research needs of the country while we remain committed to sustainable community development activities. Our focus on life-long learning remains core from the day learners enter our programmes, continuing throughout their professional careers.The Faculty is committed to ensure that we produce competent health and wellness professionals who offer the finest in patient care and health services.Welcome to Health Sciences and UJ, we look forward to this journey together with you.
Prof André Swart Executive Dean: Faculty of Health Sciences
ABOUT USThe Faculty offers learners a preferred experience; innovative methods of training with a focus on problem-based education complemented by appropriate facilities including a well-equipped dissection facility and laboratories. Our onsite Health Training Centre ensures that students receive a wide-range of relevant experience under the supervision of qualified practitioners, complemented by placements in relevant service rendering facilities.Postgraduate studies form an important component of the Faculty’s activities. In collaboration with various partners, including but not exclusive to the National Research Foundation, Medical Research Council and World Health Organization, we strive to address key challenges relevant to the South African situation.In keeping with our pursuit of excellence, we are constantly re-evaluating our approaches to teaching, learning and assessment. Programme reviews, external advisory committees and quality assurance initiatives are some examples of how we ensure that we remain leaders in our relevant fields.Our Faculty is committed to community development and various programmes are involved in sustainable, social investment and community outreach programmes. Furthermore, our focus on life-long learning remains core from the day learners enter our programmes and throughout their professional careers.
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FACULTY CONTACT DETAILS Executive Dean Prof André SwartVice Dean: Teaching and Learning Dr Shahed NallaVice Dean Research and InnovationProf Brandon ShawHead of Faculty Administration Mrs Shellaine Rooi | 011 559 6234
Undergraduate Senior Faculty Officer Mrs Bathabile Vilakazi | 011 559 6373Postgraduate Senior Faculty OfficerMs Raihaanah Pieterse | 011 559 6073General Enquiries 011 559 6925 Health Sciences@UJ
@HealthScienceUJ
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSAdmission for international applicants is subject to meeting the compliance requirements as stipulated by the Immigration Act No 13 of 2002, the regulations made there under the ;University’s policy. Application and closing date. You may apply online at www.uj.ac.za and follow a link to Apply@UJ, or you may download the application form, which should either be submitted to the Student Enrolment Centre or mailed to the University.Please note: All applicants are advised not to send cash by mail or leave documents and cash with any unauthorised persons.All international applicants should take note of the following:• Submit a completed application form with the
following certified supporting documents:• Sworn English translation of documents
(applicants from non-English medium schools only)
• Provide proof of a non-refundable application fee of R200.00 for paper applications.
The University of Johannesburg offers applicants a first and second choice in terms of what they wish to study. All applicants should fill in both a first and a second choice on the application form.Submit completed application for on-campus residence with proof of payment for the applicable deposit.
For more information visit the international office website: http://www.uj.ac.za/internationalstudents
All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Relevant regulatory body admission requirements to be adhered to.The right to add, withdraw or in any way change any part or any regulation without prior notification remains vested in the University
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WITH A NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) (NCV) For admission to a Degree (4 years) the applicant must have: • A NCV (level 4) issued by the Council
for General and Further Education / and Training.
• Achieved a minimum of 70% for 5 of the 7 subjects – fundamental and vocational categories.
• Passed English as Language of Teaching and Learning / First Additional Language as fundamental component with a minimum of 70%.
• Passed Mathematics and Physical Sciences as Fundamental Components with a minimum score of 70%.
For admission to a BCom Degree and BA Degree (3 years) the applicant must have:
• A NCV (level 4) issued by the Council for General and Further Education and Training.
• Achieved a minimum of 60% for 6 of the 7 subjects – fundamental and vocational categories.
• Passed English as Language of Teaching and Learning / First Additional Language as fundamental component with a minimum of 70%.
• Passed Mathematics and Physical Sciences as Fundamental Components with a minimum score of 60%.
For admission to a National Diploma (3 years) the applicant must have:
• A NCV (level 4) issued by the Council for General and Further Education and Training.
• An achievement of at least 60% for 5 of the 7 subjects – fundamental and vocational categories.
• An achievement of at least 60% in English as Language of Teaching and Learning / First Additional Language.
• An achievement of at least 60% in Mathematics or 70% in Mathematics Literacy – taken as fundamental subjects.
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DEGREE PROGRAMME (4 Years)
Bachelor of Health Science
Emergency Medical Care B9E01Q Applicants must pass both the fitness assessment, phobia evaluation and the medical examination in order to gain entry into Emergency Medical Care degree
26 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
CareerEmergency Care Practitioners are specialists in the field of pre-hospital emergency care andrescue, focusing on management of critically ill or injured patients
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Bachelor of Environmental Health
Environmental HealthB9ENV1Note: This programme will be offered in 2017 subject to approval by the regulatory board in 2016
24 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Career Environmental Health Practitioner will function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team of professionals in accordance with the scope of profession. As such this person will be able to communicate effectively, foster entrepreneurship, uphold professional and Environmental Health ethics and manage human, financial and physical resources within the scope of profession.
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Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
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DEGREE PROGRAMME (4 Years)
Bachelor of Diagnostic Radiography
Diagnostic Radiography B9M01Q Applicants must have either Life Sciences/ Physical Sciences or both subject to gain entry into this programme
27 Mathematics OR 29 with Mathematical Literacy
5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 6 (70%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Career Radiographers use X-ray equipment to produce images that assist in the diagnosis of injuries and abnormalities
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Bachelor of Diagnostic Ultrasound
Diagnostic Ultrasound B9M03Q Applicants must have either Life Sciences/ Physical Sciences or both subject to gain entry into this programme
27 Mathematics OR 29 with Mathematical Literacy
5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 6 (70%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Career Practitioners uses high frequency sound waves to produce images of body structures
CampusDFC
Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
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DEGREE PROGRAMME (4 Years)
Bachelor of Nuclear Medicine Technology
Nuclear Medicine Technology B9M02Q Applicants must have either Life Sciences/ Physical Sciences or both subject to gain entry into this programme
27 Mathematics OR 29 with Mathematical Literacy
5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 6 (70%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Career Practitioners use small amounts of radioactive substances (radionuclides) todiagnose and treat diseases
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Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
Bachelor of Radiation Therapy
Radiation TherapyB9M04Q Applicants must have either Life Sciences/ Physical Sciences or both subject to gain entry into this programme
27 Mathematics OR 29 with Mathematical Literacy
5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 6 (70%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
CareerRadiographers use X-ray equipment to produce images that assist in the diagnosisof injuries and abnormalities
CampusDFC
Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
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DEGREE PROGRAMME (4 Years)
Bachelor of Optometry
B OptomB9O01Q
29 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) Not accepted 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+)
Career Optometrists examine eyes for vision problems, diseases and other abnormalconditions and then prescribe lenses and/or treatment, if necessary
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BTECH DEGREE (4years)
Podiatry
502-2 25 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
CareerPodiatrists advise on and treat foot and lower-limb disorders
CampusDFC
Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant.
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BACHELOR OF NURSING (4 YEARS)
Baccalaureus Curationis
B CurBCU001
27 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+)* 4 (50%+)
CareerNurses are responsible for determining the needs of patients and planning a nursingcare plan for each appointment. *Recommended for additional recognised language.
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BACHELOR OF BIOKINETICS (4 YEARS)
Bachelor of Biokinetics
BiokineticsB9S05Q Life Sciences, although not compulsory, is highly recommended for entry into this programme
28 Mathematics 29 Mathematical Literacy
5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+)*
Career Biokineticists primarily utilise their professional expertise in exercise, physical activity and health education to enhance/promote health in general, and specifically prevent dysfunction, restore and maintain an individual’s compromised functional ability, particularly in respect of orthopaedic injury and chronic disease states. *Recommended for additional recognised language.
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BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE PROGRAMME (3 YEARS)
Sport Management
B9S04Q 23 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+)
CareerSport Manager, Sport Marketer, Sport Administrator, Sport Events Organiser, Sport Promoter, Coach or Specialisation in Biokinetics, Sport Science or Sport Management Honours, Researcher, Exercise Scientist
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BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMMES (3 YEARS)
Sport Psychology
B9S02Q 23 Mathematics OR 24 with Mathematical Literacy
5 (60%+) 3 (40%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)* 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+)
CareerSpecialisation in Biokinetics, Sport Science or Sport Management honours, Coach, Specialisation in Psychology, Researcher, Exercise Scientist
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Sport Communication
B9S01Q 23 Mathematics OR 24 with Mathematical Literacy
5 (60%+) 3 (40%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)* 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+)
CareerSport Commentator, Sport Journalist, Sport Anchor, Researcher, Specialisation inBiokinetics, Sport Science or Sport Management honours, Coach, Exercise Scientist
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Sport Development
B9S03Q 23 Mathematics OR 24 with Mathematical Literacy
5 (60%+) 3 (40%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)* 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+)
CareerSport Development Officer, Researcher, Specialisation in Biokinetics, Sport Science or Sport Management honours, Coach, Exercise Scientist
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Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS. *Recommended for additional recognised language.
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MTECH DEGREE (5 Years)
Chiropractic
358-1 25 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
CareerChiropractors treat conditions and injuries that are nerve, muscle or joint related
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Homeopathy
357-1 25 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
CareerHomeopaths apply a holistic method of healing for the treatment of human diseases and ailments
CampusDFC
Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
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NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES (3 Years)
Biomedical Technology
CareerBiomedical Technologists analyse clinical specimens submitted to laboratories by medical practitioners and interpret the results
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Environmental Health
Note: Enrolment of new students will not occur for the Diploma Programme if approval is received to offer the Bachelor in Environmental Health in 2017.
23 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
CareerEnvironmental Health Practitioners research, identify, evaluate and control possible environmental health hazards
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Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
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383 24 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
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NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES (3 Years)
Sport Management
393-1 18 Mathematics OR 19 with Mathematical Literacy
3 (40%+) 3 (40%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+) 3 (40%+) 3 (40%+) 3 (40%+)
CareerSports Administrator, Facilities Manager, Professional Coach, Fitness Trainer, Sports Marketer, Sports Sponsorship Manager, Events Manager and Marketer Practitioners research, identify, evaluate and control possible environmental health hazards
CampusDFC
Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
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Applicants will be required to undergo a structured personal interview, a phobia evaluation, a medical examination, a physical fitness- and a swimming proficiency evaluation
26 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
CareerEmergency Medical Care Diploma Graduates are eligible to register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Emergency Care Technicians (ECTs). ECTs are responsible for the treatment of ill and injured persons in the pre-hospital emergency care environment. Career opportunities exist in public and private emergency medical services both locally and abroad.
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Meeting the Faculty’s minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
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DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (2 Years)
Emergency Medical Care
D9E01Q
APPLICATION PROCESSThe University of Johannesburg offers two ways for you to apply for admission. You can either apply via our paper application process or the online application system. APPLICATION PROCESS PAPER APPLICATIONS
Step 1: Select your qualification study choices 1 and 2. (Ensure you meet the admission requirements as set out in this prospectus.) Step 2: Complete the academic application form with a payment of R200 for a paper application (no payment required for online application). Step 3: Once you have submitted your application, please allow for three weeks before checking on the status of your application. If your application meets the necessary requirements and there is space in your selected programme, you will be informed on whether your application has been successful or not.
ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS
Please note the following: • No application fee will be charged for online
applications. • If you have previously applied and have a UJ
student number, please call the UJ Call Centre (011 559 4555) to ensure that your cell number and email address are captured on our student database. This will ensure you receive a PIN number to complete the online application process. An applicant must go to www.uj.ac.za/Apply and select online web application.
• Please keep an eye out on the UJ website www.uj.ac.za for any possible change to the instructions to apply online.
Please note that all official communication will be sent via email. You may also go to the UJ website to check your application status using your ID or student number. NB: If you receive a conditional acceptance letter, your matric results will determine final admission into the programme you have applied for. Only then will you be allowed to register and sign up for the first year subjects in your selected programme. Facebook: Health Sciences@UJ Twitter: @HealthScienceUJ
Points are awarded for the six symbols on your Grade 11 or Grade 12 report.See example below.
School Subject Marks APS
First language (language of teaching and learning) 65% 5
Additional recognised language 71% 6
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy 61% 5
Accounting 68% 5
Geography 86% 7
Total 35
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