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IntroductionThe Faculty of Health Sciences comprises five (5) schools and each represents a specific field of study or subject discipline. Continued renewal and adaptation ensures that the Faculty of Health Sciences lead the way in health sciences.• School of Biokinetics, Recreation and Sport Science (Biokinetics,

Human Movement Science, Recreation Science, Sport Science, Children Kinetics and Sport Science);

• School of Pharmacy (Pharmacology, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Clinical Pharmacy, Pharmaceutics and Pharmacy Practice);

• School of Physiology, Nutrition and Consumer Sciences (Physiology, Nutrition, Dietetics, Nutrition Science and Consumer Sciences) and Occupational Health;

• School of Psycho-Social Behavioural Sciences (Social Work and Psychology); and

• School of Nursing Science (General Nursing Science, Community Nursing Science, Obstetrical Nursing Science, Psychiatric Nursing Science, Health Science Education, Health Service Management, Health Estimation, Health Diagnosis and Treatment and Anatomy).

Fields of Study

Diploma in Sport Science(Program code for application form: 832100: G101P)

Specialisation in rugby, athletics and soccer.

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate; • A minimum APS-score of 16; and• Applications are subject to internal selection with regard to kind

of sport and specialisation.

Objective and career possibilities of this program:To train sport scientists, who specialise in strategic kinds of sport on basis of their knowledge and skills in order to:• Evaluate people’s ability to participate in sports;• Analyse sport to determine opponents’ game patterns and

strategies;• Analyse sport to identify strong and weak points of persons

HEALTH SCIENCESFaculty of

BA Health SciencesThe following three (3) curriculums are presented in the program BA Health Sciences:

• Human Movement and Psychology (Program code for application form: 100167: G301P)• RecreationandPsychology (Program code for application form: 100167: G302P)• RecreationandTourismManagement (Program code for application form: 100167: G303P)

Human Movement and Psychology(Program code for application form: 100167: G301P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Human Movement study is the study of the human in movement/physical activity, as well as the influence thereof on the human in its entirety. During the study (full-time and covers a period of three (3) years) attention is given to the perceptual-motoric, physiological, psychological and biomechanical principles which are relevant when humans participate in physical activities.The application of different measurement methods and exercise to improve achievement ability, evaluation and treatment of sport injuries, improvement of health and quality of life, as well as movement skills form part of the course.

With Human Movement Science as one of the two (2) major subjects a student can obtain a BA or BSc degree (see BSc programs

participating in sports;• Analyse fitness to determine gaps in fitness;• Analyse errors in the execution and application of skills; and• Help sportsmen/sportswomen in the rectifying of identified

gaps.

Most important subjects:The most important subjects include Sport Science and Human Movement Science.

Manner of presentation and duration of programme:Die program word voltyds aangebied en strek oor drie (3) jaar.

Admission to postgraduate studies:On successful completion of the diploma, a student can obtain a BA degree in Health Sciences if he/she takes the compulsory extra modules with specialisation in Human Movement Science.

On completion of the BA degree the student qualifies for the same opportunities as any other graduate student with Human Movement Science as major subject.

elsewhere in this booklet).

Objective of the curriculum:• To enable students to assist sportsmen/sportswomen

scientifically with applicable evaluation of sport achievement potential, the compilation of general sport conditioning programs, training in some kinds of sport, sport talent identification as well as the organisation and administration of sport;

• To give students the knowledge and skills to inform people about exercise that can prevent disease;

• To analyse body composition with regard to health; and• To help in cases of basic medical emergencies and injuries.

Career possibilities:• Sport scientist;• Sport organiser;• Sport administrator;• Fitness instructor;• Exercise expert; and• Movement scientist.

Admission to postgraduate studies:EducationStudents who are interested in education can obtain a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). Enquire at the Faculty of Education Sciences about admission and prerequisites.

Honors programsSuccessful completion of both the BA and BSc programs enables students to make use of the opportunity to apply for the applicable

honors’ programs (specialising in Biokinetics, Children Kinetics or Sport Science).Admission to this program is subject to a selection process at the end of the third year as well as available capacity in the subject group.

BiokineticsThe biokineticist aspires to improve participants’ health and physical wellbeing by means of scientifically compiled and individual-aimed exercise programs. Rehabilitation programs are presented for persons with clinical diagnosed problems like cardiorespiratoric, orthopaedic, hypokinetic, metabolic, psycho-emotional problems, etc.

After completion of the specialisation program, the student must acquire experience in an accredited Biokinetics practice for one (1) year before full registration as a Biokineticist can be completed at the Health Professions Council of South Africa.

Children KineticsQualified persons in this field work

with young children – usually between the ages of three to ten years. The programs are aimed at the development of perceptual-motoric skills, as well as sport specific skill-programs. Students are also trained to present motoric remedial programs for children with specific motoric, mental, emotional, social, learning or neurological disadvantages. This work often forms part of a multidisciplinary team of other experts such as occupational therapists, physiotherapists, medical doctors, psychologists and biokineticists.

Sport ScienceThe sport scientist renders professional, scientific support services with regard to the development and improvement of achievement ability in sport. The contribution extends from the identification and development of new sport talent at a young age, to the testing and scientific optimisation of elite sportsmen and sportswomen’s achievement potential in order to assist the trainer in his/her tasks.

The sport scientist’s work includes:• Sport physiological evaluation of achievement potential;• Scientific sport specific exercise program design and guidance

aimed at individuals;• Sport talent identification;• Sport psychological evaluation, guidance and motivation;• Sport nutrition;• Sport management and administration; and• Sport anthropometrics.

The successful completion of the honors degree also gives the student the opportunity to apply for selection for MA of MSc degrees with specialisation in Biokinetics, Children Kinetics, Sport Science and a PhD degree.

Recreation and Psychology(Program code for application form: 100167: G302P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Recreation and Tourist Management(Program code for application form: 100167: G303P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Recreation is the study of humans’ leisure time behaviour as well as its connection with the environment and how these services are needed and deployed within communities. Outdoor recreation and adventure training also form part of this course. The focus is especially on the development of life skills and the empowerment of people to use and apply these skills in different walks of life.Two (2) BA curriculums with Recreation Science as major subject, namely Recreation Science and Psychology and Recreation Science and Tourism Management are presented.

Objective of these curriculums:• To empower the student with applicable theoretical knowledge

and practical skills to enter the labour market as entrepreneur or employee of organisations in the field of Recreation Science;

• To produce qualified expertise for South Africa that can lead the way with regard to the empowerment of the community in order to improve wellbeing, life skills and effective leisure time

lifestyle;• To plan, develop, implement, facilitate and evaluate recreation

programs for selected target groups by means of scientific theories; and

• To make the student aware of ethical and moral values and norms in order to serve the community with the acquired expertise and skills.

On completion of the curriculums students will be able to apply their expertise in these specified careers: • Sport and recreation manager;• Recreation centrum manager;• Program planner;• Facilities manager;• Recreation consultant;• Team building expert• Adventure instructor; and• Adventure therapist.

Admission to postgraduate studies:Students who are interested in postgraduate programs in Recreation Science must take note that at the end of their third year they need to be selected for the program and that selection is subject to the available capacity in the subject group.

EducationStudies in Recreation Science does not grant admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) (see the section about the Honors program in Recreation Science).

HonorsprograminRecreationScienceSuccessful completion of the BA program enables students to apply for the honors program in Recreation Science.

During the honors program the student specialises in program planning, therapeutic recreation, advanced facilitation, reaction management, research and other management skills.

The course prepares the student to do empowering and rehabilitative work in communities. This specialisation also focuses on corporate program presentations. Training takes place during a variety of adventure activities which can lead to national and international qualifications.

The successful completion of the honors degree also gives the student the opportunity to apply for selection for the MA degree in Recreation Science and also a PhD degree but admission is subject to the available capacity in the subject group.

BA (Sport, Health and Leisure Time Sciences)(Program code for application form: 843100: G316P)

This qualification comprises one (1) curriculum of which Human Movement Science and Recreation Science are the major subjects.

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.• (See subject group Human Movement Science and Recreation

Science for more information).

Baccalaureus in Social Work (B SW)(Program code for application form: 111101: G402P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; • A minimum APS-score of 24; and• A selection test.

Objective and career possibilities of the program:Social Work is a profession. It means you will undergo special expert training before you may practice as a social worker. The work includes therapeutic as well as prevention services which can be rendered to individuals, groups and communities. Professional service rendering occurs with regard to a wide variety of issues in order to help people to help themselves.

The Social Work profession needs talented young people to help South Africa develop its most valuable resource – its people. For this qualification one (1) program is presented. It is a professional qualification which enables you to register at the South African Council for Social Service Professions. The objective of this program is to train students as social workers to do therapeutical and developmental work and to effectively fulfil their role as stipulated by the South African Council for Social Service Professions.

Who can become social workers?Talented people with good mental abilities and discretion who shows interest and have faith in their fellow human being and who have a sense of trust and responsibility are good candidates. Although the profession is followed by both sexes, there is a special demand for men in the profession.

What work opportunities are there for me?Occupations in public service, private sector, private practice and academics can be pursued. Other institutions like churches, women’s organisations, schools and large companies also often make use of social workers. Social workers may also practice privately.

Most important subjects:The most important subjects in this program are Social Work, Psychology and Sociology.

Manner of presentation and duration of the program:The program is presented full-time and covers a period of four (4) years.

Admission to postgraduate studySuccessful completion of the program grants admission to an MA degree in Social Work. Admission is subject to a selection process and available capacity in the subject group.

BA PsychologyIn the Faculty of Health Sciences a health program with different fields of study, depending on the subject combinations, is presented. The objective is for students to be able to follow occupations within

the broader area of health sciences that improve the physical and psychological health of people by means of research and/or consultation.

Admission requirementsPsychology is presented in a variety of programs as one of two (2) major subjects. This pregraduate study comprises a B degree e.g. Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BSc). Admission requirements for

the applicable degree apply.

Objective and career possibilities of the programs:Psychology is the study of human behaviour

patterns, mentality and emotions. Although psychology is often regarded as a science

established by Sigmund Freud, it goes further back in history and can be found in the debates between philosophers like John Lock and Immanuel Kant.

The modern study of psychology comprises quite a number of specialisation fields such as industrial psychology, developmental psychology, social psychology, psychonomy (the broad term for cognitive and neuropsychology), psychopathology, physiological psychology, psychological methodology, personality psychology, and also the therapeutic-based fields such as clinical

psychology, educational psychology and counselling psychology.

These programs focus on preventive, beneficial and facilitating health counselling.

Manner of presentation and duration of the program:As far as it concerns the BA and BSc degrees, al the modules of Psychology are presented full-time and covers a period of three (3) years.

Further exposition of the programs:The curriculums comprise fixed module compositions that focus on Psychology as major subject. The composition of modules is focused on the career possibilities and man power needs of this country.

These curriculums prepare the student for postgraduate study in the major subjects.

The following programs are presented:

BA (Psychology and Afrikaans and Dutch)(Program code for application form: 100169: G301P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Curriculum outcomes: To give students the opportunity to obtain degree level skills and applied skills in the field of Psychology and to make them aware of the added value of language and literature studies in the labour market.

Admission to postgraduate study: Successful completion of the BA degree grants admission to the honors degree in Afrikaans and Dutch or Psychology and is subject to a selection process as well as available capacity in the subject group.

BA (Psychology and Labour Relations)(Program code for application form: 100170: G301P)

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Curriculum Outcomes:The improvement of critical and creative thinking and the use of science and technology to empower the student with the applicable theoretical expertise and practical skills in order to enter the labour market as an entrepreneur or employee of organisations in the field of Labour Relations and Psychology.

Admission to postgraduate study:Successful completion of the BA degree grants admission to the honors degree in Psychology and is subject to a selection process as well as available capacity in the subject group.

Students should consult the yearbook concerning compulsory modules that need to be taken additionally should he/she would like obtain an honors degree in Labour Relations.

BA (Psychology and English)(Program code for application form: 100171: G301P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Curriculum outcomes:To give students the opportunity to obtain degree level skills and applied skills in the field of Psychology and to make them aware of the added value of language and literature studies in the labour market.

Admission to postgraduate study:Successful completion of the BA degree grants admission to the honors degree in English or Psychology and is subject to a selection process as well as available capacity in the subject group.

BA (Psychology and Geography and Environmental Studies)(Program code for application form: 100172: G301P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Curriculum outcomes:On successful completion of the curriculum the student will be able to practice as a teacher in Geography and Counselling (after obtaining a postgraduate qualification) and practice in the field of Environmental Management especially in the fields of public

participation and social influence studies.

Admission to postgraduate studies:Successful completion of the BA degree grants admission to the honors degree in Psychology or Geography and Environmental Studies and is subject to a selection process as well as available capacity in the subject group.

Successful completion of the honors degree in Geography and Environmental Studies grants admission to a Magister degree in Environmental Science. After the initial part of the M Env Sci degree is successfully completed, the student can apply for admission to the Magister degree in Environmental Management.

BA (Psychology and Setswana)(Program code for application form: 100173: G301P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Curriculum Outcomes:To give students the opportunity to obtain degree level skills and applied skills in the field of Psychology and to make them aware of the added value of an African language and literature studies in the labour market.

Admission to postgraduate study:Successful completion of the BA degree grants admission to the honors degree in Setswana (Literature and Linguistics) or Psychology and is subject to a selection process as well as available capacity in the subject group.

BA (Psychology and Sociology)(Program code for application form: 100174: G301P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Curriculum Outcomes:To give students the opportunity to obtain degree level skills and applied skills in the fields ofPsychology and Sociology to be able to act as community developers within the local, regional and national government services.

Admission to postgraduate study:Successful completion of the BA degree grants admission to the honors degree in Public Management and Government, Sustainable Development or Psychology and is subject to a selection process as well as availability in the subject group.

BA (Psychology and Tourism Management)(Program code for application form: 100175: G301P)

Admission requirements:• National Senior Certificate with university entrance; and• A minimum APS-score of 22.

Curriculum Outcomes:The improvement of critical and creative thinking and the use of science and technology to empower the student with the applicable theoretical expertise and practical skills in order to enter the labour market as an entrepreneur or employee of organisations in the field of Tourism Management and Psychology.

Admission to postgraduate study:Successful completion of the BA degree grants admission to an honors degree in Tourism Management or Psychology and is subject to a selection process as well as availability in the subject group.

Postgraduate studies in Psychology:On completion of the BA or BSc degree the student may apply for selection in order to be admitted to the honors degree in Psychology. On completion of the honors degree, the student may apply for six (6) months practical work under our supervision at approved instances and on completion of the practical work, the student can register at the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Psychological Counsellor. The completion of the honors degree also gives the student the opportunity to apply for selection for the MA or MSc degree in Clinical, Counselling or Research Psychology in order to register as a Psychologist.

BSc (Biological Sciences)

In the program BSc (Biological Sciences) the following curriculums are presented:

• PhysiologyandBiochemistry (Program code for application form: 200112: G301P)

• PsychologyandComputerandInformationSystems (Program code for application form: 200112: G305P)• PsychologyandMathematics (Program code for application form: 200112: G306P)

Admission requirements for BSc (Biological Sciences):• National Senior Certificate with university entrance;• Mathematics level 5 (60-69%) and Physical Science level 4 (50-

59%); and• A minimum APS-score of 24.

What is physiology?Physiology is the branch of medical science that studies the functions and coordinated activities of cells, tissue and organs in living organisms.

The pregraduate and postgraduate courses in the subject group Physiology are structured in such a manner that it meets with the requirements of the labour market and excellent training is given for a variety of career opportunities.

All the postgraduate courses can be taken on honors, masters and doctoral level. In the subject group Physiology the focus is specifically on the human. Life characteristics such as irritability, communication and coordination, digestion and absorption of food, working of the heart and blood circulation, energy balance, respiration, excretion and reproduction are studied.

Manner of presentation and duration of program:The program is presented full-time and covers a period of three (3) years.

Admission to postgraduate study:On completion of the BSc degree students can, depending on the field they followed, be admitted to BSc Honors and is subject to a selection process as well as available capacity in the subject group. Students are encouraged to take a specialised vocational course on honors level.

On successful completion of the honors degree an MSc and then PhD degree may be followed if the prerequisites are met.

Postgraduate study in Physiology

BSc Honors in Physiology(Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years)

Admission requirements:A Bachelors degree with Physiology as major subject or an equal qualification with profound knowledge of Physiology is required. Students are evaluated on their achievement in preceding studies and an average of 60% in Physiology on third year’s level is a prerequisite. A secondary prerequisite is STTN111 or any other comparative statistics module. Admission is subject to approval given by the school director and available capacity.

Composition of the curriculum:The course content comprises the following compulsory modules:Cellular Physiology, Neurophysiology, Endocrinology, Research Methodology and a practical project. The student is also obliged to take any three modules from the following choices:Cardiovascular Physiology A, Cardiovascular Physiology B, Cardiovascular Physiology C, Occupational Health Monitoring A,

Toxicology A and Toxicology B.

The practical project can be done in any of the following fields:• Occupational health that is dedicated to the identification,

evaluation and control of environmental factors and stressors in the work environment that can pose a health risk for the employee. It includes: noise, vibration, dangerous chemicals, enlightenment, radiation, ergonomics, environmental pollution and the study of applicable laws; or

• Cardiovascular Physiology that comprises the study of the influence of different risk factors on the cardiovascular system (e.g. blood pressure, blood vessels) of the human.This field is of the utmost importance because the prevalence of cardiovascular diseases is drastically increasing. The Hypertension in Africa Research Team (HART) focuses on blood pressure and vascular functions which are studied in both epidemiological and clinical studies.

MSc in Physiology(Full-time/part-time)

Students are subject to a selection process before they can be admitted to the MSc-program. A thesis, which can form part of the project in cardiovascular physiology, must be submitted.

MSc in Occupational Health(Full-time/part-time)

Students are subject to a selection process before admission. For the degree theoretical exams are written in Occupational Health Monitoring B, Vibration, Heat and Ergonomic Factors, Labour Law,

Personal Protection Equipment and Radiation.

A dissertation based on a research study with a suitable subject from the field of study and the attendance and pass of a NOSA-course is compulsory. On completion of the MSc in Occupational Health the candidate must register at the Southern African Institute for Occupational Hygiene in order to practise/work as an Occupational Hygienist.

PhD in Physiology and Occupational Hygiene(Full-time/part-time)

Students are subject to selection before admittance to the PhD. A thesis based on the subject of research must be submitted.

Career possibilities:A large number of different occupations demands knowledge of Physiology. The knowledge is important in any case that concerns people. Some examples of employers are:• Institutes and research units of the Medical Research Council;• Institutes and departments of medical schools conducting

research;• The research laboratories of pharmaceutical companies or

pathologists;• Secondary schools (teacher);• Technikons and universities (lecturer and/or researcher);• The laboratories of the Department of Health in various cities

and towns;• The National Institute for Industrial Health;• The Institute for Manpower Studies and Ergonomics;• The South African Institute of Aviation Medicine;

• The agricultural research institutes and colleges for veterinary science and livestock research;

• The mining industry;• The research laboratories for occupational hygiene;• The laboratory of the CSIR for mining technology (occupational

hygiene); and• Self-employment as industrial hygienist

BSc (Health Sciences)The following curriculums are presented in the program BSc Health Sciences:

• PhysiologyandPsychology (Program code for application form: 200186: G301P)• NutritionandPhysiology* (Programkode vir aansoekvorm: 200186: G302P) *Program gaan verander

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with university entrance;• Mathematics level 3 (40-49%) and Physical Science level 4 (50-

59%); and• A minimum APS-score of 24.

BSc program in Human Movement Science BSc (Human Movement Science and Physiology)(Program code for application form: 200187: G301P)

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with university entrance;• Mathematics level 3 (40-49%);

• Physical Science level 4 (50%-59%); and• A minimum APS-score of 24(See subject group Human Movement Science for more information.)

BSc (Human Movement Science and Nutrition)*(Program code for application form: 200188: G301P)*Program due to change

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with university entrance;• Mathematics level 3 (40-49%);• Physical Science level 4 (50-59%); and• A minimum APS-score of 24(See subject group Human Movement Science for more information.)

BSc (Psychology and Nutrition)*(Program code for application form: 200189: G301P)*Program due to change

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with university entrance;• •Mathematicslevel3(40–49%)• •PhysicalSciencelevel4(50-59%);and• •AminimumAPS-scoreof22(See subject group Psychology for more information.)

BPharm (Pharmacy)(Program code for application form: 800101: G413P)

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with university entrance;• Mathematics level 4 (50-59%)• Physical Science level 4 (50-59%);• A minimum APS-score of 28; and• A selection test.

Prospective students must submit their applications before 30 June each year. The program is presented in Afrikaans but interpreted into English.

The Pharmacy professionThe profession of a pharmacist is dynamic, information driven, patient-orientated and takes responsibility for medicine in al its facets by acting as a:• Supervisor of medicine;• Formulator, producer, distributor and controller of safe,

effective and quality medicine;• Advisor on the safe, rational and applicable usage of medicine;• Provider of essential clinical services including screening tests

and referral services;

• Provider of health care education and information;• Provider of pharmaceutical care by accepting responsibility for

the outcomes of therapy and by being actively involved in the design, implementation and monitoring of pharmaceutical care plans; and

• Provider of cost-effective and efficient pharmaceutical services.

Objective of the programTo equip students with knowledge, skills and competencies in order to render professional pharmaceutical services as members of a health team.On successful completion of the program and the compulsory internship pharmacists should have the following competencies:• Organisation and control of the production, packaging and• quality insurance of pharmaceutical products;• Organisation and control of the acquisition, storing and• distribution of pharmaceutical material and products;• Dispense and ensure the optimal use of prescribed medicine;• Provide pharmacist initiated treatments of patients and ensure

the optimal usage of medicine;• Provide education and information on health care and

medicine;• Improve community health and provide relevant information

and advise; and• Part-take in research to ensure the optimal usage of medicine.

Career possibilitiesThe young qualified pharmacist has a wide choice of career possibilities depending on his/her own preference. It includes: community service pharmacy, hospital pharmacy (private and public) and the pharmaceutical production field. Other career possibilities

include wholesale pharmacists, health care management, medicine control official, etc. These occupations exist in the form of medical aid funds, local and central governments, etc. Research occupations also exist at universities and colleges as well as the MRC – thus a variety of diverse occupations which will suit your needs and preferences.

Most important subjects:The most important subjects in this program are Pharmacology,

Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacy practice and Clinical Pharmacy.

Manner of presentation and duration of the program:The program is presented full-time and covers a period of four (4) years. On completion of the degree, and before registration as a pharmacist at the South African

Pharmacy Council (SAPC), students must complete a yearlong internship at a community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy or

in the pharmaceutical industry. Students may also complete an

academic internship (usually two years) at the university during which

the successful students obtain an M degree. After internship (general or academic) and the successful completion of an admission exam, students may register as a pharmacist.

Newly qualified pharmacists are obliged by law to complete one year of community service before they enter the labour market.

Admission to postgraduate studyOn the successful completion of the program students can apply for admission to the following postgraduate fields of study: MPharm and MSc with the subsequent PhD and is subject to a selection process as well as available capacity in the subject group.

Postgraduate study at the Centrum for Drug Research and Development

MSc in Pharmaceutical Chemistry / Pharmacology / Pharmaceutics

Admission requirements• A four year B degree (BSc or BPharm) or a Hons BSc;• Minimum duration of the study: 1 year; and• The study comprises a research thesis.

PhD in Chemistry / Pharmacology / Pharmaceutics

Admission requirements• A relevant MSc-degree;• Minimum duration of the study: 2 years; and• The study comprises a research thesis.

Postgraduate study in the niche area: Medicine Usage in South Africa

MPharm Pharmacy Practice

Admission requirements• A four year B degree (BSc or BPharm) or equal qualification;• Minimum duration of the study: 1 year;• Study comprises a research thesis and completion of certain

compulsory• modules in the first year of study; and• Study can be followed full-time or part-time.

PhD in Pharmacy Practice

Admission requirements• A relevant M degree (MSc or MPharm) or equal qualification;• Minimum duration of study: 2 years;• Study comprises a research thesis; and• Study can be followed full-time or

part-time.

BSc (Dietetics)(Program code for application form: 206101: G431P)

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with university entrance;• Mathematics level 4 (50-59%) and Physical Science level 4 (50-

59%);• A minimum APS-score of 26; and• Selection.

Prospective students must submit their applications before 30 June each year.

Objective and career possibilities of the programThis qualification comprises one program that leads to a specialised vocational degree that students may use to register as dieticians at the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).

Students are equipped with the theoretical knowledge, practical skills, professional ethos, behaviour and attitude that are necessary for dieticians and managers of nutrition care to practice their profession according to the needs of the country and international standards and trends. Dieticians specialise in the nutrition of individuals and communi-ties and give advice with regard to the nutrition of healthy and sick per-sons according to internationally accepted standards of nutrition care. The dietician is a reckoned member of the medical team. Dieticians are also involved with the development of new food products.

A variety of challenging career opportunities is available in the following fields:• Private sector: Food industry, food service management,

consultant or representative for pharmaceutical firms, private hospitals, gymnasiums, mining sector, media services and fast food firms;

• Entrepreneur: The dietician may run his/her own business in the form of a private practice or catering – especially in the still increasing health conscious market.

• Public sector: In public health departments, Army or Corrective Services as therapeutic dietician, community dietician or food service manager.

• Journalism: With the required talent in writing, the world of journalism can be entered on freelance basis.

• Education: Universities, colleges and schools (a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) is recommended for school education);

• Promotion work and liaison: In this capacity the dietician uses his/her expert knowledge to enhance the enterprise’s image and products; and

• Research:Medical Research Council, CSIR, universities and the food industry.

Most important subjects:The most important subjects in the program include Nutrition, Nutrition Service Management, Therapeutic Nutrition, Food, Chemistry, Physiology, Biochemistry, Research Methodology, Microbiology, Statistics, Academic literacy. In the final study year students are introduced to practice.

Manner of presentation and duration of the program:The program is only presented full-time and covers a period off four (4) years.

Admission to postgraduate studySuccessful completion of the program grants admission to the M degree in Dietetics which is subject to selection after which a PhD in Dietetics or Nutrition may follow if the prerequisites are met.

Important notice: Compulsory community service yearOn completion of the BSc (Dietetics) qualification, a compulsory community service year as dietician for the Department of Health is required.

The objective of this year is to deploy expertise in South Africa to rural areas where these services normally aren’t available. The dietician will receive a base salary and fringe benefits for the year.

Without the community service year, the dietician will not be allowed to work or practise in South Africa.

BSc (Nutrition)(Program code for application form: 286100: G401P)

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with university entrance;• Mathematics level 4 (50-59%)• Physical Science level 4 (50-59%);• A minimum APS-score of 26; and• Selection.

Prospective students must submit their applications before 30 June each year.

Objective and career possibilities of the program:This qualification comprises one (1) program that leads to a specialised, vocational degree that enables students to register at the Health Professions Council of South Africa as Nutritionists.Students are equipped with theoretical knowledge, practical skills, professional mind-set, behaviour and attitude which are necessary to practice as nutritionists and managers of food care in communities according to the needs of the country and international standards and trends.

Nutritionists specialise in the feeding of communities, research and sustainable development by means of continued discourse with the Department of Health regarding acknowledged and well-managed processes to improve the food situation in South Africa. The nutritionist is regarded as a valuable member of the public health care team and is involved with the development and monitoring of food intervention programs (e.g. The Integrated Nutrition Program) and policy forming in communities.

A variety of challenging career possibilities • Private sector: Nongovernmental organisations (NGOs);• Entrepreneur: Consultant for the food industry, government or

NGOs;• Public sector: In public health departments, clinics, Army or

Corrective Services as nutritionist. ;• Research: Research: Medical Research Council, CSIR, universities

and the food industry.• Education: universities, colleges and schools (a Postgraduate

Certificate in Education (PGCE) is recommended for school education);

Most important subjectsThe most important subjects in the program include: Nutrition and Basic Food, Chemistry, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Primary Health Care, Food Service Management, Advanced Nutrition, Family and Community Nutrition, Physiology, Research Methodology, Public Management and Governance, Nutrition Programming, Policy Analysis and Project Management. From the third year students are introduced to the practice.

Manner of presentation and duration of the programThe program is only presented full-time and covers a period of four (4) years.

Admission to postgraduate studySuccessful completion of the program grants admission to a masters degree in Nutrition (subject to selection) after which a PhD in Nutrition may follow if the prerequisites are met.

Important notice: Compulsory community service year. The Department of Health requires a compulsory community service year on completion of the BSc (Nutrition). The goal of this year is to deploy expertise to rural parts of South Africa where these services aren’t normally found. The nutrition expert receives a base salary and fringe benefits for the year.

BSc in Consumer SciencesThe following curriculums are presented:

• BSc(ConsumerScienceswithBusinessManagement) (Program code for application form: 845100: G301P)• BSc(ConsumerScienceswithTourismManagement) (Program code for application form: 845100: G302P)

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with university entrance;• At least one Nature Science subject on level 4 (50-59%)

(Approved Nature Science subjects: Mathematics or Physical or Agricultural Science or Life Science;

• An average percentage higher than 70% for Mathematical Literacy will be considered;• A minimum APS-score of 24;• Selection.

What is Consumer Sciences?Consumer Sciences is a field of study that focuses on the wellbeing of consumers and their interaction with communities and the environment. It is a stimulating field of study that gives the opportunity to apply creativity to the advantage of the consumer on numerous levels.

The needs of the South African consumer are scientifically developed and researched. Consumer Sciences studies the consumer within three main components namely nutrition, fashion and consumer resources which include amongst

other housing and interior design. Aspects concerning business management and tourism management are included for additional support. The training that the consumer scientist receives enables him/her to render a valuable service. Students who want to follow a career in education need to complete a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in a fourth year.

Why would I want to become a consumer scientist?The composition of the South African consumers’ population who gained access to the market environment has changed during the past few years. The role of the consumer scientist is to address the needs of these consumers with regard to nutrition, housing, clothing and textiles.

Consumer scientists can therefore use their knowledge and skills to help consumers improve their life skills and socio-economical situation.

Examples of different private and public service sectors that have career possibilities:• Fashion, interior and nutrition retail trades which have different

management and marketing options;• Tourism and hospitality industries in possible managerial or

entrepreneurial capacity; • Interior design and decorating which also includes

entrepreneurial options;• Housing development; and• Education and training, as well as capacity building in a variety

of fields aimed at different target groups.

Manner of presentation and duration of the program:The program is presented full-time and covers a period of three (3) years.

Admission to postgraduate studyNa voltooiing van hierdie program kan studente toegelaat word tot ’n Honneurs in Verbruikerswetenskappe. Toelating is onderhewig aan ’n keuringsproses asook beskikbare kapasiteit in die vakgroep.

Daarna kan ’n student ingeskryf word vir ’n M- of PhD-graad in Verbruikerswetenskappe, mits daar aan die gestelde vereistes voldoen word.

BCur (Nursing Science)(Program code for application form: 120101: G407P)

Admission requirements• National Senior Certificate with entrance to a university;• Physical Science or Life Science or Mathematics on level 4 (50-

59%);• A minimum APS-score of 25;• Practical experience (hospital scholar program or shadow

nursing); and• Selection.

Objective and nature of the program:The program includes General, Psychiatric, Obstetrical and Community Nursing Science and Anatomy.

For this qualification one (1) program is presented. It is a professional qualification that leads to registration at the South African Board of Nursing. The objective of this program is to equip students with knowledge and skills in order to practice as professional general nurses, psychiatric nurses, community nurses and midwives.

Career possibilities:• Clinical;• Community services;• Hospital services (public or private clinics); and• Trauma services.

Corporate• Medical representative;• Case managers at medical aid funds;• Consultant;• Private practitioner; and• Occupational health practitioner.

Four (4) qualifications on completion of studies:• General Nursing;• Community Nursing;• Psychiatric Nursing; and• Obstetrical Nursing.

On completion of your studies and one year of community service, you can choose to practice in- our outside South Africa

Most important subjects: The most important subjects include Fundamental Nursing, General Nursing, Community Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing, Obstetrical Nursing, Physiology, Anatomy, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, Psychology, Sociology and Microbiology.

Manner of presentation and duration of the program:The program is presented full-time and covers a period of 4 (four) years.

The program is presented in Afrikaans, but interpreted simultaneously into English.

Superb opportunities during time of study:• Phelophepa health train;

• Exchange students to foreign countries; and• Community involvement with exciting community projects.

Admission to postgraduate study:On successful completion of the program (with a minimum pass rate of 60%) and acquisition of the general degree, students can apply for an M degree in different specialised fields of Nursing Science (subject to a selection process as well as available capacity in the subject group).

• Vocationally directed• Internationally recognised degrees• Afrikaans (with educational

interpreting in some courses)• Pulsating student life• Safe campus

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