About Tshwane University of Technology TUT Biomedical Sciences
About TUT Biomedical Sciences
Are you fascinated by organs, cells and how the human body system functions? Then the Department of Biomedical Sciences is where you should be. We offer four fields of specialisation within the broader health sciences spectrum namely, Biomedical Technology, Clinical Technology, Veterinary Technology and Radiography (Diagnostic). We are strongly focused on postgraduate programmes and have produced many top-quality master’s and doctoral graduates in the past 20 years.
We have produced the best graduates in this field and that is largely influenced by our academic staff who are prominent experts in different areas of biomedical science, with solid links with industry and academia locally and internationally. We also boast the Centre for Tissue Engineering established in the latter part of 2003, through a collaboration agreement between TUT and Bone SA, in an effort to increase the availability of bone tissue for transplantation in South African patients.
Admission Requirements and Selection Process
Eligibility Criteria for Senior Certificate Holders (Pre-2008):
- Qualifications: Applicants must possess a Senior Certificate or equivalent, with at least a C at Standard Grade or an E at Higher Grade in English, Mathematics, Physical Science, and Biology or Physiology.
- Selection Process: Candidates will be evaluated based on their Senior Certificate results (40%), a TUT potential assessment (40%), and an interview with a departmental panel (20%).
Admission Criteria for National Senior Certificate Holders (Post-2008):
- Qualifications: A National Senior Certificate with a bachelor’s degree or diploma endorsement, or an equivalent, achieving a minimum level of 4 in English, Life Sciences, Mathematics, and Physical Sciences.
- Selection Process: An Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 22 is required. Those scoring 26 or higher are invited for an interview (80% APS, 20% interview). For scores between 22-25, applicants will complete the TUT potential assessment and an interview (40% APS, 40% assessment, 20% interview).
Program Details:
- Duration: The program spans three years.
- Schedule: Courses are conducted as day classes.
- Enrollment Period: Admission is in January only.
Additional Requirements:
- Practicals: Full attendance for practical classes is mandatory.
- Materials: Textbooks and specific educational materials are necessary.
- Safety: Personal protective equipment
