Medical schools in South Africa are now offering four-year undergraduate medical degrees. The University of Johannesburg, the University of Cape Town, and the University of Pretoria are all now offering a four-year degree for undergraduate students with a minimum of three years of work experience.
The University of Cape Town has been offering its four-year degree since 2009. The other two universities have been running their programs since 2011 and 2012, respectively. These shorter degrees will allow students to work sooner than they would if they were studying for a five-year degree and make it easier for employers to hire them after graduation.
How long does it take to study medicine in South Africa?
The duration of study for medicine in South Africa is four years. There are no specific prerequisites for the course. Students need to have passed the National Senior Certificate or equivalent with a minimum of five subjects including Mathematics, Biology, Physics and Chemistry.
What are the best medical schools in South Africa?
The best medical schools in South Africa are:
1. University of Cape Town
2. University of Witwatersrand
3. Stellenbosch University
4. Rhodes University
5. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
What are the requirements to study medicine in South Africa?
The requirements to study medicine in South Africa are as follows:
– Be a South African citizen
– Be 18 years old or older
– Have completed Grade 12 with a minimum of six subjects at Higher Certificate level (Grade C+) or equivalent, including Mathematics and Physical Sciences, and no more than two subjects at Standard Level (Grade F)
– Have obtained the National Senior Certificate with a minimum of five subjects at Higher Certificate level (Grade C+) or equivalent, including Mathematics and Physical Sciences, and no more than two subjects at Standard Level (Grade F)
