Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) 2024 application
Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University(SMU) was established when the Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr Blade Nzimande, in terms of section 20 of the Higher Education Act 1997 (Act 101 of 1997) promulgated the Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) in the SA Government Gazette no: 37658 of 16 May 2014.
The promulgation followed the announcement in 2011 by Minister Nzimande when he announced his intention to separate the Medunsa Campus from the University of Limpopo.
Departments:
The academic schools and departments and institutes are organised into 13 faculties.
Medicine Programmes
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) (incl. ECP)
- Bachelor of Radiography (Diagnosis)
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Medical Sciences – various
- Master of Medicine – MMed (in various specialisations)
- Master of Science in Medicine – MSc (Medicine)
- Master of Science in Medicine – MSc (in various specialisations)
- MSc (Clinical Psychology)
- Doctor of Medicine (MD in General Surgery)
- Doctor of Medical Science
- PhD (in various specialisations)
Nursing Programmes
- Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing
- Baccalaureus Curationis (BCur) (I et A)
- Bachelor of Advanced Nursing Science
- Advanced Diploma in Occupational Health Nursing
- Bachelor of Nursing Science Honours (in various specialisations)
- Master of Nursing Science (in various specialisations)
- PhD in Nursing Science
Pharmacy Programmes
- Bachelor of Pharmacy
- Postgraduate Diploma (Hospital Pharmacy Management)
- Master of Pharmacy
- PhD in Pharmacy
Pharmacy Programmes
- Master of Science in Physiotherapy
- Master of Science in Physiotherapy (Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation)
Speech, Hearing and Sight Programmes
- Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology
Dietetics and Nutrition Programmes
- Bachelor of Science in Dietetics
- Master of Science in Dietetics
Occupational Therapy Programmes
- Bachelor of Occupational Therapy
- Master of Occupational Therapy
Public Health Programmes
- Postgraduate Diploma in HIV/AIDS Management
- Doctor of Public Health
Oral Health Programmes
- Diploma in Oral Hygiene
- Bachelor of Dental Sciences
- Bachelor of Dental Therapy
- Advanced Diploma in Community Dentistry
- Postgraduate Diploma in Dentistry
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Dental Sciences
- Master of Dental Surgery
- Master of Dentistry (MDent) (various specialisations)
- Master of Science in Dentistry
- PhD in Dentistry
Science Programmes
- Bachelor of Science – Chemistry, Physics (previously Physical Sciences), Biochemistry, Botany, Zoology, Mathematics, Statistics, Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science Honours (specialisations as above)
- Master of Science (specialisations as above)
- PhD (specialisations as above)
Medical Technology Programmes
- Bachelor of Science in Health Informatics
- Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology
- Bachelor of Science in Clinical Technology
- Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering
Veterinary Science Programmes
- Diploma in Veterinary Nursing
- Diploma in Veterinary Technology
- Diploma in Animal Health (Veterinary Technicians)
- Certificate in Animal Welfare
- Bachelor of Animal Health (Veterinary Technicians)
- Bachelor of Veterinary Technology
- Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing
- Bachelor of Veterinary Science (Vet)
- Bachelor of Animal Health Honours (Veterinary Technicians)
- Bachelor of Veterinary Technology Honours
- Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing Honours
- Master of Animal Health (Veterinary Technicians)
- Master of Veterinary Technology
- Master of Veterinary Nursing
Proposed Academic Organisational Structure
- School of Medicine
- School of Health Care Sciences
- School of Oral Health Sciences
- School of Pathology and Pre-Clinical Sciences
- School of Science and Technology
- School of Veterinary Sciences
- School of Humanities
For further information on the faculties, our academic departments and the programmes we offer, visit SMU study pages.
Upload the following documents:
- Copy of your ID/passport document (compulsory).
- Copy of your final Grade 11 results or your National Senior/Matric/ IEB Certificate (if you have already completed Grade 12).
- Copy of your degree certificate(s) and academic record(s) (if you attended other universities).
- Copy of your marriage certificate/divorce decree (if applicable).
- Proof of non-refundable application fee payment of R200.
- All non-South African citizens and non-permanent residents are required to obtain a study permit prior to registering as students. Applications for study permits should be submitted to the South African Home Affairs, Consulate or High Commissioner in your country of residence/origin, and they would be issued in favour of Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University and to be submitted during registration.
How to apply:
To apply online, you need access to the internet and a valid email address.
- Click here to start your online application process
- Complete the application accurately and thoroughly.
- Write your names the same as they appear on your identity/passport document.
- Specify the names of the first-choice and second-choice degrees (if applicable)
- Complete the residence section (if applicable).
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of R200.00 and send proof of payment. Use your ID/ passport/ student number generated by the system when paying.
Applications for the 2024 academic year for all programmes open on 3 April 2023 and close as follows:
- Friday, 28 July 2023 for undergraduate programmes
- Friday, 29 September 2023 for postgraduate programmes
For information on admission requirements and relevant school subjects, refer to the Admission Selection Rules by clicking here and Undergraduate Prospectus by clicking here
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