Bachelor of Medical Science Honours in Medical Physics
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About this qualification
This is a 120-credit NQF level 8 honours qualification in Medical Physics. It is concerned with the application of physics within a medical and health-related context, as indicated by its title and placement in Promotive Health and Developmental Services.
Who might consider this qualification?
It may be considered by learners interested in the relationship between physics and healthcare, particularly those seeking advanced study in the medical physics field. Suitability and admission should be confirmed with the institution.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further study or work related to medical physics and the application of physics in healthcare settings. It indicates academic preparation in this area but does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Applying physics knowledge in a medical and healthcare context
- Analytical and quantitative reasoning relevant to medical physics
- Further academic development in the medical physics field
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Medical Science Honours in Medical Physics
- SAQA ID
- 111286
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 120
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Promotive Health and Developmental Services
- Originator
- University of the Free State
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as the available record shows a registration-end snapshot of 30 June 2024 and does not confirm current status.
- Confirm that the provider is authorised to offer the qualification and that the qualification information matches the provider’s current official offering.
- Check the institution’s current admission requirements before applying.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and whether any practical, laboratory or workplace-related requirements apply.
- Confirm the current qualification title, credits, NQF level and enrolment availability directly with the provider and SAQA.