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Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery

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SAQA ID119322
NQF Level8
Credits860
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

This is a higher-education qualification focused on medicine and surgery within the Curative Health field. It is intended to develop a broad foundation for understanding and applying medical knowledge in healthcare contexts.

Who might consider this qualification?

People interested in studying medicine and surgery, and in developing a foundation for work in healthcare, may consider this qualification. Whether it is suitable depends on the applicant’s circumstances and the institution’s requirements.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification may support preparation for further development and work related to medical and surgical healthcare. It does not guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any particular career. The qualification’s current status and any requirements for practising in South Africa should be confirmed before enrolling or relying on it for career planning.

Skills this qualification may help develop

  • Foundational understanding of medicine and surgery
  • Application of health-related knowledge in curative healthcare contexts
  • Development of analytical and clinical reasoning abilities

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
SAQA ID
119322
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
8
Minimum credits
860
Field
9
Subfield
Curative Health
Originator
University of the Free State
Registration end in source dataset
2023-06-30
Verification status: Requires Verification. The imported SAQA file is a historical dataset snapshot; current registration must be separately verified before Edupstairs describes it as current.

Before enrolling

  • Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status, as its status requires confirmation and the available registration information includes an end date of 30 June 2023.
  • Confirm that the institution and specific programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
  • Check the provider’s current admission requirements and selection process.
  • Ask the provider about the assessment structure and any practical, clinical or workplace-based requirements.
  • Confirm any additional requirements that may apply to practising in a medical or surgical healthcare role after completing the qualification.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.