Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery is a 600-credit, NQF level 8 higher-education qualification in the Preventive Health subfield. It is associated with Walter Sisulu University and focuses broadly on medicine and surgery.
Who might consider this qualification?
People interested in higher education in medicine, surgery and preventive health may consider this qualification. Prospective learners should confirm that their goals and circumstances align with the qualification and the provider's current offering.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may be relevant to medical and health-related career paths because of its focus on medicine and surgery. It does not, on the available information, guarantee employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into a particular career.
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
- SAQA ID
- 80128
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 8
- Minimum credits
- 600
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Preventive Health
- Originator
- Walter Sisulu University
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2024-06-30
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification's current SAQA registration status before making plans to enrol, as the available registration record has an end date of 30 June 2024 and current status requires confirmation.
- Confirm that the institution and specific programme are currently authorised or accredited to offer the qualification.
- Check the provider's current admission requirements.
- Ask the provider about the assessment arrangements and any practical or workplace requirements that apply.
- Confirm whether the qualification is currently open for new enrolment and whether the published qualification details remain applicable.