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Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery

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SAQA ID2555
NQF Level7
Credits1160
StatusRequires Verification
Related careers0

About this qualification

The Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery is a university-level qualification focused broadly on medicine and surgical practice. It is recorded at NQF Level 7 with 1,160 credits and is located in the Promotive Health and Developmental Services subfield. The supplied registration snapshot shows an end date of 30 June 2009, so its current status should be verified before any enrolment decision.

Who might consider this qualification?

This qualification may interest people exploring university-level study in medicine and surgery. Because the supplied registration information is historical and its current status requires verification, prospective students should first confirm whether it is still available and recognised for new enrolment.

How this qualification may support career preparation

The qualification is related broadly to preparation for work in medicine and surgical healthcare. It should not be treated as guaranteeing employment, appointment, professional registration or entry into any specific medical career. Any career or registration implications should be confirmed with the relevant current authorities and institutions.

Official dataset information

Qualification title
Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
SAQA ID
2555
NQF sub-framework
HEQSF
NQF level
7
Minimum credits
1160
Field
9
Subfield
Promotive Health and Developmental Services
Originator
Medical University of Southern Africa
Registration end in source dataset
2009-06-30
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 and whether it is open for new enrolment.
  • Confirm that the institution or provider is currently authorised to offer the qualification.
  • Check the current admission requirements directly with the institution.
  • Ask the institution for the current assessment arrangements and whether any supervised, clinical or workplace-based requirements apply.
  • Confirm any professional registration or licensing requirements with the relevant South African authority before relying on the qualification for professional practice.
  • Obtain current information directly from the institution because the supplied registration snapshot ended on 30 June 2009.
Data source: Qualification information is based on SAQA dataset records available to Edupstairs. Always confirm current registration, provider accreditation and admission requirements before enrolling.