Master of Medicine in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Explore the SAQA dataset information, NQF level and approved career relationships for this qualification.
About this qualification
This is an NQF Level 9 Master of Medicine qualification focused on plastic and reconstructive surgery within the Curative Health field. It is associated with the University of KwaZulu-Natal and carries 180 credits. The qualification’s registration status should be verified before relying on it for current study or career planning.
Who might consider this qualification?
Medical professionals considering advanced postgraduate study in plastic and reconstructive surgery may consider this qualification, subject to the institution’s applicable admission and selection requirements.
How this qualification may support career preparation
The qualification may support further study and specialist career development related to plastic and reconstructive surgery. It is associated with the career of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon as a further-study relationship, but it does not guarantee career entry, appointment or professional registration.
Skills this qualification may help develop
- Advanced study related to plastic and reconstructive surgery
- Specialist knowledge development in a curative health context
Official dataset information
- Qualification title
- Master of Medicine in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
- SAQA ID
- 110886
- NQF sub-framework
- HEQSF
- NQF level
- 9
- Minimum credits
- 180
- Field
- 9
- Subfield
- Curative Health
- Originator
- University of KwaZulu-Natal
- Registration end in source dataset
- 2021-07-01
Before enrolling
- Verify the qualification’s current SAQA registration status and whether it is open for new enrolment.
- Confirm that the institution and programme are currently authorised or accredited for delivery.
- Check the provider’s current admission, selection and prior-qualification requirements.
- Confirm the assessment requirements and whether any clinical, practical or workplace-based requirements apply.
- Ask the provider how completion of the qualification relates to any professional registration or specialist-practice requirements, and verify those requirements with the relevant authority.