Programme 10130012
Programme 10130012
Programme 10130012
BCMP (10130012)
Duration of study 3 years
Total credits 428
Contact Dr JM Louw murray.louw@up.ac.za +27 (0)123563309
Programme information
The integrated outcomes-based, problem-oriented degree programme consists of theoretical modules and
clinical rotations.
Admission requirements
● The following persons will be considered for admission: a candidate who is in possession of a certificate that is
deemed by the University to be equivalent to the required Grade 12 certificate with university endorsement; a
candidate who is a graduate from another tertiary institution or has been granted the status of a graduate of
such an institution; and a candidate who is a graduate of another faculty at the University of Pretoria.
● Life Orientation is excluded in the calculation of the APS.
● Selection is based on the Grade 11 final examination results and the Biographical Information Form.
● Admission to Health Sciences programmes is subject to a selection process.
● The applications of international candidates who come from countries that have medical schools will not be
considered for placement in the MBChB programme except where intergovernmental agreements are in place.
● For selection purposes the sum of the results in six subjects, including English, Mathematics and Physical
Science, is calculated.
● Candidates, please note that your APS may not drop with more than two points in your final school examination
results in order to maintain your provisional admission.
● ?PLEASE NOTE that compliance with the minimum admission requirements does not necessarily guarantee
admission to any programme in this Faculty.
● Selection queries may be directed to healthapplications@up.ac.za.
● Physical Science and Life Sciences are not compulsory subjects, but will be an advantage for selection
purposes.
Minimum requirements
Achievement level
4 3 D D 4 3 D D 25
Fundamental modules
Anatomy 185 (ANA 185)
Module credits 21.00
Prerequisites No prerequisites.
Contact time 1 discussion class per week, 8 lectures per week, 3 practicals per week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Academic organisation Anatomy
Period of presentation Semester 1
Module content
Systemic clinical anatomy: cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urogenital, eye, ear nose and throat, nervous,
musculoskeletal, skin and endocrine systems.
Surface and regional anatomy confined to specific diagnostic, therapeutic and emergency procedures.
Academic English for Health Sciences (BClinical Medical Practice) 131 (ELH 131)
Module credits 6.00
Service modules Faculty of Health Sciences
Prerequisites No prerequisites.
Contact time 2 lectures per week, 1 discussion class per week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Academic organisation Unit for Academic Literacy
Period of presentation Semester 1
Academic English for Health Sciences (BClinical Medical Practice) 132 (ELH 132)
Module credits 6.00
Service modules Faculty of Health Sciences
Prerequisites No prerequisites.
Contact time 2 lectures per week, 1 discussion class per week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Academic organisation Unit for Academic Literacy
Period of presentation Semester 2
Module content
Further study of English in medicine, with emphasis on language skills required in clinical contexts. *Presented
to students in Health Sciences only.
Core modules
Clinical medical practice 181 (CMP 181)
Module credits 17.00
Prerequisites No prerequisites.
1 practical per week, 3 seminars per week, Community Engagement, 1 discussion
Contact time
class per week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Academic organisation Family Medicine
Period of presentation Semester 1
Module content
Introduction to the Faculty of Health Sciences, curriculum and cultural differences. Basic theory and skills in
respect of health assessment and physical examination, health promotion and disease prevention by means of
self-tuition and practical sessions in the hospital and skills laboratory. A problem-oriented and interdisciplinary
approach is emphasised.
Core modules
Clinical medical practice 281 (CMP 281)
Module credits 68.00
Prerequisites CMP 181, CMP 182
Community Engagement, 2 discussion classes per week, 3 seminars per week, 2
Contact time
lectures per week, 2 web-based periods per week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Academic organisation Family Medicine
Period of presentation Semester 1
Module content
Basic theory and skills in respect of the health promotion, disease prevention, diagnosis and treatment of
diseases of cardio/peripheral, vascular, reticulo-endothelial, endocrine, respiratory, genito-urinary and gastro-
intestinal systems by means of group discussions, self-tuition and practical sessions in the hospital and skills
laboratory. A problem-oriented and interdisciplinary approach is emphasised. Emphasis is placed on the
diagnosis and treatment of the most prominent conditions as well as the acquiring of practical and clinical skills.
Core modules
Healthcare systems 380 (CMP 380)
Module credits 10.00
Prerequisites CMP 281, CMP 282, FAR 280
Contact time 4 practicals per week, 2 lectures per week
Language of tuition Module is presented in English
Academic organisation Family Medicine
Period of presentation Year
Module content
Study of healthcare systems with emphasis on district health systems.
The information published here is subject to change and may be amended after the publication of this information. The
General Regulations (G Regulations) apply to all faculties of the University of Pretoria. It is expected of students to
familiarise themselves well with these regulations as well as with the information contained in the General Rules section.
Ignorance concerning these regulations and rules will not be accepted as an excuse for any transgression.