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Current APS: 18
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English Home Language OR First Additional Language 5(60%+), Mathematics 5(60%+), Life Sciences AND/OR Physical Sciences 5(60%+)
When applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, your selection will not be based solely on your school leaving results. A Composite Index (CI) is calculated with 60% from your academic results (five subjects) and 40% from your National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. The academic score includes English, Mathematics, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences, and the best two other subjects. For Dental Science, both Physical Sciences and Life Sciences are required All Faculty of Health Sciences applicants, except those applying to the Graduate Entry Medical Programme (GEMP) or the Graduate Entry Physiotherapy Programme (GEPP), those who are in their final year of a degree and those who have already completed a degree, must write the NBT by 18 August before being considered for admission.
English Home Language OR First Additional Language 4(50%+), Mathematics 4(50%+), Maths Literacy 7(80%+), Life Sciences AND/OR Physical Sciences 4(50%+)
When applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, your selection will not be based solely on your school leaving results. A Composite Index (CI) is calculated with 60% from your academic results (five subjects) and 40% from your National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. The academic score includes English, Mathematics, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences, and the best two other subjects. For Dental Science, both Physical Sciences and Life Sciences are required
English Home Language OR First Additional Language 5(60%+), Mathematics 5(60%+), Life Sciences 5(60%+), Life Sciences AND/OR Physical Sciences 5(60%+)
When applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, your selection will not be based solely on your school leaving results. A Composite Index (CI) is calculated with 60% from your academic results (five subjects) and 40% from your National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. The academic score includes English, Mathematics, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences, and the best two other subjects. For Dental Science, both Physical Sciences and Life Sciences are required There are two entry points into the MBBCh: first year, for applicants currently in Grade 12; third year, for applicants who have completed a relevant degree (GEMP).
English Home Language OR First Additional Language 5(60%+), Mathematics 5(60%+), Life Sciences 5(60%+), Physical Science 5(60%+)
When applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, your selection will not be based solely on your school leaving results. A Composite Index (CI) is calculated with 60% from your academic results (five subjects) and 40% from your National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. The academic score includes English, Mathematics, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences, and the best two other subjects. For Dental Science, both Physical Sciences and Life Sciences are required All applicants to Bachelor of Dental Science and Bachelor of Oral Health Sciences must spend time observing specific procedures as performed by a Dentist/Dental Therapist/Oral Hygienist to gain insight into the profession. Applicants must complete a job shadowing certificate of attendance (minimum 16 hours). Only observation hours completed between 1 July 2023 and 31 July 2024 will be accepted.
English Home Language OR First Additional Language 4(50%+), Mathematics 4(50%+), Maths Lit 7(80%+), Life Sciences AND/OR Physical Sciences 4(50%+)
When applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, your selection will not be based solely on your school leaving results. A Composite Index (CI) is calculated with 60% from your academic results (five subjects) and 40% from your National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. The academic score includes English, Mathematics, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences, and the best two other subjects. For Dental Science, both Physical Sciences and Life Sciences are required
English Home Language OR First Additional Language 4(50%+), Mathematics 4(50%+), Life Sciences AND/OR Physical Sciences 4(50%+)
When applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, your selection will not be based solely on your school leaving results. A Composite Index (CI) is calculated with 60% from your academic results (five subjects) and 40% from your National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. The academic score includes English, Mathematics, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences, and the best two other subjects. For Dental Science, both Physical Sciences and Life Sciences are required
English Home Language OR First Additional Language 5(60%+), Mathematics 5(60%+), Life Sciences 5(60%+), Life Sciences AND/OR Physical Sciences 5(60%+)
When applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, your selection will not be based solely on your school leaving results. A Composite Index (CI) is calculated with 60% from your academic results (five subjects) and 40% from your National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. The academic score includes English, Mathematics, Physical Sciences or Life Sciences, and the best two other subjects. For Dental Science, both Physical Sciences and Life Sciences are required
English Home Language OR First Additional Language 4(50%+), Mathematics 4(50%+), Life Sciences AND/OR Physical Sciences 4(50%+)
All applicants to BSc Occupational Therapy must spend time observing an Occupational Therapist and all applicants to BSc Physiotherapy must spend time observing a Physiotherapist, to gain insight into the profession. Applicants must complete a job shadowing certificate of attendance (minimum 16 hours). Only observation hours completed between 1 July 2023 and 31 July 2024 will be accepted.
English Home Language OR First Additional Language 5(60%+), Mathematics 5(60%+), Life Sciences 5(60%+),Life Sciences AND/OR Physical Sciences 5(60%+)
All applicants to BSc Occupational Therapy must spend time observing an Occupational Therapist and all applicants to BSc Physiotherapy must spend time observing a Physiotherapist, to gain insight into the profession. Applicants must complete a job shadowing certificate of attendance (minimum 16 hours). Only observation hours completed between 1 July 2023 and 31 July 2024 will be accepted.
"DUE TO THE LIMITED NUMBER OF PLACES AVAILABLE, MEETING THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS DOES NOT GUARANTEE A PLACE. FINAL SELECTION IS MADE SUBJECT TO THE AVAILABILITY OF PLACES, ACADEMIC RESULTS AND OTHER ENTRY REQUIREMENTS WHERE APPLICABLE."
Important: The information displayed is sourced from the Wits University prospectus.