University of Pretoria - Faculty of Health Sciences
DMed (Medical Microbiology)DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Doctor of Medicine (DMed) in Medical Microbiology provides an in-depth understanding of infectious diseases and their diagnosis, prevention, and treatment. Students will engage with advanced microbiological techniques and research methodologies relevant to clinical settings. This program is designed to equip graduates with the skills necessary to address contemporary challenges in health care.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in various fields such as clinical microbiology, infection control, and public health. Potential roles include medical microbiologist, clinical research scientist, and epidemiologist.
Introduction
DMed (Medical Microbiology)
The DMed degree is conferred by virtue of a thesis and, if the Dean deems it necessary, an examination on the field of study of the thesis.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Curriculum
Year 1
Core modules
Thesis: Geriatrics 990
Final year
Core modules
Thesis: Geriatrics 990
Program Outcome
Credits:360