MMedVet (Pathology) (Coursework)

MMedVet (Pathology) (Coursework)

Also consult the General Academic Regulations G30 – G41.

A master's degree in Veterinary Medicine (MMedVet) is a clinical specialty degree at NQF-level 9 of 360 credits to be completed in 3 years of full-time study as part of a residential training program. The training program consists of clinical work (at least 90 weeks of supervised clinical training), coursework, culminating in a multi-component examination (270 credits) and a research project resulting in a mini-dissertation (of 90 credits) and subsequent publications as required for SAVC registration as a specialist.

• The MMedVet degree may entitle the holder to registration as a specialist with the South African Veterinary Council together with other requirements as determined by Council. Candidates are encouraged to review current Council guidelines on specialist registration.
• The candidate will be required to work full-time at the faculty in the field of specialisation under supervision of an approved supervisor for the required duration, or with approval from the SAVC, conduct clinical practice in specified facilities and based on a Program approved by the supervisor.
• Students are required to confirm whether a module will be presented in any particular year. This enquiry should be directed to the Faculty PG Student Administration co-ordinator according to the syllabi information provided in the list of modules in this yearbook.

Minimum admission requirements:

• BVSc degree or an equivalent veterinary degree
• Applicable experience of at least two years as a veterinarian, or training of at least one year in the specific field as an intern at a recognised training facility
• An entrance examination may be required
• Registration as a veterinarian with the South African Veterinary Council (SAVC) or authorisation by the SAVC to be enrolled for MMedVet studies

Additional requirements

The candidate will be required to work full-time at the faculty in the field of specialisation under supervision of an approved supervisor for the required duration.

Year 1

Core modules

• Pathology 800
• Mini-dissertation: Pathology 890
• Research methodology 813

Year 2

Core modules

• Pathology 800
• Mini-dissertation: Pathology 890

Final year

Core modules

• Pathology 800
• Mini-dissertation: Pathology 890

Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.

Please contact the institute for more information about tuition fees

Credits: 360