Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Medicine in Anatomical Pathology in South Africa

Master of Medicine in Anatomical Pathology program equips students with a comprehensive understanding of the pathological basis of diseases. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge and practical training, students learn to examine and diagnose tissue samples, contributing to the field of medical research and patient care. This rigorous program focuses on various aspects of anatomical pathology including histopathology, cytopathology, forensic pathology and molecular pathology.


Graduates of this program are well-prepared to pursue various career opportunities such as:
1. Anatomical Pathologist
2. Histopathologist
3. Forensic Pathologist
4. Cytopathologist
5. Research Scientist
6. Medical Consultant
7. Academia and Teaching
8. Hospital Pathologist
9. Clinical Pathologist
10. Molecular Pathologist

Institutions Offering Master of Medicine in Anatomical Pathology

•  University of Pretoria, Pretoria  
  Admission Requirements:
  MBChB (or equivalent) degree or relevant medical degree with modules equivalent to at least the first two years of the MBChB degree
  Currently registered as a physician with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and must have been registered for at least one year
  
  Duration of study:
  5 years, full-time.
•  University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch  
  Specific admission requirements:
  - General admission requirements for MMed programmes
  - Following recommendations apply:
  • Completion of the Pathology for non-Pathology disciplines module prior to application.
  • For self-funded registrars: Evidence of competence in academic English (e.g. IELTS – band 7).
  
  Course Duration: 5 years
•  University of the Free State, Bloemfontein  
  
•  Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria  
  

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