Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Medicine in Nuclear Medicine in South Africa

  • Course Name: Master of Medicine in Nuclear Medicine()
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  • Course Category: Masters Courses

Master of Medicine in Nuclear Medicine program equips students with advanced knowledge and skills in the field of nuclear medicine. It focuses on the use of radioactive substances and imaging techniques to diagnose and treat diseases. Students will gain a deep understanding of nuclear physics, radiation safety, radiopharmaceutical production and imaging modalities.

Upon completion of this program, graduates can pursue various career opportunities including:
1. Nuclear Medicine Physician
2. Radiopharmacist
3. Nuclear Medicine Technologist
4. Clinical Researcher in Nuclear Medicine
5. Radiation Safety Officer
6. Medical Imaging Consultant
7. Academia/Teaching in Nuclear Medicine
8. Radiology Department Administrator
9. Nuclear Medicine Equipment Sales Representative
10. Quality Control Officer in Radiopharmacy

Institutions Offering Master of Medicine in Nuclear Medicine

  • University of Limpopo University of Limpopo, Polokwane  
    Course Entry Requirements:
    In order to be admitted to MMed degree course a candidate must:
    (a) Be in possession of MBChB or equivalent degree and be registered with the Health Professions
    Council of South Africa as a medical practitioner;
    (b) Be appointed to a Registrar's post recognised by the HPCSA. This post must be occupied for
    the full duration of registration as required under these rules;
    (c) Meet any other requirements that may be enunciated in the rules for the specific degree for
    which registration is requested.

    Course Duration:
    (a) The duration of the MMed. degrees will be a minimum of four years.
    (b) The maximum will be six years.
  • University of Pretoria 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:
    4 years, full-time.
  • University of Stellenbosch University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch  
    Course Duration: 4 years
  • University of the Free State University of the Free State, Bloemfontein  
  • Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria  




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