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Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Extended Curriculum (MBChB – ECP) | SMU

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University

Duration

7 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Requirements

The Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Extended Program (MBChB-ECP) is reserved for South African Black learners from Quinle 1 and 2
schools who have not previously been engaged in tertiary education and have
not been able to get admission into the six-year SMU medicine degree
program (MBChB). Applicants that do not meet the above criteria are
declined. Only 50 spaces are available on a competitive basis. After completing
the one-year foundation program, students enter the mainstream SMU
MBChB program.

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Career Prospects

  • General Practitioner (GP): Diagnose and treat a wide range of common medical conditions in community health clinics, private practices, or hospitals. GPs also provide preventive care, health education, and manage chronic illnesses.
  • Medical Specialist: Pursue further specialization in fields such as cardiology, surgery, pediatrics, or neurology. Medical specialists work in hospitals and private practices, offering advanced diagnostic and treatment options in their chosen specialties.
  • Public Health Specialist: Work within government agencies, NGOs, or international health organizations to design, implement, and evaluate public health programs aimed at improving population health, preventing diseases, and promoting healthy lifestyles.
  • Medical Researcher: Contribute to the advancement of medical science by conducting clinical trials, developing new treatments, or studying disease patterns. Medical researchers are employed by universities, pharmaceutical companies, and research institutions.
  • Hospital Administrator: Take on a leadership role within a hospital or healthcare organization, managing staff, coordinating medical services, and overseeing patient care delivery to ensure operational efficiency and high-quality care.

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