Bachelor of Medical Science, Innovation and Entrepreneurship | UKZN

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4 year(s)

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The Bachelor of Medical Science, Innovation and Entrepreneurship at UKZN (Westville) is a pioneering four-year degree that combines biomedical science with innovation management and entrepreneurship, preparing graduates to create and commercialise health solutions for South Africa and the continent. Students study human biology, disease mechanisms, and clinical science alongside business strategy, technology transfer, and health systems design. UKZN is one of the first South African universities to offer such an integrated programme, directly responding to the country's need for health innovators who understand both the science and the business of healthcare.

English Home Language or English First Additional Language: Level 4
Mathematics: Level 4
Physical Sciences: Level 4
Life Sciences: Level 4
Life Orientation: Level 4
APS: 30

Career Prospects

Health Tech Entrepreneur – Founds or leads health technology startups developing digital health tools, medical devices, or diagnostics for the South African market.
Medical Devices Commercialisation Manager – Takes biomedical innovations from research to market for South African and multinational medtech companies.
Health Systems Consultant – Advises government and NGOs on improving South Africa’s public health system design and efficiency.
Clinical Research Coordinator – Manages clinical trials and health research projects for South African pharmaceutical and biotech companies.
Biomedical Innovation Analyst – Identifies and evaluates emerging health technologies for investment and policy bodies in South Africa.

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