Prospectus

2016-17
Faculty of Health Sciences
MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN
It gives me great pleasure to welcome you to
the Faculty of Health Sciences. Recognized
nationally and internationally, the Faculty
of Health Sciences is unique in that it offers
accredited qualifications in the domains of
Public and Allied Health, Nursing Sciences,
Complementary Health and Sport and
Movement Studies. Our Faculty is proud to
offer students a preferred learning experience:
innovative methods of teaching with a focus
on problem-based and outcome education
complemented by appropriate facilities
including a well-equipped clinical simulation
laboratory, Anatomy and Physiology complex
also incorporating a dissection facility and well
equipped laboratories.
With our on-site Health Training Centre and
other related placements we ensure that
students receive a wide-range of relevant clinical
and other experience under the supervision of
qualified practitioners. Faculty staff contribute
to the research needs of the country while we
remain committed to sustainable community
development activities. Our focus on life-long
learning remains core from the day learners
enter our programmes, continuing throughout
their professional careers.
The Faculty is committed to ensure that we
produce competent health and wellness
professionals who offer the finest in patient care
and health services.
Welcome to Health Sciences and UJ, we look
forward to this journey together with you.
Prof Andr Swart
Executive Dean:
Faculty of Health Sciences
ABOUT US
The Faculty offers learners a preferred
experience; innovative methods of training
with a focus on problem-based education
complemented by appropriate facilities
including a well-equipped dissection facility and
laboratories. Our onsite Health Training Centre
ensures that students receive a wide-range
of relevant experience under the supervision
of qualified practitioners, complemented by
placements in relevant service rendering facilities.
Postgraduate studies form an important
component of the Facultys activities. In
collaboration with various partners, including
but not exclusive to the National Research
Foundation, Medical Research Council and World
Health Organization, we strive to address key
challenges relevant to the South African situation.
In keeping with our pursuit of excellence, we
are constantly re-evaluating our approaches to
teaching, learning and assessment. Programme
reviews, external advisory committees and quality
assurance initiatives are some examples of how
we ensure that we remain leaders in our relevant
fields.
Our Faculty is committed to community
development and various programmes are
involved in sustainable, social investment and
community outreach programmes. Furthermore,
our focus on life-long learning remains core from
the day learners enter our programmes and
throughout their professional careers.
FACULTY CONTACT DETAILS
Executive Dean
Prof Andr Swart
Vice Dean: Teaching and Learning
Dr Shahed Nalla
Vice Dean Research and Innovation
Prof Brandon Shaw
Head of Faculty Administration Health Sciences@UJ
Mrs Shellaine Rooi | 011 559 6234
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Admission for international applicants is subject
to meeting the compliance requirements as
stipulated by the Immigration Act No 13 of
2002, the regulations made there under the
;Universitys policy. Application and closing
date. You may apply online at www.uj.ac.za and
follow a link to Apply@UJ, or you may download
the application form, which should either be
submitted to the Student Enrolment Centre or
mailed to the University.
Please note: All applicants are advised not to
send cash by mail or leave documents and cash
with any unauthorised persons.
All international applicants should take note of
the following:
Submit a completed application form with the
following certified supporting documents:
Sworn English translation of documents
(applicants from non-English medium
schools only)
Provide proof of a non-refundable
application fee of R200.00 for
paper applications.
Undergraduate Senior Faculty Officer
Mrs Bathabile Vilakazi | 011 559 6373
Postgraduate Senior Faculty Officer
Ms Raihaanah Pieterse | 011 559 6073
General Enquiries
011 559 6925
@HealthScienceUJ
The University of Johannesburg offers applicants
a first and second choice in terms of what they
wish to study. All applicants should fill in both a
first and a second choice on the application form.
Submit completed application for on-campus
residence with proof of payment for the
applicable deposit.
For more information visit the
international office website:
http://www.uj.ac.za/internationalstudents
All applicants have to complete the NBT
(National Benchmark Test) prior to admission.
The result of the NBT will inform decisions
taken on placement of the applicant. Relevant
regulatory body admission requirements to
be adhered to.
The right to add, withdraw or in any way
change any part or any regulation without prior
notification remains vested in the University
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICANTS WITH A
NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL) (NCV)
For admission to a Degree (4 years) the For admission to a BCom Degree and For admission to a National Diploma (3 years)
applicant must have: BA Degree (3 years) the applicant the applicant must have:
A NCV (level 4) issued by the Council must have:
A NCV (level 4) issued by the Council for
for General and Further Education / A NCV (level 4) issued by the Council for General and Further Education and Training.
and Training. General and Further Education and Training. An achievement of at least 60% for 5 of the
Achieved a minimum of 70% for 5 Achieved a minimum of 60% for 6 of the 7 subjects fundamental and vocational
of the 7 subjects fundamental and 7 subjects fundamental and vocational categories.
vocational categories. categories. An achievement of at least 60% in English
Passed English as Language of Teaching Passed English as Language of Teaching as Language of Teaching and Learning / First
and Learning / First Additional Language and Learning / First Additional Language Additional Language.
as fundamental component with a minimum as fundamental component with a minimum An achievement of at least 60% in
of 70%. of 70%. Mathematics or 70% in Mathematics
Passed Mathematics and Physical Sciences Passed Mathematics and Physical Sciences Literacy taken as fundamental subjects.
as Fundamental Components with a minimum as Fundamental Components with a minimum
score of 70%. score of 60%.
 Physical Sciences
learning- English

Mathematical
teaching and

Mathematics

Life Sciences
Language of

Additional

Additional
Subject 1

Subject 2
Literacy
Minimum
Programme

APS
DEGREE PROGRAMME (4 Years)
Bachelor of Health Science
Emergency Medical Care 26 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
B9E01Q Career Campus
Applicants must pass both the
Emergency Care Practitioners are specialists in the field of pre-hospital emergency care and DFC
fitness assessment, phobia
evaluation and the medical rescue, focusing on management of critically ill or injured patients
examination in order to gain
entry into Emergency Medical
Care degree

Bachelor of Environmental Health

Environmental Health 24 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
B9ENV1 Career Campus
Note: This programme will Environmental Health Practitioner will function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team of DFC
be offered in 2017 subject to professionals in accordance with the scope of profession. As such this person will be able to
approval by the regulatory board communicate effectively, foster entrepreneurship, uphold professional and Environmental
in 2016 Health ethics and manage human, financial and physical resources within the scope of
profession.
Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
 Physical Sciences
learning- English

Mathematical
teaching and

Mathematics

Life Sciences
Language of

Additional

Additional
Subject 1

Subject 2
Literacy
Minimum
Programme

APS
DEGREE PROGRAMME (4 Years)
Bachelor of Diagnostic Radiography
Diagnostic Radiography 27 Mathematics OR 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 6 (70%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
B9M01Q 29 with Mathematical Literacy
Applicants must have either Life
Sciences/ Physical Sciences or
both subject to gain entry into Career Campus
this programme Radiographers use X-ray equipment to produce images that assist in the diagnosis of injuries DFC
and abnormalities

Bachelor of Diagnostic Ultrasound

Diagnostic Ultrasound 27 Mathematics OR 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 6 (70%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
B9M03Q 29 with Mathematical Literacy
Applicants must have either Life Career Campus
Sciences/ Physical Sciences or Practitioners uses high frequency sound waves to produce images of body structures DFC
both subject to gain entry into
this programme

Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
 Physical Sciences
learning- English

Mathematical
teaching and

Mathematics

Life Sciences
Language of

Additional

Additional
Subject 1

Subject 2
Literacy
Minimum
Programme

APS
DEGREE PROGRAMME (4 Years)
Bachelor of Nuclear Medicine Technology
Nuclear Medicine Technology 27 Mathematics OR 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 6 (70%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
B9M02Q 29 with Mathematical Literacy
Applicants must have either Life Career Campus
Sciences/ Physical Sciences or Practitioners use small amounts of radioactive substances (radionuclides) to DFC
both subject to gain entry into
diagnose and treat diseases
this programme

Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
Bachelor of Radiation Therapy
Radiation Therapy 27 Mathematics OR 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 6 (70%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
B9M04Q 29 with Mathematical Literacy
Applicants must have either Life Career Campus
Sciences/ Physical Sciences or
Radiographers use X-ray equipment to produce images that assist in the diagnosis DFC
both subject to gain entry into
this programme of injuries and abnormalities

Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
 Physical Sciences
learning- English

Mathematical
teaching and

Mathematics

Life Sciences
Language of

Additional

Additional
Subject 1

Subject 2
Literacy
Minimum
Programme

APS
DEGREE PROGRAMME (4 Years)
Bachelor of Optometry
B Optom 29 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) Not accepted 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+)
B9O01Q
Career Campus
Optometrists examine eyes for vision problems, diseases and other abnormal DFC
conditions and then prescribe lenses and/or treatment, if necessary
BTECH DEGREE (4years)
Podiatry
502-2 25 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Career Campus
Podiatrists advise on and treat foot and lower-limb disorders DFC

Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant.
 learning- English

Mathematical
teaching and

Mathematics
Language of

Additional

Additional

Additional

Additional
Subject 1

Subject 2

Subject 3

Subject 4
Literacy
Minimum
Programme

APS
BACHELOR OF NURSING (4 YEARS)
Baccalaureus Curationis
B Cur 27 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+)* 4 (50%+)
BCU001 Career Campus
Nurses are responsible for determining the needs of patients and planning a nursing DFC
care plan for each appointment. *Recommended for additional recognised language.
BACHELOR OF BIOKINETICS (4 YEARS)
Bachelor of Biokinetics
Biokinetics 28 Mathematics 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+)*
B9S05Q 29 Mathematical Literacy
Life Sciences, although
Career Campus
not compulsory, is highly
recommended for entry into Biokineticists primarily utilise their professional expertise in exercise, physical activity and DFC
health education to enhance/promote health in general, and specifically prevent
this programme dysfunction, restore and maintain an individuals compromised functional ability,
particularly in respect of orthopaedic injury and chronic disease states.
*Recommended for additional recognised language.
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE DEGREE PROGRAMME (3 YEARS)
Sport Management
B9S04Q 23 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+)
Career Campus
Sport Manager, Sport Marketer, Sport Administrator, Sport Events Organiser, Sport Promoter, DFC
Coach or Specialisation in Biokinetics, Sport Science or Sport Management Honours,
Researcher, Exercise Scientist
 learning- English

Mathematical
teaching and

Mathematics
Language of

Additional

Additional

Additional

Additional
Subject 1

Subject 2

Subject 3

Subject 4
Literacy
Minimum
Programme

APS
BACHELOR OF ARTS DEGREE PROGRAMMES (3 YEARS)
Sport Psychology
B9S02Q 23 Mathematics OR 5 (60%+) 3 (40%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)* 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+)
24 with Mathematical Literacy
Career Campus
Specialisation in Biokinetics, Sport Science or Sport Management honours, Coach, DFC
Specialisation in Psychology, Researcher, Exercise Scientist
Sport Communication
B9S01Q 23 Mathematics OR 5 (60%+) 3 (40%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)* 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+)
24 with Mathematical Literacy
Career Campus
Sport Commentator, Sport Journalist, Sport Anchor, Researcher, Specialisation in DFC
Biokinetics, Sport Science or Sport Management honours, Coach, Exercise Scientist
Sport Development
B9S03Q 23 Mathematics OR 5 (60%+) 3 (40%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)* 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+)
24 with Mathematical Literacy
Career Campus
Sport Development Officer, Researcher, Specialisation in Biokinetics, Sport Science or Sport DFC
Management honours, Coach, Exercise Scientist
Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS. *Recommended for additional recognised language.
 Physical Sciences
learning- English

Mathematical
teaching and

Mathematics

Life Sciences
Language of

Additional

Additional
Subject 1

Subject 2
Literacy
Minimum
Programme

APS
MTECH DEGREE (5 Years)
Chiropractic
358-1 25 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Career Campus
Chiropractors treat conditions and injuries that are nerve, muscle or joint related DFC

Homeopathy
357-1 25 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Career Campus
Homeopaths apply a holistic method of healing for the treatment of human diseases DFC
and ailments

Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
 Physical Sciences
learning- English

Mathematical
teaching and

Mathematics

Life Sciences
Language of

Additional

Additional
Subject 1

Subject 2
Literacy
Minimum
Programme

APS
NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES (3 Years)
Biomedical Technology
358 24 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Career Campus
Biomedical Technologists analyse clinical specimens submitted to laboratories by medical DFC
practitioners and interpret the results
Environmental Health
383 23 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Note: Enrolment of new Career Campus
students will not occur for the
Environmental Health Practitioners research, identify, evaluate and control possible DFC
Diploma Programme if approval
environmental health hazards
is received to offer the BSc in
Environmental Health in 2017.
Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
 learning- English

Mathematical
teaching and

Mathematics
Language of

Additional

Additional

Additional

Additional
Subject 1

Subject 2

Subject 3

Subject 4
Literacy
Minimum
Programme

APS
NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMMES (3 Years)
Sport Management
393-1 18 Mathematics OR 3 (40%+) 3 (40%+) 4 (50%+) 3 (40%+) 3 (40%+) 3 (40%+) 3 (40%+)
19 with Mathematical Literacy
Career Campus
Sports Administrator, Facilities Manager, Professional Coach, Fitness Trainer, Sports Marketer, DFC
Sports Sponsorship Manager, Events Manager and Marketer Practitioners research, identify,
evaluate and control possible environmental health hazards
Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.

Mathematical
and learning-

Mathematics

Life Sciences
of teaching

Additional

Additional
Language

Subject 1

Subject 2
Minimum

Sciences
Physical
Literacy
English
Programme

APS

DIPLOMA PROGRAMME (3 Years)

Emergency Medical Care
D9E01Q 26 5 (60%+) 4 (50%+) Not accepted 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+) 4 (50%+)
Applicants will be required to Career Campus
undergo a structured personal
Emergency Medical Care Diploma Graduates are eligible to register with the Health Professions DFC
interview, a phobia evaluation,
a medical examination, a Council of South Africa as Emergency Care Technicians (ECTs). ECTs are responsible for the
physical fitness- and a swimming treatment of ill and injured persons in the pre-hospital emergency care environment. Career
proficiency evaluation opportunities exist in public and private emergency medical services both locally and abroad.
Meeting the Facultys minimum requirements for a particular programme does not necessarily guarantee admission to that programme due to space
constraints. All applicants have to complete the NBT (National Benchmark Test) prior to admission. The result of the NBT will inform decisions taken on
placement of the applicant. Life Orientation is not included when calculating APS.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The University of Johannesburg offers two ways
for you to apply for admission. You can either
apply via our paper application process or the
online application system.
APPLICATION PROCESS PAPER
APPLICATIONS
Step 1: Select your qualification study choices
1 and 2. (Ensure you meet the admission
requirements as set out in this prospectus.)
Step 2: Complete the academic application form
with a payment of R200 for a paper application
(no payment required for online application).
Step 3: Once you have submitted your
application, please allow for three weeks before
checking on the status of your application. If your
application meets the necessary requirements
and there is space in your selected programme,
you will be informed on whether your application
has been successful or not.
ONLINE APPLICATION PROCESS Please note that all official communication will be
sent via email. You may also go to the UJ website
Please note the following:
to check your application status using your ID or
No application fee will be charged for online student number. NB: If you receive a conditional
applications. acceptance letter, your matric results will
If you have previously applied and have a UJ determine final admission into the programme
student number, please call the UJ Call Centre you have applied for. Only then will you be
(011 559 4555) to ensure that your cell number allowed to register and sign up for the first year
and email address are captured on our subjects in your selected programme.
student database.
This will ensure you receive a PIN number to Facebook: Health Sciences@UJ
complete the online application process. An Twitter: @HealthScienceUJ
applicant must go to www.uj.ac.za/Apply and
select online web application.
Please keep an eye out on the UJ website
www.uj.ac.za for any possible change to the
instructions to apply online.
Points are awarded for the six symbols on your Grade 11 or Grade 12 report.
See example below.
School Subject Marks APS
First language (language of teaching and learning) 65% 5
Additional recognised language 71% 6
Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy 61% 5
Accounting 68% 5
Geography 86% 7
Total 35
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