Courses required to become a Medical Doctor in South Africa

Poster listing courses to become a Medical Doctor in South Africa, offered at Nelson Mandela University, Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University and Stellenbosch University, with a link to studies.mycourses.co.za

This site currently lists 9 courses across 8 South African institutions that lead to becoming a Medical Doctor: 9 Bachelor's Degrees. Entry requirements, subject choices and admission scores differ by institution and by qualification type, so it is worth comparing more than one route below before deciding where to apply. This career falls under our Health & Medicine course category.

Where to study to become a Medical Doctor in South Africa

The 8 institutions listed below each offer at least one course that leads toward a career as a Medical Doctor. Admission requirements differ by institution, so check the Grade 12 subjects and admission score on each course page before applying.

Universities that Offer Courses for Medical Doctors (8)

9 courses across 8 universities lead toward a career as a Medical Doctor, including the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB). Compare each one's admission requirements and APS score in the course list below before applying.