Bachelor of Nuclear Medicine

Purpose

The purpose of the qualification is to develop a competent professional nuclear medicine technologist who has thorough grounding in the knowledge and skills required for Nuclear Medicine Technology and who has gained experience in the application of such knowledge and skills in accredited workplaces. Successful completion of this qualification will entitle the student to register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

Career Opportunities

Practitioners use small amounts of radioactive substances (radio-nuclides) to diagnose and treat diseases.

Admission Requirements

Minimum APS of 31, English 5 (60%+), Mathematics 4 (50%+), Physical Sciences 4 (50%) and Life Sciences 5 (60%+).

Selection Process

Selection will be based on: academic merit and a clinical placement in a training site accredited by the Health Professional Council of South Africa.

Mathematical Literacy is not accepted.

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