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How to become a medical scientist

Compare programmes, entry requirements and universities for becoming a Medical Scientist.

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University requirements

Compare the APS and subject requirements for programmes that can lead to Medical Scientist. Universities use different APS scales, so check your marks against each university separately.

Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences

Degree

People with an interest in medical technology imaging and treatment, and don’t mind working with sick people.

Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences

University of Limpopo

APS 26
Faculty of Health Sciences

Subject requirements

Maths 50%+English HL 50%+English FAL 50%+Physical Sciences 60%+Life Sciences 60%+
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Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences

University of Pretoria

APS 32
Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences

Subject requirements

Maths 50%+English HL 50%+English FAL 50%+Physical Sciences 50%+
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