Health Sciences and Social Services - Curative Health
The qualification has been designed to help fill specific human resource gaps in the South African health sector. The career opportunities available to learners will include:
For all these careers, there is currently no appropriate programme of study. They all have a common need for an understanding of human biology, preferably to a second-year level. They share a common need for knowledge of medical terminology and some insight into the philosophy of scientific research. They all need an understanding of the place of medicine and the health professions in society, and they each need their specialized studies to a third-year level. This degree will often be the springboard for an Honours or Masters Qualification that would develop people for careers such as laboratory scientists, public or private sector managers, and health care professionals.
The scientific basis of medicine has developed rapidly in the last few years, particularly in the field of molecular and cell biology. This qualification will offer courses in molecular medicine as part of an undergraduate bachelor's qualification. Many areas in the social sciences and humanities have developed a specific focus on health and medicine. They are now affluent areas of research in their rights.
Thus, in this qualification, some areas, such as Sociology, Applied Philosophy, Psychology, Economics, Policy Studies, and History of Medicine, may wish to offer modules with a specific health focus developed for this qualification. In other areas, learners will be able to choose from an extensive menu of courses currently offered by various faculties which are not specifically adapted for this qualification but offer a broader education and context.
The qualification has the potential to open new avenues of postgraduate study at Wits. This should also assist the Institution in its mission to increase the proportion of graduate learners.
Rationale:
Demonstrate a sound understanding of scientific investigative procedures and their application to problem-solving:
Biomedical Sciences Track:
Human Sciences Track:
Both Tracks:
Collect and Record Health-Relevant Information:
Recognize the Nature and Scope of Medical Science Disciplines:
Incorporate Ethical and Legal Issues:
Communicate Effectively:
Acknowledge Vocational Training and Professional Education:
Integrated Assessment:
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