- Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University Faculty of Health Sciences
- University of Cape Town Faculty of Health Sciences
- University of the Free State Faculty of Health Sciences
- University of KwaZulu-Natal Nelson R. Mandela School of Medicine
- University of Limpopo Medical school
- University of Pretoria School of Medicine
- University of Stellenbosch Faculty of Health Sciences
- University of the Witwatersrand Faculty of Health Sciences
- Walter Sisulu University Faculty of Health Sciences
- Nelson Mandela University Medical school
In South Africa, how long does it take to study medicine?
- South African medical schools require six years to complete the MBChB degree. Typically, the first two years are dedicated to laying the foundation for a medical career by teaching both the fundamental medical sciences and basic sciences (such as chemistry, physics, and biology) (like psychology, anatomy, immunology etc).
What do doctors make in South Africa?
- An early career Physician / Doctor, General Practice earns an average total compensation of R462,239 per year, according to 158 salaries. A mid-career Physician / Doctor, General Practice earns an average total compensation of R510,068 per year, according to 72 salaries.
What is the cost of studying medicine in South Africa?
- The first-year medicine degree at the University of the Free State costs R64,500, which is R23,000 more expensive than the most expensive degree in South Africa. The University of Limpopo’s first-year tuition for a medical degree was approximately R31,800 in 2014.