Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Toxicology
The Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Toxicology aims to train you, as an appropriately qualified scientist, in the field of medical toxicology. The curriculum covers the most important areas of medical toxicology and will help broaden your knowledge as a healthcare professional. After completing the course, you will:
• have the practical skills to diagnose and manage patients exposed to poisonous chemicals;
• be able to work in medical facilities where you can assist in managing poisoned patients; and
• be able to advise other healthcare professionals on the diagnosis and management of poisoned patients.
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Please note that selection for postgraduate programmes is highly competitive. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the programme.
Minimum toelatingsvereistes
Specific admission requirements
• A bachelor’s degree (e.g. MBChB, BPharm or BNur) or another relevant qualification on at least NQF level 7.
• If you are an international student who did not use English as medium of instruction for your undergraduate studies, you may be required to provide evidence of your oral and academic writing proficiency in English.
• BScHons with a minimum of 2 years’ experience
Programstruktuur
Duration
The programme extends over two years.
Presentation
The programme is offered by means of blended learning and includes e-learning, guided self-study, assignments, homework tasks and e-portfolios for integrated reflection, as well as two formal face-to-face lecture weeks.
Programme content
You must complete all five modules listed below.
Introduction to Toxicology 775(24)
Poisoning Management and Prevention 775(24)
Poisoning with Biological Toxins 775(24)
Poisoning with Non-drug Chemicals 775(24)
Poisoning with Pharmaceuticals 775(24)
Assessment and examination
• To obtain the PG Dip (Medical Toxicology) you must:
o show satisfactory attendance of classes and satisfactory participation in e-learning activities; and
o pass each of the five modules with an average mark of at least 50%.
• The final mark is calculated as follows:
o Section 1: written assignments and online quizzes (25%).
o Section 2: e-portfolios for integrated reflection (15%).
o Section 3: discussions of case studies (24%).
o Section 4: Two written examinations (36%) – one online and one in person.
• To pass the programme with distinction you must obtain a mark of 75%.