Master of Medicine in Surgery

This qualification includes the various specialisations in Medicine. Please refer to "Notes" for details on the specialisations.

Purpose

The purpose of this qualification is to obtain registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a specialist clinician in the field of Surgery.

The qualification aims to provide South Africa with specialist clinicians in the field of Surgery in order to provide and promote health care of the highest standard and the continual development of a high level of knowledge and expertise that is comparable with internationally set standards in the field.

Learners will have comprehensive, in-depth knowledge, highly specialised technical (including diagnostic and therapeutic) skills and well-developed research skills in the field of Surgery. An attitude of lifelong learning will be fostered, ensuring continuing self-development and development of the field.

Society will gain specialist clinicians in the field of Surgery leading to higher efficacy of patient care, contributing also to the prevention of disease and promotive health in the community.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

The institution conducts RPL in terms of the policy and guidelines of the institution to recognise other forms of formal, informal and non-formal learning and experience. In cases where learners do not comply with the formal admission requirements, the institution applies its RPL policy.

Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, NQF Level 8.
• Register with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).

1. Obtain and assimilate scientific knowledge and associated practical experience appropriate to the discipline, to be applied critically in patient assessment and management and in a community setting.
2. Obtain professional and technical skills required to competently assess and manage patients.
3. Maintain continued competence and show a continuous interest in new developments in the specialist field as a lifelong learner.
4. Act professionally and ethically.
5. Undertake and complete a relevant research study.

Integrated Assessment

Portfolios.

Simulations.

Work-place assessments.

Written examinations.

Oral examinations.

Other

Operations.

Clinical assessments.

Assessment is continuous and done on the following basis.

Portfolio assessment

Seminars based on current research are presented.

A basic research project is conducted.

Formative Assessment

The learner works and studies under the constant and close supervision of senior clinical personnel, who assess/monitor and comment on the learner's performance, such comment being directed at the learner and the supervisor.

Summative Assessment

The portfolio work that has been compiled is assessed by the assessor(s) and moderator(s).

One or more written examinations are set at predetermined intervals and especially at or close to the conclusion of the prescribed study period. One or more oral and/or practical examinations may similarly be set. These written, oral and practical examinations are set to a high standard and are conducted in a manner which ensures comprehensive and thorough evaluation of the theoretical knowledge, acquired experience and clinical /practical skills of the learner.