Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Medicine in Dermatology in South Africa

The Master of Medicine in Dermatology is a specialized postgraduate program focusing on the diagnosis, treatment and management of skin diseases. It provides comprehensive training to doctors, equipping them with the skills and knowledge required to become proficient dermatologists and contribute to healthcare in the field. The curriculum of the MMed Dermatology program covers a broad range of topics related to dermatology and includes both theoretical and practical components. The coursework includes subjects such as dermatopathology, clinical dermatology, dermatosurgery, pediatric dermatology, cosmetic dermatology and dermatological research methods.

Below are some of the possible career opportunities for Master of Medicine in Dermatology graduates in South Africa:
i. Cosmetic Dermatologist
ii. Mohs Surgeon
iii. Dermatological Surgeon
iv. Public Health and Dermatology Programs
v. Pharmaceutical Industry
vi. Telemedicine and Online Consultations
vii. Dermatologist (Private practice, clinics, hospitals, academic institutions)
viii. Dermatopathologist (Pathology labs)
ix. Academic and Research Careers (Professors, lecturers, researchers)
x. Hospital or Clinic Consultant

Institutions Offering Master of Medicine in Dermatology

•  University of Limpopo, Polokwane  
  Course Entry Requirements:
  In order to be admitted to MMed degree course a candidate must:
  (a) Be in possession of MBChB or equivalent degree and be registered with the Health Professions
  Council of South Africa as a medical practitioner;
  (b) Be appointed to a Registrar's post recognised by the HPCSA. This post must be occupied for
  the full duration of registration as required under these rules;
  (c) Meet any other requirements that may be enunciated in the rules for the specific degree for
  which registration is requested.
  
  Course Duration:
  (a) The duration of the MMed. degrees will be a minimum of four years.
  (b) The maximum will be six years.
•  University of Pretoria, Pretoria  
  Admission Requirements:
  MBChB (or equivalent) degree or relevant medical degree with modules equivalent to at least the first two years of the MBChB degree
  Currently registered as a physician with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and must have been registered for at least one year.
  
  Duration of study:
  4 years, full-time.
•  University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch  
  Specific admission requirements:
  This programme does not have specific admission requirements. The general admission requirements for MMed programmes as mentioned in section 5.3.1 above are applicable.
  
  Course Duration: 4 years
•  University of the Free State, Bloemfontein  
  
•  Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, Pretoria  
  

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