What is Pediatrics?
Pediatrics is the branch of medicine that involves the medical care of infants, children, and adolescents.
How Long Does It Take To study Pediatrics In South Africa?
The overall duration of studying to become a pediatrician takes approximately 7 years. For students pursuing their postgraduate study for specialization as a pediatrician the candidate:
Must have their MBChB degree in possession for 2 years.
Schools That Offer Pediatrics Courses In South Africa
University of Pretoria
Where can I study Pediatrics in South Africa?
The Department of Paediatrics and Child Health at the University of Pretoria is a national and continental resource and advocate in Paediatrics and Child Health,
advancing excellence in research, training, and continuing professional development, clinical care, and administration.
What qualifications do you need to be a pediatrician in South Africa?
Be in possession of an MBChB degree for 2 years; – be registered as a medical doctor with the Interim Medical and Dental Council (IMDC) of South Africa for 1 year.
On successful completion of the examination to qualify as a specialist, the candidate must register with the IMDC as a pediatrician.
How much does it cost to become a pediatrician in South Africa?
With tuition fees at an average of R35,000, and adding the three totals, it costs an international student approximately R116,500 to attend UKZN.
For UCT, it may be as much as R150,000 for students who live away from campus, assuming that they take vacation time.