HEALTH AND WELLNESS SCIENCES

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1 FACULTY OF HEALTH AND WELLNESS SCIENCES prospectus 2015

2 Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this handbook; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require making changes to any of the published details.

3 contents Contact details Minimum admission requirements BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY 6 Baccalaureus Technologiae DENTAL ASSISTING 8 Higher Certificate DENTAL TECHNOLOGY 10 National Diploma Baccalaureus Technologiae EMERGENCY CARE 13 Higher Certificate Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care Degree Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care Degree(ECP) Masters Degree MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE 18 Bachelor of Health Sciences degree NURSING 22 Baccalaureus Technologiae (Basic qualification) Baccalaureus Technologiae (Post-basic qualification) OPTICAL DISPENSING 26 National Diploma RADIOGRAPHY 28 Bachelor of Science Degrees (Diagnostic, RadiationTherapy, Nuclear Medicine, Diagnostic Ultrasound) Baccalaureus Technologiae SOMATOLOGY 34 National Diploma Baccalaureus Technologiae GENERAL INfORMATION 37

4 D CONTACT DETAILS POSTAL ADDRESS Bellville Campus PO Box 1906 Bellville 7535 Cape Town Campus PO Box 652 Cape Town 8000 Course enquiries should be directed to faculty office staff. Telephone numbers are supplied under the different courses. Certain programmes will only be offered if there are sufficient numbers of applicants. Please make enquiries early in the year preceding the intended year of study if you are interested in a particular qualification. STREET ADDRESSES BELLvILLE CAMPUS Symphony Way Bellville CAPE TOwN CAMPUS Keizersgracht District 6 Cape Town [email protected] CONSOLIDATION OF FACULTY As a result of the merger between the former Cape and Peninsula Technikons, the information contained in this publication is subject to change. Applicants will be advised of any changes on application to the Cape Peninsula University of Technology. Over the next two years ( ) the Faculty of Health and Wellness Sciences will be consolidated on the Bellville Campus while retaining a presence at the Western Cape College of Nursing (Athlone), Groote Schuur Hospital and Tygerberg Hospital. Prospective students will be notified before registration and, in some instances.

5 MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS 1 A National Senior Certificate (NSC) as certified by Umalusi with an achievement rating of 3 (Moderate Achievement: 40-49%) or better in four recognised NSC 20-credit subjects, an achievement rating of 2 for Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, an achievement rat ing of 3 in the required official language at Home Language level and an achievement rat ing of 2 in the other required language on at least First Additional Language level; one of these languages shall be English or Afrikaans. Specific minimum requirements for a course (subjects required/recommended, achieve ment rating, portfolio to be submitted, interview in Cape Town or experience required) are indicated below. Minimum admission requirements may be adjusted at the Dean s discretion, subject to the approval of the Faculty Board and the Senate of the University. All candidates who comply with the minimum requirements are still subject to selection procedures. for easy reference, the scale of achievement for the National Curriculum Statement Grades (General), is supplied opposite: Rating CODE Rating MaRks % 7 Outstanding achievement Meritorious achievement Substantial achievement Adequate achievement Moderate achievement Elementary achievement Not achieved 0-29

6 2 GROUP A COMPULSORY NSC SUBJECTS ABBREvIATIONS Of DESIGNATED NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIfICATE SUBJECTS USED IN THE following PAGES. LANGUAGES (20 credits each) Two official languages at Home and First Additional Language level: A = Afrikaans Home Language OR Afrikaans First Additional Language E = English Home Language OR English First Additional Language AE = Afrikaans or English, Home or First additional language fal = First additional language AND HL = Home Language (Any two of: Afrikaans, English, IsiNdebele, IsiXhosa, IsiZulu, Sepedi, Sesotho, Setswana, SiSwati, Tshivenda or Xitsonga) MATHEMATICAL SCIENCES (20 credits each) M = Mathematics ML = Mathematical Literacy HUMAN AND SOCIAL STUDIES (10 credits) Life Orientation GROUP B RECOGNISED NSC ELECTIvES AGRICULTURE (20 credits each) AMP = Agricultural Management Practices AS = Agricultural Science AT = Agricultural Technology CULTURE AND ARTS (20 credits each) DANCE = Dance Studies DES = Design DRAMA = Dramatic Arts MUS = Music va = Visual Arts BUSINESS, COMMERCE AND MANAGEMENT STUDIES (20 credits each) ACC = Accounting BUS = Business Studies ECON = Economics ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY (20 credits each) CIvT = Civil Technology ELECT = Electrical Technology MECHT = Mechanical Technology EGD = Engineering Graphics and Design HUMAN AND SOCIAL STUDIES (20 credits each) GEO = Geography HIS = History RELS = Religion Studies PHYSICAL, MATHEMATICAL, COMPUTER AND LIfE SCIENCES (20 credits each) CAT = Computer Applications Technology IT = Information Technology LS = Life Sciences PS = Physical Sciences SERvICES (20 credits each) CS = Consumer Studies HS = Hospitality Studies TOUR = Tourism MIMINIMUM ADMISSION

7 MINIMUM ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS PER NATIONAL DIPLOMA PROGRAMME 3 In addition to the Minimum Admission Requirements on page 4 DENTAL ASSISTING Required: HL4, FAL3, E3 (if not HL), ML3, LS4 DENTAL TECHNOLOGY Required: HL5, FAL3, E4 (if not HL), M3 or ML4, LS5 Recommended: PS EMERGENCY CARE Required: HL4, LS4, PS4, E4, M4 MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE Required: E4, M4, PS4, LS4 NURSING (Basic qualification) Required: HL4, FAL3, AE, M3 or ML4, LS4 OPTICAL DISPENSING Required: HL4, FAL2, AE, M3 or ML4, LS3, PS3 RADIOGRAPHY (Diagnostic, Therapy, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound) Required: HL4, FAL3, AE, M4, LS4 and/or PS4 or SAQA equivalent SOMATOLOGY Required: HL4, FAL3, E3, M3 or ML4, LS4; Recommended: PS3 EXTENDED CURRICULUM PROGRAMME In terms of the University s access policy, applicants who show potential based on psychometric testing, may be offered the opportunity to register for an extended curriculum. Details regarding the extended curricula of the various courses are available from the Department concerned. For the minimum admission requirements for the Senior Certificate pre-2008 and National Technical Certificate, please contact the Faculty Office. Recognition of prior learning In line with the requirements of the Education Act and the policy of the University, applications for recognition of prior learning (RPL), based on individual merit, will be considered. Applicants for RPL should approach the department concerned for details regarding the correct procedure to be followed. Selection procedure All persons who apply for National Diploma study at CPUT and who satisfy the minimum admission requirements, may be subjected to a selection procedure. The selection procedure may include: psychometric and aptitude evaluation numeracy and language skills evaluation a personal interview portfolio evaluation Applicants will be notified of the time and date of evaluation sessions and the requirements in respect of the various courses.

8 4 Procedure for evaluation of foreign qualifications Applicants who do not have a South African qualification are required to send their results/ qualifications to the Centre for the Evaluation of Educational Qualifications (CEEQ) of the South African Qualifications Authority in order to have them evaluated and equated to a South African qualification. The Centre for Evaluation of Educational Qualifications is open between 08:30 and 16:30 weekdays. THe AddreSS is The Head of Evaluation of Qualifications South African Qualifications Authority Postnet Suite 248 Private Bag X06 Waterkloof 0145 Tel: +27 (0) /64 website: Call centre: fax: Applications for such evaluations should include: All qualification documents, i.e. the highest school certificate issued by the official examining body; complete and legible transcripts of academic records in respect of all degrees or other higher education qualifications, together with the final certificates; preceding qualifications leading to any postgraduate/other advanced qualification when the latter is submitted. Certificates in foreign languages should be submitted together with translations into English by a sworn translator. The relevant evaluation fee can be obtained from the South African Qualification Authority in Pretoria. Important notice Please note that cheques and money orders will not be accepted as payment for applications for the evaluation of educational Qualifications with effect from January In addition to the above, the candidate also has to apply to the SA Trade Representative closest to his/ her home for a study permit if the candidate is not a South African citizen. Submission of certificates A National Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification must be submitted by the student upon enrolment at the beginning of the academic year. If this requirement is not met, the University will be forced to cancel the provisional acceptance. Transfers from other institutions Students who wish to transfer to CPUT from other institutions should note that priority will be given to the promotion of our own registered students and that transfers will only be considered in the event that there is a place on the course, and subject to the following requirements: 1 Applicants should complete the prescribed Application for admission form and return it to CPUT, together with a certified copy of his/her Senior Certificate, identity document and the prescribed application fee. 2 If the applicant is currently registered for a course at another university and wishes to transfer to CPUT, he/she should submit, together with the application form, a progress report (issued by the Registrar of the said university) which lists all the subjects passed by the applicant during the mid-year examinations. 3 As soon as the year-end examination results are available, the applicant should submit a formal statement of these results to CPUT. 4 All applications must be accompanied by a certificate of good conduct, or a letter of recommendation, from the applicant s present head of department.

9 5 5 The applicant may be required to attend an interview in Bellville or Cape Town. 6 If the applicant is accepted, he/she shall be required to complete an Application for Exemption form and to pay the prescribed exemption fee, per subject, when he/she registers in January of the year of study. for details about and the admission requirements of the advanced degrees, consult: Prof J Esterhuyse Tel (021) [email protected] Qualification structure at CPUT HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIfICATE One or two years full-time study leads to the award of a National Certificate. The Certificate constitutes a complete study programme, meet specific business needs and serve as recognised exit levels. NATIONAL DIPLOMA Three years full-time study leads to the award of a National Diploma. National Diploma studies constitute complete study programmes, meet specific business needs and serve as recognised exit levels. BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE The National Diploma leads to the Baccalaureus in Technology (BTech). Admission to these one-year programmes (full time) may be subject to additional minimum admission requirements, which may include an average pass mark of 60% in the third year of the National Diploma programme. Most BTech programmes are also offered part time over two years. PROfESSIONAL DEGREE POST-GRADUATE STUDY AND RESEARCH The Cape Peninsula University of Technology actively promotes research of an applied nature, believing that a strong research activity is a necessary feature of any institution offering higher education. Students are sensitised to the importance of information and library skills during their first three years of study, introduced to research methodologies in the degree year, and provided with guidance and facilities to undertake independent research for further studies. Magister Technologiae and Doctor Technologiae may be obtained through full-time or part-time study. MAGISTER TECHNOLOGIAE Biomedical Technology Dental Technology Nursing Radiography MASTERS DEGREE Emergency Medical Care DOCTOR TECHNOLOGIAE Biomedical Technology Radiography The Guide to Postgraduate Studies is available on the CPUT website:

10 6 BIOMEDICAL TECHNOLOGY Baccalaureus Technologiae

11 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE 7 Course aim The course develops managerial and biomedical research skills. Admission requirements A National Diploma in Biomedical Technology (or an equivalent qualification) is required, with a minimum of 60% achieved in the last four subjects of the National Diploma. Programme structure Career opportunities Qualified medical technologists are employed in laboratories in blood transfusion services, private pathology practices, the National Health Laboratory Services, the Medical Research Council, forensic laboratories, veterinary practices and other disciplines such as pharmaceutical companies. Opportunities also exist for medical technologists to become involved in research at academic institutions. Registered medical technologists may also apply for a license to practice in a private capacity in their own laboratories. fourth YEAR Integrated Pathophysiology 4 Molecular Biology 4 Laboratory Management Research Methods and Techniques Total number of subjects to obtain the BTech degree: 4 PLEASE NOTE: The National Diploma and Baccalaureus Technologiae in Biomedical Technology have been replaced by the Bachelor Degree in Health Sciences: Medical Laboratory Science - see page 25. The BTech: Biomedical Technology will be phased out in the next few years. Duration of course full-time: One year Part-time: Two years venues of offering Bellville Campus for further information contact Prof S Khan CONTACT DETAILS CONTACT DETAILS Bellville Campus Prof S Khan Tel fax

12 8 DENTAL ASSISTING Higher Certificate: Dental Assisting

13 HIGHER CERTIfICATE Course aim The purpose of this qualification is to supply the dental profession with competent dental assistants who can be employed in dental practices or dental clinics to assist dental practitioners. The qualification addresses the need in the dental profession for dental assistants with recognised qualifications and relevant education and training. Dental Assisting students, as part of their experiential learning, work with dental students at the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of the Western Cape. This hands-on experience enables students to make a smooth transition from the academic environment to the world of work. In this way the dental assistants are exposed to the future employers, which allows for sound working relationships to develop. In addition to this, students have to spend a prescribed number of days in private dental practices to enable them to differentiate between employment opportunities available in the private sector versus large clinics. Career opportunities Dental assistants find employment with dental practitioners and other auxiliaries in dental practices, hospitals, and clinics, in both the private and public sectors. International demand for trained dental assistants is increasing with a number of students working abroad. Programme structure first YEAR Dental Assisting Theory 1 Dental Assisting Practical 1 Dental Practice Management 1 Oral Anatomy and Pathology 1 Total number of subjects to obtain the certificate: 4 9 Admission requirements In addition to the minimum admission requirements, Biology and/or Physical Science are recommended. Student selection is based on Grade 12 results and a personal interview at the Tygerberg Campus. Applicants must submit proof of their inoculation against Hepatitis B at registration. PLEASE NOTE: All student dental assistants must register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) at the commencement of their studies. Students wear special clothing which identifies them as part of the oral health team and which is standard in the workplace. Students must make provision for the purchase of materials required during the programme. Duration of course full-time: One year venues of offering Tygerberg Hospital Campus CONTACT DETAILS CONTACT DETAILS Tygerberg Hospital Campus Tel fax

14 10 DENTAL TECHNOLOGY National Diploma Baccalaureus Technologiae

15 NATIONAL DIPLOMA 11 Course aim The purpose of this course is to educate and train competent, responsible and accountable dental technicians for the dental profession. The course addresses the needs of the dental profession for qualified dental technicians with relevant qualifications that are recognised both nationally and internationally. Dental technology students are engaged with patient-specific dental work as early as their first year of study. This is done in collaboration with the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of the Western Cape and includes community projects. Career opportunities Graduates register as dental technicians and work for a dental technologist in a commercial dental laboratory or in a government dental training hospital. Admission requirements See pages 3 to 6. Applicants must submit proof of their inoculation against Hepatitis B at registration. Programme structure first YEAR Applied Dental Technology 1 In line with the registration requirements of the SADTC at third year level students must pass the final summative assessment with a minimum of 50%. Dental Technology Theory 1 Dental Materials Science 1 Oral Anatomy 1 Tooth Morphology 1 SECOND YEAR Applied Dental Technology 2 In line with the registration requirements of the SADTC at third year level students must pass the final summative assessment with a minimum of 50%. Dental Technology Theory 2 Dental Materials Science 2 Jurisprudence 1 THIRD YEAR Applied Dental Technology 3 Registration with the South African Dental Technicians Council as a practitioner a 50 % pass mark in the summative practical assessment is required. Dental Technology Theory 3 Dental Materials Science 3 Business Practice 1 Total number of subjects to obtain the National Diploma: 14 PLEASE NOTE: Students must buy a prescribed set of instruments at the beginning of their first year of study and make provision for the purchase of materials required during the programme. Students register with the SA Dental Technicians Council as student dental technicians within 30 days of registration. Students are required to wear special protective clothing. Duration of course full-time: Three years venues of offering Tygerberg Hospital Campus CONTACT DETAILS CONTACT DETAILS Tygerberg Hospital Campus Tel fax

16 12 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE Course aim The purpose of this course is to educate and train competent, responsible and accountable dental technologists for the dental profession. They manage dental laboratories and employ dental technicians or other employees normally associated with dental laboratories, and can be employed in research and development and other related areas of the profession. The course addresses the needs of the dental profession for qualified dental technologists with relevant qualifications that are recognised both nationally and internationally. Career opportunities Graduates are able to manage or conduct a dental laboratory for their own account. Programme structure fourth YEAR Dental Technology 4 Consist of theory and practical with a pass mark requirement of 50 % in both before the final mark is calculated. For registration with the South African Dental Technicians Council as a practitioner a 50 % pass mark in the summative practical assessment is required. Dental Materials Science 4 Business Practice 2 Research Methods and Techniques 1 Total number of subjects to obtain the BTech degree: 4 Admission requirements A National Diploma in Dental Technology, or an equivalent qualification recognised by the SA Dental Technicians Council, is required. Applicants are selected on the basis of academic performance during the National Diploma programme. A maximum of 15 applicants is accepted. PLEASE NOTE: Students must provide their own instruments and make provision for the purchase of materials required during the programme. Students are required to wear special protective clothing. Registration with the SA Dental Technicians Council as a dental technician is required before registration. Applicants have to submit proof of their inoculation against Hepatitis B at registration. Holders of the National Higher Diploma in Dental Technology or earlier exit-level qualifications may apply for admission, but should note that their current qualification is equivalent to the BTech in Dental Technology. Registered dental technicians who wish to upgrade their present qualifications to the BTech in Dental Technology, must contact the head of the department. Duration of course full-time: One year venues of offering Tygerberg Hospital Campus CONTACT DETAILS CONTACT DETAILS Tygerberg Hospital Campus Tel fax

17 13 EMERGENCY CARE Higher Certificate

18 14 HIGHER CERTIfICATE Course aim In this mid-level qualification, graduates are qualified for professional registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as an Emergency Care Technician (ECT) with an advanced life support scope of practice. Career opportunities Employment opportunities exist in provincial emergency and rescue services, private emergency services, SANDF, the mining industry, as well as international occupational health and safety and emergency services. Students are equipped to become competent in providing pre-hospital emergency care to the critically ill or injured patient. They receive training in basic, intermediate and advanced techniques to render advanced life support. PLEASE NOTE: Students must make provision for the purchase of materials required during the programme. Programme structure first YEAR Foundations of Practice 1 Introduction to Human Sciences 1 Pre-Hospital Emergency Care 1 - Practical Pre-Hospital Emergency Care 1 - Theory SECOND YEAR Critical Care Transport (Elective) Medical Rescue (Elective) Pre-Hospital Emergency Care 2 - Practical Pre-Hospital Emergency Care 2 - Theory Admission requirements A National Senior Certificate with the minimum subjects and ratings as follows: Home Language 3, English 3, Mathematics 3, Life Sciences 3. In addition, applicants must attend interviews and pass medical, physical fitness, and environmental fitness assessment (height, vertigo, claustrophobia, and swimming tests). Duration of course full-time: Two years venue of offering Bellville Campus CONTACT DETAILS faculty Office Tel fax [email protected] Bellville Campus Tel fax [email protected]

19 15 EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE Bachelor Degree

20 16 BACHELOR DEGREE Course aim The Bachelor Emergency Medical Care is aimed at producing emergency care practitioners and who perform specialized advanced life support and medical rescue. The qualification is designed to develop cognitive, technological and scienctific enquiry capability and promote the research, innovation and management skills necessary for management and development of the emergency medical and rescue professions. Graduates will practice primarily; within South Africa in rural and urban contexts that range from sophisticated emergency medical care facilities to remote primary health care settings. This qualification also aims to promote an understanding of the multi-disciplinary approach to effective, efficient patient care within South Africa with its unique history and circumstances, with an emphasis on equity in health care, social upliftment and reduction of burden of disease. The qualification is also designed to enable learners to pursue further personal, managerial, education, training and professional development; and to promote life-long learning. PLEASE NOTE: Students must make provision for the purchase of materials required during the programme. Admission requirements A National Senior Certificate with the minimum subjects and ratings as follows: Home Language 4, English 3 (If not Home Language), Mathematics 4, Life Science 4, Physical Science 4. In addition, applicants must attend interviews and pass medical, physical and environmental assessments (height, vertigo, claustrophobia, and swimming tests). Duration of course full-time: Four years venues of offering Bellville Campus Career opportunities Employment opportunities exist in provincial emergency and rescue services,fire and rescue services, private and international emergency services, SANDF, as well as in the occupational health and safety. Programme structure first YEAR Emergency Medical Care 1 Basic Sciences Foundations of Professional Practice Anatomy and Physiology Medical Rescue 1 SECOND YEAR Emergency Medical Care 2 Medical Rescue 2 Primary Health Care Diagnostics Physiology 2 THIRD YEAR Emergency Medical Care 3 Research Methodology Pharmacology General Pathology Medical Rescue 3 fourth YEAR Emergency Medical Care 4 Research Project Emergency Service Management Medical Rescue 4 CONTACT DETAILS faculty Office Tel fax [email protected] Bellville Campus Tel fax [email protected]

21 BACHELOR DEGREE ECP IN EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE The Extended Curriculum Programme (ECP) for Bachelor EMC refers to the extension of your course to allow a student to complete the first year over two years. First year students who show that they cannot cope with the volume of work, will, after consultation with the HOD, be placed on the extended program. On the extended programme students are compelled to complete the first year course over a two-year period. The subjects Emergency Medical Care I, II, III and IV are split into theory module, practical module and clinical practice. Student must pass all three modules with a minimum of 50% to pass the subject. Failure in one module (e.g. Emergency Care I Practical) will require the student to repeat all three modules the following year, due to the integrated nature of the modules. This is a sensible option should you, for whatever reason, find that you cannot manage to study all the first year subjects in the time allocated. It allows you more time to be fair to the content of all subjects. Admission requirements National Senior Certificate with a minimum of the following achievement ratings: English 3 (if not home language), Mathematics 4, Physical Science 4 and Life Sciences Career opportunities Employment opportunities exist in provincial emergency and rescue services,fire and rescue services, private and international emergency services, SANDF, as well as in the occupational health and safety. Programme structure first YEAR Foundation Emergency Medical Care 1A Basic Sciences 1AP + 1AC Anatomy and Physiology 1A Foundations of Practice (Regular) SECOND YEAR Foundation Emergency Medical Care 1B Basic Sciences 1BP + 1BC Anatomy and Physiology 1B Medical Rescue 1 (Regular) THIRD YEAR Normal Year 2 fourth YEAR Normal Year 3 fifth YEAR Normal Year 4 venues of offering Bellville Campus An alternative benchmark test, the National Benchmark Test (NBT) will be conducted to identify at risk learners who meet the admission criteria but may be at risk of failure. The results of the mainstream students will be reviewed after the first term to identify students that will benefit from the ECP. The course fees for the ECP will be 75% that of the main-stream course fee for a particular year of study. Duration of course full-time: Four year degree with the regular first year curriculum extended over two years CONTACT DETAILS faculty Office Tel fax [email protected] Bellville Campus Tel fax [email protected]

22 18 MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE Bachelor of Health Sciences

23 BACHELOR DEGREE Course aim Graduates will be able to apply principles and techniques in the routine and specialised analysis of biological specimens and other substances in any area of specialisation. They will be able to organise laboratory operations in clinical diagnostic laboratories and related fields, in accordance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP). They will be able to integrate laboratory tests and results with pathophysiological conditions and conduct research grounded in a deep knowledge of the subject area and based on sound scientific principles. Within the programme, management skills are developed with a view to applying good business management and encouraging entrepreneurial development. They will be able to implement training programmes within medical laboratories. The outcomes of the qualification are underpinned by compliance with statutory requirements including quality, ethics and safety. In order to practicse as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, the graduate will have to register with the Health Professions Council of South Africa as a Medical Laboratory Scientist in the area of specialisation in which they obtain their qualification. Admission requirements In addition to meeting the University s minimum admission requirements, applicants also need to meet the minimum admission requirements for the Bachelor of Health Sciences in Medical Laboratory Science; namely a National Senior Certificate (NSC) as certified by Umalusi (or recognised equivalent) with an achievement rating of 4 (Adequate Achievement, 50-59%) or better in four recognized NSC 20-credit subjects namely Life Sciences Mathematics Physical Science English (Home or First Additional Language) Career opportunities The degree in Medical Laboratory Science leads to an interesting and challenging career for a dedicated, mature and professional person who wishes to pursue a career in the field of medical science. Qualified Medical Laboratory Scientists are employed in laboratories in blood transfusion services, private pathology practices, the National Health Laboratory Services, the Medical Research Council, forensic laboratories, veterinary practices and other disciplines such as pharmaceutical companies. Those wishing to pursue a career in research can be employed in research laboratories at academic institutions. Registered Medical Laboratory Scientists may also apply for a license to practise in a private capacity in their own laboratories. The role of the Medical Laboratory Scientist The medical laboratory scientist plays an integral role in the healthcare of society. Qualified medical laboratory scientists are specialised health professionals who provide vital information about the state of a patient s health. Their input is necessary in the diagnosis, monitoring and treatment of disease. The analytical and diagnostic services provided by medical laboratory scientists require a strong scientific knowledge, as well as trained reasoning ability and empathy for humanity. Additional Selection Criteria: Applicants need to include the following with their application forms: A letter of motivation with their application form explaining why they wish to become Medical Laboratory Scientists. The applicant may be interviewed by the Department -this could be face-to-face or telephonically. 19

24 20 Programme structure In the first year of study, a firm foundation of fundamental knowledge is laid. The student is exposed to the different areas of specialisation in the second and third years of study. In the second semester of the third year, students will be exposed to the laboratory environment of the various disciplines in Clinical Practice III. During Clinical Practice III, students have to decide on an area of specialisation in which they will practise as Medical Laboratory Scientists. first YEAR ALL COURSES ARE COMPULSORY SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 Human Anatomy Physiology & Disease 1 (Mod A) Integrative Medical Sciences 1 Modules: Health Chemistry 1 Health Physics 1 Biostatics 1 Human Anatomy Physiology & Disease 1 (Mod B) Integrative Medical Sciences 1 Module: Laboratory Instrumentation & Techniques 1 Introduction to Medical Laboratory Sciences 1 Modules: The role of the Medical Laboratory Scientist Communications, Ethics & Medical Law Safety Quality Assurance Introduction to Medical Laboratory Sciences 1 Module: Computer Skills Cell Biology I Immunology I SECOND YEAR ALL COURSES ARE COMPULSORY SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 Clinical Chemistry 2 (Mod A) Immunohaematology 2 Haematology 2 (Mod A) Clinical Chemistry 2 (Mod B) Microbiology 2 (Mod A) Haematology 2 (Mod B) Cytogenetics 2 Cytology 2 Histology 2 Microbiology 2 (Mod B)

25 21 THIRD YEAR ALL COURSES ARE COMPULSORY SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 Clinical Chemistry 3 Integrative Medical Sciences 3 Module: Haematology 3 Clinical Practice 3 Research Methods 3 Microbiology 3 Cytology 3 Integrative Medical Sciences 3 Module (Theory) fourth YEAR SEMESTER 1 SEMESTER 2 Research Project 4 Research Project 4 Laboratory Management Clinical Practice 4 (continued) Clinical Practice 4* * for Clinical Practice 4 the student must choose one of the following specialisations: (The offering of the specialisation will depend on the number of students and the needs of the profession.) Clinical Pathology 4 Clinical Chemistry 4 Cytogenetics 4 Cytology 4 Forensic Science 4 Haematology 4 Histology 4 Immunohaematology 4 Immunology 4 Microbiology 2 Pharmacology 4 Virology 4 venue of offering Bellville Campus Duration of course full-time: Four years CONTACT DETAILS faculty Office Tel fax [email protected] Department Secretary: Sanet Nothnagel Tel fax

26 22 NURSING BASIC QUALIFICATION Baccalaureus Technologiae POST-BASIC QUALIFICATION Baccalaureus Technologiae

27 BASIC QUALIfICATION BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE Course aim To prepare and develop nurse practitioners (graduate nurse and midwife) equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills and professional values to meet the health care needs of people of all ages, and thereby contribute to the transformation of society. Career opportunities Graduates find employment in both public and private hospitals, community health centres, private practices, nongovernment organisations, research institutes and industrial settings 23 The graduate nurse practitioner should reflect an understanding of the social, cultural and economic context of our country, while conforming to standards of professional nursing practices. Admission requirements See pages 3 to 6. Only a limited number of students will be selected for admission to the first year of study. Programme structure first YEAR Foundations of Nursing 1A Foundations of Nursing 1 B Introduction to Human Biology 1A Introduction to Human Biology 1B Fundamentals of Nursing 1A Fundamentals of Nursing 1B Laboratory Clinical Nursing 1A Laboratory Clinical Nursing 1B Health, Development and Primary Health Care English for Educational Purposes Language applied to Health Care Computer Literacy SECOND YEAR Medical Surgical Nursing 2A Medical Surgical Nursing 2B Pharmacology for Nurses Child Health Introduction to Mental Health

28 24 Human Biology 2A Human Biology 2B Laboratory Clinical Nursing 2A Foundations of Nursing 2A Psychology 1 Sociology 1 THIRD YEAR Medical Surgical Nursing 3A Medical Surgical Nursing 3B Community Health Nursing 3A Community Health Nursing 3B Unit Management Psychology 2 or Sociology 2 Laboratory Clinical Psychiatric Nursing Psychiatric Nursing 3A Psychiatric Nursing 3B fourth YEAR Research project Midwifery 4A Midwifery 4B Research Methods Laboratory Clinical Midwifery Regional priority module On successful completion of the course, the student is registered as a professional nurse (general, psychiatry, community health) and midwife with the South African Nursing Council. Duration of course full-time: Four years venues of offering Athlone Campus Worcester Campus George Campus CONTACT DETAILS Bellville campus faculty Office Tel fax

29 POST-BASIC QUALIfICATION BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE Course aim The course offers nurses registered with the South African Nursing Council (SANC) the opportunity to specialise in occupational health, primary health care skills, oncology or palliative nursing. Programme structure first YEAR COre SUBJeCTS Nursing Management 4 Career opportunities This course provides SANC registered nurses with an opportunity to upgrade their academic qualifications and develop an area of specialisation. The BTech in Nursing leads to registration with an additional qualification in Oncology Nursing (R212), Occupational Health Nursing (R212) and Clinical Nursing Science, Health Assessment, Treatment and Care (R48). After obtaining the BTech in Nursing, a further six months of study leads to registration with SANC as a Nurse Manager. 25 Nursing Research 1 Select ONe of the following disciplines: ONCOLOGY NURSING (R212) Subjects: Medical-surgical Nursing 4, Oncology Nursing Science 4 OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSING (R212) Subjects: Occupational Health 4, Occupational Health Nursing 4 PRIMARY HEALTH CARE (R48) Subjects: Primary Health Care 4, Community Nursing 4 Duration of course Part-time: Two years Admission requirements The applicant must be in possession of: 1 Grade 12 or equivalent qualification. 2 Submit proof of current registration as a general nurse with SANC and membership of a professional body for indemnity purposes e.g. DENOSA/NEHAWU or others. Both registrations have to be maintained for the duration of the study period. 3 Recent curriculum vitae must accompany the application form. 4 A letter indicating they completed at least two years experience after their qualification as Registered Nurse. CONTACT DETAILS venues of offering Bellville Campus Bellville campus faculty Office Tel fax

30 26 OPTICAL DISPENSING National Diploma

31 NATIONAL DIPLOMA Course aim The purpose of this qualification is to provide graduates with the minimum requirements for accreditation and registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as a dispensing optician. Admission requirements See pages 3 to 6. Applicants should have good analytical and communication skills, enjoy working with people, have good hand-eye coordination for prescription work, be friendly, outgoing and patient, be able to work under pressure, and have an interest in helping people. Duration of course full-time: Three years, including one year of approved experiential learning Career opportunities Working as a dispensing optician is a varied and multi-faceted career, which offers a balance between working with people and using modern scientific technology to the benefit of the patient. A dispensing optician analyses a written prescription from an ophthalmologist or optometrist and also considers the lifestyle and working environment of the patient. By taking accurate facial measurements, using sophisticated equipment, applying knowledge of ophthalmic lens materials and interpreting the prescription, the dispensing optician can order, manufacture and process ophthalmic lenses and produce devices to correct defects of vision. The work also entails screening before visual examinations as well as adjustments, and repairs to spectacles and contact lens modifications. The good dispensing optician develops and maintains an enduring relationship with the patient, which makes the career a rewarding and fulfilling one. A dispensing optician usually sets up his or her own practice and registers with the HPCSA. The National Diploma in Optical Dispensing is an internationally recognised qualification. 27 venues of offering Cape Town Campus Programme structure CONTACT DETAILS faculty Office Tel fax first YEAR SeMeSTer 1 SeMeSTer 2 Ophthalmic Lenses 1 Ophthalmic Lenses 2 Dispensing Optics 1 Dispensing Optics 2 Optics 1 Visual Optics 2 General Anatomy and Physiology 1 Ocular Anatomy and Pathology 2 General Physics 1 Optics 2 Mathematics and Statistics 1 SECOND YEAR THIRD YEAR Ophthalmic Lenses 3 Opticianry Practice 1 Dispensing Optics 3 Opticianry Practice 2 Visual Optics 3 Ocular Anatomy and Pathology 3 Environmental Optics 3 Practice Management and Ethics 1 Total number of subjects to obtain the National Diploma: 19

32 28 RADIOGRAPHY Bachelor Of Science Degrees (Radiation Therapy, Diagnostic, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Diagnostic Ultrasound) Baccalaureus Technologiae

33 BACHELOR Of SCIENCE Course aim The aim of the course is to develop professionals who, in addition to demonstrating the knowledge and competence required in Diagnostic Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, or Radiotherapy, have also gained experience in applying such knowledge and competence in the appropriate workplace context. The radiographer should be proficient in a range of generic and academic skills, having a broad integrated knowledge of health science. The radiographer should be a reflective practitioner and a life-long learner in the profession in order to benefit the community and society. The curriculum facilitates the holistic development of the student. Students gain early exposure to the clinical environment and are involved with patients from early in the programme. Admission requirements See pages 3 to 6. Admission may require a selection interview and is subject to the availability of clinical positions and placements for the experiential learning programme. Applicants must meet the legal requirements to register as radiation workers. A limited number of Provincial Government of the Western Cape (PGWC) bursaries are available to Radiography students. These bursaries have a post-qualification service obligation to the state. A limited number of Learnerships are available to Diagnostic Radiography students. These Learnerships have a service obligation during the period of the National Diploma. A limited number of private practice bursaries may be available, with specific obligations attached to them. Lectures and clinical work The courses commence in the last week of January each year and are experiential, integrated programmes conducted at Groote Schuur and Tygerberg Campuses. Career opportunities Graduates find employment in academic hospitals, community health centres, private and public practice both nationally and internationally, research institutes, and related industries. The four categories are defined as follows: 29 DIAGNOSTIC RADIOGRAPHY The Diagnostic Radiographer works in a multidisciplinary team. Diagnostic Radiography mainly entails the production of digital images that may be used to diagnose or confirm medical diagnoses and to aid in therapeutic and interventional procedures. Diagnostic Radiography utilizes radiation to produce images of the human body and includes General and Specialised Radiography, Trauma and Theatre Radiography, Angiography, Mammography and Computer Tomography. Magnetic Resonance Imaging utilises magnetic fields to produce 3 Dimensional images. RADIATION THERAPY Radiation Therapy involves the use of high energy radiation to administer a therapeutic dose to a patient, and is mainly but not exclusively used to treat malignant diseases. Radiation Therapy is given in conjunction with other modalities, with Radiation Therapists forming part of a multidisciplinary team. While Radiation Therapy is the main focus, the Radiation Therapists also have to manage the psychological and emotional aspects that the patient may experience during the course of treatment being administered. Treatment simulation, graphic planning, dosimetry, quality assurance, counselling and treatment delivery are some of the aspects applicable to this profession.

34 30 NUCLEAR MEDICINE Nuclear Medicine involves the use of radioactivity in the diagnosis and to a lesser extent, treatment of disease. Nuclear Medicine involves dispensing and administering radioactive substances to a patient. The distribution of the radioactivity within the patient s body is then imaged using a Gamma Camera in order to obtain information on the structure and function of organs. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist forms part of a multidisciplinary team. DIAGNOSTIC ULTRASOUND Ultrasound involves the use of high frequency sound waves applied to the body to image internal organs and structures. It is used extensively to image the unborn baby, abdominal and pelvic organs, blood vessels and blood flow and superficial structures such as the thyroid, breast and musculo-skeletal system. The Ultrasonographer works in close collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Programme structure first YEAR OPTiON 1: diagnostic radiography The Health Care Professional 1 (D) Human Sciences 1 (D) Patient Care and Management 1 (D) Physical Science 1 (D) Health Science Literacy 1 (D) Radiographic Technology 1 (D) Clinical Radiographic Technology 1 (D) OPTiON 3: Nuclear Medicine Technology The Health Care Professional 1 (NM) Human Science 1 ( NM) Patient Care Management 1 (NM) Physical Science 1 (NM) Health Science Literacy 1 (NM) Medical Imaging and Oncology Modalities 1 (NM) SECOND YEAR OPTiON 1: diagnostic radiography The Health Care Professional 2 (D) Human Sciences 2 (D) Patient Care and Management 2 (D) Physical Science 2 (D) Health Science Literacy 2 (D) Radiographic Technology 2 (D) Clinical Radiographic Technology 2 (D) OPTiON 3: Nuclear Medicine Technology The Health Care Professional 2 (NM) Human Sciences 2 (NM) Patient Care and Management 2 (NM) Physical Science 2 (NM) Health Science Literacy 2 (NM) Diagnostic Ultrasound Practice 2 (NM) OPTiON 2: radiation Therapy The Health Care Professional 1 (RT) Human Sciences 1 (RT) Patient Care and Management 1 (RT) Physical Science 1 (RT) Health Science Literacy 1 (RT) Medical Imaging and Radiation Oncology 1 (RT) OPTiON 4: diagnostic Ultrasound The Health Care Professional 1 (DU) Human Science 1 (DU) Patient Care Management 1 (DU) Physical Science 1 (DU) Health Science Literacy 1 (DU) Medical Imaging and Oncology Modalities 1 (DU) OPTiON 2: radiation Therapy The Health Care Professional 2 (RT) Human Sciences 2 (RT) Patient Care and Management 2 (RT) Physical Science 2 (RT) Health Science Literacy 2 (RT) Radiographic Technology 2 (RT) Clinical Radiographic Technology 2 (RT) OPTiON 4: diagnostic Ultrasound The Health Care Professional 2 (DU) Human Sciences 2 (DU) Patient Care and Management 2 (DU) Physical Science 2 (DU) Health Science Literacy 2 (DU) Diagnostic Ultrasound Practice 2 (DU)

35 31 THIRD YEAR OPTiON 1: diagnostic radiography Advanced Healthcare Practice 3 (D) Human Sciences 3 (D) Radiographic Management 3 (D) Diagnostic Imaging Equipment 3 (D) Health Science Research 3 (D) Radiographic Technology 3 (D) Clinical Radiographic Technology 3 (D) OPTiON 3: Nuclear Medicine Technology Advanced Health Care 3 (NM) Human Sciences 3 (NM) Nuclear Medicine Management & Best Practice 3 (NM Nuclear Medicine Sciences 3 (NM) Health Science Research 3 (NM) Nuclear Medicine Technology 3 (NM) OPTiON 2: radiation Therapy Advanced Healthcare Practice 3 (RT) Human Sciences 3 (RT) Physics of Radiation Therapy 3 (RT) Patient Care and Management 3 (RT) Health Science Research 3 (RT) Radiation Therapy Practice 3 (RT) OPTiON 4: diagnostic Ultrasound The Healthcare Professional 3 (DU) Human Sciences 3 (DU) Patient Care & Management 3 (DU) Ultrasound Imaging Equipment 3 (DU) Health Science Research 3 (DU) Diagnostic Ultrasound Practice 3 (DU) fourth YEAR OPTiON 1: diagnostic radiography OPTiON 2: radiation Therapy Human Sciences 4 (D) Advanced Healthcare Professional Radiographic Management 4 (D) Practice 4 (RT) Diagnostic Imaging Equipment 4 (D) Human Sciences 4 (RT) Health Science Research 4 (D) Physics of Radiation Therapy 4 (RT) Radiographic Technology 4 (D) Health Science Research 4 (RT) Clinical Radiographic Technology 4 (D) Radiation Therapy Practice r (RT ELECTIvES: Choose 1 of 3 ELECTIvES: Choose 1 of 3 Clinical Mentoring 4 (D) Clinical Mentoring in Radiotherapy 4 (RT) Health Science Education 4 (D) Health Science Education 4 (RT) Entrepreneurship 4 (D) Entrepreneurship 4 (RT) Choose 1 of the following electives: Choose 1 of the following electives: Mammography 4 Paediatric Radiation Oncology 4 Computer Tomography 4 Palliative Care in Radiation Oncology 4 Interventional Radiography 4 Fusion Imaging in Radiation Oncology 4 Magnetic Resonance Imaging 4 Unsealed Radionuclides for Therapy 4 Quality Assurance in Clinical Radiotherapy 4 Advanced Radiotherapy Dosimetry and Graphic Planning 4 Radiobiological Applications in Radiotherapy 4 Multi-Cultural Healthcare in Radiotherapy 4 venues of offering Bellville Campus Groote Schuur Hospital Campus Tygerberg Hospital Campus Duration of course full-time: Four years

36 32 OPTiON 3: Nuclear Medicine Technology OPTiON 4: diagnostic Ultrasound Human Sciences 4 (NM) Healthcare Management 4 (DU) Nuclear Medicine Management & Best Practice 4 (NM) Ultrasound Imaging Equipment 4 (DU) Nuclear Medicine Sciences 4 (NM) Health Science Research 4 (DU) Health Science Research 4 (NM) Advanced Diagnostic Ultrasound Practice 4 (DU) Health Science Research 3 (NM) Advanced Nuclear Medicine Technology 4 (NM) Advanced Healthcare Practice 4 (NM) ELECTIvES: Choose 1 of 3 ELECTIvES: Choose 1 of 4 Clinical Mentoring 4 (NM) Health Science Education 4 (DU) Health Science Education 4 (NM) Entrepreneurship 4 (DU) Entrepreneurship 4 (NM) Genetics 4 (DU) Medical Law and Ethnics 4 (DU) Choose 1 of the following electives: Choose 1 of the following electives: Therapeutic use of Radionuclides 4 Mammography 4 Bone Densitometry 4 Computed Tomography 4 Radioimmunoassay 4 Bone Densitometry 4 Molecular Imaging 4 Magnetic Resonance Imaging 4 Angiography 4 Clinical training All students are required to complete clinical training at an approved training institution for each year of study. They are subject to the rules and regulations of the institution, whether state or private, in which they are placed for clinical experiential training. Community service One year of community service is a requirement for all qualifying students on completion of the National Diploma. This is arranged between the newly qualified radiographer and the Department of Health. Second National Diploma On completion of the National Diploma in a particular discipline, students may apply to complete a National Diploma in a second discipline, with credits for common subjects. This course requires an additional two years to complete. CONTACT DETAILS Bellville Campus faculty Office Tel fax Tygerberg Hospital Campus Mrs Carol le Roux Tel fax Groote Schuur Hospital Campus Mr Aladdin Speelman Tel fax

37 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE Course aim Radiographers achieving this qualification will be competent to analyse, integrate and apply scientific, theoretical and clinical knowledge. They will be able to perform advanced and specialised technical procedures, to be managers and to solve problems in one of the categories. Career opportunities Graduates find employment in academic hospitals, community health centres, private and public practice both nationally and internationally, research institutes, as medical representatives or in medical physics. Graduates in radiography can apply to the HPCSA for the right to start a private practice. 33 This qualification will also prepare the practitioner for research. Categories Diagnostic Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiotherapy, Ultrasound Other opportunities include post-graduate study: In radiography discipline of choice to DTech level Specialised short courses Higher education qualification Programme structure fourth YEAR ALL CATeGOrieS Management Principles and Practice 1 Research Methods and Techniques Diagnostic Radiographic Practice 4 (D) Nuclear Medicine Radiographic Practice 4 (NM) Radiotherapy Radiographic Practice 4 (T) Ultrasound Radiographic Practice 4 (US) Duration of course full-time: One/Two years (Refer to admission requirements above) Part-time: Two years (Refer to admission requirements above) venues of offering Groote Schuur Hospital Campus Tygerberg Hospital Campus Admission requirements After successful completion of the National Diploma in Radiography, students may apply to complete: An additional one year (full-time) or two years (part-time) for a BTech degree in the same discipline as the initial National Diploma OR An additional two or three years (full-time) in a second discipline depending on credits awarded for common subjects. (Note that a second category may be obtained as a second National Diploma over two years full time study, depending on the credits awarded for subjects completed in the first category.) CONTACT DETAILS Groote Schuur Hospital Campus Tel fax Tygerberg Hospital Campus Tel fax

38 34 SOMATOLOGY National Diploma Baccalaureus Technologiae

39 NATIONAL DIPLOMA Course aim The programme in Somatology is ideally suited to a person with an interest in health and skincare, and seeks to become a qualified somatologist. The training is comprehensive and exacting and only those who are really committed will experience the satisfaction of success through diligent study and application. The emphasis is on theoretical and practical proficiency. Towards the end of the third year, students have the option to enrol for the CIDESCO examination, that is internationally recognised and highly recommended for candidates who wish to work abroad. Admission requirements In addition to the minimum admission requirements (see pages 3 to 6), applicants must be proficient in the English language. A medical certificate is required, describing the applicant s health status. An applicant with a physical disability shall not be discriminated against. Shortlisted applicants will be called for an interview after which a final decision will be made. Experiential Learning Experiential learning in the Department s Wellness Clinic takes place in the second and third years of study, and experiential learning in health and skincare clinics unrelated to the University takes place in the third year of study. Duration of course full-time: Three years, including workintegrated learning during second and third years of study. venues of offering Cape Town Campus Career opportunities Challenging career opportunities exist in wellness and skincare clinics, cruise liners and spas where the graduate gains further practical experience that often leads to the establishment of her own business in this rewarding field. Programme structure first YEAR Soma Techniques 1 Biotics 1 Nutrition 1 Anatomy and Physiology 1 Science 1 Aesthetics 1 Communication Skills 1 SECOND YEAR Soma Techniques 2 Biotics 2 Nutrition 2 Anatomy and Physiology 2 Science 2 Business Practice 1 Computer Skills 1 THIRD YEAR Soma Techniques 3 Soma Tecniques Project 2 Biotics 3 Nutrition 3 Applied Biological Sciences 3 Business Practice 2 Socio-Psychology 1 Total number of subjects to obtain the National Diploma: 21 CONTACT DETAILS Cape Town Campus faculty Office Tel fax

40 36 BACCALAUREUS TECHNOLOGIAE Course aim This programme will afford Somatology graduates the opportunity to advance their studies in the wellness sciences, allowing them to specialise in sought-after wellness therapies, with the emphasis on scientific research methods. Graduates will be equipped to apply advanced wellness therapies, will be able to manage or start up a business enterprise with proficiency, and have the capacity to undertake research projects in wellness sciences. Career opportunities Challenging career opportunities exist in wellness and skincare clinics, on cruise liners, at spas, in cosmetics product houses and training institutes. Graduates will be equipped to apply advanced wellness therapies, will be able to manage or start a business enterprise with proficiency and have the capacity to undertake research projects in wellness sciences. In addition a career in lecturing at educational institutions is possible. Admission requirements A National Diploma in Somatology (or an equivalent qualification) is required with a minimum average mark of 65%. Alternatively applicants may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) if they had previously studied at private colleges. Duration of course full-time: Offered over one year with the option of extending over two years. Programme structure fourth YEAR Soma Techniques 4 Soma Project 4 Business Practice 3 (First Semester) Research Methods Nutrition 4 venues of offering Cape Town Campus CONTACT DETAILS faculty Office Tel fax

41 GENERAL INFORMATION 37 Application for admission It is advisable that applications for admission to study at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) be submitted as early as possible to the campus of choice. For the various campus addresses, see the Application Form and Guide to the Completion of the Application Form. CLOSING DATE for APPLICATIONS The closing date for applications for admission is 30 September and 31 October for late application for local prospective students. Applicants will be informed of acceptance/non acceptance after 31 October. No late applications from international students will be accepted. A late application fee shall be payable for applications received after 30 September. The Application form is available on the University s website at under the heading Faculties RESIDENCE ACCOMMODATION Residence accommodation is subject to availability, in terms of the rules, and will be allocated at the campus where the student will be studying. STUDENT IDENTITY CARDS Students are issued with identity cards at the beginning of each academic year. Presentation of these cards when buying materials, booking for theatres, etc. may mean special discount rates. for security purposes these cards must be presented on demand. BURSARIES AND LOANS Bursary and financial aid applications must be made to either the Bellville Campus or the Cape Town Campus, depending on where the applicant is admitted. CLASS AND EXAMINATION fees A class fees list is available on request. Examination fees are included in the class fees. After the initial payment in January, the remainder of the fees owing can be paid in monthly installments from February to November. Please note that these fees are subject to change every year and are not refundable.

42 38 Medium of tuition The medium of tuition is English, except for the Education courses at the wellington Campus which are offered in Afrikaans. Afrikaans and Xhosa speaking students may be offered support, which may be by way of language-specific tutorial groups, the provision of notes and the setting of tests, assignments and examinations in the first language of the student. PRESCRIBED BOOKS The titles and prices of prescribed books that students must purchase are available at the book shops on the Bellville and Cape Town Campuses. COOPERATIVE EDUCATION Cooperative education is an educational model designed to promote individual career development. Reference books and technical journals are available to students in the library. Students should not buy books until instructed to do so by subject lecturers. LIBRARY The CPUT Library is part of the Cape Library Cooperative (Calico) that gives access to four million books and numerous magazines in various libraries in the Peninsula. In addition, the library receives approximately periodicals as well as the leading English and Afrikaans newspapers. The library offers excellent facilities for study, and provision is made for students who wish to do research work. All full-time students automatically become members of the library. HOURS OF TUITION full-time classes start at 08:25 and continue until approximately 16:00. CLASS ATTENDANCE Continued acceptance of a student s registration for full-time courses depends, amongst other things, upon sustained academic progress and regular and punctual attendance. Unsatisfactory progress and attendance may result in the suspension of a student. The basic principle of cooperative education is that personal growth and professional development are best achieved by an educational method that combines classroom learning with experiential learning, i.e. practical experience. Experiential learning Experiential learning is part of Cooperative Education and is a partnership between the student, the University and the employer. The experiential learning programme is planned by the University in cooperation with employers and is jointly monitored by both parties. Although the University undertakes to assist students in obtaining suitable experiential learning placements, the onus is on the student to find employment. The employer must be accredited by the University for purposes of experiential learning. An experiential learning agreement creates a separate contract between the employer and the student. INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS International students should consult the International Student Guide (or visit our web site: for details regarding their application to study at the University, e.g. study permit, fees structure, evaluation of qualifications, etc.

43 39 STUDENT COUNSELLING CPUT offers a counselling service by registered psychologists to students, prospective students and their parents. Prospective students are individually interviewed and assisted to make a responsible career choice. Parents are welcome to attend such interviews. Career counselling may also include a complete psychometric evaluation. Prospective students and students, who have problems regarding career choice, the planning of their course or choice of subjects, can make an appointment at: Bellville Campus: Tel Cape Town Campus: Tel /3/4 Assessment Assessment takes place throughout the year with final assessments in June and/ or November each year, and a pass mark of 50% must be obtained in all subjects. A pass mark of 75% and higher is regarded as a distinction. PART-TIME STUDY Hours of tuition Most of the courses described in this brochure are offered on a part-time basis. Lectures are scheduled from Mondays to Thursdays between 17:15 and 20:50. The object of this is to enable persons who do not have the privilege of studying on a full-time basis to acquire tertiary qualifications. In each module and subject the various assessments contribute towards the final assessment mark. An assessment mark for a subject will be determined by the performance of the student in tests, assignments and in accordance with the requirements for each course. The information contained in this brochure generally also applies to part-time students. Admission requirements The same as for full-time students. As a rule, accommodation in a university residence is not available to part-time students. RESEARCH The Cape Peninsula University of Technology actively promotes research of an applied nature, believing that a strong research activity is a necessary feature of any institution offering higher education. Students are sensitised to the importance of information and library skills during their first three years of study, introduced to research methodologies in the degree year, and provided with guidance and facilities to undertake independent research for further studies. INDEMNITY A student involved in any university-related activity, whether academic, sporting, cultural or relating to experiential or practical training, shall indemnify the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (hereinafter referred to as CPUT) and its staff and/or any co operative partner and its staff, or their representatives, against any claim of whatsoever nature which such student, his/her executors or assigns may now or in the future have, arising from any injury or the sequelae thereto and which may be instituted against CPUT as a result of such universityrelated activities; and against any liability that may arise from an action or omission by such student. A student, furthermore, shall undertake not to hold CPUT or any of its employees responsible for any damage of whatsoever nature that such student may sustain during or arising from any university-related activity, irrespective of whether it occurs on or off the premises of CPUT.