Course Information and Fees
PHD: BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
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BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
PHD: (doctor)The main aim of the course is to advance knowledge through original research in the field of health and/or biomedical sciences. The goal of biomedical research is to provide comprehensive and detailed understanding of the mechanisms that underlie the development and normal function of humans and other living organisms and thereby gain insights into the pathological and pathophysiological mechanisms that cause diseases. A detailed understanding of these mechanisms and pathways is essential for identifying potential targets for rational therapeutic interventions, and for disease prevention. Although biomedical research is an important component of clinical success, the scope of biomedical research is, broad, ranging from the study of single molecules to the complex functions and behaviours of the whole organism. Therefore, the aim of this qualification is to develop outstanding researchers who have a deep understanding of biomedical scientific, practical and policy issues, and who can meaningfully contribute to the knowledge economy of South Africa.
Career Information
Graduates with this Degree would be able to conceive, design implement original research and communicate this effectively with their peers, the larger scholarly community and with society. These skills would enable them to pursue a career in academia as well as research units and laboratories in the field of biomedical and health science.
In addition, many private companies, especially in the health industry value the skills that a PhD develops and therefore opportunities could be available in areas such as the pharmaceutical industry, private laboratories and manufacturing.
In addition, many private companies, especially in the health industry value the skills that a PhD develops and therefore opportunities could be available in areas such as the pharmaceutical industry, private laboratories and manufacturing.
Career Opportunities
Graduates with a PhD in Biomedical Sciences can apply for positions in:
Academic and tertiary Universities both locally and internationally.
Research laboratories
Diagnostic laboratories
Pharmaceutical industry
PhD graduates are often not limited to academia and research as many organisations in the private sector value the independent, critical thinking that PhD graduates bring to organisations.
Research laboratories
Diagnostic laboratories
Pharmaceutical industry
PhD graduates are often not limited to academia and research as many organisations in the private sector value the independent, critical thinking that PhD graduates bring to organisations.
Admission requirements
Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
General admission requirements
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
Additional admission requirements
Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
Postgraduate admission requirements
Career Advantage
A PhD is an academic qualification. Graduates with a PhD have a distinct advantage over Non-PhD candidates when applying for academic or research positions at Universities both locally and internationally. They also have an advantage when applying for promotion and on average earn higher salaries.
Please Note:
The fees reflected here are for the 2019 academic year, and are subject to change for 2020.
Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.
The fees reflected here are for the 2019 academic year, and are subject to change for 2020.
Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.
Experiential Learning
Not applicable to this qualification
Offering Type and Duration
Full-Time /
Offering Type and Duration
Part-Time /
Course is offered on Bellville Campus.
For any queries get in touch with:
Contact: DR Dirk Bester
Telephone: +27 21 959 6760
Fax: -
Email: besterd@cput.ac.za
Contact: Nomathembi Seth
Telephone: +27 21 959 6917
Fax: -
Email: sethn@cput.ac.za
