Program Overview

Master of Health Sciences in Complementary Medicine

The Master of Health Sciences in Complementary Medicine is a postgraduate program offered by the Department of Complimentary Medicine, Faculty of Health Sciences.

General

• Faculty Website: Faculty of Health Sciences
• Department: Department of Complimentary Medicine
• Programme Level: Postgraduate
• Programme Name: Master of Health Sciences in Complementary Medicine
• Programme Code: M9CM1Q
• Medium of Facilitation: Full-Time
• NQF Level: 9
• NQF Credits: 180
• SAQA:
• Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
• Application End Date: 31 October 2025
• Campus: Doornfontein
• Duration of Study: Full-Time 2 Years

Purpose

The purpose of this qualification is to develop a graduate competent in the knowledge, attitudes, insight, and skills required for diagnosing and treating patients in the field of Complementary Medicine (CM) as well as formulating comprehensive management plans for health promotion. The qualifying graduate will be able to competently apply and integrate theoretical principles, evidence-based techniques, practical exposure, and appropriate skills as a healthcare practitioner. The programme of study will produce a well-rounded graduate who will be competent to compound, dispense, and prescribe CMs within that scope of practice. The graduate will be a team player capable of working in multidisciplinary teams to promote the profession.

Admission Requirements

The minimum admission requirement is the Bachelor of Health Sciences in Complementary Medicine (BHS CM). Applications from persons with an equivalent qualification will be considered by a constituted status committee in line with the University's & Faculty's regulations.

Programme Fees

• Details about the fees are available upon inquiry.

UJ Faculties

The University of Johannesburg comprises several faculties, including:

• College of Business and Economics (CBE)
• Faculty of Art, Design And Architecture
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Humanities
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Science
• Johannesburg Business School

Each faculty offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs tailored to meet the needs of students and the industry.