WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY

MTHATHA CAMPUS Faculty of Health Sciences

2016

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PROSPECTUS 2016



WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY MTHATHA CITY CAMPUS Prospectus 2016

Faculty of Health Sciences

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MTHATHA CAMPUS FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES PROSPECTUS 2016

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How to use this prospectus Note this prospectus contains material and information applicable to the whole campus. It also contains detailed information and specific requirements applicable to programmes that are offered by the campus. This prospectus should be read in conjunction with the General Prospectus which includes the University’s General Rules & Regulations, which is a valuable source of information. Students are encouraged to contact the Academic Head of the relevant campus if you are unsure of a rule or an interpretation.

Disclaimer Although the information contained in this prospectus has been compiled as accurately as possible, WSU accepts no responsibility for any errors or omissions. WSU reserves the right to make any necessary alterations to this prospectus as and when the need may arise. This prospectus is published for the 2015 academic year. Offering of programmes and/or courses not guaranteed Students should note that the offering of programmes and/or courses as described in this prospectus is not guaranteed and may be subject to change. The offering of programmes and/or courses is dependent on viable student enrolment numbers being met (as determined by HOD) and physical and human resources being available.



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MTHATHA CAMPUS FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES PROSPECTUS 2016

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… STUDENT DECLARATION “As a student in the Faculty of Health Sciences of Walter Sisulu University I do solemnly declare: That I shall respect and protect the privacy of those who may confide in me in my professional capacity, and will not improperly divulge anything I may learn in my capacity as a student, That in my relations with colleagues and with my teachers, I shall conduct myself as becomes a member of an honourable profession, and I further declare that I shall be loyal to my University, and will endeavor to promote its welfare and maintain its reputation at all times”.

WALTER SISULU UNIVERSITY (WSU) FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES (FHS) 2015



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GENERAL CONTACT DETAILS MTHATHA CAMPUS The Registrar Walter Sisulu University Private Bag X1 Nelson Mandela Drive MTHATHA 5117

ENQUIRIES AND APPLICATIONS MTHATHA CAMPUS Nelson Mandela Drive Site Admissions Office Tel No: +27 (0) 47 502 2443/8 Fax No: +27 (0) 47 502 2838

FACULTY CONTACT DETAILS Office of the Dean Faculty Administrative Officer Undergraduate Education and Training Unit Postgraduate Education and Training Unit Medical Library

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MTHATHA CAMPUS FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES PROSPECTUS 2016

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General Information Message from the DeanFaculty Vision, Mission, Values, Principles, Areas of Research and Niche Areas

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