Overview

The qualifying learner will be able to independently perform diagnostic, therapeutic, and corrective procedures on patients using specialised health technology and techniques for the treatment of patho- physiological conditions in a hospital-based or in a private practice setting. The Clinical Technology program at Durban University of Technology will enable the learner to engage in research and contribute to the creation of new knowledge within the field. Lastly, the qualification is designed to provide learners with specific clinical technology skills and competencies that are included in management and research.

Upon completion of this qualification, the student will be able to:

Apply scientific and technological knowledge to perform and monitor diagnostic, therapeutic and quality assurance procedures in the clinical environment for the management of patients in a field of specialisation in accordance with statutory and operational requirements

Perform therapeutic, corrective and organ system support on patients using specialised health technology to facilitate management of the patient.

Conduct research in a field of clinical technology in compliance with legislated and ethical research requirements. Demonstrate entrepreneurship and management skills in the health care facility to ensure professional, legal and ethical service delivery

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Technopreneurship

Instrument and Techniques for Clinical Technology

Applied Anatomy and Physiology

Equality and Diversity

Professional Practice & Management

Ethics & Medical Law

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

344 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durban, South Africa

Disciplines

Biotechnology Health Sciences General Engineering & Technology View 10 other Bachelors in Biotechnology in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The person shall have reached the age of 23 in the first year of registration and shall have at least: three years’ appropriate work experience; and/or capacity for the proposed instructional programme, which shall be assessed by a Senate-approved admission assessment comprising of a DUT Standardised Assessment Test for Access and Placement (SATAP), Academic Literacies(AL) & English for Academic Purposes(EAP)(2,5 hours) and/or an appropriate subject or programme specific written assessment designed and marked by the relevant Department; and the person has obtained

(b) A conditional certificate of exemption from the Matriculation Board (when in possession of the Senior Certificate (SC);

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

5050 ZAR / year

≈ 5050 ZAR / year

Additional Details

For National Students: Tuition plus Residence: R 10,710/year

Living costs

Durban

South Africa

7800 - 9401 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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