Biokinetics
Biokinetics provides you with the knowledge and skill to apply scientifically based physical activity, to either help prevent disease or assist in rehabilitation, following the onset of disease.
Programme overview
The Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHSc) Biokinetics track is offered over 3 years.
It is an ENTRY LEVEL DEGREE. It provides applicants with the opportunity to pursue studies and professional training as a biokinetisist (a specialised exercise therapist). Biokineticists offer specialised exercise rehabilitation for persons with orthopaedic injuries, sports injuries and chronic diseases.
The course has a strong scientific emphasis. Majors in Fundamentals of Health and Disease and in Exercise Science will make you eligible for consideration into the Bachelor of Health Sciences with Honours in Biokinetics programme. The BHSc (Hons) degree is offered through the Centre for Exercise Science and Sports Medicine.
Career Opportunities
- Biokineticist
- Physiotherapist
- Sports Massage Therapist
Entry Requirements
Health Sciences - View the Wits University Revised Health Sciences Admissions Policy |
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Bachelor of Health Sciences BHSc
(3 years)
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
MBBCh (6 years) Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy BSc (Physiotherapy) (4 years) Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) (4 years) |
The Faculty of Health Sciences does not calculate an APS score. Academic performance and National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores are used for consideration.
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English HL or 1st Add Lang - 5 Mathematics - 5 Life Sciences and/or Physical Science - 5 |
If you are applying to the Faculty of Health Sciences, you will not be selected solely on your school leaving results, although they are very important. A composite index is calculated, taking into consideration
(1) your academic results for FIVE subjects and (2) National Benchmark Test (NBT) scores. Only five subjects are used to derive a matriculation score, which is calculated according to the percentages obtained, NOT symbols. These are English Language, Mathematics, Physical Science/ Life Sciences and the best two other subjects. (Dentistry requires Physical Science and Life Sciences and the best other subject).
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Bachelor of Dental Science
BDS (5 years)
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English HL or 1st Add Lang - 5 Mathematics - 5 Life Sciences and Physical Science - 5 |
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| Bachelor of Nursing BNurs (4 years) Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy- BSc (OT) (4 years) |
English HL or 1st Add Lang - 4 Mathematics - 4 Life Sciences and/or Physical Science - 4 |
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| Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice (BCMP) (3 years) Bachelor of Oral Health Sciences (BOHS) (3 years) |
English HL or 1st Add Lang - 4 Mathematics - 4 or Mathematical Literacy - 7 Life Sciences and/or Physical Science - 4 |
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Application Process
Your application
- You may apply for three programmes (degrees).
- Applications to Wits must enclose a non-refundable application fee of R100 (for international applicants, R700).
Documentation / Checklist
- Submit your Grade 11 report which must be signed and stamped by your school principal.
- If you have already matriculated, attach a copy of your matric certificate.
Submit your application, required documentation and application fee before the closing date.
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Closing Dates
30 June 2018
Faculty of Health Sciences (All programmes)
Bachelor of Architecture
Bachelor of Audiology
Bachelor of Speech-Language Pathology
30 September 2018
All other University programmes
Residence applications
Online applications
- Complete an online application to study at Wits
Course Costs
The average course costs for local students range from R34 000 to R62 000, depending on the course and the number of years of study.
Tuition fees are payable for each course for which a student is registered.