E9CSMO / Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Simulation
Faculty: Health Science

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Simulation

NQF Level

8

Total Credits

124

About the Programme

Description:

The purpose of the Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Simulation is to develop health profession educators skilled in integrating and applying clinical simulation theories and practices in teaching, learning, assessment, and research. The programme fosters problem-solving, critical and reflective thinking, and the ability to report on clinical simulation principles in ways that align with academic and disciplinary discourses, thereby preparing educators to effectively integrate simulation in their practices.

Admission Requirements:

• An appropriate Health Sciences-related Bachelor’s degree or Advanced Diploma or equivalent (minimum NQF level 7). • Minimum two years’ experience in health professions education, including clinical or profession-specific experience. • Access to a simulation laboratory/clinic for conducting simulated activities. • Access to an electronic device with suitable word-processing applications and internet connectivity. • Recognition of Prior Learning may be considered in line with UJ and Council on Higher Education policies.

Programme Modules

This programme consists of 7 modules with a total of 124 credits.

Introduction to Simulation

Code: N/A
10 Credits R 4,330.00

Adult Learning and Simulation Pedagogy

Code: N/A
24 Credits R 6,570.00

Simulation Technologies and Modalities

Code: N/A
18 Credits R 6,010.00

Clinical Simulation and Instructional Design

Code: N/A
24 Credits R 6,570.00

Simulation Facilities and Resource Management

Code: N/A
12 Credits R 4,570.00

Simulation and Research

Code: N/A
12 Credits R 4,570.00

Simulation Portfolio

Code: N/A
24 Credits R 4,570.00

Important Dates

Enrollment Period

Opens: Monday, 13 January 2025
Closes: Friday, 07 February 2025

Closed
Programme Duration

Starts: Monday, 10 February 2025
Ends: Tuesday, 09 February 2027

Duration: 2 years

Intake Schedules

Intake schedule information will be available soon. Please contact Prof Karien Henrico for more details about upcoming intake periods.

Fees & Levies *

  • South African students:
    • No ICT levy is charged for programmes under 60 credits.
    • For programmes of 60 credits or more, a registration fee of R500 and an ICT levy of R650 apply.
  • International students: No levies charged.
  • Programme duration ≤ 600 hours: No levies charged.
  • Programme duration > 600 hours: International levy applies.
  • Subsidised programmes (e.g., MPH): No levies charged.

* Fees are subject to change; please confirm during registration.

Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Simulation
R 37190*
Programme Information:
NQF Level 8
Total Credits 124
Start Date Feb 10, 2025
End Date Feb 09, 2027