School of Science and Technology - Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU)

Contact Details

Website:: smu.ac.za/schools/science-and-technology
Telephone:: +27 12 521 4304/3362
Email:: phumzile.zulu@smu.ac.za
Address:: Molotlegi Street, Ga-Rankuwa

Overview

The School of Science and Technology at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and technological innovation in support of health sciences, healthcare delivery, and sustainable development. The School offers interdisciplinary training in the natural and applied sciences, equipping students with strong analytical, laboratory, and problem-solving skills that are essential for addressing contemporary scientific and health-related challenges. Through a combination of rigorous academic programmes, research-driven learning, and industry-relevant exposure, the School prepares graduates to contribute to biomedical research, diagnostic sciences, pharmaceutical development, environmental health, and emerging technological fields that support the broader healthcare and scientific ecosystem.

Campuses

Location	Province
Ga-Rankuwa	Gauteng

Qualifications and Courses

Doctoral Degree

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Applied Mathematics|On-Campus
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biochemistry|On-Campus
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Botany|On-Campus
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry|On-Campus
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Mathematics|On-Campus
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics|On-Campus
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Statistics|On-Campus

Masters Degree

MSc (Master of Science in Applied Mathematics – MAMA090)|On-Campus
MSc (Master of Science in Botany – MBOA090)|On-Campus
MSc (Master of Science in Chemistry – MCHA090)|On-Campus
MSc (Master of Science in Mathematics – MMAA090)|On-Campus
MSc (Master of Science in Physics – MPHA090)|On-Campus
MSc (Master of Science in Statistics – MSTA090)|On-Campus
Master of Science (MSc) in Biochemistry|On-Campus
Master of Science (MSc) in Biotechnology|On-Campus
Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Health|On-Campus
Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Management|On-Campus
Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Science|On-Campus
Master of Science (MSc) in Microbiology|On-Campus
Master of Science (MSc) in Physics|On-Campus
Master of Science in Biochemistry|On-Campus

Honours Degree

BSC (HONS) Medical Sciences in Anatomy|On-Campus
BSC HONS (MS) (Medical Physics) Degree Programme|On-Campus
BSc (HONS) (MS) Medical Biochemistry/Chemical Pathology|On-Campus
BSc (HONS) (MS) Pharmacology|On-Campus
BSc (HONS)(MS) Anatomical Pathology Degree Programme|On-Campus
BSc (HONS)(MS) Physiology|On-Campus
BSc (HONS)(MS) Psychology|On-Campus
BSc (HONS)(MS) in Medical Virology|On-Campus
BSc HONS (MS) Hematological Pathology Degree Programme|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours in Biochemistry|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours in Biotechnology|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours in Dental Science|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours in Environmental Health|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours in Environmental Management|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours in Environmental Science|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours in Microbiology|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science Honours in Statistics|On-Campus

Postgraduate Diploma

Diploma in Medical Physics (Dip Med Phys)|On-Campus
Postgraduate Diploma In Dentistry|On-Campus

Bachelors Degree

BSc Extended Curriculum Programme (Life Sciences – BSCK01)|On-Campus
BSc Extended Curriculum Programme (Mathematical Sciences – BSCL01)|On-Campus
BSc Extended Curriculum Programme (Physical Sciences – BSCM01)|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science (Life Sciences)|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science (Mathematical Sciences)|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science (Occupational & Environmental Health Sciences (BSCJ01)|On-Campus
Bachelor of Science (Physical Sciences)|On-Campus

Qualifications last updated: 16 Apr 2026.

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