Study abroad in Cape Town, South Africa: Most popular universities for Public Health.

Are you thinking of studying Public Health, abroad? Below you can find the most popular universities and programmes to study Public Health in Cape Town, South Africa. This list is based on visitors on the Studyportals websites, listing more than 150,000 English-taught Bachelor's and Master's programmes world-wide.



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University of the Western Cape

The University of the Western Cape is a national university, alert to its African and international context as it strives to be a place of quality, a place to grow. It is committed to excellence in teaching, learning and research, to nurturing the cultural diversity of South Africa, and to responding in critical and creative ways to the needs of a society in transition
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Most popular Public Health programmes for international students in Cape Town

These are the most popular programmes among international students who are looking for a Public Health degree in Cape Town.

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Nursing

University of the Western Cape

The School of Nursing at the University of the Western Cape is located in the Community and Health Science faculty. 
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Complementary Medicine in Naturopathy

University of the Western Cape

Complementary Medicine in Naturopathy is a system of healing based on the principles, philosophies, acts and medicines of Naturopathy which are aimed at promoting health and treating disease using the body’s inherent biological healing mechanisms to self-heal. Apply now for this program at University of the Western Cape.
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Complementary Medicine

University of the Western Cape

On successful completion of the course requirements of this Complementary Medicine program from University of the Western Cape, you will be able to register with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa.
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Public Health Nutrition

University of the Western Cape

The University of the Western Cape has an explicit commitment to the development of historically disadvantaged communities in South Africa from which it draws most its students. It aims to play a particular role in this development by making its education accessible to students from these communities
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Pharmaceutical Science

University of the Western Cape

Pharmaceutical Science graduates from University of the Western Cape play meaningful roles in the healthcare of people. They do this through emphasis on correct and rational use of medicines and related products. Pharmacists remain in high demand in the public and private sectors. 
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Occupational Therapy (Structured)

University of the Western Cape

The Occupational Therapy (Structured) from University of the Western Cape is a leading academic entity in the provision of competent, reflective practitioners for comprehensive health care. 
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To apply at one of these universities, you may need a proof of English proficiency. There are several standardised English tests that you can take to proof your English level, such as the PTE (Pearson Test of English), TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), CAE (Cambridge Advanced English) and IELTS (International English Language Testing System), offered by British Council and IDP. IELTS is the most popular of these tests, with British Council offering more than 1000 test locations and being accepted by more than 9,000 organisations world-wide.

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About Public Health

Public Health degrees are interdisciplinary studies connected to Life Sciences, that train students to ensure national health, mainly by informing the population and promoting preventive treatments, while giving advice for a healthy lifestyle. Public Health degree careers include jobs in Nursing, NGOs, Medical Research, Pharmaceuticals, and more.

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