Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University

Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University (SMU) is a dedicated health sciences university located in Ga-Rankuwa, Pretoria. It was established in 2015 and specialises in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, nursing, and allied health professions.

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About SMU

  • Province: Gauteng
  • Website: smu.ac.za
  • Email: info@smu.ac.za
  • Students: 6,000

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  1. 1. Calculate your APS score
  2. 2. Browse available courses
  3. 3. Check admission requirements
  4. 4. Apply online

Application Dates

2027 Undergraduate 2026-04-01 – 2026-09-30

Application Fees

2027 intake R 250.00

Faculties

School of Medicine

School of Oral Health Sciences

School of Pharmacy

School of Science and Technology

APS Calculation Rules

  • • Standard NSC scale: 8=90-100, 7=80-89, 6=70-79, 5=60-69, 4=50-59, 3=40-49, 2=30-39, 1=0-29
  • • Best 6 subjects

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