This programme aims to develop eager individuals through facilitation of a strenuous learning experience, based on international best practice guidelines. Graduates will become highly skilled, knowledgeable and independent paramedics registered with the Health Professional Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Emergency Care Practitioner – the highest register for paramedics. The EMC programme aims to meet the needs of South Africa, by producing well balanced practitioners with a thorough understanding of rescue principles and advanced patient care in the most diverse and adverse conditions.

This programme consists of two years full-time study at Nelson Mandela University, followed by one year of in-service training at a suitable laboratory. The study of Chemistry involves investigation, observation, measurement, critical thinking, problem solving and scientific reasoning. Chemistry being a central science is studied together with other related science disciplines. Practical lab work and theoretical studies form an essential part of chemistry programmes at this university.

BSc with majors in Computer Science, Mathematics and Statistics.