SOMATOLOGY
ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN SOMATOLOGY

Course Aim:
The department offers an Advanced Diploma in Somatology that will allow students to broaden their scope of practice with new knowledge and skills in advanced therapies with a focus on anti-ageing and skin rejuvenation techniques.

This programme affords graduates the opportunity to advance their studies in the wellness sciences, allowing them to specialise in sought-after wellness therapies with an emphasis on scientific research. Graduates will be equipped to apply advanced wellness therapies, will be able to manage or start up a business enterprise with proficiency, and have the capacity to undertake research projects in wellness sciences.

Opportunities:
Research forms a vital component of the Advanced Diploma in Somatology, where students will complete a research methodology course covering the main principles of research methodology, scientific writing in presentation of research and ethics.

The programme encourages research, entrepreneurship and industry development. Professional somatologists will be able to work in health and skincare clinics, wellness spas and cruise liners, locally or internationally.


Undergraduates
For all Certificate, Diploma and National Diploma applications, consult the General admission requirements.
Some courses require students to submit additional information as part of their application.
General admission requirements

Postgraduates
For all Honours, Masters and Doctorate applications, consult the Postgraduate admission requirements.
General admission requirements

Syllabus and fees

Please note:

The fees reflected here are for the 2024 academic year, and are subject to change for 2025.Please confirm the final fee amount by contacting the relevant Faculty Office or contact person as listed at the bottom of this page.


Prepare this quote for:
FOURTH YEAR
Compulsary subject(s)

COMPLEMENTARY THERAPIES (CPT470S)
R 6,510.00
EPIDERMAL RESURFACING TECHNIQUES (ERT470S)
R 6,510.00
LIGHT BASED THERAPIES (LBT470S)
R 6,510.00
PERMANENT COSMETIC PROCEDURES (PCP470S)
R 9,460.00
RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (RMS470S)
R 5,920.00
SALON MANAGEMENT (SMG470S)
R 6,510.00


Offering type: FULLTIME - DISTRICT 6 CAMPUS

For any queries get in contact with:
Mrs Noleen Miller (Admin: Department)
021 460 3189
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Mrs Marnel Germishuys (Admin: Department)
021 460 8317
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Ms Sinamandla Vena (Admin: Faculty)
021 959 6089
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Mrs Mandy Thomas (Admin: Department)
021 460 4217
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NOTE: The fees in this prospectus are for the 2024 academic year and are provided to assist you in your planning.

Disclaimer
This information is subject to change based on approval and accreditation of HEQSF aligned qualifications.
Admission requirements may therefore differ between the existing qualification and the HESQF aligned qualification. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this page; however the University reserves the right at any time, if circumstances require, to make changes to any of the published details.