Four days at the University of Witswatersrand to explore Health Sciences, learn from academics and healthcare professionals, and discover where your curiosity could take you.
Meet the people, explore the science and experience the practical side of Health Sciences. You don’t need to have your future figured out, just bring your curiosity.
01
Meet the professionals.
Hear from academics and healthcare professionals about their fields, their experiences and the many career pathways within Health Sciences.
02
Explore the science.
Discover physiology, pharmacology, public health, and sport and exercise medicine through accessible, engaging discussions.
03
Experience it yourself.
Build confidence through practical, simulation-based activities, teamwork and interactive learning in a supported environment.
HANDS-ON DISCOVERYSee the science. Make the connection.
A world of disciplines to discover
Physiology
Pharmacology
Public health
Sport & exercise medicine
Emergency care
Medicine and surgery
Physiotherapy
Occupational therapy
Nursing
THE FOUR-DAY PROGRAMME
Four days. A clearer view.
An introduction to the science, skills and people of healthcare.
DAY 01 / EXPLORE
See healthcare from a new perspective.
Meet top Wits academics and discover the breadth of Health Sciences, from how the human body works to the health of entire communities.
Introduction to Health Sciences and career pathways
Conversations with academics across healthcare disciplines
Insight into university study and student life
DAY 02 / DISCOVER
Connect the science with the human body.
Move from ideas into exploration through practical activities that bring anatomy, physiology and health science to life.
Interactive anatomy and physiology learning
Practical activities in a supported skills environment
Explore the history of healthcare at the Adler Museum of Medicine
DAY 03 / EXPERIENCE
Learn through doing, together.
Explore the practical side of healthcare through simulation-based learning, teamwork and guided activities.
Introduction to emergency care and clinical skills
Simulation-based activities with healthcare professionals
Communication, problem-solving and teamwork
DAY 04 / REFLECT
Bring your experience together.
Reflect on what you have discovered, ask your final questions and take your next step with a clearer understanding of healthcare.
Programme wrap-up and reflection
Consolidate learning from the practical sessions
Programme closure and certification
Programme overview. Session order and activities are subject to final confirmation.
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MED4U brings that experience into a new setting: helping young people discover the people, science and possibilities behind healthcare.
Questions, conversations and new perspectives. Illustrative image
WHY WE CREATED MED4U
A clearer view. A world of possibilities.
Choosing a future is easier when you’ve had the chance to explore it. We want to give learners exposure to healthcare, so their next step can be an informed one.
MED4U · YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED
Everything you need to know.
Who is the programme for?
High-school learners aged 15–19 who are interested in healthcare or want to explore the different careers within Health Sciences.
Do I need any medical knowledge?
No. The sessions are designed as an introduction at a high-school level. Curiosity and a willingness to participate are all you need to get started.
Where and when does it take place?
30 November–3 December 2026 at the University of the Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences, Johannesburg. Joining information will include final arrival and venue details.
What will the practical sessions involve?
Supported, simulation-based and interactive learning. The emphasis is on exploration, teamwork and understanding healthcare in a learning environment.
Will we visit the Adler Museum of Medicine?
A visit to the Adler Museum of Medicine forms part of the planned experience, connecting today’s healthcare with its fascinating history.
How do I apply, and what does it cost?
Complete the short enquiry form to register your interest. The programme costs R6 500 including VAT. Applications close on 6 November 2026. Your place is subject to confirmation.
PLAN YOUR VISIT
Make room for four days of discovery.
Here’s what you need to know as you plan for MED4U.
THE DATES
30 November– 3 December 2026
Four days of academic insights, practical activities and simulation-based learning.
THE VENUE
University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg
Faculty of Health Sciences Johannesburg
THE LEARNERS
High-school learners aged 15–19
No medical knowledge required. An interest in healthcare and a willingness to explore are a good place to start.
