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Give their interest
room to grow.

Choosing a future can feel overwhelming. MED4U gives your child meaningful exposure to Health Sciences, helping them connect an interest in healthcare with a clearer understanding of what it involves.

Explore the four-day programme
WHY SUPPORT THEIR PARTICIPATION?

A more informed choice
starts with experience.

01

Move beyond a career title.

An interest in “being a doctor” can be a starting point. Exposure to different disciplines helps learners discover the wider range of opportunities within healthcare.

02

Learn from people in the field.

Academics and healthcare professionals share insight into their work and areas of expertise, giving your child questions and perspectives to bring into future decisions.

03

Build confidence through participation.

Guided practical activities invite learners to try, ask questions and work with others. It’s an opportunity to engage with healthcare in an introductory learning environment.

SUPPORT THEIR EXPLORATION

Curiosity now.
Clearer conversations later.

The value is in helping your child understand their options.

MED4U is designed for high-school learners aged 15–19. Sessions introduce healthcare at their level through academic insights, practical experiences and simulation-based learning.

After the programme, talk about what excited them, what surprised them and which fields they want to explore further. Those conversations can help guide their next steps.

BEFORE YOU MAKE ARRANGEMENTS

The practical details matter too.

The programme runs from 30 November to 3 December 2026 at the University of the Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences, in Johannesburg. The programme costs R6 500 including VAT. Applications close on 6 November 2026. Contact our office if you have questions before applying.

Questions for parents
30 NOVEMBER–3 DECEMBER 2026

Four days of discovery at Wits.

R6 500 including VAT · Applications close on 6 November 2026.