UniHelp

You wanted to be a doctor

or a dentist.
A physio. A vet.

You had the dream. You put in the work. Then your school results came back – and the door closed. Here’s what no one told you: That door isn’t the only way in.

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You wanted to be a doctor or a dentist. A physio. A vet.

What Happened?

You're not here because you weren't good enough.

You're here because the direct-entry path to health sciences in South Africa is brutally competitive.

94%
Average needed
Medicine UP
92%
Average needed
Medicine Stellenbosch
150
Total spots
Veterinary Science

The system wasn't designed to let everyone in. It was designed to keep most people out.

The Rejection

  • Missed the cutoff by a few percent
  • Maybe even by one subject
  • You were told to "consider other options"
  • It probably felt like the end

But you're still here, reading this. Which tells us something important:

You haven't given up on the dream. You're looking for another way in.

The Missing Pathway

Most people don't know this pathway exists.

Every year, students gain admission to health sciences programmes - medicine, dentistry, physiotherapy, veterinary science - without having qualified for direct entry from matric.

It's called the BSc transfer window.

1

Direct Entry

The path you know

Matric Achieve ~90%+ average
Application Apply directly to health sciences faculty
Outcome ~10% of applicants accepted
If rejected Door closes
Cutoff not met? This route is closed.
2

BSc Transfer Window

The path that's still open

Year 1 Enrol in BSc, complete specific subjects
Performance Meet the academic thresholds universities require
Transfer window Apply for internal transfer to health sciences
Outcome Enter medicine, dentistry, physio or vet
Strategic. Structured. Achievable.

Route 2 isn't a backup plan. For students who understand the system, it's a strategic advantage - and often produces stronger graduates than direct entry.

What It Actually Takes

The transfer pathway is real. But it's not easy.

Let's be clear: this isn't a loophole. Universities don't hand out transfers to anyone who shows up.

of 4 gates explored

The pathway has specific subjects that must be taken in your BSc. You need to choose strategically from day one not all subject combinations open the door to transfer.

Universities require minimum thresholds that must be met across those subjects - not just a pass or a good average. Each subject has its own target mark you must achieve.

Transfer windows open at specific points in your degree. Miss them and you wait another year. Timing is everything - you need to be prepared when the window opens.

Selection processes evaluate your entire academic profile against other transfer applicants. You're competing with students who also know the rules.

The students who successfully transfer?

They knew the rules from day one.

That's the difference between hoping for a transfer and constructing one.

UniHelp BSc Health Sciences

What do we provide?

South Africa's only dedicated health sciences transition service.

Seventh Star has spent over a decade helping students navigate the path you're on right now. We're not a generic tutoring company that happens to offer first-year support.

We're specialists in one thing: getting students from BSc into health sciences programmes.

Strategic Subject Support

Tutoring in the exact subjects that determine your transfer eligibility.

  • Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics
  • Biometry, Genetics, Physiology, Anatomy
  • Targeted preparation for the marks you need

Transfer Pathway Guidance

Understanding of the transfer systems at major South African universities.

  • Navigate the timeline and requirements
  • Understand transfer windows and deadlines
  • Application process support

Proven Methodology

13+ years of refining what works for university-level subjects.

  • Study methods and exam techniques
  • Performance strategies for demanding content
  • Built specifically for health sciences pathway

A Community That Gets It

You're not alone in this journey.

  • Students all working toward similar goals
  • Shared purpose and mutual support
  • That matters more than you might think

We know which subjects you need to take. We know what thresholds you need to hit. We know when the transfer windows open and exactly what the selection committees are looking for.

More importantly: we know how to get you there.

Where can route 2 take me?

Some students are certain they want medicine. Others discover adjacent paths that suit them better.

MBChB

Medicine

Doctor
BChD

Dentistry

Dentist
BSc Physio

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapist
BOT

Occupational Therapy

OT
BVSc

Veterinary Science

Vet
BSc Bio

Biokinetics

Biokineticist
BSc Diet

Dietetics

Dietitian
Why Seventh Star?

We've done this before

Not guesswork. Data-driven methodology refined over a decade.

We specialise in students pursuing competitive academic outcomes

and the health sciences pathway is exactly that.

0+ Years

Refining Methodology

0+ Students

Trained Across All Programmes

0+ Health Sciences Admissions

Medicine & Other Health Sciences

0% Satisfaction

Customer Satisfaction Rate

Is this right for me?

This pathway works - but it's not for everyone.

0/6 criteria Click each statement that applies to you

You're a strong fit for this pathway.

Get Started
  • You're hoping for an easy shortcut (this pathway requires serious work)
  • You're not committed to the health sciences goal
  • You're looking for someone to do the studying for you
  • You've already accepted that direct entry rejection means the end

What will I learn?

modules lessons

When is class?

WITSBSC-Y1
Class Package

WITSBSC Year 1 Programme

WITS Year 1 BSC Programme

Centurion
APES WITSBSC-Y1-C1

Lea Simpson

Saturdays 14:30 – 15:30 Centurion
Streamed Live English
Chemistry WITSBSC-Y1-C2

Wentzel Schoeman

Saturdays 15:30 – 16:30 Centurion
Streamed Live English
Physics WITSBSC-Y1-C3

Johann Mitton

Saturdays 16:30 – 17:30 Centurion
Streamed Live English

What do I get?

Everything included in your monthly investment

  • Weekly Expert Training

    Join us in class or via online stream for hands-on instruction from experienced learning specialists

    R4 800

  • Study Method & Exam Workshops

    Master study techniques and exam strategies built for university-level demands

    R950

  • Past Streams Database

    Never miss a concept. Access all past streams for every subject, any time

    R750

  • Cross-Service Stream Library

    Review recordings from any Seventh Star programme - revisit Grade 10 foundations if you need to

    R750

  • Semester Planning & Progress Tracking

    Strategic guidance on subjects, thresholds and transfer window timing

    R550

  • Student Support Community

    Join a network of students working toward the same health sciences goal

    R500
Total Value R8 300/month
Your Investment R3 150/month
Save R5 150 (62% off)

That's expert support across all your transfer subjects - for less than a single private tutor charges for one.

What do I need?

Online

  • Computer or Tablet

    A device with internet access to join live sessions and watch recordings.

  • Stable Internet

    At least 5 Mbps for smooth video streaming during live classes.

Contact

  • Notebook & Stationery

    For taking notes, completing exercises and working through problems.

  • Scientific Calculator

    Approved scientific calculator for complex calculations.

Always

  • Dedicated Study Time

    4-6 hours per week for classes and additional practice.

  • Positive Attitude

    Willingness to learn, ask questions and engage with the material.

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