🚀 WITS GEMP Preparation Course
A powerfully blended learning experience.
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What does it cost?
Online
R7500
Details:
Once off payment.
PDF Notes, Worksheets and Memos.
2.5 hour Live Stream each week.
Contact
R10000
Details:
Once off payment.
Free access to Online version.
2.5 hours Contact Teaching per week.
Split the costs of the GEMP Course into 4 equal monthly instalments starting from R2250.
When is Class?
Centurion
Also Streamed Live
Contact
Thursdays
17:30 - 20:00
Who is this for?
Students seeking guidance, support, and resources to enhance their knowledge and performance in the subjects covered by MBBCh students in their second year of study, which are crucial for success in the WAPT and future medical studies.
Students who prefer a structured and tailored approach to their study strategy for the WAPT, rather than relying solely on self-directed study.
Students who aim to excel in the WAPT and secure a place in the GEMP, enabling them to complete their undergraduate medical studies in a period of only four years.
Students who have completed an undergraduate university degree (or are enrolled in the final year of study) at a minimum of Bachelor's or Bachelor of Technology degree level.
Students who aspire to pursue a medical career and gain entry into the Graduate Entry Medical Programme (GEMP) at the University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg.
Students who meet the minimum requirements for the Wits Additional Placement Test (WAPT) invitation.
Students who are committed to serving the community and addressing the critical need for well-trained and knowledgeable medical professionals in South Africa.
What will I learn?
Split into 3 distinct categories.
Neatly condensed into 9 weeks.
You can browse through our course content below:
Joints
The skin
Cells and tissues
The skeletal system
The muscular system
Orientation to the human body
The urinary and reproductive systems
Blood
The special senses
The digestive system
The respiratory system
The endocrine system
The cardiovascular and lymphatic systems
Blood
Nutrition
Body fluids
Excitable tissue
The motor system
The special senses
The somatic senses
The autonomic nervous system
Renal physiology
Acid-base balance
Endocrine physiology
The respiratory system
Temperature regulation
The cardiovascular system
Higher brain functions and emotion
Gastrointestinal and liver physiology
The cell
The nucleus
Protein techniques
Extracellular matrix
The cell membrane
Introduction to cancer
Epigenetic inheritance
The cytosol and proteins
Chromosome abnormalities
Nonspecific immune defences
The molecular basis of genetics
Identifying cell surface antigens
Using DNA and RNA hybridisation
Patterns of Mendelian inheritance
Functions of the lymphatic system
The molecular basis of immunology
Oncogenes and tumour suppressor genes
Cell cycle: tumour suppressor genes and oncogenes
Malaria
Angiogenesis
Cancer therapy
Tumour metabolism
Epigenetics in cancer
Bacterial pathogenesis
Invasion and metastasis
Why cancer therapy fails
Specific immune defences
Inherited tumour syndromes
Antimicrobial chemotherapy
Aetiological agents in cancer
Immortalisation of tumour cells
Human immunodeficiency virus
Structure and classification of viruses
Concepts of the micro-environment and cancer stem cells
What are the main benefits?
Structured Approach
Benefit from a carefully structured study plan tailored to the specific requirements of the Wits Additional Placement Test (WAPT). Our course provides a step-by-step approach that optimises your preparation, ensuring you cover all necessary topics efficiently and effectively.
Comprehensive Coverage
Our course offers comprehensive coverage of all key topics and concepts essential for success in the WAPT. You'll gain a deep understanding of the subjects covered in the second year of MBBCh studies, enabling you to tackle the test confidently and perform at your best.
Practice and Feedback
Benefit from extensive practice opportunities through simulated WAPT sessions and mock exams. By replicating the exam environment, you'll become familiar with the test format, timing and question types. Our instructors will provide detailed feedback on your performance, highlighting areas for improvement and refining your exam skills.
Motivation and Support
Join a supportive community of aspiring medical professionals who share your goal of entering the GEMP. Interact with like-minded peers, exchange study tips and stay motivated throughout your preparation journey. The collective commitment and encouragement will keep you focused, accountable and driven to succeed.
Increase Opportunities
By successfully passing the WAPT and gaining entry into the GEMP programme, you'll open up greater opportunities for a rewarding medical career. The GEMP offers an accelerated path to becoming a medical professional, allowing you to complete your undergraduate studies in just four years and embark on your internship and community service period sooner.
Build Confidence
Our comprehensive GEMP course is designed to build your confidence and reduce exam anxiety. Through thorough content coverage, expert guidance, and ample practice, you'll develop a deep understanding of the material, refine your test-taking skills and approach the WAPT with confidence, maximising your chances of success.
What do I need?
Online
Computer, tablet or smartphone.
Internet Connection.
Contact
General Stationary.
What do others think?
Got questions?
General
Do lessons continue in the IEB/GDE holidays?
We teach straight through the GDE and IEB holidays. We are very passionate about getting our students to achieve their best results!
General
Do you teach on public holidays?
We generally do not teach on any public holidays as most of our NBT Courses stretch over long weekends and public holidays.
General
Do you also assist weaker candidates?
We help ALL students and some of our weaker candidates have improved their marks by up to 45%. The average improvement across all grades and subjects is 19%. You should also keep in mind that around a quarter of our students come to us already achieving 80's but need 90's to be accepted into their chosen degrees - this makes it slightly more difficult to show a higher average improvement percentage.
General
Do you offer one-on-one lessons?
We do not offer any one-on-one lessons as our schedule simply does not allow us to do so. We have also found in the past that one-on-one lessons are somewhat counterproductive as the tutor ends up doing all the work and the student often doesn't get the opportunity to work as independently as they should.
Furthermore, the dynamic of our classes is different to that of school - school classrooms are often filled with students that are not focused on improving their marks (or even passing in general) whereas our classes only contain students that are willing to learn. This has the double sided benefit of increased conformity; where students apply themselves as well as a safe and productive environment to learn and practice. Socialisation amongst students is very powerful - we suggest that they receive it the right way.
General
How do your Contact Lessons work?
All of our lessons are group sessions and the number of students per class varies. We generally start a lesson by teaching one of the most common topics to all students, providing students with worksheets to practise. After this, we address the individual needs of students who must prepare for specific topics and/or tests. We give students many additional examples and exam relevant questions to practise.