Work & Study
Medical Interns
Elective placements, hospital guides, and clinical life in Cape Town.
Overview
Cape Town is a major destination for medical electives and clinical placements, with teaching hospitals including Groote Schuur, Tygerberg, and Red Cross War Memorial Children’s Hospital. This pillar covers elective applications, registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), hospital guides, accommodation near medical precincts, and what to expect clinically.
What You'll Find Here
- Medical elective application process
- HPCSA registration for foreign graduates
- Hospital guides: Groote Schuur, Tygerberg, Red Cross
- Accommodation near medical precincts
- Clinical expectations and scope of practice
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