Health Professions Council of South Africa Grants Official Recognition to St. George’s University School of Medicine

Johannesburg, South Africa, 4 March 2025: St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine, Grenada, West Indies, has received official recognition from the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), with the approval valid for three years, until October 2027.

This designation allows SGU graduates from South Africa to return to the country and practice medicine upon successfully passing the required examination and submitting the necessary documentation to the HPCSA.

Marie-Claude Svaldi, Director of International Government Relations at SGU, welcomed the recognition, stating "This recognition from the HPCSA underscores our commitment to equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed for a successful medical career. With a strong academic foundation and extensive clinical exposure, our graduates are well-prepared to meet healthcare needs in South Africa and beyond."

SGU is dedicated to preparing future physicians through rigorous academic training and hands-on clinical experience. The university offers a Four-Year Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, as well as Five-, Six-, and Seven-Year MD tracks, allowing students from different educational backgrounds to pursue a career in medicine.

The School of Medicine maintains an extensive network of over 75 affiliated hospitals and clinical sites across the United States and the United Kingdom, providing students with valuable training opportunities in diverse healthcare settings. This exposure allows them to gain practical experience and develop a global perspective on patient care.

This approval by the HPCSA opens new opportunities for South African students considering an international medical education, ensuring they have the opportunity to return home and contribute to strengthening the country's healthcare system.

As part of its long-term commitment to supporting South African students, SGU fully intends to maintain its recognition through a timely renewal process beyond October 2027. This ensures that future SGU graduates will continue to have the opportunity to return home and contribute to strengthening South Africa’s healthcare system.

For more information on the MD program and tracks available through St. George’s University School of Medicine, visit SGU’s website.

About St. George’s University School of Medicine:

Founded in 1976, St. George's University (SGU) is a centre for academic excellence worldwide. With students and faculty drawn from more than 150 countries, SGU is truly an international institution, with a uniquely global perspective. The SGU School of Medicine is accredited by the Grenada Medical and Dental Council which has been recognized by the World Federation for Medical Education (WFME).

The school offers a four-year Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree program. Students can also enter the MD degree program from any education system around the world via the five-, six-, or seven-year tracks. SGU has a large network of 75+ affiliated hospitals and health centres in the US and UK, with the unique opportunity for students to begin their medical career in Grenada or the UK.