Dip For Med(SA) Clin Path — Diploma in Forensic Medicine

Diploma in Forensic Medicine of the College of Forensic Pathologists of South Africa – Clin/Path

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Exam profile

At a glance.

College: College of Forensic Pathologists of South Africa
Questions: 1,536+
Flashcards: 651+
Topics: 36

CMSA-aligned · updated release over release

Exam details

Know the format.

Everything below is pulled from the official CMSA documentation for this certification.

Issuing body: College of Medicine of South Africa

Timetable

Upcoming sessions.

Imported from the CMSA’s published examination timetables. Always confirm the final date with the College before you plan.

01
1st Semester 2027
WrittenUpcoming
22–23 Feb 2027
02
1st Semester 2027
Decentralized AutopsyUpcoming
12–14 Apr 2027

01 parts · aligned to CMSA

Exam parts, one section at a time.

The content is organised to match the official CMSA exam structure, so every minute of prep maps back to what you’ll be tested on.

01
Exit Examination
Final exit examination for the Diploma in Forensic Medicine of the College of Forensic Pathologists of South Africa (Clin/Path). Candidates must complete portfolio requirements and logbook training before attempting the examination.
1,536
Questions
651
Flashcards

CMSA · College of Forensic Pathologists of South Africa

What you’re preparing for.

Written from the qualification’s own structure — exam parts, format, and the college that sets it.

The Dip For Med(SA) Clin Path is the CMSA diploma in forensic medicine (clinical and pathology stream) of the College of Forensic Pathologists of South Africa.

Lorraine breaks the diploma into its examination parts with targeted practice, built for doctors who are preparing alongside a working rotation.

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