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H Dip Orth(SA) — Higher Diploma in Orthopaedics

Higher Diploma in Orthopaedics of the College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of South Africa

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Exam profile

At a glance.

College
College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of South Africa
Questions
733+
Flashcards
309+
Topics
10

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.

  1. 01

    2nd Semester 2026

    Zoom SOEUpcoming

    30 Oct 2026

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.

  1. 01

    Exit Examination

    Final exit examination for the Higher Diploma in Orthopaedics. This is the only examination component required for certification. The examination is only offered once annually during the second semester set of examinations.

    733
    Questions
    309
    Flashcards

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