Welcome to the Centre for Health Sciences Simulation and Innovation, where the convergence of cutting-edge facilities, innovative pedagogy, and a commitment to excellence in simulation and skills training defines our ethos.
Our center houses state-of-the-art laboratories, serving as a cornerstone for undergraduate healthcare science education. We also provide a vital platform for postgraduate students and industry partners to refine both basic and advanced surgical skills.
Step into our centre, where theory seamlessly transitions into practice, and innovation ignites the path toward the future of skills training and simulation excellence, within the University of Pretoria, and across broader horizons
At the University of Pretoria, our wet labs stand as fully equipped facilities tailored for conducting comprehensive education. We focus on training students and professionals in a variety of surgical techniques.
This state-of-the-art laboratory offers cutting-edge equipment and resources designed to facilitate training of existing and new surgical techniques.
Our lab provides an immersive environment conducive to hands-on learning and discovery, fostering innovative surgical techniques.
The Surgical Skills Lab at the University of Pretoria is a state-of-the-art, adaptable facility designed to foster the development of surgical expertise and innovation.
This cutting-edge space offers an immersive environment for refining both technical proficiency and critical non-technical skills required in modern surgical practice.
Our lab is fully equipped with a diverse array of resources and advanced amenities to cater to the evolving needs of the surgical field.
Participants benefit from access to specialised training stations, each thoughtfully outfitted with theatre beds, laparoscopic tools, and a bronchoscopy simulator, closely replicating the conditions of a traditional operating room.
Advanced technology supports real-time demonstrations by instructors, displayed on a large screen, allowing learners to observe procedures and practice simultaneously at their individual stations for an enriched, hands-on experience.
Our Clinical Skills and Simulation Labs, located in the north and south wings of the HW Snyman Building, serve as the cornerstone of training for all Faculty of Health Science students.
These labs provide essential hands-on experience in clinical skills and simulation, preparing students for successful careers as healthcare professionals.
3D printing is transforming health sciences by turning digital scans into accurate physical models that enhance teaching, research, and patient care.
At the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences, our Additive Manufacturing Unit combines advanced imaging, scanning, and printing to create resources for anatomy, surgery, and biomedical innovation. From interactive teaching models to patient-specific surgical planning, 3D printing is reshaping the future of healthcare in South Africa and beyond.
3D printing is transforming health sciences by turning digital scans into accurate physical models that enhance teaching, research, and patient care. At the University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences, our Additive Manufacturing Unit combines advanced imaging, scanning, and printing to create resources for anatomy, surgery, and biomedical innovation. From interactive teaching models to patient-specific surgical planning, 3D printing is reshaping the future of healthcare in South Africa and beyond.
The Living Lab for Innovative Teaching (LLITUP) at the University of Pretoria is a collaborative space where educators, researchers, industry, government, and communities co-create solutions for real-world challenges. By blending research, experimentation, and people-centered design, the Lab advances innovation across education, healthcare, technology, and sustainability. Our goal is to transform ideas into practical impact—improving teaching, empowering communities, and shaping a better future.
The University of Pretoria’s Faculty of Health Sciences is pioneering robotics in surgery, healthcare, research, and education. From South Africa’s first Robotic-Assisted Surgery Training Centre to ICU care robots and youth STEM programmes, we’re shaping a future where technology transforms patient care and learning. By uniting world-class innovation with collaboration, UP is driving progress that improves lives and prepares the next generation for the Fourth Industrial Revolution.
The XR Toybox at the University of Pretoria is reimagining learning through immersive extended reality. By blending VR, AR, and real-world data, it creates interactive environments where students can safely practice skills, explore complex concepts, and collaborate in new ways. As a hub for innovation and experiential learning, the XR Toybox is shaping the future of education, healthcare, and research in Africa.
Join us at the Centre for Health Sciences Simulation and Innovation,
where skills training and simulation thrives and research transcends boundaries.
