University of Pretoria student society which exists solely to raise awareness, sensitise, mould and challenge Health students to become part of a generation of leaders and pioneers who will change the face of Rural Health Care forever.
Tuks Rural Health is a student society which focuses on Rural Health Care and promoting this as more than just a viable employment option, but increasing student awareness to the fact that it is an opportunity to make a difference.
The primary focus of this society is to equip and mould health care professionals with the necessary knowledge to impact the rural communities which they will serve.
It exists to raise awareness about the state of Rural Health Care in Southern Africa and by so doing create a desire to serve rural communities where their assistance is needed most.
Raise and mould future leaders and pioneers of Rural Health Care in Southern Africa.
Equip future Rural Health Care professionals with necessary knowledge and skills to best serve rural communities.
Challenge and change already existing perceptions amongst students about rural health.
Create and ignite a passion for Rural Health Care amongst Health Science Students at the University of Pretoria.
