How long is BSc Chemistry at Stellenbosch University?

BSc Chemistry at Stellenbosch University takes 3 years to complete.

Faculty of Science

BSc Chemistry

Bachelor 3 years Full-time 65% aggregate

65%

Minimum Aggregate Excl. Life Orientation

Programme Overview

Qualification

Bachelor

Duration

3 Years

Campus

Main Campus

Language

English

Study Mode

Full-time

About This Programme

A programme in the physical sciences focusing on the study of matter, its properties, and reactions. Students are encouraged to follow up with an Honours degree.

Admission Requirements

Required Subjects percentage

One of the following

Afrikaans Home Language 50%
OR
Afrikaans First Additional Language 50%
OR
English Home Language 50%
OR
English First Additional Language 50%

Physical Sciences 50%

Mathematics 70%

Focal Areas choose one

Chemistry and Polymer Science Biology Applied and Sustainable Chemistry Chemistry with Chemical Engineering

Selection mark (SM) = (Mathematics x 2) + 5 other subjects (of which at least one must be English or Afrikaans, excluding Life Orientation) + 7.

Career Opportunities

Research scientist Quality assurance manager Analytical chemist Toxicologist Pharmacologist Careers in packaging, paint, adhesives and textile industries Careers in manufacturing of chemicals and scientific instruments Environmental scientist Forensic analyst Manufacturer of pesticides Pharmaceutical products developer Cosmetic and fragrance products chemist Industrial textiles specialist (medical textiles, microfibres, nanofibres) Technical sales manager Production manager Quality manager Buyer Physical sciences teacher (after completion of Postgraduate Certificate in Education) Patent lawyer (with the necessary postgraduate qualification)

University

Stellenbosch University

Western Cape

Faculty of Science

NSFAS Funded Institution

BSc Chemistry

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