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Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics at North-West University

North-West University, South Africa

Programme overview

Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics is an NQF level 8 honours degree in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at North-West University, offered on the Potchefstroom and Mahikeng campuses (full-time/part-time). Qualification code: 2GJ L01 N603P; 2GJ L01 N603M.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa

What you will study

Modules include Quantum Mechanics I, Electrodynamics, Computational Physics, Statistical Mechanics, Plasma Physics, Introduction to Stellar Astrophysics, Nuclear Physics, Solid State Physics.

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Entry requirements

Admission to this Honours qualification is open to students who have been awarded a BSc degree with at least 60% for Physics as the major subject on NQF level 7. Candidates not in possession of the qualifying modules may be considered, provided they complete prescribed modules as prescribed by the Faculty Board. Please consult the programme coordinator on your campus to know which modules are offered each semester. The four mandatory modules are typically offered in the first semester (NPHY612, 613, 614, *621) and two electives with the research report in the second semester. This programme is offered in English only. 2GJ L01 N603P (From 2026)

Apply through the official page: https://studies.nwu.ac.za/studies/apply

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