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Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science at Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University, South Africa

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science prepares students for MSc studies or industry careers, emphasising problem-solving, critical thinking and independent work. It balances core computer science theory with application-focused coursework and culminates in a significant programming project.

Faculty: Data Science and Computational Thinking  |  Department: School for Data Science and Computational Thinking  |  Duration: One year  |  Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

128 credits: a 32-credit honours project, Concurrent Programming I and Computer Networks I unless equivalent modules were completed, and electives (64-96 credits) such as advanced algorithms, databases, machine learning, computer graphics, artificial intelligence, computer vision, software construction and functional programming. A final mark of at least 50% is required in each module and the project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A bachelor's degree with Computer Science as major, or an equivalent qualification, with an average final mark of at least 60% for Computer Science 3, and at least 32 credits at second- or third-year level in quantitative modules (such as Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Mathematical Statistics or Operations Research). Selection is competitive and meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission.

The application fee is R100 for South African citizens, permanent residents and refugee, asylum seeker and diplomatic status holders, and R400 for international applicants. Stellenbosch Business School applicants pay R1050 for the MBA and R850 for other SBS programmes. Some applicants are exempt; application fees are non-refundable.

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