Bachelor of Science Honours in Physics: Focal Area in Theoretical Physics at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The BSc Honours in Physics with a focal area in Theoretical Physics is a one-year, coursework-based honours programme at Stellenbosch campus. It deepens advanced physics training through structured honours-level modules and culminates in a substantial Physics Project.

Faculty: Science | Department: Physics | Duration: One year | Intake: Applications open 1 April 2026; close 31 October 2026 for both South African and international applicants | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

The focal area carries 128 credits: compulsory modules (96 credits) include Electromagnetism, Lagrange and Hamilton Mechanics, Solid State Physics, Quantum Mechanics B, Relativistic Quantum Mechanics, Statistical Physics B and a 32-credit Physics Project, plus 16 credits from electives such as Bayesian Physics, Dynamic Systems and Complexity, Many-body Theory, Relativistic Quantum Field Theory and Selected Topics in Theoretical Physics, and 16 credits of honours modules in Physics, Mathematics or Applied Mathematics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Department of Physics: a BSc degree with Physics as major with an average final mark of at least 60% in Physics 3. Applications that deviate (for example a BSc obtained elsewhere) are considered only on recommendation of the Department and approval of the Faculty Committee. The Department may require supplementary work depending on background. Selection is competitive.

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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