Bachelor of Science Honours in Plantbiotechnology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The BSc Honours in Plantbiotechnology is a one-year coursework honours programme at Stellenbosch campus that introduces advanced concepts and skills in plant biotechnology for careers as a plant biotechnologist or researcher.

Faculty: Science | Department: Genetics | 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

Compulsory modules: Genetics: Molecular Techniques, Genomics, Scientific and Proposal Writing, Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement and a 64-credit Research Module in Plant Biotechnology; plus two electives from Plant Physiology, Integrated Plant Metabolism and Biometrical Applications and Data Analysis in R. Assessment is flexible.

Career pathways

Plant biotechnologist or researcher.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A BSc degree approved by the Departmental Postgraduate and Academic Committees with an average final mark of at least 60% in appropriate third-year modules (suitable modules include Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology). Genetics 314, 315, 344 and 345 are strongly encouraged. Additional work may be prescribed 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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