Bachelor of Science Honours in Polymer Science at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The BSc Honours in Polymer Science is a one-year coursework honours programme at Stellenbosch campus providing in-depth training in the chemistry, analysis and application of polymeric materials, combining coursework, practical laboratory training and a supervised research project.

Faculty: Science | Department: Chemistry and Polymer Science | 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: Analytical Techniques, Advanced Analytical Polymer Science, Polymer Chemistry, Physical Polymer Science, Special Topics in Polymer Science and a 30-credit Research Project in Polymer Science. Theory modules are assessed by tests, practicals and exams; the project by a report and oral presentation. A final mark of 50% and a pass of 50% in each module is required.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A BSc degree with Chemistry as major and an average final mark of at least 60% for Chemistry 3, or a BEng degree (Chemical Engineering). If at most one of the third-year modules (Chemistry 314, 324, 344 or 364) was not taken, the Department considers final marks of the other main subjects. The departmental committee gives final approval and may impose additional requirements. 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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