Bachelor of Science Honours in Reproductive Biology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Science Honours in Reproductive Biology is a one-year coursework honours degree presented on the Tygerberg campus. It provides advanced knowledge and training in key areas of reproductive science, including andrology and in vitro fertilisation, together with an independent research project.

Faculty: Medicine and Health Sciences | Department: Obstetrics and Gynaecology | Duration: One year, full-time | Intake: Applications for 2027: South African students 1 Apr-30 Sep 2026; international students 1 Apr-31 Aug 2026. | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Modules are Andrology 771 (45 credits), In Vitro Fertilisation 741 (45 credits) and a Research Project 771 (30 credits). Modules are assessed separately with a combined pass mark of 50%, and examination consists of two three-hour papers and an oral examination.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A bachelor's degree from this or another recognised university with Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology or Human Genetics as the major subject, and at least one of these subjects at second-year level. 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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