BCom (Mathematical Sciences) at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

A programme with a sharper focus on mathematics and mathematical statistics, both compulsory until second-year level. Three focal areas are included: Data Science, Financial Risk Management and Operations Research.

Faculty: Economic and Management Sciences | Duration: Three years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Mathematics and mathematical statistics compulsory to second-year level, with a choice of three focal areas.

Career pathways

Data Science is an interdisciplinary field using scientific methods and algorithms to extract knowledge and insights from data.

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Application information

Entry requirements

NSC/IEB aggregate of at least 70% (excluding Life Orientation); Mathematics 75%; English Home Language 50% OR Afrikaans Home Language 50% OR Afrikaans/English First Additional Language 70%.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 57,130 a year (2025). Estimated 2025 study fee for the first year of study (listed as 'BCom (Mathematical Sciences)'), per the SU Yearbook Part 3 student fees; for South African and permanent-resident students; includes module costs per SU; excludes textbooks, society dues, re Source

Undergraduate applications and residence applications close on 31 July. Applications for the 2027 intake open on 1 April. The Diploma in Public Accountability closes on 15 December. Applications for financial assistance at SU close on 30 September.

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.

Apply through the official page: https://www.su.ac.za/en/apply/undergrad

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