BSc in Chemistry at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Trains students in inorganic, organic, analytical, physical and polymer chemistry in the Department of Chemistry. Four focal areas offer a choice of majors, including Chemistry and Polymer Science, Chemical Biology and Applied and Sustainable Chemistry.

Faculty: Science | Duration: Three years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, South Africa

What you will study

Focal areas with majors such as Chemistry and Applied Chemistry combined with Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics or Geology, or with Biochemistry.

Career pathways

Research scientist, quality assurance manager, analytical chemist, toxicologist, pharmacologist, and careers in the packaging, paint, adhesives and textile industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

NSC/IEB aggregate of at least 65% (excluding Life Orientation); Afrikaans OR English (Home Language or First Additional Language) 50%; Physical Sciences 50%; Mathematics 70%.

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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