BSc in Molecular Biology and Biotechnology at Stellenbosch University

Programme overview

Biochemistry, Genetics and Microbiology together form the core of Biotechnology, using molecular biology tools to study the functioning of cells such as human and animal cells, yeasts, bacteria, fungi and viruses and applying this knowledge through biotechnology.

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

Career pathways

Plant biotechnologist, forensic scientist, marine scientist, environmental assessment practitioner, laboratory analyst, food inspection analyst, biochemist, geneticist.

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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 60% or 70% depending on first-year subject combination (see page).

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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