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BSc in Genetics at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This programme offers single- and double-major options in genetics, a field central to biological, agricultural, veterinary and medical sciences.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Department: Division of Genetics  |  Duration: 3 years, full-time  |  Intake: 2027 (closing dates: SA and international 30/06/2026)  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Genetics principles applied to genomics, biotechnology, diagnostics, bioethics, conservation ecology and evolutionary studies.

Career pathways

Biomedical scientist, clinical research associate, molecular biologist, science communicator, bioinformatician, researcher/lecturer, virologist, biotechnologist, plant breeder, genetic counsellor.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 32. NSC/IEB: English HL/FAL achievement level 5, Mathematics achievement level 5, Physical Sciences achievement level 5, APS 32.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 75,000 a year (2026). Estimated average 2026 tuition for the 1st year of study for SA and SADC citizens (table row 'BSc (Genetics)'); the source states a range of R75,000 to R86,000 for 1st year, the lower figure is shown, and 2nd to later years have separate ranges. Excludes Source

Intake: 2027 (closing dates: SA and international 30/06/2026)

Duration: 3 years, full-time

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