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BSc in Geology at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This programme studies the Earth's formation, composition, structure and processes, with a strong applied focus on economic geology, structural geology and engineering geology/hydrogeology given South Africa's mineral reserves.

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

What you will study

Mineralogy, petrology, structural geology and economic/mining geology; qualifies for professional registration as a geological scientist.

Career pathways

Mining industry geologist, exploration geologist, laboratory mineralogist, environmental/engineering geologist, hydrogeologist, museum and consulting roles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 34. NSC/IEB: English HL/FAL achievement level 5, Mathematics achievement level 5, Physical Sciences achievement level 5, APS 34.

Domestic applicants: ZAR 70,000 a year (2026). Estimated average 2026 tuition for the 1st year of study for SA and SADC citizens (table row 'BSc (Geology)'); the source states a range of R70,000 to R85,000 for 1st year, the lower figure is shown, and 2nd to later years have separate ranges. Excludes b Source

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

Duration: 3 years, full-time

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