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BSc in Information Technology in Information and Knowledge Systems at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This programme suits students interested in computer science with a specialisation in data science, genetics, geographical information systems, IT and enterprises, law, music or software development. It takes a multidisciplinary approach, letting students combine computer science with a second major.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology  |  Department: School of Information Technology  |  Duration: 3 years, full-time  |  Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Computer science combined with a chosen specialisation option: data science, genetics, geographical information systems, IT and enterprises, IT and law, IT and music, or software development.

Career pathways

Data science, genetics-related IT roles, geographical information systems, IT and enterprise roles, IT and law, IT and music, software development.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum APS: 30. NSC/IEB: English Home/First Additional Language 4, Mathematics 6.

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 IT (Information and Knowledge Systems)'); the source states a range of R75,000 to R90,000 for 1st year, the lower figure is shown, and 2nd to later years hav Source

Intake: South Africa and International closing date 30/06/2026

Duration: 3 years, full-time

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