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BSc Honours in Microbiology at University of Pretoria

University of Pretoria, South Africa

Programme overview

This honours programme focuses on research methods and current trends in microbiology combined with molecular and cellular biology, and includes a compulsory research project and literature study.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year, full-time  |  Intake: Closing dates: South Africa 30/09/2026, International 31/08/2026  |  Location: Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

What you will study

Research methods, a seminar, trends in microbiology coursework, a research project and literature study, and molecular and cellular biology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Relevant Bachelor of Science degree (NQF level 7); an average of at least 60% in Microbiology at final-year level; a pass in Genetic Manipulation of Microbes (or equivalent) at final-year level. Additional work/modules may be required.

Intake: Closing dates: South Africa 30/09/2026, International 31/08/2026

Duration: 1 year, full-time

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